Bill Cegelka
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Bill Cegelka was an at-large candidate for the Lexington, Kentucky City Council.[1]
Campaign themes
2014
On his campaign website, Cegelka highlighted the following issues:[2]
One Lexington
- Excerpt: "Too often in today’s divisive political climate, elected officials make decisions based on what’s expedient - what’s in their best, short term interest. This type of short-sighted decision making creates more problems than it solves. Bill believes in a government that brings people together around common goals. As an At-Large Council Member, Bill will consider the best interest of the entire county, not just a particular special interest group."
Job creation and economic growth
- Excerpt: "Today’s economy increasingly relies on knowledge and information. Lexington has more resources at its disposal than any city in Kentucky. It is positioned to be a leader in innovation and job growth. Bill’s “One Lexington Plan for Economic Growth” includes a balanced approach to job creation, focusing on agriculture, manufacturing and Information Age industries. Lexington must invest in its people, attract new businesses and help grow the industries that are already here."
Government efficiency
- Excerpt: "Local government has hundreds of hard working employees. Inefficiencies not only waste taxpayer money, but prevent the government from investing in infrastructure or new ideas. Building and maintaining a great city requires time and resources."
Education
- Excerpt: " In the 21st Century, what you earn depends on what you learn. The higher an individual’s education, the more money that person typically makes [...] Bill Cegelka's "One Smart Lexington" plan creates a partnership between the city, the University of Kentucky and the Fayette County Public Schools to close the achievement gap by helping every child read at grade level by 3rd grade."
Public safety
- Excerpt: "The first priority of local government is public safety. Our police officers and fire fighters are well trained - among the best in the state. Bill will invest in the necessary equipment and technology to ensure that all Lexington neighborhoods are safe. If a community is particularly impacted by crime, innovated solutions like community policing and neighborhood watch programs should be implemented and improved."
Elections
2014
The city of Lexington, Kentucky held elections for city council on November 4, 2014. A primary election took place on May 20, 2014. Two at-large seats were up for election. In the primary election, Steve Kay, Richard Moloney, Bill Cegelka and Kevin O. Stinnett advanced past Jerry C. Moody, Shannon Buzard, Jon Larson, Kenner "Pete" Dyer, Chris Logan, Don B. Pratt, Ray DeBolt, Jacob D. Slaughter and Connie Kell. The winners of the general election were Kay, Moloney and Stinnet.[3][4][5]
| Lexington City Council At-Large General Election, 2014 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
 Steve Kay Incumbent |
20.4% | 36,560 | |
| Kevin O. Stinnett Incumbent |
19.4% | 34,817 | |
| Richard Moloney |
19% | 34,101 | |
| Bill Cegelka | 15% | 26,954 | |
| Chris Logan | 13.9% | 24,927 | |
| Jon Larson | 12.2% | 21,955 | |
| Total Votes | 157,359 | ||
| Source: Fayette County Clerk's Office - Official 2014 Election Results | |||
| Lexington City Council At-Large Primary Election, 2014 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Steve Kay Incumbent |
14.8% | 16,052 | |
| Kevin O. Stinnett Incumbent |
13.1% | 14,174 | |
| Richard Moloney |
15.3% | 16,644 | |
| Bill Cegelka |
11.7% | 12,650 | |
| Chris Logan | 9.2% | 10,035 | |
| Jon Larson | 7.2% | 7,791 | |
| Don B. Pratt | 6.6% | 7,205 | |
| Connie Kell | 6.6% | 7,158 | |
| Shannon Buzard | 5% | 5,470 | |
| Jerry C. Moody | 3.2% | 3,505 | |
| Ray DeBolt | 2.7% | 2,891 | |
| Kenner "Pete" Dyer | 2.3% | 2,507 | |
| Jacob D. Slaughter | 2.3% | 2,448 | |
| Total Votes | 69,555 | ||
| Source: Fayette County Clerk's Office - Official 2014 Election Results | |||
Recent news
This section links to a Google news search for the term "Bill + Cegelka + Lexington"
See also
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Lexington, Kentucky city council elections, 2014
- United States municipal elections, 2014
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Fayette County Clerk, "Fayette County Primary Candidates In Ballot Position Order," accessed May 19, 2014
- ↑ Cegelka for Council, "Bill on the Issues," accessed September 29, 2014
- ↑ Fayette County Clerk, "Fayette County Primary Candidates In Ballot Position Order," accessed May 19, 2014
- ↑ City of Lexington, "Unofficial primary election results," accessed May 20, 2014
- ↑ Fayette County Clerk, "2014 General Election Results," accessed November 4, 2014
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