This July we’ll be having an election for the open seats on the 2026/2027 Cherokee Triangle Association Board of Trustees. We had great interest and several applicants this year and are excited to announce the candidates to you! Additionally, we wanted to share the election process with each of you, now, so that you’ll be informed on how to cast your vote in a few short weeks.

We currently have five open seats on the Board and six very qualified candidates. All of them reside in the Cherokee Triangle and are paid members of the Association.

In mid-July, members will receive an email with voting instructions and link to cast your ballot digitally.

To be eligible to vote, you must have an active member status (dues are current or Lifetime status) of The Cherokee Triangle Association. Only one person per “household membership” is to cast a vote. Please do not vote more than once per home address.

If you have any questions or concern with your membership status, contact info, or any other general inquiries, please email us prior to the election. 

 

Meet the Candidates:

Leonard “Nappi” Napolitano – Nappi has been part of the Triangle for as long as he can remember and is proud to be a lifelong member of the association. After serving on the Board this past year, he is seeking reelection to continue helping keep our neighborhood one of Louisville’s true gems. If reelected, Nappi will focus on:

• Keeping the Triangle a safe, vibrant place to live, work, and gather
• Encouraging reinvestment that strengthens livability and protects property values
• Supporting practical infrastructure improvements—from safer streets to more walkable sidewalks

When he’s not advocating for the Triangle, Nappi can be found serving the community through organizations such as Centre College, the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team, Team Rubicon, and a variety of local charities. He has also spent years caring for two historic properties, which has taught him that preserving what makes a place special and preparing it for the future can, and should, go hand in hand.

“Let’s keep the Triangle historic where it matters, progressive where it counts, and always a great place to call home.” Oh, and if you are see him on his terrace, stop by to taste one of his 250+ bourbons he’s been collecting since his days in the US Army.

Tracey Montgomery – I joined the CTA Association in 2023. Since that time I have volunteered at many events, supporting everything from the Art Fair & Fall Festival to helping at our annual potluck & cocktail parties.

Over the last 20+ years, I’ve held several leadership roles including serving as PTO Vice President & leading various Community Outreach & Fundraising committees. I’ve also volunteered with the Kentucky Derby Festival, and the PGA Tour. 

As a Trustee, I would be a dedicated advocate for our community’s continued success. Beyond maintaining a consistent presence at meetings & events, I am particularly interested in focusing on:

• Membership Growth: Currently, non-member residents represent the majority of our neighborhood. Increasing our membership will grant us greater leverage with local government, foster a safer & more connected community, and expand our resource pool for sponsored events, and association goals/initiatives.
• Art Fair: Building on my current involvement, I am eager to contribute more to the success of this signature event. 

Elizabeth Zimmerman – When I returned to Louisville eight years ago – I grew up here and then moved away for over twenty years for college, jobs, and adventure – I knew without a doubt I wanted to live in the Cherokee Triangle. The vibrancy, history, accessibility, and beauty of the community drew me to it, and I wanted to raise my children in it.

Since settling in on Longest, I have been involved in volunteering for the Art Fair (plant booth is a family favorite), mom’s gatherings, and building the communications and community among the families on Ridgeway.

To the trustee position, I will bring the experience and perspective I have gained through my nonprofit career and board service; in both of these, I have pursued my particular interests in diversity, partnership, and engagement initiatives.

As a trustee, I would like to focus especially on:

• Increasing the engagement of a diversity of members
• Partnerships with other neighborhoods
• Ensuring the long-term viability, safety, and livability of the Cherokee Triangle. 

Kristen Stafford – I am honored to seek election to the Cherokee Triangle Board of Trustees because I deeply value the character and legacy of this neighborhood.

As a native New Yorker, I grew up surrounded by historic architecture and vibrant city neighborhoods, which sparked a lifelong appreciation for thoughtful design, preservation, and community identity. Those same qualities drew my family and me to Cherokee Triangle when we relocated to Louisville.

Although I am relatively new to Louisville and the Cherokee Triangle area, I am fully invested in our neighborhood’s future. My husband and I chose this community intentionally, and as parents of a three‑year‑old daughter, we are committed to preserving the integrity, safety, and charm of the neighborhood she will grow up in.

I bring a fresh perspective, a deep respect for architectural heritage, and a collaborative mindset. I believe strong neighborhoods thrive when residents are engaged, voices are heard, and traditions are protected while planning responsibly for the future.

Louis J. Senn – I was born and raised in Louisville and have owned my home on Cherokee Road since September 2021. I value deeply the community in Cherokee Triangle, where I feel more connected to my neighbors than anywhere I’ve lived before.

The neighborhood’s walkability, friendliness, and genuine care among residents make it truly special. Preserving this spirit of neighborliness is a top priority for me. 

At the same time, I am concerned about emerging safety issues, particularly increased speeding and racing, and I would support any efforts that the Association and its residents are able to take to address them.

I am also passionate about maintaining the neighborhood’s historic tree canopy, especially as many of these oak trees near the end of their lifespans and would advocate for initiatives that help residents preserve and renew this defining feature of our streets. 

Lynne H Lyndrup – I have lived in the Triangle since 1995 when we purchased our home on Bassett Avenue. After 24 years, we purchased a unit in 1400 Willow.

I have served on the CTA Board of Trustees for six years, 2002–2008 (president twice and secretary once) and served a second three-year term from 2009–2012; was the office manager of the CTA for eight years; was editor of the CTA Newsletter for 11 years. 

I was chair of the Art Fair Association Booth for 23 years and now work the Art Fair by directing traffic on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. I have also served on the Bardstown Road Overlay District. 

I would work for our many dangerous sidewalks to be repaired, and grates regularly cleared of debris. I am also interested in working with other Highland neighborhood associations.