2026 Kentucky General Election

About Me

I’m a husband, father, Marine Corps veteran, and longtime member of the Versailles community. I moved here in first grade and graduated from Woodford County High School in 2007. Family and community are at the center of my life. My wife, Katie, and our daughter Avery inspire me every day to work for a stronger, more connected Versailles.

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Engaged in the Community

My commitment to service didn’t end with my time in the Marine Corps. Shortly after, I served as a deputy jailer for the Woodford County Detention Center. I’ve stayed actively involved in the Versailles community by serving on local event committees, including the Fourth of July, Halloween, and Christmas celebrations.

Cory Cooley moved to Versailles in first grade. He graduated from Woodford County High School in 2007. He is married to Katie, has one daughter, and has served on local event committees for Versailles’s Fourth of July, Halloween, and Christmas celebrations.

A proud veteran of the US Marines, Cory's commitment to duty and discipline shines through in every aspect of his life. For the past seven years, he has worked in real estate as a valued agent with Rector Hayden Realtors.

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Cory's commitment to community extends to the airwaves as well, where he co-hosts the informative talk show and podcast, "What's Up Woodford," providing a platform for discussions on local establishments and interests.

In the professional background, "Cory currently works as a real estate agent with Rector Hayden Realtors and co-hosts the talk show and podcast \"What's Up Woodford.\" He is a Marine Corps veteran and previously served as a deputy jailer for the Woodford County Detention Center.

As of October 8, 2026, Cory Cooley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Education

Smart and Responsible Growth

I believe growth should be thoughtful, well-planned, and rooted in what’s best for the people who call Versailles home. Every decision should be informed, intentional, and based on how it impacts our residents, our infrastructure, and our quality of life.

I’m not interested in growth for the sake of growth. I believe in asking the right questions, exploring all options, and finding solutions that balance progress with preservation. Versailles has a character and charm that make it special, and protecting that while planning responsibly for the future matters to me.

Supports thoughtfully planned growth that balances progress with preservation and considers the effects on residents, infrastructure, and quality of life.

- Supports thoughtfully planned growth that balances progress with preservation and considers the effects on residents, infrastructure, and quality of life.

Housing & Urban Development

Law Enforcement/Fire

Supporting our law enforcement officers and firefighters is vital to the safety and well-being of Versailles. We are fortunate to have dedicated men and women who serve our community every day.

As mayor, I will work to ensure our first responders have the resources, training, and support they need to do their jobs safely and effectively, so they can continue protecting our citizens and serving our community with pride.

In plans to ensure first responders have resources, training, and support to work safely and effectively.

- In plans to ensure first responders have resources, training, and support to work safely and effectively.

Public Safety

Community Oriented

I believe every part of Versailles should feel connected and included. I want to support all events in every corner of our community, opportunities for families to come together, and enjoy everything our town has to offer. Strong community connections make Versailles a place everyone belongs.

Working Together

In my mind, but more importantly in my heart, I can’t imagine making decisions without first gathering all the information I can. Your voice and perspective will guide me to make the best choices possible. Leaning on our community, the council, and the professionals around me is key to ensuring every decision serves Versailles well.

Wants to support community events throughout Versailles and opportunities for families to gather.

Plans to seek community, council, and professional input before making city decisions.

- Wants to support community events throughout Versailles and opportunities for families to gather.
- Plans to seek community, council, and professional input before making city decisions.

Public Services

Transportation & Infrastructure

I’m passionate about supporting both our existing businesses and those looking to invest in Versailles’s future. Strong communication, collaboration, and fair opportunity matter if we want long-term success. Everyone deserves a seat at the table, because when business owners, farmers, industry leaders, and city leadership work together, Versailles is stronger for it.

Stewardship of Our City

I believe serving as mayor means being a careful steward of the resources entrusted to us. Every dollar the city spends comes from our residents, our families, and our local businesses, and it deserves to be managed with care, transparency, and purpose.

Smart leadership means looking beyond the short term and asking how today’s decisions will affect Versailles five, ten, and twenty years down the road. I will support thoughtful budgeting, responsible planning, and open communication so residents understand not just what decisions are being made, but why.

