Terry Phillippe
Commissioner
District 2
Terry Phillippe is a 27-year resident of Warrick County who proudly calls Boonville home.
His deep roots in the community are reflected not only in his public service but also in his
family. Terry’s son Ridge and his granddaughter Kennedy also live in Warrick County,
making the county’s future deeply personal to him.
An entrepreneur in the technology industry, Terry has built a career solving complex
problems, managing budgets, and delivering practical results. His business and technical
background bring a common-sense, results-driven approach to public service that has
benefitted Warrick County for many years.
Terry previously served as President of the Warrick County Board of Commissioners, where
he helped guide the county through major challenges while maintaining fiscal discipline
and responsible governance. During his leadership, Terry led the effort to completely
restructure the county’s employee healthcare plan, saving taxpayers millions of dollars
while ensuring county employees continue to receive health insurance with zero-dollar
premiums.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Terry helped guide Warrick County through an
unprecedented period while ensuring federal relief funds were invested responsibly
rather than simply spent, protecting the county’s long-term financial stability.
Terry also played a key role in guiding significant capital improvement projects throughout
the county, including major road improvements, safer intersection designs, and facility
modernization efforts that improve energy efficiency while maintaining important
community assets. One project he is especially proud of is the improvement of the historic
Old Warrick County Courthouse, enhancing the functionality of a nationally recognized
historic site while preserving its character for future generations.
Throughout his service, Terry has held leadership roles including:
• President, Warrick County Solid Waste District
• President, Warrick County Drainage Board
• Member, Warrick County Stormwater Board
• Past Executive Committee Member, Indiana County Commissioners – Southwest
Indiana District
• Member, Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Advisory Board
• Member, Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
• Member, Warrick County Economic Development Board
• Past Member, Metropolitan Planning Organization Committees
• Public Safety Local Income Tax (LIT) Steering Committee
• Warrick County Sheriff’s Office Facility Steering Committee
• Warrick County 911 Steering Committee
Terry has also been a leader in community revitalization efforts. He currently serves as
President of Boonville Now! and Chairperson of its Economic Vitality Committee, where
he has worked to strengthen downtown development and support local businesses.
With decades of experience in both the private sector and public service, Terry Phillippe
remains committed to common-sense leadership, fiscal responsibility, and practical
solutions that keep Warrick County a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Terry believes local government should focus on practical solutions, responsible
budgeting, and delivering results that benefit the people of Warrick County.