City Council · Somerville, Massachusetts
Ben Wheeler
City Councilor At Large. In office since January 2, 2026, 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)
That pay for crossing guards be increased, both in recognition of the crucial work that they do serving the children in our schools, and as a means to ensure the city is adequately staffed with...
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)
In support of the nurses and healthcare workers of Mass General Brigham Home Care and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Approved (Jul 9, 2026)
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment consider measures to reduce heat island effects on and around the grounds of the East Somerville Community School and the Edgerly...
Approved (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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In support of rent control negotiations between the Keep Massachusetts Home campaign and Massachusetts developers.
Approved (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Parking discuss with this Council the possibility of administering a parking permit type intended for vehicle owners with driveways, at a lower price than standard residential...
Approved and sent for discussion (Jun 11, 2026)
That Chapter 2, Article VIII, Division 1 of the Code of Ordinances be amended as detailed within.
Kept in committee (Jun 30, 2026)
That this Council schedule a Public Hearing regarding construction parking permits and the impact of current enforcement policy on neighborhood residents.
Approved and sent for discussion (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services provide this City Council with a report of all artificial intelligence vendors and services for which the city currently has contracts or...
Approved and sent for discussion (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 his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, conveying information on the FY 2027 Public Hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget, on Wednesday, June 10.
Placed on file (May 28, 2026)
In support of voluntary recognition for Somerville Workers United.
Approved (May 28, 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.