More Woodford County families are feeling the pressure of an economy outpacing wages, driving up the cost of everyday essentials. Under Judge/Executive James Kay’s leadership, Woodford County has maintained the lowest unemployment rate in the Commonwealth while cutting county taxes year after year through strong fiscal management and responsible budgeting, helping ensure Woodford County remains a place where working families can afford to live, stay, and thrive.

Woodford County's rural landscape, farmland, and horse farms are the foundation of what makes our community special. Over the past eight years, Judge/Executive James Kay has worked to support rural communities through record-breaking investments in agriculture, broadband expansion, and economic opportunity while protecting the character of our countryside. As the rise of A.I. data centers and other development pressures grows, James remains committed to preserving our land and supporting our agricultural and equine industries because Woodford County can grow and prosper without bulldozing our home.

Over the past eight years, James Kay has transformed the way Woodford County invests in infrastructure, ensuring residents have access to the services and resources they need to thrive. From award-winning emergency management, new fire stations, road improvements, sidewalks, broadband expansion, and the Clifton Boat Ramp to major water infrastructure investments, his administration has delivered results in every corner of the county. By aggressively pursuing state grants, James has brought millions of dollars back to Woodford County, funding many of these projects while keeping costs off the backs of local taxpayers.

Raising a family isn't easy these days, and James Kay understands that county government should do everything it can to help make life a little easier. That's why he's focused on keeping Woodford County one of the safest places in Kentucky with one of the lowest crime rates in the state, bringing good jobs to our community, supporting our outstanding schools, and making sure families have somewhere to turn when times get tough. Whether it's help with utility bills, housing assistance, legal resources, or preventing evictions, James believes that when Woodford County families succeed, Woodford County succeeds.