West Des Moines, IA
Home MenuRuss Trimble, Mayor
Contact: 1600 S. 43rd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Term Expires: 12/31/29
Professional Background
Originally from Milwaukee, WI, Russ moved to Des Moines in 1990 to attend Drake University. He earned a master’s degree from Drake with honors in Public Administration, focusing on state and local government. Since 2005, he has worked as a Legislative Analyst for the Iowa Senate, staffing the appropriations committee. He previously served as a fiscal analyst for the Legislative Services Agency.
Public Service
Russ was elected Mayor in November 2021 after serving as the Ward 3 representative on the City Council since 2009. Before his time on the Council, he served nearly seven years on the West Des Moines Human Services Advisory Board, supporting elderly, disabled, and low-income residents.
Boards and Committees
Russ has served as Mayor Pro Tem and held positions on the city’s finance, public safety, and development and planning committees. He also serves as a liaison to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Library Board, and the Youth Justice Initiative Advisory Board.
His regional leadership includes:
- Chair: Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART)
- Metropolitan Planning Organization
- Polk County Homeless Coordinating Council
- Central Iowa Water Trails Governance Committee
- Metropolitan Advisory Committee
- Polk County Disaster Recovery Advisory Committee
Russ and his wife, Alana, have four children.
Kevin L. Trevillyan, First Ward
Contact: 324 34th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Term Expires: 12/31/29
Personal and Professional Background
Kevin is a veteran and a fourth-generation resident of West Des Moines. A graduate of Valley High School, he earned a technical degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) from Hamilton Business College. Kevin served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves for six years and was a volunteer EMT with West Des Moines EMS for ten years.
He retired as an Engineering Technician from West Des Moines Water Works after 31 years of service, where he was also a member of AFSCME.
City Boards and Committees
Kevin has contributed to numerous local initiatives and currently serves on several sub-committees and boards, including:
- Community Compliance City Council Sub-Committee
- Public Services City Council Sub-Committee
- Liaison to the WDM Public Art Advisory Board
- Metro Waste Authority Board
- Historic Valley Junction Foundation Board
- Friends of the Library
Community Involvement
Active in community and international charitable organizations, Kevin is a member of the Gnemeth Masonic Lodge in West Des Moines and the Za-Ga-Zig Shriners in Altoona, where he served as Potentate (CEO) in 2023.
Kevin is married to Cindi; they have two sons and one grandson.
Greg Hudson, Second Ward
Contact: 910 83rd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Term Expires: 12/31/2027
Professional Background and Education
Greg grew up in Missouri and attended Truman State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in History and a Master of Arts in Education. He moved to West Des Moines to teach at Valley High School, where he currently teaches American History to 11th graders.
At Valley High School, Greg also directs Reign, one of the Midwest’s premier high school a cappella ensembles. Within the school district, he has served as a teacher leader on committees focused on school quality, budget, diversity and inclusion, AP courses, grading practices, and online learning. He also teaches ACT prep classes through West Des Moines Community Education.
City Council and Regional Leadership
As a councilmember, Greg is dedicated to fiscal oversight and community safety. His leadership roles include:
- Chair: Finance and Administration Sub-committee
- Member: Public Safety Sub-committee
- Founder: WDM City-Student Committee (focused on youth voice in government)
Community and Regional Involvement
Greg represents West Des Moines on several regional boards and organizations, including:
- Catch Des Moines (Convention and Visitors Bureau) Board of Directors
- Homeless Coordinating Council
- Former Board Member: West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Greg is married to Kelsey, a West Des Moines native who also teaches history at Valley High School. They enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with their three children.
Doug Loots, Third Ward
Contact: 371 57th Court, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Term Expires: 12/31/29
Professional Experience
Doug has been a resident of West Des Moines since 1997. Professionally, he serves as the Global Chief Revenue Officer for the Insurance business at Coherent, a global software company. He is also a founding investor and a member of the Board of Advisors for AmerUs Group (d/b/a Kmodo.ai).
Doug holds an MBA from the University of Iowa and a Bachelor of Arts from Briar Cliff University.
