Lawrence mayor's address: Growth, safety and health focus

Mayor of Lawrence Outlines Vision for City's Future

LAWRENCE, Ind. — Lawrence Mayor Deb Whitfield said progress has been made in her city when it comes to public safety and economic development. Mayor Whitfield delivered her annual State of the City address on Thursday. She noted a falling crime rate in the city, including a 34% decline in vehicle thefts and an 86% drop in criminal recklessness. “In the last year, homicides dropped by over 77 percent,” Whitfield told residents and city officials …

Lawrence mayor's address: Growth, safety and health focus

Lawrence, Indiana, gives 2026 State of the City address LAWRENCE, Ind. (WISH) — Lawrence Mayor Deb Whitfield on Thursday evening delivered this year’s State of the City address, outlining her vision for the city’s future. Her address focused on community growth, development, public safety and the Live Longer in Lawrence initiative. The initiative was designed to reduce barriers to health care for residents. The city also plans to emphasize arts …