​Steve ELKINS​​​​​​​​
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Background:
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I was born and raised in Northern Kentucky. My wife and I have lived in Park Hills and raised our 6 children for the last 24 years. I have been on City Council for the past 10+ years. I have worked in senior management for a global logistics/aviation company for 35+ years in a variety of positions where I was responsible for a large varied staff and budgets exceeding $10M. I had oversight for the procurement of expensive aviation equipment and 3rd party contracts. I have a BS in Marketing from Northern Kentucky University. I have served on the Parish Council at St. Agnes and served on the Park Hills Civic Association. ​​​​​
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​Why did you decide to run for public office?
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First of all, we love our city.
As I noted, I have been on City Council for the past 10+ years and we have enjoyed a great run of success during that time. Taking a budget that was near bankruptcy to one with a positive reserve in excess of a million dollars. Also addressing a declining infrastructure to a situation now that has the vast majority of our streets and sidewalks (including new/additional sidewalks) in great shape. I want to continue the positive trends.
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​What are the most critical issues facing your constituents or community?
We are a small city with a small tax base that is mostly funded by our citizens, so we must remain diligent and keep a strong hand on our finances. We also need to find creative ways to entice more businesses to our great city.
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​What leadership qualities would you bring to the council?
I am level headed and logical in how I think about the issues that face our city and citizens. I believe in treating everyone with respect, regardless of any differences in our stance on a topic. ​​​
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Do you have any further comments or anything you’d like to emphasize?
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I just want to continue the direction our city is headed and to protect, preserve, and keep our great city safe and profitable.
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