City of Flatwoods, KY
2513 Reed Street
Flatwoods, KY 41139
Tel: (606) 836-9661
Fax: (606) 836-4222
City Government
The City of Flatwoods functions under a strong mayor form of government. The mayor and six council members are elected by a city-wide vote (at-large) in non-partisan elections, and the mayor serves a 4 year term while council members serve a two year term. They serve as the legislative and policy making body of the municipal government. Together they enact city ordinances, appropriate funds to conduct city business, provide vital services, and formulate policies and procedures for the efficient ongoing operation of all city services as set forth by city council. The City has various authorities, committees, and commissions who make recommendations to city council.
City of Flatwoods Kentucky Mayors in Chronological Order
1938-1952 Board of Trustees
1952-1957 George Edward Kiger
1957-1962 L.G. Mullins
1962-1965 Cecil Castle
1965-1968 Charles Holsinger
1968-1970 Lester Tackett
1970-1971 Bob Ford
1971-1972 Walter Hilburn
1972-1976 T.L Groves
1976-1981 Jean Mitchell
1981-1989 T.L. Groves
1989-2015 Bobby F. Crager
2015-2022 Ron Fields
2223-Present Buford Hurley II