KDP Reorganization

Every four years, the Kentucky Democratic Party (KDP) reorganizes to elect new leadership at the Precinct, County, and State levels.

This process starts with Precinct and County Conventions, where the Kenton County Democratic Party (KCDP) will elect:

• Precinct Committee Members
• County Executive Committee Members
• State Delegates

Kenton County Democratic Party Precinct and County Conventions
May 4, 2025, 2:00 - 4:30 PM at Erlanger Public Library

Why participate in Reorganization?

The Reorganization process is a critical opportunity to strengthen our party from the ground up. By electing strong, engaged leaders, we ensure a more organized, effective Democratic Party that can win elections and advocate for our values at every level of government. Get involved and be part of the movement to win in 2026 and beyond!

Who can participate in Reorganization?

Any registered Democratic voter in Kenton County can participate in Reorganization with the Kenton County Democratic Party. If you require ADA accommodations to participate in this process, please email us at kentondems@gmail.com.

Is participating in Reorganization right for you?

It is if you want to:

• Be an active volunteer.
• Learn how political organizing works.
• Help plan Party activities and programs.
• Assist with candidate recruitment, fundraising, phone banking, and canvassing.

Do I have to register with KCDP to participate?
Yes, registration is required. Registration is open from April 4 to May 2, at Noon. 

How does the Reorganization process work?

• Reorganization begins with Precinct and County Conventions, which take place on the same day at the same location.
• Registered participants meet at the Convention site, and Precinct Conventions are called to order promptly at 2:00 PM, followed immediately by the County Convention.

Precinct Convention: Electing Precinct Leadership

Precinct Committee Member responsibilities

• Registered participants gather with other members of their Precincts to elect those running for the following offices: Precinct Committee Male, Precinct Committee Female, and Precinct Committee Youth (under 40).
• Interested Democrats do not have to be in attendance to accept a nomination or be elected to the Committee.
• To nominate, or vote for, a candidate for a precinct position, you must be a registered Democrat in that precinct. You must be present to vote.
• Each Precinct Committee elects a Chair to ensure duties are carried out.

County Convention: Electing County Party Leadership and State Delegates

County Executive Committee Member responsibilities

• Elected Precinct Committee Members nominate and elect 10 women and 10 men to serve a four-year term on the KCDP Executive Committee.
• Elected Precinct Committee Members must present to vote. Per KDP Bylaws, no proxy voting is allowed.
• Any registered Democrat living in Kenton County can be nominated to serve on the County Executive Committee.
• At the close of Convention, the newly elected County Executive Committee Members will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

State Delegate responsibilities

• Elected Precinct Committee Members nominate and elect 41 Delegates and 8 Alternates to represent Kenton County at the Congressional and State Conventions.
• Any Democrat residing and registered to vote within the County may run as a delegate.

KDP Congressional and State Conventions

Congressional and State Conventions are June 14 in Owensboro, KY. For more information, visit https://www.kydemocrats.org/.