Lexington Urban County Council At-Large · Nov 3, 2026

William Tate Ohmer

Candidate for Urban County Council At-Large

27 candidates · 15 seats6 sourced positions

William Tate Ohmer is running for Lexington Urban County Council At-Large in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 3 seats.

Voter registration deadline · Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Today

He is a third-generation restoration and preservation contractor in his family business. He serves on the Northside Neighborhood Association board.

Where William Tate Ohmer stands: positions on the record

Data centers2 sourced positions

Did not say he opposes all hyperscale data centers; said property owners should generally be able to make lawful use of their property.
“As a general principle, I believe private property owners should be able to make lawful use of their property”
Own statementLexington Herald-Leader
as reported by the Lexington Herald-Leader; not a direct quote
Said infrastructure and energy costs from data centers should be paid by private companies, not Lexington families.
Forum answerLexington Herald-Leader

Housing2 sourced positions

Says reforms to zoning and construction laws could produce the first $250,000 home built in Lexington since 2024.
“It is my firm belief that with reasonable reforms to our outdated zoning and construction laws, we can build the first $250,000 home in Lexington since 2024.”
Own statementCivicLex Vote Local Lexington
Says housing costs must be addressed by building supply rather than subsidizing demand.
“This is a problem that cannot be solved by subsidizing demand but must be addressed through building supply.”
Own statementTate Ohmer campaign site

Traffic safety1 sourced position

Proposes slowing speeders by reducing sightlines, such as planting trees along roads and improving walkability, rather than speed bumps or more stop signs.
“Through something as simple as planting trees along roads or improving walkability, we can reduce traffic, slow speeders, and create a more charming and accessible community.”
Own statementTate Ohmer campaign site

Budget and taxes1 sourced position

Says he would reduce bureaucracy and cut waste to avoid tax increases.
“I am committed to reducing bureaucracy and cutting waste to ensure that we use our tax dollars to invest in our community without having to increase taxes for working people and retirees who are already living paycheck-to-paycheck.”
Own statementTate Ohmer campaign site

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