Kay Friedly (Troy City Council At-large, Ohio, candidate 2025)

Kay Friedly

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Republican Party

Candidate, Troy City Council At-large

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 6, 2025

Education

Bachelor's

Indiana Wesleyan University, 2009

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force

Years of service

1974 - 1982

Personal

Religion

Born Again Christian

Profession

Retired

Contact

Campaign website

Kay Friedly (Republican Party) ran for election to the Troy City Council At-large in Ohio. She was on the ballot in the Republican primary on May 6, 2025.^[source]

Friedly completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Kay Friedly provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on April 16, 2025:

• Birth date: February 26, 1956
• High school: Hamilton High School, Georgia
• Associate: Troy State University, Alabama, 1980
• Bachelor's: Indiana Wesleyan University, 2009
• Military service: United States Air Force, 1974-1982
• Gender: Female
• Religion: Born Again Christian
• Profession: Retired
• Prior offices held:
  • Republican Representative for Troy Precinct 3-A (2024)
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign website

Elections

General election

General election for Troy City Council At-large (3 seats)

Todd D. Severt, Lynne B. Snee, Susan M. Westfall, and Bryan Begg are running in the general election for Troy City Council At-large on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Todd D. Severt (R)
	Submit photo	Lynne B. Snee (R)
	Submit photo	Susan M. Westfall (R)
	Submit photo	Bryan Begg (Independent)

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Troy City Council At-large (3 seats)

Kay Friedly, Todd D. Severt, Lynne B. Snee, and Susan M. Westfall ran in the Republican primary for Troy City Council At-large on May 6, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Kay Friedly
	Submit photo	Todd D. Severt
	Submit photo	Lynne B. Snee
	Submit photo	Susan M. Westfall

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Kay Friedly completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Friedly's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Kay Friedly and I am a 7-year resident of Troy, Ohio. I am running for a position as Troy City Council Member at Large. I am currently the Republican Precinct Representative for Troy Precinct 3-A. As a Christian and U.S. Air Force Veteran, I believe I can represent the values and interests of the majority of the citizens of Troy. I am both a Constitutional and a fiscal conservative who seeks to reduce taxes, limit government to the actual needs of the people of Troy, and uphold the rights and privileges of the highest law of our land, the United States Constitution.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I will uphold Christian values and moral standards, starting with my own life and encouraging these values and standards in our community. I believe this is the best way to grow as individuals and as a city.
• Too many of our rights and privileges as U.S. citizens have been eroded in recent years. I will do all I can to reclaim our Constitutional territory.
• I currently serve as a Republican Precinct Representative, which makes me a part of the local Republican Central Committee. I have and will continue to challenge the Republican Party here to lead with integrity, clarity, and genuine concern for the long-term benefit of the citizens of Troy.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Election integrity; education of our children as to the true facts of our nation's history; and providing what is needed for healthy, thriving families to live here in safety and the full enjoyment of small town living.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

City Council members make the local rules and laws that govern Troy within the limits of current state and federal laws. Troy can be a great example of how to have a community in which law-abiding citizens thrive and those who overstep the rights of others are stopped. We would all like to see criminal behaviors re-directed, but this is not always possible. When it is not possible, steps must be taken to protect those who are responsibly contributing to the benefit of the community.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

President Trump is one person I look up to. I admire his tenacity and wisdom in the face of often ludicrous persecution. I also appreciate his decisiveness in action when dealing with complex world situations and events. He has done more to promote and protect people of faith, especially Christians and Jews, throughout the world as well as here at home, of any recent U.S. President.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Bible

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty and integrity proven by a history of living this out are essential for any elected official. Life experience and the ability to withstand a slick sales promotion that could have negative long-term consequences for Troy's residents are important characteristics as well.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a good listener and a lifelong learner. I have the ability to control my emotions in public and consider more than one point of view on an issue. I am decisive once I have explored the information on a topic and am willing to take action to resolve issues.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Since Council members control a lot of the spending of Troy's taxes and grants, a core responsibility should be researching the best use of those funds.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to make a positive impact on my community that will last beyond my lifetime. I am much more interested in results and solutions to problems than I am in fame or money.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the Moon Landing as a huge deal when I was a child. I was 13 when it happened and I remember being filled with great pride in our nation's accomplishment and excitement for the possibilities of our future.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Child care/babysitting--from teen years throughout most of my life. I do love children.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible is my hands down favorite. It gives me wisdom, guidance, strength, hope and its application has brought me joy as well as gratitude to its Author.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Weariness at times has been a struggle. I am able to overcome it with a strong sense of optimism that if I do my best, God will do the rest.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

More people need to know that the City Council is the main legislative body of the City of Troy. If citizens would like to see local rules, regulations and laws changed, this is where to start.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The ability to research the most cost-effective, safe and lasting ways to take care of the needs of the city is a skill that would be very helpful. A willingness to consider the concerns and suggestions of the residents of Troy is essential. Also, being able and willing to communicate the options available and why a specific route is being recommended to accomplish a task is important.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Miami County Liberty, Inc.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Government should always be held accountable to the governed. This cannot occur without enough financial transparency to allow the taxpayers to fully understand how their money is being spent as well as what some of the viable alternatives might be. This information should be readily available to every tax-paying citizen and the input of citizens should be seriously considered.

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