Tim Lonergan

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Tim Lonergan

Nonpartisan

Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board District 7

Tenure

2025 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

0

Report an officeholder change

Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Nebraska, Omaha, 1990

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Coast Guard

Years of service

1980 - 2001

Personal

Birthplace

St. Joseph, Mo.

Religion

Roman Catholic

Profession

Business owner and president

Tim Lonergan is a member of the Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board in Nebraska, representing District 7. He assumed office on January 9, 2025. His current term ends on January 7, 2027.

Lonergan ran for election to the Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board to represent District 7 in Nebraska. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Lonergan completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Tim Lonergan was born in St. Joseph, Missouri. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1980 to 2001. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Nebraska, Omaha in 1990. His career experience includes working as a business owner and president.

Lonergan has been affiliated with the following organizations:

• Knights of Columbus
• St. Elizabeth Ann church
• Ancient Order of Hibernians
• Lawn care professionals
• Douglas county Republican Party

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Douglas County, Nebraska (2024)

General election

General election for Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board District 7

Tim Lonergan won election in the general election for Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board District 7 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tim Lonergan (Nonpartisan)	97.4	23,286
		Other/Write-in votes	2.6	631

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 23,917
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board District 7

Tim Lonergan advanced from the primary for Omaha Regional Metropolitan Transit Board District 7 on May 14, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tim Lonergan (Nonpartisan)	97.8	8,195
		Other/Write-in votes	2.2	188

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,383
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Lonergan in this election.

2020

See also: Municipal elections in Douglas County, Nebraska (2020)

General election

General election for Douglas County Board of Commissioners District 5

Maureen Boyle defeated Tim Lonergan in the general election for Douglas County Board of Commissioners District 5 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Maureen Boyle (D)	61.9	22,758
		Tim Lonergan (R)	37.8	13,897
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	126

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 36,781
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Douglas County Board of Commissioners District 5

Maureen Boyle defeated Michael Young, Joe DiCostanzo, and Josh Henningsen in the Democratic primary for Douglas County Board of Commissioners District 5 on May 12, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Maureen Boyle	50.5	5,328
		Michael Young	24.1	2,546
	Submit photo	Joe DiCostanzo	16.7	1,760
		Josh Henningsen	8.2	868
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	43

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 10,545
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Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Tim Lonergan advanced from the Republican primary for Douglas County Board of Commissioners District 5.

2010

See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2010

Lonergan lost in the November 2 general election to Bob Kirst.

Nebraska State Senate, District 10 General election (2010)
Candidates		Votes
Robert "Bob" Krist		3,884
Tim Lonergan		3,829

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Tim Lonergan completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lonergan's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a life long Omaha resident. I am a solo operator of Lonergan Lawns LLC, for last 20 years. I will bring a conservative business approach to the transit board. I believe the newly elected board has a duty to work with the current administration to have the best public transportation.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• On time service
• Employee safety
• Stay under budget and expand services.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public expenditures

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Metro provides public transportation at an affordable rate. Also, provides access to entertainment and employment.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My parents taught my faith, and core values.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

No

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

On the transit board I believe we must protect our employees . The safety is number one.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a hardworking business owner and have the ability to discuss issues with an open mind.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The transit board is a check and balance to the administration. The board will have the authority to make recommendations to the CEO and a financial responsibility to have oversight in spending.

What legacy would you like to leave?

On the transit board I would like to leave it better before I got elected.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Bobby Kennedy assassination 1968. 7 years

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Groceries clerk one year, at Dundee Village food market. Then to US Coast Guard Bootcamp.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Any historical book, I like history.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

The invisible man

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Mercy Me, you can only imagine.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I am a blessed person. I don’t have to many struggles.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

No, the board will be responsible for public transportation.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, you do need the ability to read and understand budgets, bidding process and labor negotiations.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I have work with 500 million dollar budgets and have worked with other elected board members in the past.

Tell us your favorite joke.

I like any good joke. Not enough space to write all the jokes I like.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Current board member , Julia Plucker.

Douglas County Republican Party.
Keith Yates community activist.

Aimee Melton, omaha city council

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The transit board is a public institution therefore, the freedom of information act applies. Minutes are made public monthly.

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2020

Tim Lonergan did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

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