Devan Allen (Vigo County Council, District 1, Indiana, candidate 2026)

Devan Allen

Democratic Party

Candidate, Vigo County Council, District 1

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May 5, 2026

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Indiana State University

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Devan Allen (Democratic Party) is running for election for Vigo County Council, District 1 in Indiana. Allen is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on May 5, 2026.^[source]

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Biography

Devan Allen provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on March 31, 2026:

• High school: Terre Haute North
• Graduate: Indiana State University
• Incumbent officeholder: No

Elections

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for Vigo County Council, District 1

Devan Allen (D) and Kimberly Curley (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Vigo County Council, District 1 on May 5, 2026.

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	Submit photo	Kimberly Curley

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Republican primary

Republican primary for Vigo County Council, District 1

Johnny Norton (R) and David M. Thompson (R) are running in the Republican primary for Vigo County Council, District 1 on May 5, 2026.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m a lifelong Vigo County resident, a graduate of Terre Haute North and Indiana State University, where I earned my MBA. My wife and I are raising our young son here, and this community is home in every sense of the word.

Professionally, I work in Wealth Management at First Financial Bank, where I administer municipal bond accounts and work with the Trust Operations team.

I’m not a career politician. I’m someone who is comfortable working through complex financial issues, asking questions, and making practical, responsible decisions. I believe that perspective is currently missing from the County Council.

I’m running because I care about the longterm financial health of our county and want to bring a thoughtful, commonsense approach to the decisions that affect all of us.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Numbers Mind - I bring a financial background that’s currently missing from the County Council. Through my work administering municipal bonds, I’ve seen how decisions made today impact taxpayers for years down the road. With major issues like property tax reform, school funding, and public safety on the horizon, I’ll focus on responsible, longterm financial decision making that protects taxpayers and keeps our county on solid footing
• Teamwork - I believe progress in Vigo County requires collaboration. The county, cities, schools, and other local partners all play a role, and we’re strongest when we’re working together instead of in silos. I’ll focus on building relationships and making decisions that move the entire community forward, not just one piece of it.
• Less Drama - I’m not a career politician. I’m a lifelong Vigo County resident raising my family here, and I care deeply about this community. I believe in listening, asking questions, and working with others to find practical, commonsense solutions that actually make a difference. I’m super approachable. I love hearing other points of view.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m most passionate about responsible budgeting and making sure the county is making smart, longterm financial decisions. Too often, decisions can be made based on short term pressures instead of what’s best over time, and that’s where I think my background can help.

I care about making sure we’re properly funding critical services like public safety and infrastructure, while also being mindful of taxpayers. I also believe good decisions come from collaboration, and that the county, cities, and schools need to be working together to move the community forward.

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