The Hispanic Leadership Coalition of Northeast Indiana, Inc.(HLCNI) invited Matt Kelty, the Republican Party candidate for Mayor, to speak at their Grassroots Leadership Development Program (GLDP)2007 on June 18, 2007.

Kelty introduced himself to the audience in order for them to learn more about the candidate. Kelty was asked a variety of questions on his position on issues that impact the Hispanic community in Northeast Indiana. Issues such as the limited number of Hispancis involved in civic actitivities and political involvement, a task force to serve as a liasion between the Latino community and the City.