As Sgt. Joe Friday used to say: “Just the facts, ma’am!” This is what I’m writing about today: facts.  After reading past letters, I’ve decided it was time to add my two cents, and without negative campaigning.

The fact is: John Nixon has served Lima 16 years, with quality service, to not only the people in two different wards as their elected councilman, but also all of Lima, as council president, elected unanimously by council.

The fact is: John Nixon has attended lots of meetings, all kinds, and about many subjects over these same 16 years.

The fact is: As a retired Lima firefighter, I can say John Nixon has made a priority of keeping Lima’s police and fire Departments running for the protection of its residents.

The fact is: John Nixon has learned through these many years of experience how to work with City Council, Lima’s administration, Lima’s employees, plus the private sector in keeping Lima functioning through tough times.

The fact is: When John is able, he can be a pit bull and hang onto to his personal beliefs, but, when necessary, he is flexible and willing to compromise for the good of all. Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not get bent out of shape.

The fact is: There is a good reason International Association of Firefighters Local 334 is supporting John Nixon. It’s because he’s tried, tested and proved worthy to be council president, given the job he’s already done.

I leave you with my last fact: In a recent forum for City Council president, it was reported in The Lima News that John’s opponent said Lima City Council is being run well and he wouldn’t make any changes. I agree wholeheartedly.

Larry E. Inskeep - Retired
Chaplain - Lima Fire Department