 Conceived by series creators Michael Schur and Greg Daniels , Ron has been a central character since the pilot episode of Parks and Recreation . Offerman had some input into the character 's creation , and some aspects of Ron 's personality were inspired by the actor , like his affinity for woodworking and 16 @-@ year @-@ old Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch . The traits of the character were also partially inspired by a real @-@ life Libertarian elected official in Burbank , California . 
