City Council · Somerville, Massachusetts
Ben Ewen-Campen
Ward Three City Councilor. In office since January 1, 2018, current term ends December 31, 2027.
Matters they sponsored
That the Director of Mobility consider prioritizing the area near the intersection of Belmont Street and Spring Hill Terrace for street painting in several areas.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
To end the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program access crisis.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of a fair and dignified resolution for an international graduate student at Tufts University.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of security officers in Greater Boston and airport service workers at Logan International Airport.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of Service Employees International Union 32BJ facilities workers at Tufts University.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
That the Director of Planning work with this Council to increase accessible housing.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of retaining Route 80 service through Somerville.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
Commending Dan Amelin for eight years of service in the Engineering Division.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of the nurses and healthcare workers of Mass General Brigham Home Care and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Approved (Jul 9, 2026)
Calling for traffic calming measures in the Prospect Hill neighborhood.
Approved and sent for discussion (Jun 25, 2026)
That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss the cost barriers and equity constraints that prevent low-income residents and local youth from accessing Somerville programs, such as public skate...
Work completed (Jul 9, 2026)
That the Director of Engineering and the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on Highland Ave temporary paving.
Approved and sent for discussion (Jun 11, 2026)
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That Chapter 2, Article VIII, Division 1 of the Code of Ordinances be amended as detailed within.
Kept in committee (Jun 30, 2026)
In support of House Bill 3587 and Senate Bill 2334, an Act to grow and maintain space in cities and towns for the creative economy.
Approved (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering discuss changing Hawkins Street into a two-way street for bikes, considering it is already being used by families as part of a safer...
Approved (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on recent changes for Requests For Proposals for youth programming grants, particularly grants that impact Teen Empowerment directly.
Work completed (Jun 25, 2026)
In support of voluntary recognition for Somerville Workers United.
Approved (May 28, 2026)
Commending Jerry Cajuste and Medno Dawson for outstanding dedication, professionalism, and service as crossing guards in one of the busiest and most heavily trafficked neighborhoods.
Approved (May 28, 2026)
Proposing an amendment to Section 2-6 of the Code of Ordinances, the Welcoming Communities Ordinance.
Mayoral Approval (Jun 3, 2026)
Membership and sponsorship records from Somerville’s official Legistar system, checked against its live feed. This page covers our tracked set, not a full career.