Mayor Whitfield Appoints New Chief of Staff

Mayor Whitfield Appoints Former Kokomo Mayor Greg Goodnight as Chief of Staff for City of Lawrence

Lawrence, IN – Today, Mayor Deb Whitfield announced the appointment of former Kokomo Mayor Greg Goodnight as the new Chief of Staff for the City of Lawrence. Goodnight, who served as Kokomo’s mayor from 2008 to 2019 and on the Kokomo Common Council from 2001-2007, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of local government to his new role.

Since leaving office, Goodnight has worked as a consultant and advisor to local governments across Indiana. He also served as president of the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) from 2016 to 2017, where he supported and represented mayors and municipal leaders statewide.

Mayor Whitfield expressed enthusiasm about Goodnight’s appointment, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Greg to the City of Lawrence. His extensive experience in local government, his leadership as a former mayor, and his knowledge of municipal operations will be invaluable as we continue to move Lawrence forward. I look forward to working closely with Greg as we tackle the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead."

Goodnight shared his excitement about the new role, saying, "I’ve had the opportunity to talk with several mayors across Indiana, and that made me even more excited to take on this new opportunity. It’s an honor to help Mayor Whitfield carry out her vision for the City of Lawrence."

For more information about the City of Lawrence and its leadership team, please visit https://www.cityoflawrence.org/mayor.

About the City of Lawrence

The City of Lawrence is located on the northeast side of Indianapolis and is one of the fastest-growing communities in Central Indiana. Known for its strong community values, excellent schools, and thriving business environment, Lawrence continues to invest in its infrastructure, parks, and public services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.