Jefferson County Clerk David Yates is a proven leader, first in Louisville's Metro Council and then in Kentucky's State Senate.
He brought jobs, public safety, and countless other opportunities to Louisville.
He is of Jefferson County and for Jefferson County, and has never forgotten his South End roots.
A Proven Leader with Jefferson County Roots.
Leading Public Servants with Professionalism & Purpose
The Clerk’s Office works because of the people who show up every day to serve the public.
As Clerk, David is responsible for managing and supporting a large team of public servants across multiple departments and locations. He believes leadership means setting clear expectations, investing in staff, and fostering a culture of professionalism and respect.
David is committed to:
Supporting staff with training, resources, and modern tools
Creating a workplace culture rooted in service, accountability, and fairness
Ensuring residents receive consistent, courteous service at every office
Managing public resources responsibly and transparently
Strong public institutions depend on strong leadership—and David is focused on building an office that residents trust and employees are proud to serve in.
Defending Democracy
Starts Locally.
“Every eligible voter will have access to cast a ballot, and every legal vote will be counted.”
— Jefferson County Clerk, David Yates
As Jefferson County Clerk, David Yates runs elections with integrity, transparency, and respect for the Constitution. Because voters should decide elections, not politicians.
Managing a Constitutional Office That Serves Every Resident
The Jefferson County Clerk’s Office is a State Constitutional office with wide-ranging responsibilities defined by Kentucky law. As Clerk, David oversees multiple departments that touch nearly every stage of life: home ownership, business formation, vehicle registration, and public records, while managing the dedicated public servants who make this work possible.
David’s role is both operational and people-centered: ensuring services are accurate, accessible, efficient, and delivered with respect.