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Re-elect Ben Brown · Lincoln City Council
Experienced. Engaged. Committed to Lincoln.
Lincoln is more than where my family and I live. It is our home, the community where we have built our life, and a place I am deeply committed to serving.
I believe good government begins by listening to the individual, understanding how a decision will affect the people involved, and working toward solutions that strengthen our community as a whole.
I’m running for re-election because I believe the experience, knowledge, and relationships I have built during my first term have prepared me to be even more effective in the next four years.
I would be honored to continue serving you on the Lincoln City Council.
Why I’m running again
Four years in, there is more work to do
Over the past four years on the Lincoln City Council, I have learned just how much thoughtful local leadership matters. Every decision we make affects real people — their families, their homes, their businesses, and their quality of life.
When I first joined the City Council, I knew there would be a lot to learn. Four years later, I have gained experience and a much deeper understanding of how our city works, but I also know there is always more to learn.
I feel an obligation to utilize what I have learned during my first term and continue the work.
Lincoln has important opportunities and challenges ahead, from public safety and responsible growth to infrastructure, economic development, homelessness, and strengthening partnerships throughout our community.
I believe I can be much more effective during the next four years because of the experience I have gained and the relationships I have built.
Focused on what matters
Three commitments for the next four years
Responsible Stewardship
Making thoughtful financial decisions with an understanding that the money government spends ultimately belongs to the people we serve.
A Stronger Community
Building stronger relationships between residents, local government, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations so we can solve problems together.
People first
One principle has guided me throughout my time in public service: the individual matters.
Whether someone agrees with me or disagrees with me, I want them to know they will be heard and treated with respect. We may not always reach the same conclusion, but good local government should never make residents feel separate, ignored, or unimportant. Everyone should know that they are part of this community and that their voice matters.
About Ben Brown
Family. Service. Community.
I grew up in Great Falls, Montana, in a large family with eight sisters and one brother.
I eventually met my wife, a Lincoln native who grew up here, and when we decided to build a life and start a family together, Lincoln became home.
Family is at the center of my life and has a tremendous influence on the way I think about our community and the decisions I make as a councilmember. I want Lincoln to remain a place where families can build strong lives, raise children, create memories, and feel connected to the people around them.
A Life of Service
My understanding of service began when I was young.
When I was 14, a man in our church congregation broke his back and could no longer take care of his yard. A group of us went over to mow his lawn and help with the yardwork.
A week or two later, a simple thought occurred to me:
His back isn’t healed yet. Who is mowing his lawn now?
I realized helping him couldn’t just be a one-time activity. I organized a few other boys in our group, and we began rotating the responsibility of taking care of his lawn.
That experience stayed with me. Service isn’t just showing up once. It’s recognizing when someone still needs help and continuing to show up. That lesson has influenced how I approach public service today.
A Problem Solver at Heart
I’ve always enjoyed fixing things. Cars. Engines. Problems. Sometimes it’s something mechanical, and sometimes it’s helping someone work through a challenge.
My professional life eventually led me into the alarm industry and business ownership, where problem-solving, responsibility, relationships, and following through became part of everyday life.
That same instinct is a big part of why I enjoy serving on the City Council. Residents don’t come to us because everything is working perfectly. Usually, they come because something needs attention. My job is to listen, understand the problem, and help determine what we can do about it.
Learning Through Service
My first term on the City Council has taught me a tremendous amount. I’ve learned more about city operations, infrastructure, public safety, budgeting, development, regional partnerships, and the complicated decisions that come before the Council.
I’ve also learned a great deal from individual residents and from working with my fellow councilmembers.
There have been times when I would have approached a conversation or relationship differently knowing what I know today. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is how essential it is to fully understand another person’s perspective — especially when we disagree.
Disagreement doesn’t have to end a working relationship. We can disagree on an issue, preserve mutual respect, find common ground, and continue working toward what is best for Lincoln.
That experience is one of the biggest reasons I am seeking another term. I want to put what I have learned to work for our community.
Outside City Hall
I’m also just Ben. I enjoy working on projects, fixing things, fishing, watching movies, spending time with my family — and making people laugh.
