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Kris A. Knochelmann

REPUBLICAN

Kris A. Knochelmann is running for Kenton County Judge Executive, Republican Primary.

Kris A. Knochelmann is running for this race unopposed. They will move on to the general election.

Personal background

Kris Knochelmann is originally from Kenton County, Kentucky. He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Xavier University. Kris and his wife have three children and live in Covington, Kentucky. Kris and his wife are parishioners at St. Joseph's in Crescent Springs.

Professional background

Kris co-owns Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing Heating Air, a home services company in Covington. He previously worked as general manager of Service Experts Heating and Air Conditioning and has worked in the plumbing and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry since he was 15 years old. He also serves as president of Oakland Properties.

Political background

Kris currently serves as the Judge Executive of Kenton County, Kentucky. He was first elected in 2014 and is serving his third term. He previously served as Kenton County Commissioner for District 3, serving two terms.

Budget

Supports allowing more input from Ohio interests and surrounding counties in the management of the airport amidst restructuring efforts.

Emphasizes the need to upgrade emergency communications systems to meet federal mandates.

Plans to relocate the county's main administrative offices to a new site, acknowledging potential challenges in securing funding for the project.

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Administration

Supports implementing online financial records so taxpayers can monitor expenditures, and plans to develop a 5-year plan to better evaluate county finances.

Supports investing in and implementing a tri-county digital radio system for first responders.

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