For Immediate Release
Fighting for a Clarksville folks can afford that works for working people
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 15, 2026) — Charles “Chas” Uffelman today launched his campaign for Clarksville City Council in Ward 6, centered on a simple argument: as Clarksville grows, it has to grow smart and with opportunities for the people who already call it home.
“Clarksville is growing like a weed, and we’re getting squeezed. Working folks don’t have the same opportunities they used to. We deserve better. We deserve a city we can afford that works for working people., ” stated Uffelman.
Uffelman, known as Chas, is running on a platform aimed at lowering housing costs for working families, building a thriving and family friendly downtown, and designing safer, more walkable neighborhoods with corner stores and local parks while easing traffic congestion.
“I’m running for City Council to fight for a better future for all of us,” Uffelman said. “I’ve spent my career standing up for our public schools, our voting rights, our firefighters, and for working people. We know Clarksville will continue to grow. The question is, are working folks’ lives and opportunities growing with it?”
Chas has recently served as Chair of the Montgomery County Democratic Party and has held numerous professional roles with the Tennessee Democratic Party. He brings campaign experience at the local, state, and federal levels as an organizer. Uffelman grew up on a farm in southern Montgomery County, graduated from the University of Memphis, is a member of Leadership Clarksville’s Class of 2026, attends Madison Street United Methodist Church, and lives downtown with his Australian Shepherd, Ozzie.
Voters can learn more at ChasforClarksville.com or attend the Charles Uffelman Launch Party at Wicked Good Sandwiches on Tuesday January 27th from 6:00-8:00 PM. RSVP at this link.