BENJAMIN BACH

Benjamin Bach's campaign for Kenton County Commissioner, 3rd District seat, is his first entry into politics.

Newcomer Ben Bach to run for seat on Kenton County Fiscal Court

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Believes his experience in the private sector will help him address the challenges facing Kenton County.

Supports "fair economic development that benefits workers and families, not just insiders."

Believes planning & zoning, infrastructure, and regional collaborations are key functions of the Fiscal Court.

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Supports protecting farmland and natural areas, strengthening neighborhoods, and championing fair economic development that benefits workers and families, not just insiders.

Benjamin Bach is from Independence, Kentucky. He lives with his wife and three daughters. He is a practicing Catholic.

From raising livestock to working in construction, restaurants, and corporate offices, Benjamin has diverse work experience. 

Benjamin is currently a member of the Kenton County Fiscal Court representing the 3rd District.

Believes planning & zoning, infrastructure, and regional collaborations are essential for successful housing and urban development.

Benjamin is currently a member of the Kenton County Fiscal Court.

Supports ensuring that every family, worker, and neighborhood has a voice in economic decisions.

Supports growth that reflects community values, protects farmland and natural areas, strengthens neighborhoods, and promotes fair economic development for workers and families.

Benjamin's campaign for Kenton County commissioner is his first time running for public office.

Believes planning & zoning, infrastructure, and regional collaborations are essential for successful fiscal court functions.

- There are three county districts, each with one elected commissioner. The general election is voted "at large," allowing all county voters to choose nominees from each district, except in Jefferson County. 
- County commissioners serve on the fiscal court, which acts as the county’s legislature and governing body. The county judge/executive leads this court as its fourth member.
- The fiscal court makes county laws, allocates the budget, and raises funds through taxes, bonds, or selling county property. 
- The fiscal court can choose to administer public assistance, health, and other social services. It can also choose to regulate or restrict building construction or use.
- Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms. These elections are partisan. 
- The maximum annual salary for a county commissioner is about $93,000 if they are working full time.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.

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Benjamin Bach is from Independence, Kentucky. He lives with his wife and three daughters in Independence. He is a practicing Catholic.

Ben Bach's campaign for Kenton County commissioner, District 3, is his first time running for public office.

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Wants to leverage private sector experience to address economic challenges in Kenton County.

Supports fair economic development that benefits workers and families, not just insiders.

Believes that planning, zoning, infrastructure, and regional collaborations are essential functions of the Fiscal Court to establish a successful foundation.