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<h2>Mayor Deborah Whitfield has been tested. She has delivered. And she is ready to keep leading Lawrence forward.</h2><span class="image image-framed image-left image-tilt-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/d3f4fa1d-850e-4e1b-8591-a91e30b6c042/965323f9-48f6-4e01-9cc4-91cd2ae5d44c/965323f9-48f6-4e01-9cc4-91cd2ae5d44c.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=117%2C71%2C766%2C592&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Deborah Whitfield has called Lawrence home for nearly 30 years. She and her late husband raised their children in Lawrence Township Schools, built their lives here, and became part of the community she now has the honor of serving as mayor.</h4><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Before entering public office, Deborah spent her career at Community Health Network, first as a respiratory therapist and later as Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her work focused on expanding care, improving access, and serving diverse communities across Marion County. That experience shaped her belief that leadership should be practical, compassionate, and focused on results, especially for people and neighborhoods too often left out of major decisions.</p><p>Deborah was inspired to run for local office because she believed Lawrence needed leadership that listened, included every neighborhood, and took public service seriously. She was elected to the Lawrence Common Council At-Large in 2019, where she served as Chair of the Public Safety Committee and focused on safer neighborhoods, responsible city services, and stronger community partnerships.</p><p>As mayor, Deborah has turned that commitment into action. Under her leadership, Lawrence has made progress on the issues that affect everyday life: public safety, roads, parks, utilities, housing, health, economic development, and city services. Her administration has launched new health and wellness initiatives, strengthened partnerships, supported neighborhood investment, expanded community engagement, and worked to make city government more responsive and accountable to the people it serves. The State of the City materials highlight her administration’s work around Live Longer in Lawrence, public safety, infrastructure improvements, parks upgrades, economic development, and healthier neighborhoods.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Deborah also continues to serve beyond City Hall. She is a board member of the Boys &amp; Girls Club of Greater Indianapolis, a former member of the Fort Benjamin Harrison YMCA, and a member of The Links, Inc. Her service reflects a lifelong commitment to young people, families, public health, equity, and stronger communities.</p><p>Mayor Deborah Whitfield has been tested. She has delivered. And she is ready to keep leading Lawrence forward.</p>

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<p>When Deborah Whitfield ran for mayor, she made a clear promise to the people of Lawrence: city government would <strong>focus on the work that matters most to families, neighborhoods, taxpayers, and the future of the community.</strong></p><p>As mayor, Deborah has led with purpose and followed through with action. Her administration has moved Lawrence forward by <strong>investing in safer neighborhoods, healthier families, stronger infrastructure, better city services, expanded parks and trails, responsible budgeting, and new economic momentum.</strong></p><p>This progress did not happen by accident. It took leadership, persistence, partnerships, and a willingness to take on problems that had been ignored for too long. From public safety and roads to housing, health, parks, utilities, and neighborhood engagement, <strong>Mayor Whitfield has helped turn a bold vision for Lawrence into real results residents can see and feel.</strong></p><p>The work is not finished. But Lawrence is moving. The momentum is real. <strong>And Deborah Whitfield is ready to keep leading the city forward.</strong></p>

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<small><p>Lawrence Mayor Deb Whitfield discussed the city’s progress and future at her third&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vO5ovnN6ag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">State of the City Address</a>&nbsp;on April 16.</p><p>She provided updates on public safety, infrastructure and city growth. She also shared how&nbsp;<a href="https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/04/15/indiana-senate-sends-finalized-local-property-income-tax-plan-to-governor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Senate Bill 1</a>, the controversial property tax bill passed last year, will affect the city’s finances.</p><p>Here is some of what Whitfield discussed with Lawrence residents.</p><h4><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);">Lawrence is “in a strong and stable fiscal position”</span></h4></small>

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<p>Lawrence Mayor Deb Whitfield discussed the city’s progress and future at her third&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vO5ovnN6ag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">State of the City Address</a>&nbsp;on April 16.</p><p>She provided updates on public safety, infrastructure and city growth. She also shared how&nbsp;<a href="https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/04/15/indiana-senate-sends-finalized-local-property-income-tax-plan-to-governor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Senate Bill 1</a>, the controversial property tax bill passed last year, will affect the city’s finances.</p><p>Here is some of what Whitfield discussed with Lawrence residents.</p>

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<h4>MirrorIndy: Lawrence mayor talks public safety, city finances and health initiatives</h4>

<p>A program initiated by Mayor Deb Whitfield in her first year in office, the City of Lawrence will welcome families to their annual&nbsp;<strong>Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway&nbsp;</strong>on&nbsp;<strong>Sunday, July 19<sup>th</sup>, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;</strong>at&nbsp;<strong>Lawrence Community Park, 5301 N. Franklin Road.</strong></p><p>The free community event is open to&nbsp;<strong>all students and their families&nbsp;</strong>and will feature free backpacks filled with school supplies and hygiene essentials. In addition, free hot dogs and chips will be offered, as well as face painting. Opportunities to connect with community organizations before the new school year begins will be afforded.</p><p>Approximately&nbsp;<strong>400 backpacks&nbsp;</strong>will be distributed on a&nbsp;<strong>first-come, first-served basis&nbsp;</strong>while supplies last.</p>

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<p>Deborah Whitfield<strong>&nbsp;</strong>wants Lawrence to have a seat at the table.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);">Why it matters:&nbsp;</strong></span>The city of 49,000 is known as an extension of Indy's northeast side with crime challenges and poor sidewalks. But Whitfield wants to revamp its reputation into an inviting destination with a state park and unique neighborhoods.</p><p>"There are things that we have in Lawrence that we can build upon," she said. "So I think the hindrance is learning how I can do that. It's not going to happen overnight."</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);">Driving the news:&nbsp;</strong></span>Whitfield, a Lawrence resident since 1995,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2023/11/09/lawrence-mayor-election-historic-trend">was elected mayor</a>&nbsp;in November, becoming the first Black mayor in Marion County, where nearly one-third of residents are Black.</p>

