Benton Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Stephen
Flatt
Stephen Flatt is running for mayor of Benton in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Jessica Scillian.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Stephen FlattYou’re reading
- 02Jessica Scillian
Background
- About
- Retired from the county school system in February 2025; his final role was Director of Special Education.
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. Kentucky Secretary of State, Land Office
On the record: Stephen Flatt
3 sourced01Experience1 sourced position
As reported by the Tribune-Courier from the April 30, 2026 Kentucky Lake Chamber of Commerce candidate forum; not a direct quote
Said his job as Director of Special Education included managing one of the larger budgets in the school system, and described himself as a team player.
Forum answerTribune-Courier · May 7, 2026Link
02Reasons for running1 sourced position
As reported by the Tribune-Courier from the April 30, 2026 Kentucky Lake Chamber of Commerce candidate forum; not a direct quote
Said he began speaking with businesses and reaching out to community members before seriously considering a run for mayor.
Forum answerTribune-Courier · May 7, 2026Link
03Ballot listing1 sourced position
Listed on the Marshall County sample ballot for Mayor, City of Benton, for the November 3, 2026 general election.
Own statementKentucky Secretary of State · Nov 3, 2026Link
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