Silver Grove has 10 candidates looking for their spot on six available city council seats.

Incumbents Rachel Cooper, Jill Fessler, Joe Pelle, Herb C. Rardin are seeking reelection and Amy Lambdin, Robert A. Brooks, Justin Imhoff,  Maurice Paul Hehman, Julie Ziegler and Eric Noble are looking to be elected.

Click on the candidate’s names to learn more about them:

Silver Grove City Council (10 candidates, vote for 6)

Rachel Cooper

Rachel Cooper said she is seeking reelection to continue the city’s progress forward.

Cooper said the most pressing issue in Silver Grove today revolves around ensuring the community is a safe place for children to play and grow and making sure all citizens feel heard. She said the city needs to focus on creating safe, well-maintained public spaces, improving infrastructure and fostering environments where families feel secure raising their kids.

“At the same time, it’s crucial that we create opportunities for everyone’s voice to be respected in decision-making,” Cooper said. “Whether it’s addressing concerns about housing, education or economic opportunities, I’m committed to making sure all residents feel they have a stake in the future of our city.”

Should she be reelected, Cooper said her top priorities will focus on creating a stronger, more connected community.

First, she intends to continue building and improving spaces for families and kids to enjoy, such as parks and recreational areas. Cooper said by supporting local businesses, improving infrastructure and promoting vibrant neighborhoods, Silver Grove can be a destination for people. Cooper said she also wants to encourage open dialogue and inclusivity, making sure everyone feels heard and valued.

Cooper is a fourth-generation resident who has lived in the city for 16 years. She has also served on the city council for four years. She also started the Silver Grove Scholarship, which provides opportunities for our students to pursue higher education. Cooper said these things help to set her apart from the other candidates.

Rachel Cooper did not submit a headshot to LINK nky.

Jill Fessler

Jill Fessler is seeking reelection to continue improvements to Silver Grove’s infrastructure, parks, streets, community events, and communication via social media, while retaining the “small town feel” of the neighborhood.

Fessler said the most pressing issues in Silver Grove are providing Safe and affordable housing, public transportation and ADA access in all areas.

Jill Fessler. Photo provided | Jill Fessler

If re-elected, her top priorities include continuing to upgrade and develop the city with new business developments while increasing conservation areas for recreation and providing a walkable and bikeable neighborhood with infrastructure and access for all ages.

Fessler said her 18 years of experience with city government and ongoing training to stay connected to Northern Kentucky area developments benefit her community.

On what qualifications set her apart from her opponents Fessler said, “My formal education at both NKU and TMC, my corporate and small business experience. I have worked for both large and small businesses. My volunteer service with two schools and non-profit agencies. My successful grant writing experience and drive to seek new funding sources for city projects.”

Maurice Hehman

Maurice Hehman said he is seeking election for Silver Grove City Council because he wants to see the city move in the right direction for the future.

He said the most pressing issues in the city today are spending and allocation of resources.

Should he be elected, Hehman said his top priorities include trimming the unneeded spending and to keep improving the infrastructure.

“I have ran for other offices before, was elected and made unpopular decisions which proved to be the best and stood my ground,” Hehman said.

Maurice Hehman did not submit a headshot to LINK nky.

Justin Imhoff

Justin Imhoff is vying for Silver Grove City Council to provide a safe neighborhood for everyone and provide clear communication on things like fires, floods, crime and evacuation plans.

Imhoff said the most pressing issues in Silver Grove are the flood rates and communication with residents.

Aside from open resident communication and lowering the flood rates, Imhoff’s top priorities should he be elected include improving city sidewalks and making sure the city honors all veterans.

“I am willing to put in the work and time to achieve the goal which I set,” Imhoff said. “I think like an owner.”

Justin Imhoff did not submit a headshot to LINK nky.

Amy Lambdin

Amy Lambdin is vying for a seat on the city council because she believes it’s time for new voices and fresh perspectives.

“Our community deserves leadership that they can trust and that actively listens and responds to their needs, integrating their voices into our city’s decision-making processes,” Lambdin said. “My goal is to foster a sense of trust and belonging, and to develop initiatives that enhance the livelihoods of all residents.”

Amy Lambdin. Photo provided | Amy Lambdin

Lambdin said one of the top issues facing the city is a greater need for community unity. She said earning the trust of residents and transparency in city government is key to building trust. Another top issue she said is economic development and fostering small business development. Lastly, Lambdin said enhancing city services without raising taxes is a pressing issue. She said the city council needs to find efficient, innovative ways to raise the level of service while being fiscally responsible.

Should she be elected, Lambdin said her top priorities include focusing on enhancing community unity and engagement, supporting local businesses, maintaining high-quality city services without raising taxes and improving educational opportunities. Lambdin aims to foster greater interaction among residents, increase transparency in local government and ensure that community feedback directly influences decision-making processes.

Lambdin has spent 24 years as a human resources professional for two companies in Cincinnati, developing skills essential for leadership which she said helps to set her apart from the other candidates.

Joe Pelle

Joe Pelle is looking to be reelected to the Silver Grove City Council to continue what he helped start with USGS study/reduction in flood rates, improvement to infrastructure, parks, and trails. He also wants to help keep the tax rates down and be transparent trough a bulletin/message board throughout the city to keep residents informed.

“As a current city council member we have addressed flood rate issues, actually hiring a consultant to help lower flood rates even further,” Pelle said. “Improving our infrastructure needs via sidewalks, streets, and stormwater have all been added over the years.”

Other improvements Pelle mentioned were to the city’s parks. Morscher Field is planned for an arboretum and Filhardts Lake Park was added, giving the community an outdoor space for fishing.

Pelle said they have also added nature trails in the Catfish Hole. Throughout all of the improvements, Pelle said the council always keeps in mind its tax rates, which he said have been lowered since his joining in 2016.

Pelle said his over nine years of city council experience, building relationships with county, state and federal officials help address Silver Grove’s most pressing needs and sets him apart from the other candidates.

Joe Pelle did not submit a headshot to LINK nky.

Herb Rardin

Herb Rardin. Photo provided | Herb Rardin

Herb Rardin is seeking reelection to continue improving the quality of living in Silver Grover such as its infrastructure, parks and addressing flood rates.

He said the most pressing issues in the city today are its flood rates and infrastructure.

Rardin’s top priority if reelected is to represent concerns of Silver Grove’s citizens.

“I have six years of experience dealing with citizens, county and state officials. I care.” he said.

 Robert Brooks was contacted via Facebook on Aug. 6 and Aug. 15 with no response. He was also contacted on Sept. 11 via a phone call with no response.  Eric Noble was contacted via email on Aug. 6, Aug. 15 and Aug. 21 and via Facebook on Sept. 11 with no response.

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