A Look at Who Runs the City

Meet Evansvilleโ€™s new leaders in the administration

Mayor Stephanie Terry has had a busy first six months in office, from preparing her inaugural budget proposal, to getting accustomed to her position as the cityโ€™s most visible leader. Sheโ€™s far from the only one, though. Terry has surrounded herself with several department heads who also are new to their roles. Get to know these key officials and the fresh perspectives they are bringing to the cityโ€™s administration.

Settling In
Mayor Stephanie Terry reflects on life changes since her historic victoryย 

Deputy Duties
Deputy Mayor Lindsay Locastoโ€™s career path again crosses the Ohio River

Challenges and Opportunities
Danielle Crook embraces her role as Parks & Recreation Executive Director

More than a Uniform
Police Chief Philip Smith fits in at EPD

Igniting Change
EFD Chief Tony Knight lays the groundwork for a new brand of firehouse administration

Off and Running
Vic Kelson takes over at EWSU during a busy time

Right Place, Right Time
DMD Executive Director Kolbi Jacksonโ€™s determination places her at the forefront of metropolitan development


On Board
Six members of Evansville City Councilโ€™s nine-seat board are elected by residents of each of the cityโ€™s wards, while three seats are elected for at-large positions representing the entire city. Ward representatives Ben Trockman, Missy Mosby, Zac Heronemus, Alex Burton, Angela Koehler Lindsey, and Jim Brinkmeyer are serving subsequent terms. At-large representatives Mary Allen, Paul Green, and Courtney Johnson โ€” all Democrats โ€” are new to elected office. The council, currently controlled 8-1 by Democrats, passes city ordinances and approves the cityโ€™s annual budget each fall. Allen, Green, and Johnson talked to Evansville Business about what they hope to achieve on the council.

Strength in Numbers
City Councilwoman Mary Allen to push for local progress

Retiring from Retirement
City Councilman Paul Green finds new purpose through public service

Driven to Serve
City Councilman Courtney Johnson seeks to shoulder community responsibilityย 

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Jodi Keen
Jodi Keen
Jodi Keen is the managing editor of Evansville Living and Evansville Business magazines.

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