Clarksville Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
David J.
Rieder
David J. Rieder, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Clarksville in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Matt Bewley, Barbara Blackard and Bob Senter.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Matt Bewley
- 02Barbara Blackard
- 03David J. RiederYou’re reading
- 04Bob Senter
Background
- About
- Mayor of Clarksville, seeking re-election against three challengers.
On the record: David J. Rieder
4 sourced01Data center bonds1 sourced position
as reported by 5NEWS
At the September 2026 hearing on the referendum petitions, argued that the financial incentives in the data center agreements are important to the project.
Own statement5NEWS · Sep 28, 2026Link
02Jobs and economy1 sourced position
as reported by The Johnson County Graphic
Told the council the data center will bring long-term economic gains, including jobs, infrastructure and revenue for schools, the county, the hospital and city services.
Own statementThe Johnson County Graphic · Aug 25, 2026Link
03Infrastructure1 sourced position
as reported by The Johnson County Graphic
Described the data center project as an opportunity to expand infrastructure that can support future growth.
We can’t turn on another light unless we get some investment.”
Own statementThe Johnson County Graphic · Jul 21, 2026Link
04Bond referendum1 sourced position
as reported by 5NEWS
Said the council was required to send the referendum petitions to a vote once they met the legal requirements.
There was a valid petition, and it must go forward and it will go forward,”
Own statement5NEWS · Sep 28, 2026Link
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