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Mayor, City of Fort Thomas

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The mayor heads the city government of Fort Thomas.

Nonpartisan.

Taxes & budget

  • Sharon MacKnightNo party listed

    No documented position found.

  • Andy EllisonNo party listed

    • Supports fiscally responsible zoning and preservation decisions

Housing

  • Sharon MacKnightNo party listed

    No documented position found.

  • Andy EllisonNo party listed

    • Supports preserving Fort Thomas's walkable neighborhoods and character

Environment & parks

  • Sharon MacKnightNo party listed

    • Supports preserving historic charm, parks and green spaces
  • Andy EllisonNo party listed

    No documented position found.

Government & transparency

  • Sharon MacKnightNo party listed

    • Pledges timely online access to city records and meeting videos
    • Pledges stronger ethics compliance and protection of taxpayer dollars
  • Andy EllisonNo party listed

    • Pledges a listening-first approach to city government

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