(Michigan City, IN) - The new mayor of Michigan City has added a former mayor of the community to her administration.

 

Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch appointed Sheila Brillson Matias, the first woman to serve as Michigan City mayor after being elected in 1995, to the city’s Redevelopment Commission.

 

“The Redevelopment Commission plays a key role in projects and economic development. I'm excited to be able to tap into my experience to help Michigan City at this important time in our history,” Matias said.

 

She was previously elected mayor for two terms, and most recently served four years as a La Porte County Commissioner until last year, also serving on the city council before becoming mayor.

 

“I'm a big believer that in making development decisions, the city should be smart, selective, have expectations, and be future-focused when it comes to growth. I see this as an exciting opportunity to help our community."

 

The other two people added to the Michigan City Redevelopment Commission were Clarence Hulse, executive director of the Economic Development Corporation of Michigan City, and Bill Gertner, the assistant vice-president and commercial loan officer at Horizon Bank.