The official City of Elsmere biography states: "He has lived in Elsmere for over 30 years and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. He is a member of the Elsmere Lions Club and has served on various community boards and committees."

Marty Lenhof | Elsmere, KY

Marty Lenhof is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and a member of the Elsmere Lions Club.

Mayor | Elsmere, KY

The official City of Elsmere biography states: "Mayor Marty Lenhof was elected to the City Council in 2010 and became Mayor in 2018." A Kentucky Department for Local Government directory also lists: "Marty	Lenhof	Mayor	(859) 342-7911	lenhof@cityofelsmere.com."

Marty currently serves as mayor of Elsmere and became mayor in 2018. He was elected to the City Council in 2010.

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As of September 15, 2026, Marty Lenhof did not have a website or any information online.

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In a 2019 statement on Elsmere’s interest in negotiating for the property housing the city building, Lenhof said: "We are committed to ensuring that any decisions made regarding the city building property are in the best interest of our residents," Lenof stated. "We believe that exploring new options could lead to improved services and facilities for our community."

Mayor Marty Lenof issues statement on Elsmere’s interest in new city building property negotiations

Discussing negotiations over the city building property in 2019, Lenhof added: "Transparency is key, and we want to make sure that everyone has a chance to voice their opinions and concerns," he added. "We will keep the public updated as we move forward with these negotiations."

Supports exploring alternative properties for city buildings to improve community services and facilities.

Pledges public updates and opportunities for residents to comment during negotiations over city-building properties.

- Supports exploring alternative properties for city buildings to improve community services and facilities.
- Pledges public updates and opportunities for residents to comment during negotiations over city-building properties.

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As of September 15, 2026, Marty Lenhof’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- The duties of the mayor depend on the type of government within the city, 
- If the city has a mayor-council form of government, the mayor is responsible for the executive and administrative functions of the government. They oversee all city departments, but cannot vote in most council matters. 
- If the city has a mayor-aldermen form of government, the mayor is responsible for executing and enforcing local and state laws. The mayor may appoint city officials with approval from the aldermen. 
- If the city has a mayor-commission form of government, the mayor presides over the city commissioners and can vote within the commission. The mayor is responsible for executing all decisions reached by the commission. 
- If the city has a city manager form of government, the mayor presides over the city commissioners and can vote within the commission. The mayor is recognized as the head of the city department but does not have any regular administrative duties. 
- City mayors are elected during general elections for a four-year term. Most cities in Kentucky hold nonpartisan elections for mayor. 