Alderman Ben MacShane Progressive Values, Effective Leadership

 
 
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“The last year has challenged us all. My job as your Alderman has been to ensure that every step we take to combat the pandemic and economic crisis ensures equity and that we don’t leave anyone behind. I’m never afraid to stand up and fight for what is right for Frederick.”

- Ben MacShane

 
 

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Democrat Ben MacShane is fighting for Frederick.

First term successes and legislation:

  • Ban on rental fees and increases during the COVID-19 crisis

  • Revived the child care provider food program

  • Launched the Vacant Properties Registry to hold landlords accountable

  • Passed our climate change emergency resolution to create

  • Supported local businesses as the backbone of our community

  • Championed statewide family leave, police reform, and climate change laws

  • Stood up to developers and bad contracts to save

  • Frederick residents money

  • Led the city transition to gender neutral bathrooms

  • Reformed city hiring and contracting to create inclusive opportunity

 
 
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Vision

"We're building an inclusive community in Frederick where every resident and family is empowered and supported in achieving the safety, happiness, and prosperity they deserve."

- Ben MacShane

 
 
 

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My focus is on creating a Frederick that serves every resident in every community and standing up for those without a voice in city government. Join me this fall as we continue that fight.
— Alderman Ben MacShane
 
 
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