REMARKS ABOUT A STEPHANIE TERRY ADMINISTRATION

As the campaign for Evansville Mayor comes to a close, political insiders, experts and many in the community agree that momentum is breaking in Stephanie Terry’s favor and she is on her way to becoming Evansville’s next Mayor.

Terry, a Democrat, is running against Republican Natalie Rascher and Libertarian Michael Daugherty.

A few weeks ago, Indianapolis-based political analyst Brian Howey changed his rating for the race from “tossup” to “leans Democrat.” And just last week, Politico reporter Adam Wren wrote that dust-ups between Rasher and Daugherty are clearing a path for Terry.

Those in the know say it’s not only Terry’s positive message and detailed plans that are resonating with voters, it’s the fact that they feel she has the experience that’s necessary to serve as Mayor.

Terry serves on the Vanderburgh County Council and leads the Children’s Museum of Evansville.

So what could people expect in a Terry Administration?

“I have said it all along…this campaign is not about me…it’s about the “We.” I intend to use my experience as a leader to bring people together to take on the tough issues our city is facing,” said Terry.

Terry outlined some of those issues in her Forward Together Plan for the city’s future. They include taking a broader approach to public safety by addressing housing, neighborhood revitalization, mental health, and education.

“It’s not just about policing, it’s about preventing crime by providing opportunities for people that help them envision and achieve bright futures here in our city,” said Terry.

Terry says she’ll also work on improving the quality of life in our city by freshening up public spaces and parks, creating cultural districts, and improving city services.

As she was building the Forward Together plan this summer, Terry hosted a Together with Terry Listening Tour to bring residents together to talk through thoughts and priorities.

“It was important, and is important to me that the people in Evansville have a say in the future of their city,” said Terry. “And so, I intend to continue those Listening Tours as Mayor. Let’s face it, to help position our city for the next quarter century, we will need everyone’s ideas, creativity, and energy.”

If it sounds like a lofty agenda, Terry says it is. But she says she knows it’s possible to do lots of things all at once.

“If we are going to lift up our entire city, we can’t just focus on one area at a time. We have to be able to balance work in all of these areas,” said Terry. “In my career and life, I’ve shown I can do that.”

Terry won’t be doing it alone. She says she’s committed to building a team of talent that understands its role is not only to lead but to serve the people of Evansville.

That gets back to her reason for running in the first place.

“I decided to run for Mayor because I felt called to serve. Now, ten months later, I still feel that, but I’m even more inspired,” said Terry. “I met so many incredible people on the campaign trail…it’s made me realize just what a special place we have here. I am even more committed to making a difference.”

Terry says she hopes that as Evansville’s next Mayor, but even if it’s not, she’ll forever be a community champion and servant leader.

FOOTNOTE:  This article was posted by the City-County Observer without bias, opinion, or editing.

We also invited the other two (2) Mayoral candidates to send us an article about their final thoughts concerning their campaigns.  When we receive their articles we shall post them without bias, opinion, or editing.