Grant County Magistrate Jacqalynn Ammer Riley earned the vote of her fellow county officials Thursday as she was elected 2nd Vice President of the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo). Her installation to the KACo Executive Committee took place during the association’s 51st annual conference in Louisville.
“I am passionate about strengthening our counties and supporting their unique needs," Ammer Riley said. "As an experienced third-term magistrate, staying actively engaged both locally and at the statewide level has always been important to me.”
Ammer Riley currently serves on KACo’s Unemployment Insurance Board and the Kentucky Magistrates and Commissioners Board of Directors. She recently testified with KACo before the General Assembly’s Interim Joint Committee on Local Government – an experience she said strengthened her commitment to seeking collaborative solutions on issues faced by county governments.
"My recent experience of bringing the Grant County perspective to Frankfort deepened my conviction to work toward impactful legislative solutions that could benefit the entire commonwealth," Ammer Riley said.
KACo Executive Director Jim Henderson said Ammer Riley’s leadership, advocacy and professional experience will be an asset to the association.
"Jacqalynn brings a wealth of knowledge in her role as a magistrate and has already hit the ground running when it comes to building valuable relationships in Frankfort and telling the county story,” Henderson said. “I’m excited to add her energy and experience to our advocacy efforts.”
Ammer Riley will serve alongside Union County Judge/Executive Adam O’Nan (KACo President), Oldham County Magistrate Michael Logsdon (KACo President-elect), Green County PVA Sean Curry (KACo 1st Vice President) and Harlan County Judge/Executive Dan Mosley (KACo Immediate Past President).
For nearly two decades, Ammer Riley has worked in human resources with Proctor & Gamble. She and her family enjoy living on their farm, raising beef cattle, hunting, fishing, and owning and operating two small businesses.
“My mission in life is to help others to reach their fullest potential,” Ammer Riley said. “Through communication, collaboration and relationship building, I am committed to making meaningful contributions to KACo and my fellow county officials. Together, I believe we can continue moving forward and empower Kentucky’s counties to thrive.”
