City
Mayor, City of Shively
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The mayor heads the city government of Shively.
Partisan city election.
Public safety
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
- Supports community policing and mental health resources
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
- Supported stronger partnerships with public safety departments
Education
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
No documented position found.
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
- Led creation of the Shively Youth Program for mentoring
Economy & jobs
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
- Proposes tax incentives for new businesses in Shively
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
- Supported new business investment, including a new hotel
Roads & infrastructure
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
- Pledges to prioritize repairing potholes and damaged roads
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
No documented position found.
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
- Supported Shively Park upgrades, including a splashpad
Government & transparency
Daniel StaudenheimerRepublican
- Pledges regular town hall meetings with residents
Maria D. JohnsonDemocratic
No documented position found.
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