Democrats made significant gains in township races across the suburbs during this month’s election.

Voters determined this election who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

Tammy Sarver: We need to have serious discussions about the repercussions of unchecked and irresponsible building and development upon the natural environment

Rob Roe: The Village must maintain a balanced budget and their incredible bond rating to ensure real estate taxes do not increase

Thomas Cawthorne: Parking and traffic will always be a hot button topic. I believe that the recommendations made in the Guiding DG long range comprehensive study will assist in helping alleviate some of those concerns.

Christ Gilmartin, running for Downers Grove Village Commissioner: From utilizing AI to make our streets safer to modernizing administrative processes, technology can help us serve residents faster, reduce costs, and stay competitive

Paul Drabik: One of my main concerns is the governance and bureaucracy of the Downers Grove Library

This spring, DuPage and Cook county voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

Robert Plowman: Overall, I am satisfied with the current state of the village and the direction it is heading. I am equally pleased that the mayor and the village board appear to be working collaboratively towards common goals