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 As you know, the City of Lincoln will be
electing a new Mayor on February 28th. It is arguably the most
important election in years. In fact, it may determine, to a great
extent, the future of this town. We feel the election of Wanda Lee
Rohlfs as Mayor will be a giant step in the right direction.
In the fifteen years we have lived in Lincoln, we have seen many
changes - not all positive. Recent newspaper articles have cited
some of these problems. The fact that we have four mayoral
candidates reinforces the perceived need for change.
We became acquainted with Wanda Lee Rohlfs shortly after moving to
Lincoln. Before and since we have known Wanda Lee, she has worked
tirelessly for the benefit of Lincoln, beginning with her career as
a counselor at LCHS for many years, serving as an Alderwoman for
four years, and serving as Director of Main Street for seven years.
She has attended virtually every City Council meeting for years.
Also, she has written many letters to the editor regarding issues
pertaining to this city.
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Today, Wanda Lee recognizes a need for change in Lincoln. That is
why she is running for Mayor. Since a City Administrator was hired
several years ago, the role of the City Council has been reduced.
Previously, they were more “hands-on,” familiarizing themselves with
issues through committees. They were then better equipped to make
informed decisions, and to vote accordingly. Today, it appears most
council members vote as Mr. Johnson, the City Administrator,
recommends, with very little discussion. Good decisions are
essential in these troubled economic times. This issue was aired at
the recent Mayoral Forum at Lincoln College, where Wanda Lee
suggested that going back to the committee format would be
advisable. She was the only mayoral candidate to express that view.
We believe that Wanda Lee is the change Lincoln desperately needs at
this time. She is ready, willing, and able to accept the challenge
of Mayor. She can “hit the ground running,” without the necessity of
on-the-job training. Rest assured, she will give this part-time job
a full-time commitment. In short, we are lucky to have her as a
mayoral choice. Please take the time to vote on February 28th.
Carolyn and Jim Reynolds
Lincoln, IL
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