RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Ohio -- While it is no secret that Mayor Kim Thomas is seeking re-election -- although she is running unopposed, her election yard signs dot the lawns of many Richmond Heights homes -- she issued this week a belated and lengthy statement of her candidacy, one that details her accomplishments over the past four years.

Seeking a second mayoral term, the onetime Ward 1 councilwoman said she is “excited to run for re-election."

“This journey is not just about holding a title,” she stated, “It’s about our shared commitment to shaping a brighter future for every resident of Richmond Heights. Over the past 3-1/2 years, my team and I have worked tirelessly, and we’re just getting started.

“Every achievement we’ve celebrated and every challenge we’ve faced has strengthened our

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