Jeffersontown City Council

CynthiaKinnard

Cynthia for the City

Born here. Raised here. Still here — by choice. Cynthia Kinnard has spent over 40 years serving the people of Jeffersontown, and she's just getting started.

Lifelong J-Town Resident 40+ Years of Community Service Ethics Board Member
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Cynthia Kinnard

Meet Cynthia

Born Here.
Still Here. By Choice.

Cynthia Kinnard has had every opportunity to leave Jeffersontown. She never did. This city is her home — not just the place she grew up, but the place she chose to stay, to serve, and to invest her life into for over 40 years.

She's attended Jeffersontown High School. She's served on the Jeffersontown Ethics Commission. She's worked alongside the Jefferson County Police Department on their Christmas outreach. She's raised money for families across the city, supported youth through the Jeffersontown Youth Council, and cared for the vulnerable through Good Samaritan Community Services.

"I could have left — but Jeffersontown is in my heart. These are my people. I'm not running for a title. I'm running to serve."

She has stood on the stage and sung at six Jeffersontown mayoral inaugurations. She has shown up for Dare to Care when neighbors needed food. She has led, organized, fundraised, and volunteered — quietly, consistently, and without waiting to be asked. Now she's asking for the chance to serve in a new way.

40+
Years Serving J-Town
6
Mayoral Inaugurations
1
City She Calls Home
∞
Love for This Community

Platform

What Cynthia Stands For

These aren't talking points. They're convictions. Cynthia has lived in Jeffersontown long enough to know what matters — and she's not coming to City Council to play politics.

Ethics & Accountable Government

Cynthia is not a politician — and that's exactly the point. She is someone who leads with honesty, deals with people as individuals, and understands the real responsibility that comes with serving on City Council.

She doesn't believe in saying what people want to hear. She believes in doing what is right — transparently, consistently, and with integrity. Having served on Jeffersontown's Ethics Commission, she knows what accountable leadership looks like, and she will hold herself to that standard every single day.

"I will not deal with you as a politician. I will deal with you as a person — honestly, directly, and with respect."

Small Business & Economic Opportunity

Cynthia believes City Council should do everything in its power to help small businesses thrive. She wants to see more jobs in Jeffersontown — not just jobs for some, but real opportunities for everyone.

She believes deeply that all people deserve a chance to live their dreams. If that dream is owning a business, she wants to be in your corner. From cutting red tape to connecting entrepreneurs with resources, Cynthia will be a tireless advocate for the people willing to bet on themselves — and on Jeffersontown.

"Everyone deserves an opportunity to live their dream. If that dream is a business, I want to help make it happen."

Youth Investment

Young people are not just the future of Jeffersontown — they are citizens of today. Cynthia believes that how we treat our young people right now says everything about who we are as a community.

With hands-on experience through the Jeffersontown Youth Council, Cynthia sees youth as an asset — not a problem to manage. She will fight for programs, mentorships, and resources that give every young person in this city a reason to believe Jeffersontown believes in them.

"Our young people aren't just the future — they're here now. They deserve our investment today, not someday."

A Life of Service

She Didn't Wait to
Be Elected to Serve

For over four decades, Cynthia Kinnard has shown up for Jeffersontown — not for applause, not for a title, but because these are her neighbors. Her record of community service speaks louder than any campaign promise.

  • Jeffersontown Ethics Commission — Cynthia has served on the board responsible for upholding integrity and accountability in city government. She knows what ethical leadership looks like.
  • Jeffersontown Youth Council — Cynthia has invested in the next generation, working alongside young people who will shape the city's future.
  • Dare to Care — When neighbors face hunger and hardship, Cynthia shows up. She has supported this vital food and service ministry throughout the city.
  • Good Samaritan Community Services — Cynthia has worked directly with community-based services, caring for the most vulnerable residents of our city.
  • Jefferson County Police Department — Cynthia partnered with JCPD on their annual Christmas outreach projects, connecting families with joy during the holidays.
  • Six Mayoral Inaugurations — Cynthia has been called upon to sing at the inauguration of six Jeffersontown mayors — a testament to the respect she has earned across political lines.
  • City-wide Fundraising — Cynthia has been an active fundraiser across Jeffersontown, supporting organizations and causes that strengthen the fabric of this community.

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Cynthia has spent 40 years showing up for Jeffersontown. Now it's our turn to show up for her. Whether you want to volunteer, put a sign in your yard, or just say hello — we'd love to hear from you.

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