--- title: Ben Harman for Newburyport description: Website home page for Ben Harman, City Councilor in Newburyport, MA. image: https://benharman.org/hubfs/BenHarman22.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://benharman.org#main-content) ![Email Banner](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Email%20Banner.png?width=350&height=197&name=Email%20Banner.png) - [Home](https://benharman.org/) - [About](https://benharman.org/about) - [News](https://benharman.org/news) - [Sign up](https://benharman.org/contact) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://benharman.org/) - [About](https://benharman.org/about) - [News](https://benharman.org/news) - [Sign up](https://benharman.org/contact) [DONATE](https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ben-harman-nbpt) ![Ben Harman](https://www.qbos.com/badges/TPC_Harman_1009770_PROFILE.png) My name is Ben Harman and I have been honored to represent Ward 4 on the City Council for the past two years. Serving on Budget and Finance, Community Services, Planning and Development, & Traffic Safety Advisory Committees I have learned so much and worked hard to be a representative you could be proud of. Now, I’m running for an At-Large seat because I believe Newburyport is strongest when we solve problems together. My record shows I am a collaborative, pragmatic leader willing to work with anyone committed to progress. I will continue to build bridges, lower the temperature of debate, and keep our focus on the issues that matter most to residents. [Join me!](https://benharman.org/contact?hsLang=en) [![](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jon-tyson-jlE5absNvrE-unsplash.jpg?height=200&name=jon-tyson-jlE5absNvrE-unsplash.jpg)](https://benharman.org/news/practicing-democracy-right-here-at-home?hsLang=en) ## [Practicing Democracy, Right Here at Home](https://benharman.org/news/practicing-democracy-right-here-at-home?hsLang=en) Earlier this month, I introduced two measures to the City Council that, while different in form,... [Read more](https://benharman.org/news/practicing-democracy-right-here-at-home?hsLang=en) [![](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/cropped-dsc_0268.jpeg?height=200&name=cropped-dsc_0268.jpeg)](https://benharman.org/news/newburyport-livable-streets-candidate-survey?hsLang=en) ## [Newburyport Livable Streets Candidate Survey](https://benharman.org/news/newburyport-livable-streets-candidate-survey?hsLang=en) Newburyport Livable Streets, a local advocacy group, asked candidates for their ideas about... [Read more](https://benharman.org/news/newburyport-livable-streets-candidate-survey?hsLang=en) [![](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/daniel-mccullough-HtBlQdxfG9k-unsplash.jpg?height=200&name=daniel-mccullough-HtBlQdxfG9k-unsplash.jpg)](https://benharman.org/news/my-vision-for-the-future?hsLang=en) ## [Progress Together: My Vision for Newburyport’s Future](https://benharman.org/news/my-vision-for-the-future?hsLang=en) When I first ran for City Council my goal was to bring a level-headed, collaborative approach to... [Read more](https://benharman.org/news/my-vision-for-the-future?hsLang=en) [![Ben Harman speech at Pride Flag Raising Ceremony 2024](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Newburyport%20Pride%20Flag%20Raising%202024%2000-16-47.png?height=200&name=Newburyport%20Pride%20Flag%20Raising%202024%2000-16-47.png)](https://benharman.org/news/looking-back-on-my-first-term?hsLang=en) ## [Looking Back on My First Term Representing Ward 4](https://benharman.org/news/looking-back-on-my-first-term?hsLang=en) As I wrap up my first term serving as Ward 4 City Councilor, I’ve been reflecting on the work we’ve... [Read more](https://benharman.org/news/looking-back-on-my-first-term?hsLang=en) [![Barry Connell ](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-27%20at%206.32.14%20PM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-09-27%20at%206.32.14%20PM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Barry-Connell-letter) [![Daily News Candidate Profile](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-01%20at%203.52.23%20PM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-01%20at%203.52.23%20PM.png)](https://benharman.org/candidate-profile?hsLang=en) [![Sarah Holden letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-02%20at%208.48.47%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-02%20at%208.48.47%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Sarah-Holden-letter) [![Krista Yablin Letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-10%20at%2010.19.19%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-10%20at%2010.19.19%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Krista-Yablin-letter) [![Frank Moore Letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-17%20at%209.08.52%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-17%20at%209.08.52%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Frank-Moore-letter) [![Eric Tracey Letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-20%20at%209.42.52%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-20%20at%209.42.52%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Eric-Tracey-letter) [![Holly Cashman letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-27%20at%2010.10.07%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-27%20at%2010.10.07%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Holly-Cashman-letter) [![McQuillans letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-27%20at%2010.09.44%20AM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-27%20at%2010.09.44%20AM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#McQuillans-letter) [![Kim Hutchins letter](https://41802852.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/41802852/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-30%20at%2012.42.31%20PM.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Screenshot%202025-10-30%20at%2012.42.31%20PM.png)](https://benharman.org/endorsements?hsLang=en#Kim-Hutchins-letter) ### What You Can Expect From Me I believe city government should be practical, transparent, and responsive. As your At-Large City Councilor, I will: - **Lead with common sense** — tackling challenges with practical, balanced solutions. - **Build consensus** — listening to all sides and finding common ground before decisions are made. - **Move things forward** — keeping our focus on results, not gridlock. - **Be an independent voice** — putting Newburyport’s best interests ahead of politics. You can also count on me to be **available and honest**, and to make informed decisions guided by your input and the needs of our community.   ![IMG_3032](https://benharman.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_3032.jpeg?width=350&height=467&name=IMG_3032.jpeg "IMG_3032") # Election Day is Tuesday, November 4th! Important local election information is [here](https://www.cityofnewburyport.com/city-clerk/pages/election-news). Check to see if you're registered to vote [here](https://www.sec.state.ma.us/VoterRegistrationSearch/MyVoterRegStatus.aspx). Information on registering to vote is [here](https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/voter-resources/registering-to-vote.htm).  ## What issues are most important to you? ## Keep in touch! [Sign up](https://benharman.org/contact?hsLang=en) for campaign news, volunteer opportunities, and updates on the issues in this important election.   [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/harman4nbpt/) [instagram icon](https://www.instagram.com/harman.nbpt.citycouncil) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjharman/) --- Committee to Elect Ben Harman, Newburyport, MA ![](https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=733686301921987&ev=PageView&noscript=1)