Maureen Roach has lived in the Downs' community since 1993. She holds both Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Education from Illinois State University. 

Maureen was first elected as a trustee for the Village of Downs in 2005. She previously served as Finance trustee, Village President Pro-Tem, and Risk Management Coordinator.

Starting her third term in 2013, Maureen will serve as Public Safety trustee and oversee police, insurance, garbage and recycling, serve on the Village of Downs Executive Committee, and be the NIMS officer.  Maureen is active in school and community affairs.  Maureen is a recipient of Trustee of the Year award. 

Mary Goveia has lived in the Downs community since 1987.  Since Mary arrived, she has participated and held many positions.  From 1988 to 1994, Mary was treasurer of the board. Filling a vacancy on the board in 2005, she became responsible for the Youth Center and Park until 2015.  After the 2015 election, the board was one trustee short and she was asked to become the building trustee.  She currently serves in that capacity to oversee the booming residential building in Downs.