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<p>Lawrence will continue its efforts to improve the health of residents with a new health ambassador program.&nbsp;</p><p>Mayor Deb Whitfield announced the&nbsp;<a href="https://mirrorindy.org/lawrence-mayor-deb-whitfield-health-outcomes-equity-state-city-address/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Live Longer in Lawrence initiative</a>&nbsp;last year at Lawrence’s State of the City address.&nbsp;</p><p>To help with the initiative, Whitfield announced this month the city received funding for a new program that will create community health ambassadors for each of the city’s&nbsp;<a href="https://visitlawrenceindiana.com/live/neighborhoods/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">eight neighborhoods</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Whitfield said the ambassadors will act as health advocates for the community.</p>

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<p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);">MAYOR WHITFIELD, CITY OF LAWRENCE NAMED AMONG NATION’S TOP 12 AFRICAN AMERICAN CITIES TO WATCH</span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text);">&nbsp;</span><br>Mayor Deb Whitfield and the City of Lawrence have been selected by the Community Data Health Initiative (CDHI) as one of the 2026 Top 12 African American Mayors Association (AAMA) Cities to Watch, a national recognition honoring cities that are advancing environmental health, public health, and equity through innovative leadership and measurable action.<br>&nbsp;<br>In notifying the City of its selection, CDHI praised Lawrence for its “outstanding leadership and commitment to advancing environmental outcomes in communities across the country.”</p>

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<p>The Lawrence Clean Team held its inaugural meeting today at the Government Center!<br>The team is made up of community leaders, residents, and City staff. They will help advance environmental initiatives and support Lawrence's new designation as an Indiana Clean Community.&nbsp;</p><p>Today, members received updates on the City's urban forest, brownfields redevelopment efforts, and future community garden plans before gathering for a photo with the City's new Clean Community signage.</p><p>Thank you to everyone serving on the Lawrence Clean Team!</p>

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<p><em>Still Time. Still Delivering.</em></p><p>Standing on a record of measurable accomplishments and a vision for Lawrence’s future, Mayor Deb Whitfield today announced her campaign for re-election, inviting residents to continue building on the momentum that has transformed the city over the past four years.</p><p>Whitfield’s campaign will be guided by the theme “Still Time. Still Delivering.” – a message that reflects both the progress already achieved and her commitment to continuing the work of making Lawrence one of Indiana’s premier places to live, work, and raise a family.</p>

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<p>For the past two years, the City of Lawrence has partnered with the Indiana American Legion to help local veterans access the benefits they have earned through military service.</p><p>As the home of the former Fort Benjamin Harrison Army base, Lawrence has a larger-than-average veteran population. Recognizing that need, Indiana American Legion Adjutant Chad Woodburn approached City of Lawrence Mayor Deb Whitfield about hosting a Department Service Officer for the American Legion at the Lawrence Government Center. Mayor Whitfield, whose late husband was a career Army officer who trained at Fort Benjamin Harrison, immediately embraced the opportunity.</p>

<h4>CITY OF LAWRENCE EXPANDS SUPPORT FOR VETERANS WITH DEDICATED SERVICE OFFICE</h4>

<p>Mayor Whitfield has made public health and neighborhood well-being a central part of her leadership. Through the Live Longer in Lawrence&nbsp;<em>(link to information?)&nbsp;</em>initiative, the city has focused on improving health outcomes, expanding access to resources, and helping residents connect with services that support longer, healthier lives.&nbsp;</p><p>As part of that commitment, Mayor Whitfield appointed the city’s first&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ecommunity.com/about/leadership/john-kunzer-md">Chief Medical Officer</a>, a pro-bono role created to help guide Lawrence’s public health strategy, strengthen partnerships, and bring medical expertise directly into city leadership. It was a bold and practical step that reflects her belief that local government has a responsibility to address the conditions that shape people’s health, from access to care and healthy food to safe neighborhoods, active living, and community support.&nbsp;</p><p>The initiative has included health screenings, fitness opportunities, youth activities, community events, partnerships with local organizations, mental health resources, food access efforts, and neighborhood-based outreach. It reflects Mayor Whitfield’s belief that a stronger Lawrence starts with healthier people, safer neighborhoods, and a city that invests in the everyday well-being of its residents.</p>

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<p>Lawrence's eight officially recognized neighborhoods—Oaklandon, Fort Ben, Indian Lake, Lanesville, The Pike, Sunnyside, Geist’s Edge, and The Ridge—are now proudly represented with new banners at Lawrence Civic Plaza and the Fort Ben Cultural Campus.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Watch as Mayor Deb Whitfield unveils the banners and celebrates the neighborhoods that make Lawrence such a special place to call home.</p><p>VIDEO!</p>

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<p>Do you want to help make Lawrence a healthier place to live?</p><p>We're looking for volunteers to serve as Live Longer in Lawrence Ambassadors and help bring health and wellness programs to neighborhoods across our city.</p><p>During the 5 month program, ambassadors will work with residents, share resources, promote healthy living, and help strengthen community connections in Lawrence's eight neighborhoods.</p><p><br></p>

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<p>LAWRENCE, Indiana — The&nbsp;<a href="http://wthr.com/local" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City of Lawrence</a>&nbsp;is touting progress in public safety and development, while acknowledging growing financial pressure tied to state policy changes.</p><p>During her annual State of the City address Thursday, April 16, Mayor Deb Whitfield highlighted declining crime, new investments and long-term planning. She also warned that changes tied to Senate Bill 1 are forcing difficult budget decisions.</p>

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