Kelley McNeal for Putnam County Trustee

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CPA • Lifelong Upper Cumberland resident • 23 years auditing county offices • Certified Government Financial Manager • Small business owner • Conservative with taxpayer dollars • Running for Putnam County Trustee

We want to sincerely thank the people of Putnam County for showing up and making your voices heard in this election. Par...
05/06/2026

We want to sincerely thank the people of Putnam County for showing up and making your voices heard in this election. Participating in local elections is so important, and we are grateful to be part of a community that cares and engages.

To everyone who supported this campaign — whether you voted for Kelley, volunteered your time, shared a post, or simply offered encouragement — thank you. This campaign was built by an incredible team and supported by so many who believed in Kelley and what she brings to the table. The results were not what we had hoped, but we ran a strong, positive campaign and gave it everything we had.

While this chapter comes to a close, we are incredibly thankful for the experience. Over the course of this campaign, we had the opportunity to meet so many people across Putnam County, hear your stories, and build meaningful connections. We heard from hundreds who believed in this campaign and were ready to place their trust in Kelley, and that support means more than we can put into words.

We also want to recognize the efforts of all the candidates who stepped forward to serve and congratulate the winner. Running for office is no small undertaking, and we respect the commitment it takes to be part of the process. Thank you again, Putnam County, for being part of this journey.

Join us this evening as we gather with friends, supporters, and our community to watch the results come in. It’s been an...
05/05/2026

Join us this evening as we gather with friends, supporters, and our community to watch the results come in. It’s been an incredible journey, and we’d love to spend this moment together.

📍 Cavin Haus
📅 Tonight
⏰ 6:00 PM

Stop by, say hello, and be part of a great night with Team Kelley.

We’re proud to share this endorsement from former Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton.His leadership and experience speak vol...
05/05/2026

We’re proud to share this endorsement from former Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton.

His leadership and experience speak volumes, and his support is a testament to the trust and confidence in Kelley McNeal’s ability to serve Putnam County well.

🗳️ Election Day is TODAY!! Vote Kelley McNeal for Putnam County Trustee

ENDORSEMENT: Trusted Leadership for Putnam County

“As the former Mayor of Cookeville, I know firsthand how critical it is to have rock-solid financial stewardship at the county level. Taxpayers deserve transparency, accountability, and disciplined management of every dollar.
That's exactly what Kelley McNeal will deliveras Trustee. As a CPA and Certified Government Financial Manager with over two decades auditing county governments across Tennessee—including deep experience with the Comptroller's office—she brings unmatched expertise and professionalism to the Putnam County Trustee role.

Kelley truly understands how local government operates and, more importantly, how to safeguard its financial integrity. I'm proud to endorse her—she's the experienced, proven leader we need.
Kelley McNeal: Experienced. Proven. The clear choice for Putnam County Trustee.”

— Ricky Shelton, Former Mayor of Cookeville

Over the past week, we’ve taken time to clearly outline what it takes to serve as Putnam County Trustee — and why experi...
05/04/2026

Over the past week, we’ve taken time to clearly outline what it takes to serve as Putnam County Trustee — and why experience in this role matters.

Managing taxpayer dollars isn’t simple. It requires a strong foundation in accounting, a deep understanding of government financial systems, and a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and accountability.

Kelley McNeal brings that experience. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), she has the training and professional standards needed to handle public funds the right way. She spent 23 years with the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office auditing county governments, gaining firsthand knowledge of how these offices operate — what works, what doesn’t, and how to do things correctly.

For the past 8 years, she has worked with the University of Tennessee’s County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS), helping train county officials across the state in financial systems, compliance, and best practices. She also teaches in the Certified County Finance Officers (CCFO) program, working directly with those responsible for managing county finances.

This is real, hands-on experience — not theory. It’s a career built around protecting taxpayer dollars and strengthening how local government operates.

🗳️ Election Day is May 5

This campaign has been built by an incredible group of people who believe in strong leadership, hard work, and doing thi...
05/03/2026

This campaign has been built by an incredible group of people who believe in strong leadership, hard work, and doing things the right way.

Each person on Team Kelley has given their time, energy, and support to help move this campaign forward — and we are so grateful for every single one of them.

Team Kelley is made up of people who care deeply about this community and believe in the experience and leadership Kelley brings to the table.

Thank you for standing with Kelley, for showing up, and for being part of this journey.

We couldn’t do it without you.




What does it take to protect your tax dollars?The Trustee’s office is responsible for safeguarding millions in public fu...
05/02/2026

What does it take to protect your tax dollars?

The Trustee’s office is responsible for safeguarding millions in public funds — and that requires a careful, experienced approach.

Kelley McNeal brings unmatched protection for taxpayer funds. As an auditor, her role has been to identify errors, prevent fraud, and ensure strict financial compliance. She approaches this responsibility with a watchdog mindset — focused on accountability, accuracy, and making sure every dollar is handled the right way.

📅 Election Day is May 5

Join us on Election Night as we watch the results come in! 🗳️We’re grateful for the incredible support throughout this c...
05/01/2026

Join us on Election Night as we watch the results come in! 🗳️

We’re grateful for the incredible support throughout this campaign and would love to spend the evening with friends, supporters, and our community.

📍 Cavin Haus - 453 E Broad St, Cookeville TN
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6pm

Let’s finish strong — and celebrate together!

What does it take to step into this role on day one?The Trustee’s office is too important for a long learning curve. It ...
05/01/2026

What does it take to step into this role on day one?

The Trustee’s office is too important for a long learning curve. It requires someone who already understands how the office operates and how to manage it effectively from the start.

Kelley McNeal brings that level of experience. Because of her extensive background working with Trustee offices across Tennessee, she won’t need months of on-the-job training — she can walk in on day one and immediately begin strengthening and optimizing the office.

📅 Election Day is May 5th

What does it take to manage your tax dollars?The Trustee’s office is essentially the county’s bank — responsible for han...
04/30/2026

What does it take to manage your tax dollars?

The Trustee’s office is essentially the county’s bank — responsible for handling, investing, and safeguarding millions of dollars every day.

Kelley is the ONLY candidate equipped to handle that responsibility. She possesses the verified experience and technical skills required to actively manage, invest, and safeguard the millions of taxpayer dollars flowing through the office daily.

This isn’t a role you learn as you go — it requires proven knowledge and real-world experience.

📅 Today is last day to early vote!
🗳️ Election Day is May 5

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