Catherine Lenhart for Jenks 2025

 Your Voice in Local Government

“I’d like to carry your voice into city conversations.
Many of you have already sought me out
to share your experiences with me.  
I’d like to see you acknowledged and respected
while rebuilding your trust in city leaders.”

 

It's with great excitement I share with you that I'm running for Jenks City Council Ward 6. The last two years as a civic leader have shown me the importance of bringing a strong citizen perspective to a citywide discussion. I'm grateful for your trust, support and encouragement.

#transparencyyoucantrust
 

RECOGNIZE JENKS IN THE FUTURE 

What does it mean to recognize Jenks in the future? Jenks population growth has doubled in the last twenty years, proving residents enjoy the features and benefits Jenks has to offer. If you factor in Lt. Governor Pinnell’s statement at the opening of the mall, “ Jenks is on track to be the next tourism hub” then the community is in for big changes. Let’s make sure an authentic Jenks thrives during its growth spurt. 

  • Recommend approval for a city councilor to serve as a key contact liaison with a city department contact on topical issues, therefore enabling a more detailed range of discussion 
     
  • Urge the city planner and city engineer to provide current data on transportation master plans and any new traffic related studies
     
  • Utilize my retail and non-profit background to create a committee with the ability to study and plan for future trends
     
  • Ensure collaboration with Jenks Public Schools - especially on new housing, traffic patterns, and TIF Districts in order to avoid overcrowding and financial constraints
     

I’M COMMITTED TO CONTINUING MY LEADERSHIP AND CIVICS OUTREACH

  • I will continue empowering residents by sharing civic knowledge and helping pull the information together so that citizens see the various factors involved, not just compartmental information
     
  • I will continue to advocate tirelessly to maintain the small town character of Jenks
     
  • I will uphold the integrity of the Open Meetings & Open Records Act
     
  • I will search for the truth in financial matters, requesting audits for Tax Increment Financing TIF economic incentives so that citizens can feel confident that this program fulfills its purpose 
     
  • I’m committed to focusing on support for Jenks Public Works as well as Public Safety
     
  • I will strive to ensure that Jenks remains true to its roots with support for the Jenks America Museum & Historical Society

About the City of Jenks City Council

The City of Jenks is structured into six wards, along with an at-large position. The City Council is composed of one representative from each ward and an additional at-large member. These council members serve on a volunteer basis and do not receive compensation. Representatives for the six wards must reside within their respective wards, while the at-large member is required to live within the city limits. All registered voters in Jenks have the opportunity to vote for every council seat. Each term lasts four years, with elections taking place every two years. The election cycle is staggered, ensuring that three council seats are up for election in one cycle, followed by four in the next.

 

 

On April 1, 2025 Vote for Catherine Lenhart
for Jenks City Council