Boone County voters will have an opportunity to hear from candidates seeking the county’s top elected office during a public debate planned at the Boone County Public Library Main Library in Burlington.
The forum is scheduled for Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at the library, 1786 Burlington Pike, according to a community announcement. Candidates Chet Hand, a Boone County commissioner, and Tim Johnson are expected to participate in the debate for Boone County judge/executive.
The event will be moderated by Trey Grayson, former Kentucky secretary of state.
Organizers said the discussion will give residents a chance to hear directly from the candidates about their positions on local issues ahead of the election.
Debate to be livestreamed
The debate is free and open to the public.
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Media plans to film and livestream the event, allowing additional viewers to watch remotely.
Boone County Public Library said the program is part of its efforts to encourage civic engagement and informed community discussion, according to the announcement.
For more information, contact Jennifer Cheek at jcheek@bcpl.org.
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