Business owner and lifelong Homewood resident Chris Lane has announced his candidacy for the Ward 3 seat on the Homewood City Council.
Lane, who previously ran for mayor in 2020, said his decision to seek public office again comes after “a lot of thought and conversation” about the direction of the city and the role of local leadership.
“Homewood is a city full of good people who want the same thing — a community that works, leadership they can trust, and a future that feels steady,” Lane said in his announcement. “But over the past few years, that trust has been tested. Too often, important decisions are made behind closed doors — and by the time citizens realize they should care, it’s already too late.”
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In his 2020 campaign for mayor, Lane focused on improving transparency and public access to city decision-making. Those issues remain relevant in 2025.
“Five years later, we still have work to do,” he said.
Under Homewood’s new form of government, which shifted to a city manager model following a 2022 referendum, Lane believes he can serve effectively in the council role.
“In our new form of government, I know I can be focused, effective, and fully committed in that role — bringing the same business experience, attention to detail, and straight talk that I’ve always stood for,” he said. “And I’ll work with every member of the council — regardless of background or opinion — to make sure our priorities stay grounded in what’s best for the people who live here.”
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Lane intends to focus on protecting core parts of the community, including local businesses, neighborhoods, and schools.
“This isn’t about politics. It’s about accountability,” he added. “It’s about restoring the kind of leadership that listens, respects the process, and keeps the public informed every step of the way.”
The Homewood native emphasized his deep roots in the city and a desire for pragmatic leadership.
“This city doesn’t need more posturing. It needs practical leadership. The kind that reads every line, asks tough questions, and makes decisions in the open. I’m not promising perfection. But I am promising this: I’ll tell you the truth. I’ll keep my word. I’ll bring clarity, consistency, and a steady voice to the council — and I’ll always remember who I’m there to represent.”
The Homewood municipal election is scheduled for August 26, 2026.
Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
