Campbell County Commissioner Brian Painter announced he is running for re-election in 2026.
Painter said he has spent his time in office listening to residents and working hard to keep the government efficient. Now, he said he is ready to build on that success for the next four years.
Painter will face a Republican primary against Dave Fischer in May.
Painter said he knows that families need to keep more of their hard-earned money, which is why he has led the fight to cut taxes. He said that under his leadership, Campbell County has become a leader in Northern Kentucky for smart, conservative government.
Lower Property Taxes: For five years in a row, Painter said he has helped lower tax rates.
Helping Small Business: To help local jobs grow, the Net Profits Tax on businesses and sole proprietorships was completely eliminated.
No More Park Fees: Families can now visit county parks for free. The fees for daily and seasonal passes are gone.
Free Dog Licenses: Dog licenses are now free, and a new online system makes registration easy.
Safety is Painter’s top priority. He supports the police and first responders.
New Public Safety Center: The county is building a new, modern center for the Police.
Department, Emergency Management, and 911 Dispatch to keep help just a call away.
Protecting Students: Painter, with the fiscal court, partnered with schools to split the cost of School Resource Officers, keeping kids safe in the classroom.
Fighting Drugs: By working with the community, Painter said the county helped drop fatal overdoses from 54 in 2020 to 10 in 2024.
Painter said he is making sure the county has the tools to grow while keeping roads and water safe.
Internet for Everyone: The county has worked to bring high-speed fiber internet to every single home.
Better Parks: A $10 million project is fixing the lake and spillway at AJ Jolly Park.
Clean Water: The water system now reaches 98% of the county, bringing clean water to more families than ever before.
“I’m proud of my county and the strides made using our resources to put us at an advantage in business and quality of life,” Painter said. “I look forward to serving the county for the next four years, continuing to listen and understand.”