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City Council, City of London

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Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The city council is London's legislative body: it passes city ordinances and adopts the budget. Members are elected citywide.

Nonpartisan. Vote for up to six. Matthew E. Allen has withdrawn from the race, but his name remains on the ballot; according to Laurel County Clerk Tony Brown, votes cast for him will not be counted (WKYT, September 28, 2026).

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Jamie D. GibsonThe Sentinel-Echo

Jamie D. Gibson

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No documented position found.

Johnny S. Miller

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No documented position found.

Jim Nunley

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No documented position found.

Patrick Todd Taylor

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No documented position found.

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Chase L. CarsonThe Sentinel-Echo

Chase L. Carson

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  • Pledges to restore trust and integrity in city government
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  1. Pledges to restore trust and integrity in city government

    Carson seeking city council seat in 2026 election cycle

    News coverage · The Sentinel-Echo · Oct 14, 2025 · sentinel-echo.com

    “his decision to run again stems from a desire to restore trust and integrity in city government”

Deborah K. Gilbert

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No documented position found.

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Sharon J. BengeThe Sentinel-Echo

Sharon J. Benge

No party listed

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No documented position found.

John Bruner

No party listedIncumbent

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No documented position found.

Jim Baker

No party listedIncumbent

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No documented position found.

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