“A TRUE CONSERVATIVE VOICE” ON EVANSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

 JUSTIN ELPERS “A  TRUE CONSERVATIVE VOICE” ON EVANSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

Recently we sat down with a second term City Councilman Justin Elpers.  Justin is serving his second term Evansville 5th Ward Republican City Councilman.

Elpers was elected to his seat during the municipal elections of 2015. The City Council position was previously held by a Democrat, John Friend. CPA. The 5th  Councilmatic ward is probably the city’s most sought-after ward by both political parties. Elpers won 63% of the vote over his opponent in 2015 and handly won a recent re-election bid.

“Evansville has always been home,” says Elpers. He and his supportive wife Alison have been married for 14 years. They have four sons and one girl. James is 13, Partick is 10, Charlie is 7, Anni is 3 and Zack is one and a half.

So what made Justin Elpers decide to run for Evansville City Council?  “As I watched the previous city council meetings, it was a drama fest. Residents weren’t watching their regular shows on Monday evening; they were watching city council meetings. It didn’t put Evansville in a positive light. I thought I could bring some civil responsibility to the council,” Elpers stated.

Since elected, Elpers has had to vote on a couple of controversial proposals. One of these controversies would be voting for a budget that resulted in the city employees paying higher health premiums. The problem, Elpers says, “We were playing catch up. City employees saw drastic changes in their premiums and deductibles. Adjustments should have started a long time ago.”

Mr. Elper’s is known for his strong Catholic faith and religious principles. Councilman Elpers often cites the Indiana Constitution. In particular, he cites Article1, Sections 2 and 3. Article2 states every citizen has a right to worship God, according to the dictates of their own consciences while Article 3 states no law shall control the free exercise and enjoyment of religious opinions, or interfere with the rights of conscience or violates individual liberties.”

Mr. Elpers says, “I will continue to face the city’s challenges with an open mind. Bottom line we have to improve our current health care costs and reduce spending.”

So would Justin Elpers be interested in seeking higher office perhaps Mayor someday? “As long as I am on City Council I will put Evansville first,” says Elpers

Education

University of Southern Indiana –Liberal Arts Degree

Oakland City University-Master’s Education/Administration

Indiana State University-Driver’s Education Endorsement

Teaching Experience

Driver’s Education Instructor– March 2003-2010, Mater Dei High School– Social Studies teacher- Aug 2005-2006, Heritage Hills High School– Social Studies teacher- 2007, Harrison High School– Social Studies teacher- 2007 to 2019, Shephard Academy Instructor– 2013-2015, Fellowship Christian Athletes sponsor and Scholarship Committee.

As A Member of the Evansville City Council He Serves On the following Boards and Committees

Leadership Grant Committee, Liaison: Water & Sewer Utility, Liaison to Central Dispatch.