Perkins started "Chubby Ray's," a pizzeria, with just $5,000 in the 1990s. ", He made a jab at the Democratic candidate for mayor, businessman Craig Greenberg, whom Dieruf often refers solely to as "my opponent.". She also hopes to better advertise a new program called clerk alerts, which alerts residents who sign up to potential mortgage andtitle fraud, as well astax delinquency. It covers most of Jefferson County, where white residents make up nearly two-thirds of the districts population and black residents account for around 20%, according to census figures. "I'm pretty prudish about how we spend dollars," Perkins acknowledged.It's possible their different approaches to spending are influenced by their business histories.Perkins started "Chubby Ray's," a pizzeria, with just $5,000 in the 1990s. IM NOT AGAINST I WANT OUR OFFICERS HAVE ALL THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO DO THEIR JOBS. France This Way comment: Les Arcs, with its historical Parage quarter, is a very lovely historical town. Dieruf replied in October, saying Greenbergs ad "makes it sound like Im going to have police hunting down pregnant women and doctors. May 14, 2022, at 3:06 p.m. A Guide to the May 17 Primary Election in Kentucky. She explains that her top goal is to continue on-going projects when she's in office. But Dieruf insists this is an issue for state and federal lawmakers to handle. Meet Louisville's next mayor:Attorney, developer and a runner. AND I THINK GOT TO BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL HOW WE SPEND DOLLARS GOING FORWARD. My appreciation goes to every candidate who stepped up to campaign for their views to continue to improve the city we all love. If you come here on a Friday night, it's hopping and we want that. The Jefferson County Attorneys Office serves as the prosecutor in all misdemeanor cases in Jefferson District Court, acts as legal representative for all branches of Metro Government and the Metro Counciland handles child support cases for the county. He also co-owns the OVW Wrestling Circuit. He has kept up a busy campaign schedule, with weekend events around Jefferson County almost nonstop since the start of summer. "We're trying to revitalize downtown Jeffersontown. Our Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. Some of them carry over into his political life. Louisville mayoral candidate Craig Greenberg was shaken but not harmed in the Feb. 14 shooting, though a bullet came so close it damaged his sweater. Also: Can Jeffersontown Mayor Bill Dieruf end GOP losing streak in run for Louisville mayor? The city is a place she calls home. SHE IS ALSO A STRONG PROPONENT OF PUBLIC PROJECTS SUCH AS THE NEW AMPHITHEATER CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR THE NEW AMPHITHEATER AND THE VENUES THAT WE BRING IN AND THE FESTIVALS THAT WE BRING IN. Carol has been the committee chair of public works and parks & recreation during her terms, and for the last 12 years Carol has been chairman of the safety committee. A "Democrats for Dieruf" group that supports him but is not formally tied to his campaign also speaks to that. "So I understand the end of the shovel that works the most and the calluses that you gain from it.". Now, as both compete in the election to replace Bill Dieruf as. Published: 5:50 PM EST November 9, 2022. Kiosks could be a real convenience for the customer," she said. "[People] are going to walk from the amphitheater, they're going to walk to downtown Jeffersontown, they're going to eat food here, they're going to stay in hotels here, so all that's going to bring more revenue to our businesses," Pike said. The top two finishers advance. Perkins cast the lone vote against it. " Yancey worked in the sheriff's office for 28 years. Kala Kachmar is an investigative reporter. Greenberg has said he wouldn't use the Louisville police "to be the enforcement arm of Kentucky's extreme abortion ban." Ward-Pugh received 44% of the vote, Blakemore got 31%, Smith got 18% and Cobble 7%. Greenberg is one of eight in the Democratic primary, which includes Jefferson County Circuit Clerk David Nicholson, community activist Shameka Parrish-Wright and pastor Tim Findley Jr. "I'm pretty prudish about how we spend dollars," Perkins acknowledged. Tags: Associated Press, elections, Kentucky. LOUISVILLE, Ky. One of the biggest slates on the Jefferson County ballot was the Louisville mayoral primary. We have a brand new amphitheater that's going to be built. He also served on the city council and owned a hardware store for over three decades. Sen. Morgan McGarvey and Rep. Attica Scott share many of Rep. John Yarmuths progressive stances but come from very different backgrounds. "It's heartwarming to see when I move into the (Louisville mayor's) office on Jan. 1 that this community believes in what I've been doing and believes I can take it downtown to be successful.". Persons who desire special accommodations for scheduled meetings/hearings should contact Jeffersontown City Hall at (502) 267-8333 at least one week prior to the meeting/hearing. She says his legacy has helped pave the way for the entire city of Jeffersontown. Tuesday night, Greenberg said during his victory speech, was for celebration. "We have a lot of walking trails going on," she said. Two candidates on the November ballot for Jeffersontown constituents are candidate Ray Perkins and candidate Carol Pike. Later that Saturday afternoon, he swung by Louisville's 100-year-old airfield, Bowman Field, for Bowman Fest, before heading to Audubon Park's Auktoberfest. RAY PERKINS OWNS CHUBBY RAYS A PIZZERIA AND TOWN. No one was hit, but a bullet grazed Greenbergs sweater. The time for politics is over, Greenberg, 49, said, emphasizing that he is now focused on unity and taking action to improve Louisville. "I decided to step up and do what needs to be done in this town. More: Who's in, who's out, who's on the fence: Our way-too-early look at Louisville's mayor race. He noted his son-in-law manages Dieruf Hardware now and "does a fantastic job.". "Jeffersontown is just my home and all of these citizens are like my kids and I love them and I want to take care of them, that's why I ran," she