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Lima City Council adopts resolution honoring Councilor Carla Thompson; colleagues praise her community work
Summary
Council adopted Resolution 19‑25 expressing appreciation for Councilor Carla Thompson’s service; colleagues offered tributes to her leadership on rental registration, victim services and youth programs and Thompson responded with brief remarks.
On Dec. 23 the Lima City Council added and adopted Resolution 19‑25 on first reading to express appreciation for Councilor Carla Thompson for her years of service representing the Third Ward.
The resolution recounted Thompson’s election in 2018, her committee leadership (public works, economic and community development), and her role in advancing the rental housing unit registration and inspection program. Multiple councilors praised Thompson’s hands‑on community work — from mentoring young people and supporting victim services to volunteering in literacy and recreational programs — and described her as a persistent advocate for residents who has asked practical budget and policy questions in committee.
Thompson responded to the tributes, thanked council colleagues and community members, and said she will miss the position but intends to remain active in community work. Councilors presented personal remembrances and offered best wishes for her next chapter.
Why it matters: the resolution is a formal expression of appreciation and provides a public record of Thompson’s contributions to city policy and community programs. Councilors used the item to highlight the civic value of sustained local service.
Next steps: Resolution 19‑25 was adopted on first reading per council action; Carla Thompson leaves her council seat at the end of the term (noted in the resolution).
