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Congrats go out to Donna Holaday, one of our own at MCC, who was successful last night in her bid to be the Mayor of Newburyport!

Holaday, a councilor-at-large in Newburyport, was elected the city's newest mayor with a 2,704-2,257 victory (a 55% to 45% margin) over City Council President James Shanley.  She'll assume the office in January.

Holaday, who has been with MCC since 1998, is the director of grant development and management here at MCC and has been one of our go-to grant gurus for years.  Apparently she did not take her hometown campaign for granted.

Posted: Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:50 AM by MCC Blog Admin

Comments

Peter Shea said:

This is great news!

# November 4, 2009 10:08 AM

Nancy Higgins said:

Hi Donna

Congratulations!!!!Nancy Higgins

# November 4, 2009 10:09 AM

Donna Gray said:

Congratulations, Donna, on your impressive victory!  I know you will be outstanding as Mayor of one of my favorite cities.  All the best.

# November 4, 2009 10:15 AM

Sheri Denk said:

Mayor Donna Holaday:

Congratulations and good luck on your first term as mayor of Newburyport.

Six essential qualities that are the key to success: Sincerity, personal integrity, humility, courtesy, wisdom, charity. You have them all in abundance!    

# November 4, 2009 10:17 AM

Kim Burns said:

Congratulations, Donna!

# November 4, 2009 10:18 AM

Phyllis Worth said:

Donna has campaigned very hard for this election and it has paid off.  Hats off to Donna Holaday!!! You will be missed at MCC.

# November 4, 2009 10:27 AM

Cynthia Butters said:

Congratulations to our Donna!  I know she worked hard for this position, and I know she will do Newburyport proud. We will miss her expertise and effectiveness in grantwriting.

Good Luck Donna, I know you will do well.

# November 4, 2009 10:43 AM

Elise Martin said:

Hey Donna, congratulations to you!  You may be the most famous person I know!  Well one of them, anyway!  Good for you - you worked so hard for this.  So glad it paid off - now I hope you can go back to sleeping sometime in the 24 hour cycle of a day!

# November 4, 2009 10:58 AM

Maureen Spinney said:

Donna, congratulations and all the best to you!  Newburyport is one of my favorite summer destinations!

# November 4, 2009 11:40 AM

Joan Ladik said:

Donna, Many congratulations on your new Mayoral position.  I will certainly miss you, as will everyone who knows you here at MCC and beyond!  Best of luck!

# November 4, 2009 12:00 PM

Alice Rouse said:

Congratulations Donna - Our loss is Newburyport's gain.  In these critical economic times, they are indeed fortunate to have your expertise and leadership.

# November 4, 2009 12:43 PM

Terry Downes said:

Donna: this is wonderful news!  Congratulations!  You are a first rate public servant, and Newburyport is lucky to have you for its mayor.  We are delighted for - and very proud of - you!

Terry Downes

# November 4, 2009 1:37 PM

Judy Burke said:

Hi Donna,

Congratulations! You will be the coolest Mayor......you're a rock star! B&I is happy for you but sad for us because you have become such a valued member of our team and our customer's team in assisting them with Workforce Training grants.  Newburyport's very big gain is our loss for sure!  Best of luck....if you need any training for your municipal workers you know who to call ;).

Best of Luck,

Judy

# November 4, 2009 2:15 PM

Colleen Winn said:

Congratulations Donna! What a wonderful victory. I will miss collaborating with you on the GEAR UP, Talent Search, and Upward Bound Grants.

Good luck, be well, and I wish you God's speed.

Colleen

# November 4, 2009 2:22 PM

Charmi Sperling said:

You go girl! What a wonderful achievement and a huge leadership challenge!

My best to you as you embark upon this new and exciting next chapter. Your community is lucky --and wise--to have selected someone who is so committed, hardworking, and results-oriented as its leader.

All the best,

Charmi

# November 4, 2009 3:25 PM

Joyce Zarins said:

Newburyport is a wonderful city for you to devote yourself to. Its special issues will be exciting ones for you to tackle and hopefully you will find the challenges stimulating. Best of luck.

Joyce

# November 4, 2009 7:39 PM

Christopher J. Brennan said:

Congratulations Donna !! I am so happy for you. Your persistence paid off in running for this important position and the residents of Newburyport recognized your vision, skills, and devotion to the city. I am proud to have been directly involved in your selection to join the Resource Development staff many years ago and I know you have contributed greatly to MCC in that role, as well as your outstanding teaching. It has been a pleasure to work with you. Your particular expertise with International grants and Workforce Development will leave a large hole to be filled. Best wishes on this new challenge for you. Please remember to also take time for yourself and your family. You will do well !

# November 5, 2009 10:00 AM

Mary Jane McCarthy said:

It just goes to show what faith and persistence can accomplish. Depite a few bad breaks, you had the confidence to challenge your competitor and you also have the ability to outperform him.  

This is an impressive feat and one you should be very proud of. Newburyport has gained an honest, hardworking, creative mayor who will live up to her promises. The sky's the limit now!

Good luck!

# November 5, 2009 10:28 AM

Jo Mucci said:

CONGRATULATIONS, DONNA!  I am happy and a bit sad at the same time because I will miss our friendship and all our McNair discussions! I am proud to know you and wish you the best and much success! Keep in touch...

# November 9, 2009 8:12 AM

Donna Holaday said:

To All My Friends & Colleagues,

I am so very grateful for all of your words of support and expressions of congratulations. It is with mixed emotions I will be leaving MCC on Nov. 25th to begin my transition to my new position as Mayor of the city of Newburyport.  I have enjoyed my work in the grants office and have had the opportunity to work with so many wonderful people to develop new programs for the college and greater community.  I know the networks and contacts that I have had the opportunity to be part of through MCC will be invaluable in my new position. Thank you so much.

Donna

# November 9, 2009 4:08 PM

Lela said:

Congratulations, this is Great news

# November 9, 2009 10:29 PM

Ruth Clark said:

Congratulations, Donna!  We'll miss you on this front, but wish you well in the new adventure!

# November 19, 2009 9:43 AM
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