Ranson's Ken Suits Wins Mayoral Race, Addresses Police Staffing Issues
Suits clinches sweeping victory in Ranson Mayor's race, defeating Tommy Custer
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Ken Suits achieved a decisive victory in Ranson’s mayoral race, defeating fellow council member Tommy Custer by 224 votes to 70. Suits emphasized the need to tackle the police department’s staffing crisis, revealing that only 12 of 18 officer positions are currently filled. Issues concerning police pension benefits and communication under Chief Robbie Roberts were highlighted as contributing factors to recent officer departures. In other Ranson council elections, newcomer Stephanie Fagan won the at-large seat by a narrow margin, while Jaden Bound secured the Ward 3 seat. This election marks a significant step in Ranson's governance and responsiveness to local concerns, as reported by The Spirit of Jefferson.
