Democratic Town Committee
Groton, Massachusetts

Fitchburg's Mayor Lisa Wong Speaks to Groton Democrats

Democrats Engage the Next Generation of Political Leadership

Fitchburg's youthful Mayor Lisa Wong will deliver the keynote speech at the Groton Democratic Town Committee's annual "friend-raiser" on June 14, 2008. This annual potluck will be held from 12 noon - 4 p.m. at the Groton Senior Center, 163 West Main Street, Groton. This event is open to all those interested in hearing her speak, in learning about the Democratic Party, and discussing this year's exciting presidential race. Young voters and high school students who will soon be voters, are especially encouraged to come (no need to cook, there will be plenty of food including pizza.)

Groton Democratic Town Committee Chair Michelle Collette said, "Mayor Wong is an intelligent, energetic woman who represents the next generation of political leadership. Her education and experience in economic development combined with the fresh approach to existing problems that her youth gives her, is an inspiration to young and old alike."

From 2001-2006, Lisa worked for the Fitchburg Redevelopment Authority, including two and a half years as the agency's director. Last fall, at age 28, Lisa Wong was elected mayor of the City of Fitchburg with an overwhelming percentage of the vote. While Fitchburg faces many challenges, Lisa engaged voters with new ideas of the city's potential balanced with the experience to make them happen. Since being elected into office, Lisa has been working on financial stability. Lisa's ultimate vision for Fitchburg is to take this old-mill-town and make it new with affordable housing, job opportunity, skilled workforce and easily accessed outdoor recreation. Her leadership on protecting the Nashua River Watershed creates a very real link between Groton and Fitchburg.

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2008
Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Where: Groton Senior Center, 163 West Main Street, Groton, MA
Who: Fitchburg Mayor Lisa Wong (speaking at 1 p.m.), elected democratic officials and candidates, members of the Groton Democratic Town Committee and friends, family and other interested parties.