When it comes to local government, there are two types of people. Those who put in the hard work, and those who do a lot of talking. My opponent has spent months telling people that he was “instrumental” in bringing the Pratt Industries recycled cardboard mill to Henderson, that he “made the final push” to...
To be an effective county judge-executive, you need good relationships and well-placed connections in our region, in Frankfort and in Washington, D.C. I’ve spent the last decade developing strong friendships and partnerships at all levels. First as a chamber of commerce executive, then as CEO of our local economic development organization, and now your judge-executive,...
There are two ways to increase funds for local government. You can tax more, or you can encourage investment and grow the local economy. I don’t think we need a poll to figure out which one hardworking families prefer. Back before I took over as Judge/Executive, the county was in some dire straits. The two...
Crime is on the rise in communities big and small, and defending public safety is one of an elected official’s most fundamental responsibilities. But there’s a big difference between those who say they “Back the Blue” and those of us who actually provide law enforcement the resources, training and technology they need to keep officers...
UPDATE: Earlier this summer, I told you I testified in Frankfort on behalf of West Kentucky communities about the need to advance the deployment of high-speed and reliable broadband. Our advocacy has paid off! Kenergy announced a $150 million high-speed, fiber-to-the-home internet network covering 14 counties, requiring 7,200 miles of fiber line, and reaching all...
The following is an edited text of Brad’s remarks on the State of the County, delivered July 28, 2022 It is with great optimism and confidence in the future of this community that we declare that the state of Henderson County is strong and the government that serves it is in the best financial and...
Tornadoes can cause extreme damage. Sometimes, all the hardships inflicted can’t even be seen. Just ask Marshall County Judge-Executive Kevin Neal. His county, including its largest city, Benton, was one of the communities hit by a deadly tornado last December. In all, the estimated damage done to businesses, residences, government infrastructure and utilities in Marshall County...
It has been a privilege to serve as your judge-executive the last six years. In that time we’ve accomplished a lot. Working together, we’ve put the county on a path to growth and prosperity not experienced here in decades. When I took office, I knew my number one priority was to lead from the front,...
Wednesday’s groundbreaking on Section 1 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project was a tremendous milestone, both for the ultimate completion of I-69 through Indiana and Kentucky and also for the army of advocates, elected officials and transportation officials who worked decades to see that happen. But, in 2008, Interstate 69 in Kentucky was dead...
Welcome to the Keep Brad blog, where over the following weeks and months I’ll be posting regular messages about my re-election campaign. I’ll also use this space to address issues and ideas I know are important to you. I think you’ll find the information offered in these posts to be interesting and insightful. At a...