Supports existing businesses and those seeking to invest in Versailles through communication, collaboration, and fair opportunity.

Plans to support careful, transparent city budgeting and explain the reasons for city decisions to residents.

- Supports existing businesses and those seeking to invest in Versailles through communication, collaboration, and fair opportunity.
- Plans to support careful, transparent city budgeting and explain the reasons for city decisions to residents.

Economy

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Cory Cooley

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Cory COOLEY

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WUKY | By Brenna Angel. Published June 25, 2012 at 8:27 AM EDT. LEXINGTON, Ky. - This week Versailles Mayor Fred Siegelman discusses the city's plan to privatize garbage pickup. Beginning September 1st, Legacy Carting will take over trash service for about 3,000 customers in Versailles. Siegelman also talks about Versailles' Friday Night Block Party, July 4th festivities, and the Twilight Festival.

Mondays with the Mayors: Fred Siegelman, Versailles

Fred Siegelman served as mayor of Versailles in 2012.

Mondays with the Mayors: Fred Siegelman, Versailles - WUKY

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Fred Siegelman

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Fred SIEGELMAN

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Jason Devore

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Jason DEVORE

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She said it's an honor and a privilege to serve her hometown.

“I love this community; I raised three children here,” Dake said. “It is my home.”

New Versailles Mayor Laura Dake ready to lead

Dake has served on the city council for eight years and has called the community home since 1992

Laura has lived in the community since 1992 and raised three children there.

New Versailles Mayor Laura Dake ready to lead - Spectrum News

Laura Dake has lived in the community since 1992 and raised three children there.

On November 22, 2024, Governor Andy Beshear appointed Laura Dake to complete the term of Mayor of City of Versailles. Ms. Dake has served on the Versailles City Council since January, 2017, and she is looking forward to continuing her work for the community that she loves.

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Laura was appointed mayor of Versailles on November 22, 2024, to complete the term. She has served on the Versailles City Council since January 2017.

Mayor - City of Versailles, Kentucky

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WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. — Woodford County’s fiscal court and both city councils have moved to permanently ban data centers countywide. The Woodford County Fiscal Court took action earlier this week to permanently ban data centers in the county. The Versailles and Midway city councils passed similar bans.

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In a statement, Versailles Mayor Laura Dake applauded the move, saying the city “is so pleased that Woodford County is now protected from any potential damage these centers could do to our residents and our irreplaceable farmland.”

Woodford County bans data centers countywide

Dake said some goals she has for her time in office are continuing economic development, keeping downtown vibrant and alleviating the housing shortage through a manufactured homes pilot program.

“Within the next couple of weeks or so, we will open it to the public to view and get people comfortable with the idea of a factory-built home in Versailles,” Dake said. “It's lovely on the outside and lovely on the inside, and we’re excited about exploring that as a possibility.”

Supports countywide bans on data centers to protect residents and farmland from potential damage.

Explores using factory-built homes in Versailles as a possible housing option.

- Supports countywide bans on data centers to protect residents and farmland from potential damage.
- Explores using factory-built homes in Versailles as a possible housing option.

During her time in office, she plans to focus on issues like housing affordability, development, sustainability, climate change and walkability in the city.

“Making sure that our sidewalks and streets are accessible, efficient, safe, and that people feel comfortable getting out and walking which is, you know, good for everybody’s health and good for the environment,” Dake says

Versailles Mayor Laura Dake Shares Plans for Office

Prioritizes accessible, efficient and safe sidewalks and streets that make walking more comfortable.

- Prioritizes accessible, efficient and safe sidewalks and streets that make walking more comfortable.

The Versailles Road and Utility Infrastructure Project will enhance public safety, improve transportation efficiency, and create the foundation necessary for private investment. Local leaders have identified the project as a top priority due to its direct impact on economic development and community vitality.

“This funding is a significant win for the City of Versailles and Woodford County as it extends Paddock Drive across US 60 by creating turn lanes and road infrastructure at the former Edgewood Farm property,” said Versailles Mayor Laura Dake. “I want to thank Congressman Barr for his tireless advocacy in securing this $1.4 million through the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations bill. These improvements to our roads and utility infrastructure will remove barriers to economic development that will benefit our residents and community.”