City and Regional Leadership
Doug is deeply involved in local governance and currently holds several leadership positions:
- Chair: West Des Moines Human Services Board
- Chair: Community Compliance Subcommittee
- Co-Chair: Finance and Administration Subcommittee
- Board Member: Metro Waste Authority
Personal Background
Growing up in Pomeroy, Iowa, Doug was raised in a family dedicated to local service. His grandfather was a Calhoun County Supervisor, both of his parents served as city councilmembers, his mother is the current Mayor of Pomeroy, and his brother serves on the Pocahontas Area school board.
Doug and his wife, Colette, have been married for over 20 years and have three children. Their family attends St. Francis of Assisi parish and is active in numerous community groups. In his free time, Doug enjoys hobby farming, traveling, cooking, and spending time outdoors with his family.
Matthew McKinney, Councilmember At-Large
Contact: 1690 Plum Thicket Lane, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Term Expires: 12/31/2027
Professional Legal Career
Matthew is a member of the BrownWinick Law Firm, where he chairs the Government Relations practice group. He is also an active member of the firm’s Litigation and Data Security practice groups. Before joining the firm in 2010, he worked on complex litigation matters with Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. in Phoenix, Arizona.
A former prosecutor, Matthew served the State of Iowa as an Assistant Polk County Attorney under the direction of John P. Sarcone.
Education and Professional Recognition
A West Des Moines native and Dowling High School graduate, Matthew’s educational background includes:
- University of Iowa: Bachelor of Arts and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship
- Creighton University School of Law: Juris Doctor
His professional achievements include being recognized as a "Rising Star" in Government Relations by Super Lawyers (2017–2019) and being named to the Des Moines Business Record’s "Forty under 40" list in 2014.
Leadership and Personal Life
Matthew is a graduate of several leadership programs, including:
- West Des Moines Leadership Academy
- Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute
- Leadership Iowa
Matthew and his wife are proud to be raising their three children in the West Des Moines community.
Fannette Elliott, Councilmember At-Large
Contact: 713 39th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Term Expires: 12/31/2029
Professional Experience
Fannette has devoted over 40 years to management within the retail, insurance, and customer service sectors. Prior to her retirement, she served for 24 years as a Marketing Manager for one of the metro’s largest insurance brokers. Currently, she continues her commitment to the community as a Special Education Substitute Assistant with the West Des Moines Community School District.
Public Service
Fannette was elected to the City Council in March 2026. Her path to the Council began with her 2021 election to the West Des Moines Board of Education. During her tenure on the School Board, she was an unrelenting advocate for the inclusivity of public schools and a trusted steward of taxpayer dollars.
City Boards and Committees
- Community Compliance Subcommittee
- Finance & Administration Subcommittee
- Liaison to the Bicycle Advisory Commission
- Human Rights Commission
- Human Services Advisory Board
- City/School Advisory Committee
- Historic Valley Junction Foundation Board
Regional Leadership
- Central Iowa Regional Housing Authority
- Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART)
- Polk County Homeless Coordinating Council
Education
A lifelong resident of the area and Des Moines Technical High School graduate, Fannette’s educational background includes:
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Iowa State University: Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications with a minor in English
Fannette is currently raising her niece and nephews, all of whom attend local West Des Moines schools.
Greta Truman, City Attorney
Office: 515-222-3474 | Hired: December 2023
Duties and Responsibilities
The City Attorney ensures the City complies with federal, state, and local laws. Key responsibilities include:
- Legal Counsel: Providing written and oral opinions to the Mayor, City Council, and staff on daily operations and emerging legal issues.
- Document Review: Drafting and reviewing contracts, resolutions, and other legal documents for City boards and commissions.
- Policy Development: Assisting management teams with solutions for law and policy issues, including employee standards, discipline, and intergovernmental agreements.
- Litigation: Representing the City in judicial and administrative proceedings and reviewing all legal actions filed against the City.
- Specialist Coordination: Managing contracts for specialized legal matters, such as bonds, insurance claims, labor relations, and prosecutions.
Education
- University of Iowa College of Law: Juris Doctorate with High Distinction
- University of Northern Iowa: Bachelor's degree
Professional Associations
Greta is licensed to practice in Iowa and is an active member of the following organizations:
- International Municipal Lawyers Association
- Iowa State Bar Association
- Iowa Municipal Attorneys Association
- Polk County Bar Association