Louisville residents will soon have a clear picture of who’s running for local office in Louisville.
Anyone interested in running for mayor, county attorney or sheriff must file paperwork with the Jefferson County Clerk by Jan. 9. That includes signed declarations showing they are eligible to run, signatures from two registered voters from the same district and details about their designated campaign treasurer. Prospective candidates also have to pay a $50 filing fee.
In 2026, all odd-numbered Louisville Metro Council seats will be up for election. Residents can look up which council district they live in here…