Peggy Kownack has actively worked towards improving the quality of life for residents of Troy for almost 30 years. Mrs. Kownack is a veteran of the US Army and is a Marketing Materials Manager with a background in accounting. She is a founding member of the Mt. Ida Preservation Association, The Uptown Initiative and was a driving force in the revitalization of Troy Central Little League. She is married with a grown son and three grandchildren.