I know, it doesn’t make sense. In fairness, it is local government for a tiny Indiana town, so....
You have to watch the show...he revels in doing nothing and helping nobody and when he smiles, which is rare, it’s usually when government fails.
I discovered the show by accident and Ron is the star of that show because he’s surrounded by liberals and always comes out on top.
His only weakness is women named Tammy. (An addiction I myself am recovering from)