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The current council members include Mayor Dick Heaton and council members K. Hagan, Bill Sheckles, and others.Fifth Street, Bardstown, KY 40004. ELECTION HUB for Bardstown, Kentucky voters The Nelson County Clerk's Office handles all election matters for residents in the city. You can reach the office at 211 S. 3rd Street, Bardstown, KY 40004, or by calling (502) 348-1820. Additional information is available at https://www.nelsoncounty.ky.gov/elected-officials/county-clerk.html. Kentucky residents can register to vote online at https://elect.ky.gov/register-to-vote/. The deadline falls 28 days before any election, and you'll need a valid Kentucky driver's license or state-issued ID card to complete the process. The next mayoral and city council elections are scheduled for November 2026. Voters can look up their polling location at https://elect.ky.gov/register-to-vote/where-do-i-vote. Election records, including voter registration lists, absentee ballot requests, and election results, are public in Kentucky and can be requested through the Nelson County Clerk's Office. During the 2024 general election, Nelson County recorded a Kentucky allows no-excuse absentee voting. Residents can request an absentee ballot directly from the Nelson County Clerk's Office or online at https://elect.ky.gov/Voters/Pages/Absentee-Voting.aspx.
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To register to vote in Bardstown, Kentucky, residents can register online through the Kentucky State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at the Nelson County elections office. Kentucky requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Kentucky State Board of Elections voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Bardstown, contact the Nelson County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
Property records for Bardstown, Kentucky are maintained by Nelson County. The county assessor's office holds property tax records, assessed values, and ownership information. Property deeds, liens, and mortgage documents are filed with the county recorder's office. Many counties in Kentucky offer online portals where residents can search property records by address or owner name. For federal property related records, the USA.gov website provides guidance on accessing land patents, federal tax liens, and other property documentation.
Birth and death certificates for Bardstown, Kentucky residents are available through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Requests can typically be made online, by mail, or in person. You will need to provide identification and proof of eligibility, as vital records in Kentucky are restricted to authorized individuals such as the registrant, immediate family members, or legal representatives. Locally, the Nelson County Clerk's office may also process vital record requests. Processing times and fees vary depending on the method of request and the issuing office.
Business license records for Bardstown, Kentucky can be obtained through the city's municipal offices or Nelson County administration. The city clerk's office or planning and development department typically handles business license applications, renewals, and public records requests. The Kentucky Secretary of State's office maintains records of registered business entities, including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, which can be searched through their online business filing database. For federal employer identification numbers and tax related business records, the IRS website provides relevant forms and search tools.
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