The Borough of Downingtown has a council-manager form of government established by ordinance in 1953. Downingtown's rich history is readily apparent to the resident and visitor alike as they travel along East Lancaster Avenue where numerous historic structures line the street...
The Police Department is located at 10 W. Lancaster Avenue; their lobby hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Downingtown Police Department provides service to the Borough and East Caln Township.