Kentucky Council of Area Development Districts (KCADD) named Albany Mayor John “Nicky” Smith as its 2012-13, Second Vice Chairman during itsboard meeting February 9, 2012 at the Capitol Annex.

New KCADD officers are:

Robert Claycomb, Chairman; Citizen Member, LaRue County

Jody Jenkins, First Vice Chairman; Union County Judge Executive

John “Nicky” Smith, Second Vice Chairman; Mayor of Albany

R.D. “Doc” Marshall, Secretary; Floyd County Judge Executive

Harold “Shorty” Tomlinson, Treasurer; Carroll County Judge Executive

Bobby Carpenter, Immediate Past Chair; Greenup County Judge Executive

During their year-long term, these officers will lead the Kentucky’s area development districts in their work to help local officials and citizens unite to provide for the planned growth of their area and provide technical and management assistance to local communities on a broad range of topics.

“I’m honored to be selected to serve in this capacity, and I look forward to serving the state of Kentucky,” Smith said.

The Kentucky Council of Area Development Districts is comprised of 15 regional entities called Area Development Districts that provide a multi-disciplinary approach to regional trouble-shooting by working with elected leadership to strengthen the physical environment and enhance the quality of life in Kentucky.

Under the Council’s leadership, the ADDs have managed over 5,763 projects and contracts valued at $2.8 billion, and have generated a return of more than $100 for every $1 in local government dues each year.

Among those are programs to assist the elderly, improve the state’s infrastructure, provide housing assistance, facilitate economic development, develop a strong workforce, improve water and wastewater practices, and advance public health.