In the face of what most people would acknowledge are some of the most challenging times Woonsocket has faced,  City Council President Leo T. Fontaine has launched his bid to become the next Mayor of Woonsocket.  Born and raised in the city, Fontaine has served on the City Council for the last 16 years,  most of those chosen by his colleagues as President of the Council. 

Over the years, Fontaine has led the efforts in several  areas  such as various  economic development and cost savings initiatives.  He has been a leader on budgetary matters identifying and implementing  hundreds of thousands of dollars in savings and eliminating areas of wasteful spending within city government.  Fontaine has built upon relationships with state and federal officials playing a pivotal roll in obtaining various funding and project approvals for the city.

Though always striving to work cooperatively,  Fontaine has never backed off of a challenge and has become one of the strongest watchdogs for the taxpayers fighting for transparency in city government.  Fontaine has worked cooperatively with the administration over the years to maintain a stable tax structure but when necessary could be counted on to challenge the "business as usual"  backroom politics mindset.

Fontaine now seeks to bring his experience and steady hand of leadership to the office of Mayor, helping to guide the city through the economic challenges ahead.    There's a new day on the horizon for Woonsocket.   Please join us.  Support  Leo Fontaine for Mayor.  Experience,  Integrity, Vision.