This year, Lewiston voters will recognize a trusted name running for mayor: Larry Gilbert.

Having led the city as mayor from 2007 to 2012 with integrity and enthusiasm, it is time to give Gilbert another tour of duty. As a Vietnam veteran, he can surely relate to a tour of duty.

His proven dedication to this community, serving 25 years with the Lewiston Police Department (five of those years as chief of police), is remarkable. By presidential appointment, Gilbert then served as the U.S. marshal for Maine for eight years.

I know him as a people person who knows and loves this community, and with the help of this community, will continue his outstanding service to the city.

He clearly has the experience and civic spirit for the job. I hope others will join me in marking ballots for Larry Gilbert as the next mayor of Lewiston.

Paul Robinson, Lewiston