Moving Newburyport Forward

Sean Reardon, his wife Jessie and their 3 kids at Market Landing Park

Why I am running

Newburyport is thriving, but there’s more work to do.

Over the past three years, I’ve been honored to serve as your Mayor, leading with a vision for a stronger, more resilient, and more connected Newburyport. Together, we’ve made tremendous progress—investing in infrastructure, sustainability, public safety, housing, and community services to improve the lives of all residents.

Now, I’m running for re-election to continue building on this momentum and ensure that Newburyport remains a place where families, businesses, and individuals can grow and thrive.

Accomplishments over the past 4 years

- Paved over 50 streets and implemented a rolling 5-year streets and sidewalks plan
- Opened the new state-of-the-art John F. Cutter Jr. West End Fire Station, the City’s first ‘net zero’ municipal building, improving public safety and sustainability
- Advanced the Lower Atkinson Common traffic safety project, enhancing park access and stormwater management to reduce flooding
- Replaced 120 downtown streetlights with LED fixtures, improving sustainability, accessibility, and safety
- Completed the Philips Drive drainage project to mitigate flooding in this neighborhood
- Completed Market Landing Park improvements, enhancing a key public space
- Completed the waterfront bulkhead project to strengthen our shoreline
- Completed the Federal Navigation Channel Dredge Project, restoring Plum Island’s coastline with much-needed sand nourishment
- Launched the Nock Middle School tennis courts project to expand athletic opportunities
- Made major investments in parks, consolidating the Parks Division under Public Services for better efficiency and maintenance
- Expanded our composting program to schools, City Hall, and the Senior Community Center
- Increased the Smart Growth District near the train station and updated Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning regulations to align with the Affordable Homes Act
- Advanced the Brown School Adaptive Reuse Project, creating affordable senior housing
- Facilitated a friendly 40B development to bring much-needed housing to the vacant Kmart site
- Designed Newburyport High School as an Innovation Career Pathways District in the Environmental and Life Sciences Sector
- Created the annual Public and Community Service Awards to honor those who make a difference in our city
- Purchased 59 Low St., the future home of Newburyport Recreation and Youth Services
- Progressed designs toward a new Recreation and Youth Services Center, ensuring more opportunities for our community members
- Developed a new Capital Improvement Plan, setting the stage for long-term growth and smart investments

Endorsements

“Mayor Sean Reardon is a thoughtful, effective leader who puts his community first. From strengthening Newburyport’s infrastructure to investing in education and affordable housing, I have been impressed with Mayor Reardon’s commitment to improving the lives of all residents of Newburyport. I’m proud to endorse him for re-election.”

Governor Maura Healey

“Sean understands the challenges and opportunities that come with leading a city. He’s been a great partner to protect Newburyport’s coastline, support families, and preserve the character of the community through a resident-focused, long-term vision for Newburyport. I am proud to support Mayor Reardon.”

Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

“Sean Reardon gets things done for Newburyport. Whether it’s bringing in federal funding for the waterfront, making our streets safer, or standing up for small businesses and schools, Sean’s focused on what really matters for families here. He leads with integrity, and I’m proud to support him and keep working together to move Newburyport forward.”