Erie Town Council District 2 · Nov 3, 2026
Ben Hemphill
Candidate for Town Council District 2
Ben Hemphill is running for Erie Town Council District 2 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Delaney Dreckman and Dipak Basnet.
Last day ballots may be mailed to registered voters · Fri, Oct 16, 2026
Mechanical engineer and Erie Planning Commissioner who chaired the Sustainability Advisory Board.
- Endorsed by
- Listed on his site: State Senator Katie Wallace, Erie councilmembers Anil Pesaramelli, Dan Hoback and Emily Baer, Home Rule Charter Commission chair Ashraf Shaikh, and resident Rose Murphy. Ben Hemphill campaign site, Endorsements
- Campaign website
- www.benforerieco.com
Where Ben Hemphill stands: positions on the record
Mineral rights1 sourced position
Lists opposing the proposed sale of the town's mineral rights among his priorities.
“Prioritizing the health and safety of residents over outside corporate interests, including opposing the proposed sale of our town’s mineral rights.”
Own statementBen Hemphill campaign site, About
Transparency1 sourced position
Says he will push for clear communication on major decisions before they are finalized.
“As your council member, I'll push for clear communication on major decisions before they're finalized, not after.”
Own statementBen Hemphill campaign site, Vision
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