said. JEFFERSONTOWN, Ky. (WAVE) - The city of Jeffersontown, home to roughly 30,000 people, is in the market for a new mayor. Paul has drawn five little-known Republican challengers in the Kentucky May primary. WHEN IT COMES TO CITY SPENDING. Related: Affordable housing complex in Louisville's Algonquin neighborhood to get free internet. "The non-partisan race presents a big choice for Jeffersontown voters, who are electing their first new mayor in 12 years. WE APPLIED FOR A GRANT FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND WE GOT THE MONEY TO FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO SPEND THE FEDERAL MONEY THAN TO GIVE YOUR POLICE OFFICERS WHAT THEY DESERVE? ), "One of the learnings from my faith is 'Tikkun olam,' which translates to 'repair the world,'" Greenberg told The Courier Journal earlier this year. The long-time hardware store owner became mayor of Jeffersontown in 2010 and has been re-elected to two terms since. She unsuccessfully ran for governor in 2011. "In the past, weve tried to deliver good results for positive change in the community and we think that resonated with voters, O'Connell told The Courier Journal on Tuesday night. Visits upon appointment. A Guide to the May 17 Primary Election in Kentucky. Carol is a top producer and knows about all areas of real estate and developing beautiful communities. "In my view, if doctors are not following the law, its up to the medical licensure board to hold them accountable," Dieruf said earlier this month. With 100% of precincts reporting, Johnson, an 11-year member of Shively's council, had 68% of the vote while Chester Burrell had 32%. Mayoral race:Is a Mitch McConnell super PAC supporting Bill Dieruf for Louisville mayor? JEFFERSONTOWN, Ky. For the first time in Jeffersontown's history, the city's new mayor will be a woman. While some Democrats attempt to tie Republicans at all levels to former President Donald Trump, Dieruf reemphasized his nonpartisan work with cities and lawmakers throughout Kentucky. Republican vying for top Louisville job: Jeffersontown mayor officially enters Louisville mayoral race "This is what we're trying to get away from and they just demonstrated that more of the. (WDRB photo) A long-standing City Council member before . Those lessons came in handy when the Jeffersontown City Council had an opening in 2000. "We can do things to improve things, tweak it, I call it, without breaking the budget," he added. The issue of violence in Louisville became personal for Greenberg and his team in February, when police said former Courier Journal intern and University of Louisville student Quintez Brown shot at but missed him while inside the campaign's office on Story Avenue. You know, we could do that for like, $50,000. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. The four Republicans are led by Jeffersontown Mayor Bill Dieruf, though a Republican has not held the mayor's office in Kentucky's largest city in several decades. With 100% of precincts reporting, O'Connell had59%of the vote, Karl Price had21% and formerDistrict Court Judge David Holton 20%. WLKY IS MARK VANDERHOFF TAKES A LOOK AT THAT RACE. Her goals include focusing on making neighborhoods safer, communicating with residents, attracting new businesses and funding public infrastructure. Mayor-elect Pike will now be replacing Mayor Bill Dierufwho held the position for 12 years. JEFFERSONTOWN, KY (WAVE) - The race for Louisville Metro mayor is not the only mayoral race voters will be casting ballots for in November. Pike has been involved in Jeffersontown for most of her life, from serving with Mayor Ruckriegel in 1982 to serving as a council member. In winning the Louisville race, Greenberg successfully fended off criticism that he was a continuation of Fischer and the status quo. AND THATS WHERE IM AT. HE OPPOSED THE AMPHITHEATER AND NEW POLICE BUILDING. . Pike was among the five council members who voted for the project, which Dieruf supported. The race for Louisville Mayor attracted national headlines earlier this year when a man drew a gun and shot at one of the Democratic candidates in his campaign office. Succeeding Dieruf as mayor of Jeffersontown is Carol Pike, who defeated a fellow Jeffersontown City Council member, Ray "Chubby Ray" Perkins, in Tuesday's election and will become the first woman to lead the suburban municipality. Who's in, who's out, who's on the fence: Our way-too-early look at Louisville's mayor race. Current Mayor Clay Foreman and City Councilman Bill Dieruf both want your vote. A field of 12 candidates was narrowed down Tuesday to one Democrat, businessman. Quintez Brown, a 22-year-old activist, faces charges of interfering with a federally protected right, and using and discharging a firearm in relation to a crime of violence by shooting at and attempting to kill a candidate for elective office for the attempted shooting. One day, Dieruf recalled, "it rained so much, the backhoe couldn't dig the footer. "I am warmed and humbled by the people that have been here tonight, by the people that have helped me over that 18-month timeframe," Dieruf said during his concession speech at The Henry Clay in downtown Louisville, referring to the length of his campaign. Download the WHAS11 News app now. The evening featured a stop in Douglass Hills for a food truck event before capping things off with a WAKY dance at the local Moose Lodge on Fegenbush Lane. Greenberg also shared how Dieruf called him before his speech to concede and that the two thanked one another for a hard-fought campaign. Longtime Sheriff John Aubrey narrowly beat his opponent Stephen Yancey in a race that for the first time in 20 years drew opponents from Aubrey's own Democratic party. Scott Utterback, Louisville Courier Journal, experienced when the candidate was shot at in February, received donations from figures like Christy Brown, some unease and distrust from some residents, fully staff LMPD's Domestic Violence Unit. "We've had (a) merger 21 years ago, but we've never had the situation where we've united and merged the people in this community.". Callas is situated in the Var department and Provence-Alpes-Cte d'Azur region.