In the 2012 primary election, Republican voters chose Rick Flohr over Tony London by a 58% to 42% margin as a Bartholomew County commissioner.
But while celebrating his victory eight years ago, Flohr predicted voters had not seen the last of London.
Eight years later, he was proven right. London defeated two primary opponents in June, and ran unopposed last month to succeed Flohr. On Jan. 1, he will become the new county commissioner representing District 3 that includes Jackson, Wayne, Ohio, Sandcreek and Rockcreek townships.
So what advice would the outgoing commissioner give London as he becomes one of the chief executives of Bartholomew County government?
“I don’t think Tony needs any advice from me,” Flohr said. “His college major was political science. Tony is also very well spoken, so I think he has all the tools he needs to do very well in this job.”
When asked what he thinks of Flohr, London made it clear the respect was mutual.
“While I told Rick in 2012 that I don’t like losing, I also said it makes me feel better to know that I lost to him,” London said. “I’ve known Rick’s family for a long time, and I knew the job would be in good hands. Rick has done a fabulous job and has been a wonderful commissioner.”
For more on this story, see Tuesday’s Republic.
