News Release

WARSAW — Republican incumbent Kim Cates is running again for the Kosciusko County Council.

The Syracuse woman announced her plans to run in 2022 in a written announcement.

Kim Cates

She is seeking the District 1 seat, which she currently represents, having been chosen by caucus in June to fill it following the resignation of Doug Heinisch.

Cates also served on the council from June 2017-December 2020 in an at-large seat, having been caucused in to replace Bob Sanders who passed away.

Cates lists her qualifications in her election statement.

She mentioned how she has served on various boards and committees of government and nonprofit organizations, including Kosciusko Cancer Care, the community foundation, Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber, a daycare, Rotary, Beaman Home and an international conservation organization.

She also served the Turkey Creek Township and was the fire territory board president six years.

She also served as a Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. (KEDCo) board member and attended meetings related to the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG), the US 30 Coalition and opioid crisis awareness.

Cates offered four reasons why she’s running for council.

• “I listen to all constituents and feel it is important to vote in the reflection of those I serve. I am blessed to work with people from all walks of life and from different political parties so I am thankful to hear many perspectives on our current issues.”
• “Love the challenge of being able to help solve problems and make a difference in our community.”
• “Was invited to serve again on the AIC State Legislative committee where we dissect the various bills proposed to see how they will affect the county’s economic and social impact. I had served on this committee four years while on the council in my prior term.”
• “Currently we have a council that brings diverse ideas and backgrounds to the table which means we are able to look at things from a variety of positions. We definitely need to keep our eyes on the budget and we need people willing to be involved and attend local, state, and federal budget meetings which affect our local income and economy.”

“I am a conservative proponent of limited government and do not support laws that would restrict or eliminate local government controls,” she added.

Here is a look at existing districts for the Kosciusko County Council.