On October 29, 2011, the candidates in the race for Mayor of Fort Wayne Indiana joined for a debate. Participating was incumbent Democrat Mayor Tom Henry, Republican challenger Paula Hughes and Independent challenger Haley Ahrendt.

The debate was organized by the Rev. Michael Latham and the Fort Wayne Urban League and concentrated on issues affecting the south side of Fort Wayne. Moderators were INC's John Davis and WANE-TV's Alyssa Ivanson.

In this segment, the candidates are introduced and structure of the debate explained.

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Paula Hughes delivers her opening statement.

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Haley Ahrendt delivers his opening statement.

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Mayor Tom Henry delivers his opening statement.

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Candidates are asked what their plan is to attract new businesses.

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Candidates are asked what they would do to revitalize the southeast side of Fort Wayne.

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Candidates are asked how they would fortify known hot spots for trouble with public safety forces.

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Candidates are asked how they would promote minorities and minority-owned businesses in Fort Wayne.

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Candidates are asked about renaming a street Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

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Candidates are asked to name a department they feel is failing to adequately provide citizens with service.

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Candidates are asked how they would work with neighborhood associations to strengthen the community.

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Paula Hughes delivers her closing statement.

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Haley Ahrendt delivers his closing statement.

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Mayor Tom Henry delivers his closing statement.

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