(West Lafayette, IN) - La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody returned to his alma mater to deliver a lecture earlier this week.

On Tuesday down in West Lafayette, Purdue University hosted what they call Road School, which is a conference for public roadway issues. Thousands of industry professionals, elected officials, and government agencies gather each year to discuss best practices.

Dermody’s presentation focused on how new and creative resources can meet the needs of a community despite budgetary constraints.

Joining Dermody were Street Department Superintendent Mike Fraze, Street Department Director Jeff Batchelor, and Baker Tilly Director Andrew Mouser.