Committed to Our Community.
Family Values
Lonnie and his wife Lea Ann have been married for 17 years. They have one daughter, Laney, who is now attending Oklahoma State University. They are active members of Victory Christian Center in Tulsa.
The great grandson of Italian immigrants, Lonnie learned at an early age the value of entrepreneurship, hard work, and the American Dream. Lonnie now operates a successful fire and safety business, serving clients across the nation.
Lonnie’s mother was a dedicated public school teacher, where she was an early pioneer for early childhood education in Oklahoma.
Proven Leadership
As a long-time advocate for positive change in Jenks, Tulsa and surrounding communities, Lonnie Sims has gained a wealth of experience at the state and local levels.
Lonnie is dedicated to his community, serving twelve years as President of his neighborhood association, six years as Planning Commissioner, eight years as City Councilman, two years as Mayor of Jenks, and six years as a State Representative.
Ready on Day One
Lonnie’s experience and service on top of regional authorities is also wide-ranging. This includes the Tulsa Vision Authority, Cities United, and the Arkansas River Task Force, which successfully developed the first river plan in over 60 years, paving the way for two future low-water dams (“water in the river”), along with Turkey Mountain Trail and Wilderness Area improvements. Lonnie currently serves on the Indian Nation Council of Governments (INCOG) Board of Directors, working to secure funding and grants for key infrastructure projects like the Gilcrease Expressway, as well as improving local economic development, healthcare, services for aging populations, and rural land use planning support.