Robert "Rob" Pabon has served as 5th Ward Alderman since April 2021. Before joining the Berwyn City Council, he served on the Board of Education for Berwyn North School District 98. He co-founded the Berwyn Free Library Initiative, which promotes bi-literacy, community building, and equitable access to resources.

A proud Latinx leader and lifelong Berwyn resident, Alderman Pabon is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices and inspiring civic participation. His career in the nonprofit sector began in youth development and career services, where he helped young adults in Berwyn and Cicero discover their paths forward. He is also a trained circle keeper and experienced facilitator.

In his current role at Citizen University, Pabon coaches civic leaders from across the country and leads the organization's alumni network. Locally, he collaborated with community partners to host the annual Youth Opportunity Fair and launched the Civic Series to encourage civic education and engagement.

As chair of the Ad Hoc Rat Abatement Committee, he reactivated the group during his first year to advocate for a citywide, comprehensive plan to address rodent issues.

He lives in North Berwyn with his wife and three children.