New leadership at the NLC
The National League of Cities (NLC) introduces their newly elected president and board members. The new appointments were introduced at NLC’s 2025 City Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The new president-elect is Kevin Kramer, Councilmember, Louisville, Kentucky,. He will serve a one-year term focused on growing local governments and their commitment to efficient services and connection to their residents.
“Local government is consistently the most trusted level of government in America. Representing the 19,000 cities, towns and villages across this country is a great responsibility and tremendous honor that I do not take lightly,” said National League of Cities President Kevin Kramer, Councilmember, Louisville, Kentucky. “Local leaders are ready to get the job done for their residents, and I am confident NLC will continue to advocate and protect the interests of every municipality. I am thrilled to work alongside the 2026-27 NLC Board of Directors to continue to reimagine how we build strong, resilient local communities.”
NLC members also elected its Board of Directors and appointed chairs for its Federal Advocacy Committees. These board members will serve a one-year term and all the elected officials are below.

