The Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 820, is endorsing Chattanooga entrepreneur John L. Kerns for City Council in District 9.
“John Kerns has clearly demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the issues that are important to Chattanooga’s fire fighters,” CFFA President Jack Thompson said. “His commitment to the health and safety of our first responders, as well as his proven record of getting things done in private business makes him the clear choice in District 9.”
Secretary Treasurer Tim Bryant said, “Over the course of his campaign, John has reached out to Chattanooga’s fire fighters, asked smart questions, and shown a commitment to fair policies that are important to our professionals. John understands that the risks we take every day can affect our health, our families, and our financial future, and we are excited to encourage voters to select a new leader in District 9.”
In response, Mr. Kerns said, “One of our city’s most important responsibilities is to make sure that we take care of those who care for us in times of crisis, and I am humbled that Chattanooga’s fire fighters are supporting my campaign for City Council.”
Mr. Kerns, who resides in Highland Park with his wife Sara, chose Chattanooga in 2009 and founded Preferred Care at Home, which now has 80 employees and was a finalist for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year Award in 2015. He is on the board of directors of the Highland Park Neighborhood Association, a graduate of Leadership Chattanooga, and vice chairman of the board of directors for Welcome Home of Chattanooga.
Early voting begins on Wednesday, and runs through March 2. Election Day is March 7.