Barr Announces Federal Funds to Improve Versailles Road and Utility Infrastructure

Applauds $1.4 million in funding for road and utility infrastructure to remove barriers to economic development.

- Applauds $1.4 million in funding for road and utility infrastructure to remove barriers to economic development.

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Laura Dake

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Laura DAKE

Born and raised in Versailles, Kentucky, my name is Nick Green
and I am running to be YOUR next Mayor of Versailles,
Kentucky, in the 2026 election.

Nick Green for Mayor

I volunteer at Daisy Hill Senior
Living, the Woodford County Detention Center, FCA Coach for
the WCHS Swim Team and sit on the Eagle Scout Board of
Reviews for Woodford County for Troops 14 and 43.

Living, the Woodford County Detention Center, FCA Coach for
the WCHS Swim Team and sit on the Eagle Scout Board of
Reviews for Woodford County for Troops 14 and 43.

Nick Green is originally from Versailles, Kentucky. He volunteers at Daisy Hill Senior Living and the Woodford County Detention Center, and serves on Eagle Scout Boards of Review for Woodford County Troops 14 and 43.

a 2009 Eagle Scout, a
certified nursing assistant at Baptist Health Hospital, pastor at
Glen’s Creek Baptist Church, former assistant WCHS cross
country and track coach, and proud recipient of The Bluegrass
Community and Technical College’s 2025 “Political Science
student of the year award”.

certified nursing assistant at Baptist Health Hospital, pastor at
Glen’s Creek Baptist Church, former assistant WCHS cross
country and track coach, and proud recipient of The Bluegrass
Community and Technical College’s 2025 “Political Science
student of the year award”.

pastor at
Glen’s Creek Baptist Church, former assistant WCHS cross
country and track coach, and proud recipient of The Bluegrass
Community and Technical College’s 2025 “Political Science
student of the year award”.

Nick Green works as a certified nursing assistant at Baptist Health Hospital and as pastor at Glen’s Creek Baptist Church. He previously worked as an assistant cross-country and track coach.

Nick works as a certified nursing assistant at Baptist Health Hospital and as pastor at Glen’s Creek Baptist Church. He previously worked as an assistant cross-country and track coach.

As of October 8, 2026, Nick Green’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Preserving Traditional Values

Maintain growth rooted in the traditions,
families, and values that define Versailles.
Growing responsibly by focusing on family-
oriented acitvities, not unchecked expansion.

Advocates for growth focused on family-oriented activities rather than unchecked expansion.

- Advocates for growth focused on family-oriented activities rather than unchecked expansion.

Strong Infrastructure

Investing in roads, utilities, and essential
services that residents rely on everyday.

Supports investing in roads, utilities, and essential services.

- Supports investing in roads, utilities, and essential services.

It’s government, not a commercial business

Government is here to serve and invest in
upgrading existing infrastructure over
unneccesary commerical property purchases.

Less waste, more accountability

Reducing unnecessary spending and making
sure every tax dollar is spent wisely

Prioritizes upgrading existing infrastructure over unnecessary commercial property purchases.

Supports reducing unnecessary spending and ensuring tax dollars are spent wisely.

- Prioritizes upgrading existing infrastructure over unnecessary commercial property purchases.
- Supports reducing unnecessary spending and ensuring tax dollars are spent wisely.

Nick Green

As of October 8, 2026, Nick GREEN’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Nick GREEN

Nick Green was born and raised in Versailles, Kentucky. He graduated from Woodford County High School in 2010. He volunteers at Daisy Hill Senior Living and the Woodford County Detention Center and serves on Eagle Scout boards of review for Woodford County Troops 14 and 43.

Nick Green works as a certified nursing assistant at Baptist Health Hospital and as a pastor at Glen’s Creek Baptist Church. He previously worked as an assistant cross-country and track coach at Woodford County High School.

- Supports responsible growth focused on family-oriented activities rather than unchecked expansion.
- Plans to prioritize infrastructure upgrades over unnecessary commercial property purchases.

- Plans to invest in roads, utilities, and essential services residents rely on daily.

- Plans to reduce unnecessary spending and ensure tax dollars are spent wisely.

- 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. 

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