(La Porte, IN) - La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody is hosting what he calls a reelection rally this evening.

Dermody, a Republican, is seeking a second term in the November 7th election, challenged by Democratic candidate Ron Zimmer.

Leigh Morris, who was mayor from 2004 to 2007, said the current administration has accomplished a lot with Dermody playing a critical role with his leadership. He also called the team of department heads he’s assembled “unmatched at any time, I believe, in the history of La Porte.”

“So, the stars are aligned and I hope he will be returned with a strong endorsement from the voters,” said Morris, who, for more than 20 years, once served as president and chief executive officer of La Porte Hospital.

The public is invited to this evening’s rally at the Silver Place at 1719 State Street. The event is scheduled from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. with Dermody expected to speak to an anticipating house of supporters at 6:15 p.m.