FOR DOWNERS GROVE VILLAGE COMMISSIONER

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ROB ROE

VOTE . APRIL 1ST . 

VOTE APRIL 1ST - EARLY VOTING BEGINS MARCH 17

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mission & vision

"Our village thrives when we make responsible financial choices"

The Village Council is a nonpartisan body, and I believe it is important they govern as one; that is, evaluating issues on facts and merits and making rational decisions based on the needs of our residents and businesses, not on politics. We need people willing to respectfully collaborate to continue the Village's successes while continuously striving to improve the community.

Meet rob

experience

  • Over 20 years of diverse legal and non-legal experience.
  • Received a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement and justice administration from Western Illinois University.
  • Interned at Dick Armey’s constituent office in Irving Texas while Dick Armey was the Majority House Leader.
  • Graduated from John Marshall Law School in three and half years while maintaining a career as a paralegal specialist for the IRS Chief Council office in the Strategic Litigation Group.
  • I have been in private practice since 2012 when he left the IRS Chief Council Office.
  • I possess a deep connection to Downers Grove and our residents with my current practice focused on real estate transactions, estate planning and probate matters.

dedicated father & husband

  • Lived in Downers Grove since 2008 with his wife of 20 years, 2 daughters and rescue dog Russell.
  • Actively reinvested in the community by supporting the Climb Higher at Highland initiative, the Highland PTA, Downers Grove Dolls, the Scouts, as well as other local community groups.

champion for everyone

Collaboration is the key to progress. I will bring the same professionalism, compassion and empathy to the Betty Cheever Council Chamber that I employ in my practice and throughout my career. I will treat everyone with respect and attack each issue with a result driven, transparent approach focused on preventing waste. The Council is a team of people who are dedicated to the village and our residents. Not just our current residents but future generations. Together we can build an even better Downers Grove. We will listen. I will listen.

"Our community is a strong diverse group of people that I will represent for the good of all of Downers Grove"

"This town has given so much to my family and I want to give back"

Experienced board member

  • Served on the Board of Directors for El Hogar del Nino, an early childhood development and education center in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago from 2015 until their merger with Children’s Home and Aid in 2023 to form Brightpoint.
  • Collaborated with the board and staff of El Hogar Del Nino through difficult budget issues caused by funding cuts at various government agencies to ensure the organization would provide the best possible services to the families we served through the pandemic.
  • Helped El Hogar del Niño through a complicated merger to ensure the families we served would continue to receive the same benefits and services in spite of funding cuts.

Economic development with a balanced budget

priorities for downers grove

"We need experienced, rational individuals to make decisions that are in our collective best interest so we can grow together in a positive inclusive environment."

Safe streets & sidewalks

I am excited to review the public tree planting policies and push for codification of a private tree placement ordinance.   We all need to take a page from the Lorax.  "I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues, and I am asking you sir, at the top of my lungs, oh please do not cut down another one." Dr. Suess.

Balance smart economic development with public safety to ensure a balanced budget protecting our necessary social service programs. The Implementation of the Fairview Focus Area plan is an opportunity to grow our village and implement plans to benefit our seniors and promote affordable housing for our seniors.

Expanded social services for senior residents

Promote the active mobility plan to ensure a more bikeable and walkable Downers Grove and transform DG into a pedestrian first community while ensuring safe streets, sidewalks, and crosswalks for Downers Grove. I will advocate for an amendment to the zoning code providing guidance to our residents, businesses and developers restricting access of drive-thru’ s on residential streets keeping drive-thru traffic out of our neighborhoods.

 

Environmental sustainability focused on greenspaces and tree preservation

Implement a plan to ensure our Senior Residents receive all available resources. Ensure village social services are clear and accessible. Advocate for more affordable housing for our Seniors in Downers Grove.

"I can’t do this alone. I need your support, your ideas, and your energy. Together, we can build a community where everyone has the chance to succeed, where our children’s futures are bright, and where every voice is heard."

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