I don’t believe public service requires us to stop being human. We can take the responsibility seriously without taking ourselves too seriously.
At the end of the day, some of my favorite things are pretty simple: family, food and fun.
Priorities
Ben’s priorities for Lincoln
Lincoln is growing, and with that growth comes both opportunity and responsibility. My approach to decisions starts with two basic questions: Are we protecting the rights of the individual? And are we protecting the property of the individual? From there, I look at the long-term impact of our decisions and what will best serve the community as a whole.
Public Safety & Emergency Services
Keeping Lincoln safe is one of the most fundamental responsibilities of local government. As our population grows, our police, fire, and emergency medical services have to grow with it.
That means planning responsibly for staffing, equipment, facilities, and emergency response while also looking for ways to improve the services residents receive. The work underway to strengthen Lincoln’s emergency medical capabilities, including Advanced Life Support services, is an important part of preparing our city for the future.
Public safety isn’t something we can afford to address only after a problem develops. We have to plan ahead.
Fiscal Responsibility
Some of the most difficult decisions on the City Council involve finances. During my first term, I have had to consider decisions I would much rather not make, including increases necessary to prevent critical city funds from being depleted.
Those experiences reinforced something important for me: fiscal responsibility doesn’t always mean choosing the easiest or most popular answer. Sometimes it means making a difficult decision today so we don’t create a much larger problem for residents tomorrow.
City government has a responsibility to use public resources carefully, plan for the long term, and be transparent with residents about why financial decisions are necessary.
Responsible Growth & Infrastructure
Growth has to work for the people who already live here as well as the people who will call Lincoln home in the future. New development affects roads, public safety, utilities, parks, schools, traffic, and the overall character of our community.
As Lincoln considers future development and annexation, I believe those decisions should be thoughtful and should account for the infrastructure and services necessary to support that growth.
Growth itself isn’t the goal. The goal is a strong, sustainable community where infrastructure and services keep pace with the people who depend on them.
Economic Development & the Regional Airport
Lincoln has opportunities to strengthen our local economy and create a more sustainable financial future for the city. The Lincoln Regional Airport is one of those opportunities.
As the city continues working on the airport’s future, I want us to look carefully at how this important asset can contribute to economic development while serving the long-term interests of Lincoln residents.
A stronger local economy can help provide the resources necessary to support public safety, infrastructure, parks, and other city services without placing the entire burden on residents.
Addressing Homelessness Through Partnership
Homelessness is a complicated issue that government cannot solve by itself. During my time on the Council, I have seen the importance of collaboration between local government, nonprofit organizations, service providers, and members of the community who genuinely care about helping individuals.
I want to see those relationships become even stronger. My hope is that the connection between government and community organizations can become so effective that it feels almost seamless — people working together, understanding their roles, and helping individuals get connected with the right resources.
The measure of success isn’t simply having another government program. It’s whether we’re actually helping people and improving our community.
A Government That Listens
Residents should feel that their city government belongs to them. One of the things I value most about serving on the Council is talking directly with residents — including people who are frustrated or disagree with me.
Criticism doesn’t automatically mean someone is an opponent. Sometimes a person simply wants to know that someone listened and took their concern seriously.
I want residents to know that when they come to me, my first responsibility is to understand their situation. You don’t have to agree with me to be heard, respected, and valued.
Endorsements
Proudly supported by our community
I’m grateful for the trust and support of the people who believe in my service to Lincoln. Serving on the City Council is not something I take for granted. Every endorsement represents someone willing to put their name behind my character, my record, and my commitment to this community.
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Whether your contribution is large or small, I appreciate your willingness to support the campaign and help us continue getting our message out to the community.
Let’s keep working for Lincoln
There is more work to do
I am grateful for the opportunity I’ve had to serve this community. I’ve learned a tremendous amount during my first term, built relationships throughout Lincoln and our region, and gained an even deeper appreciation for the responsibility that comes with serving on the City Council.
I’m asking for your support so I can put that experience to work for Lincoln for another four years.
Ben Brown
Lincoln City Council