The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that newly-elected Fayette County Judge Executive Mary Diana McCord Hanna will appoint Blevins’ successor. Both Blevins and Hanna are Democrats.
Blevins was appointed in 2009 to take over the unexpired term of his father, Don Blevins Sr. Prior to becoming the clerk, Blevins served on the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council. He defeated Republican challenger Brystin Denguessi Kwin on Nov. 8, receiving 67 percent of the vote. It was the first time since 2009 Blevins had faced a challenger in the general election.
In his resignation letter Blevins said:
“My personal life has seen significant change in the last year and will require my time and energy going forward such that I cannot give the county clerk role what it requires.”
Blevins said he will remain in the position until late January, which will give Hanna time to appoint a successor.
The office of the Fayette County Clerk provides motor vehicle titling and registration, voter registration and elections, and houses permanent records such as deeds, mortgages, and marriage licenses. The office collects over $90 million in taxes and fees each year and has 75 employees. Citizens interested in being considered for the position of county clerk must be at least 21 years old, residents of Kentucky for two years, and residents of Fayette County for one year in addition to possessing applicable skills and experience.