Michael Hesse
Candidate for City Commissioner, City of Simpsonville
Background
Michael Hesse is a Simpsonville city commissioner and a civil engineer.
Photo: The Sentinel-News
Documented positions
Roads & infrastructure
Supports new sidewalks on 3rd Street and Old Veechdale Road
Construction of the 3rd Street (KY 1848) sidewalks was expected to begin in spring 2027; he plans an Old Veechdale Road extension next.
ReportElection 2026: Simpsonville City CommissionNews coverage · The Sentinel-News · Sep 10, 2026 · pmg-ky1.com
“Hesse has advocated for sidewalks along 3rd Street (KY 1848)”
Environment & parks
Supports a mixed-use Golden Creek Park preserving the landscape
ReportElection 2026: Simpsonville City CommissionNews coverage · The Sentinel-News · Sep 10, 2026 · pmg-ky1.com
“Hesse plans to incorporate residents' requests for a mixed-use park that preserves the natural landscape while incorporating sports fields.”
All sources (2)
- Shelby County Sample Ballot, General Election, November 3, 2026 (published under KRS 424.290)
Election filing · Shelby County Clerk (posted by the Kentucky Secretary of State) · web.sos.ky.gov
- Election 2026: Simpsonville City Commission
News coverage · The Sentinel-News · Sep 10, 2026 · pmg-ky1.com
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