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Education
Attended Purdue University, Graduate, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College
Campaign Email
bprice93@att.net
Occupation/Current Position
Retired
Campaign Phone
574-250-8716
Warren Township has been my home for 35+years. Two of my adult children are residents of Warren Township. I am concerned about the future for our residents. The westward expansion in St Joseph County will continue to impact our quality of life. I’m concerned that we have a vacant school within our boundaries. I’m concerned about the impact that SB/SEA 270 will have on our township. The bill, which is effective in 2027, calls for the elimination or consolidation of townships government which can’t provide adequate fire protection, poor relief and other necessary services for their residents. I believe that we are doing a good job in providing those services at present; however, we must be postured to deal with increasing demand for service.
I will help the trustee direct township resources to those who most need help. Poor relief is one of the key indicators which SB/SEA 270 considers when determining of a township government's viability. We should have a relief program as strong as our resources will permit.
Traffic and environmental impact associated with industrial and residential growth in the western part of St Joseph County. It is imperative that township boards stay in touch with what's going on at higher levels of local government and provide input to local leaders. We can't stop progress, but we can help manage it.
I’ve served successfully in numerous leadership positions during my Army career. I have experience in project management, budgeting development and public speaking. I have more than 25 years of experience in the fire service, first as a volunteer firefighter, and then as a fire inspector and investigator. I’ve also served as a Reserve Police Officer with the St. Joseph County Police for more than 15 years, the last 8 years of which I have been the Commander of the Reserve unit. I’ve also worked in private industry as Director of Operations and Safety for a local manufacturing firm.
I can be contacted any time by email. I also plan to regularly attend various public functions within the township. I will also seek feedback from township residents as I meet them throughout the year.
The adage that 'you get what you pay for' applies here. I understand the rules and regulations that govern the modern fire service. I hope to help the trustee and other members of the board, as well as township residents, understand the consequences, good or bad, regarding future territory mergers or changes in levels of service. Changes can impact homeowner insurance rates as well as property taxes.
I will make sure the township website is maintained, with all agendas, schedules, and minutes posted publicly on the website in a timely manner. I will work to establish a township presence on Facebook as a means of posting notices of meetings and other significant events and issues affecting our township.
Education
Master of Nonprofit Administration, University of Notre Dame
Campaign Email
emilyrupchock@gmail.com
Occupation/Current Position
Program Manager, National League of Cities
I’m running for township board because this is a pivotal moment for our community, and I’m committed to making sure residents have a clear, informed voice in what comes next. As a St. Joseph County resident with 20 years of nonprofit experience, I’ve worked alongside families and the providers they rely on, giving me a strong understanding of local needs. In my first year on the Warren Township Board, I’ve prioritized listening, learning and transparency, building a strong foundation for deeper, more active leadership. I serve as Board Secretary and represent the township on the St. Joseph County Fire Territory Board, and I’m seeking another term to continue providing steady, accessible leadership that keeps residents at the center of every decision.
My background is in nonprofit service, including roles working directly with community members to meet basic needs like food, housing, and child care. For the past decade, I’ve worked at a systems level to improve efficiency and quality in services for families and young children. As a board member, my knowledge of the local network of supports, paired with a commitment to accessibility and dignity, allows me to offer practical guidance on connecting residents to the right resources, strengthening coordination among providers and ensuring assistance is delivered effectively and respectfully. I am equally committed to strong stewardship of public funds, ensuring taxpayer dollars are used wisely, transparently and for maximum community impact.
In my work supporting local governments, I’ve seen how periods of rapid growth combined with uncertainty in state policy can make it difficult to plan and deliver services effectively. For Warren Township, the biggest challenge right now is balancing that growth with uncertainty around potential changes to township structure and governance across Indiana. To address this, I would focus on thoughtful, forward-looking decision-making grounded in data, along with clear and transparent communication so residents understand what changes may mean for services, resources and the future of the township.
I bring a strong blend of nonprofit, administrative and community-informed skills to my role on the board. I hold a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business and have professional experience in grant and financial administration, giving me a solid foundation in responsible oversight of public resources. I also contribute strong organizational skills, including preparing agendas, taking accurate meeting minutes and supporting the technology that keeps meetings accessible and efficient. Beyond these functions, I see my role as helping the board stay grounded in the real needs of residents—by pursuing a thoughtful needs assessment and using that data to guide decisions that are responsive, practical and community-centered.
I am committed to being accessible, responsive and easy to reach for Warren Township residents. I welcome residents to contact me directly at my township email, erupchock@warrentownship71.in.gov, and I will make every effort to respond in a timely and thoughtful way. Beyond individual outreach, I am interested in proactively gathering input by conducting a community needs assessment to better understand residents’ priorities and experiences. Using that feedback, I will help ensure that board decisions reflect the real needs of our community and that residents feel informed, heard and included.
Warren Township currently partners with Portage Township through the St. Joseph County Fire Territory, which launched in 2025. As the township’s representative on the fire territory board, I’ve seen strong early progress, including better coordination and efficiencies in first responder services. I remain optimistic as the territory matures and explores future expansion, especially amid potential changes to township structure. At the same time, the advisory board must carefully weigh service improvements against tax impacts. That means making decisions with thorough analysis, collaboration and transparency, so residents understand both benefits and costs. We can build on this strong foundation while making fiscally responsible choices that protect service quality and taxpayers.
I believe improving transparency and participation starts with meeting residents where they are. Over the past year on the board, we launched a new township website that houses meeting materials and video to make information more accessible. Building on that, I would prioritize expanding our presence on the communication channels residents use most, including relevant social media, and sharing clear, timely meeting notices and opportunities for public input both online and in community spaces. Guided by a community needs assessment, these efforts can help ensure outreach is consistent, accessible and responsive, so more residents feel informed, invited and able to participate in township decisions.
