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Reference Notes
John Helin
TAB 5
Pleasant,
Intelligent,
Outgoing, and
Involved.
Strengths:
Leadership skills and military training.
Weaknesses: None identified.
William Ramsey – Retired Municipal Services Director, Leawood, KS 913-851-5174
Mr. Ramsey has known Mr. Helin for over 20 years. Mr. Helin was his superior in the Army.
They have not worked together in any municipality but have been colleagues. They have
consulted each other over issues and projects they had to tackle.
As a former Army Officer, Mr. Helin is highly ethical. He understands politics and the way
governments operate. He brings a wealth of knowledge and a passionate interest to city
government. He is a good manager and has vision. He delegates to his Department Heads and
holds them accountable but keeps involved in overseeing the details. During the process of
remodeling a primary fire station Mr. Helin was very receptive to the architect’s ideas but also
offered useful feedback and input to improve the design. He was realistic about how to live
within the budget limitations; so he watched each dollar. He kept the project on track.
Mr. Helin helped his municipality endure the economic downturn without ruining the City. He
was flexible with the budget and used funds creatively. He worked tirelessly to achieve success
for the City.
Mr. Helin respects his elected officials. He listens to their opinions and freely offers his own.
He is realistic and pragmatic. He includes others when making decisions or working to solve
problems. He is a logical person who demonstrates a good analytical sense.
Mr. Helin is a good, ethical person. He has developed into a fine City Administrator.
Words or phrases used to describe John Helin:
Highly ethical,
Congenial,
Logical,
Good analytics,
Good leader, and
Pragmatic.
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