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Below you will find videos & campaign information for each candidate running for Ward Councilor in the City of Lynn. Lynn has 7 wards, each one with a councilor. During this election cycle the Councilors in wards 3, 5, 6, & 7 ran unopposed. The other races that LCTV is covering are…

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Candidate Bios

The candidates listed below have collected the required number of signatures to be on the ballot for the City of Lynn’s Preliminary Election. Candidates were asked to provide a picture & campaign information, which have been listed below. If there is no information listed that means the candidate declined to participate or missed the deadline to submit.

Incumbents in the following wards are running unopposed this election cycle.

  • WARD 3: Coco Alinsug
  • WARD 5: Dianna Chakoutis
  • WARD 6: Fred Hogan
  • WARD 7: Jay Walsh

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates in Wards 1 & 4 were eliminated during the Preliminary Election, as only 2 candidates may advance per Ward. The profiles of the candidates that were eliminated have been removed, and the candidates below will all appear on the ballot November 7th.

Separated by Ward, then in alphabetical order
Click each name to see the candidate’s information
* denotes an incumbent

Ward 1
Dr. Peter Meaney

Dr. Peter Meaney

I am running for city councilor in Ward 1 as a father, homeowner, and business owner. My focus is on serving the community, ensuring safety, and meeting the needs of residents. I will begin by working to reinstate emergency services at the Lynnfield St fire station and remodel Gowdy Park.

The needs of Ward 1 will always be my top priority as I bring my knowledge and passion to the councilor’s chambers. Together, let us continue to work harder for Ward 1!

Please click here to watch Peter’s individual Candidate profile video

Jeffrey Newhall

Jeffrey Newhall

As a lifelong resident of Ward 1 it’s is my pleasure to ask you for your vote in the upcoming election. I have served as an elected official in Lynn previously (2001-2009 on the School Committee) as well as serving on the Manning Field Commission. I am currently the Director of Athletics and Campus Operations at St. Mary’s in Lynn.

Please click here to watch Jeff’s individual Candidate profile video

I am running for city councilor in Ward 1 as a father, homeowner, and business owner. My focus is on serving the community, ensuring safety, and meeting the needs of residents. I will begin by working to reinstate emergency services at the Lynnfield St fire station and remodel Gowdy Park.

The needs of Ward 1 will always be my top priority as I bring my knowledge and passion to the councilor’s chambers. Together, let us continue to work harder for Ward 1!

Please click here to watch Peter’s individual Candidate profile video

As a lifelong resident of Ward 1 it’s is my pleasure to ask you for your vote in the upcoming election. I have served as an elected official in Lynn previously (2001-2009 on the School Committee) as well as serving on the Manning Field Commission. I am currently the Director of Athletics and Campus Operations at St. Mary’s in Lynn.

Please click here to watch Jeff’s individual Candidate profile video

Ward 2

Elizabeth Figueroa

Elizabeth Figueroa

Elizabeth is a community leader & running again for WARD 2 Council. She’s a wife, Foster Mom, dog owner, & a mother of two boys born & raised in Lynn; both graduated from Lynn public schools; one is an honored Military Veteran & father of Elizabeth’s Grandkids, & the other graduated from a college this year.

She grew up most of her young adulthood in Lynn & has lived here for over 35 years, eight in Ward 2- She is a Domestic Violence Survivor who managed to graduate from College with a B.A. in C.J. & two subtitles (Social Worker & Political Science. Her education & 29yrs social justice background work experience in B.H./SA-Mental Health, Domestic violence, Senior affordable housing, & Volunteer work before/during & after covid 19 made her worthy of being a Lynn Community Org—board member.

Please click here to watch Elizabeth’s individual Candidate profile video

Obed Matul

Obed Matul

I was born in Guatemala and have lived in Lynn since I was 8 years old. I graduated Lynn English High School and hold a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from Emmanuel College. I am a home owner and business owner in Ward 2.

I am a board member of several organizations such as NSLBA and His Love Foundation as well as active member of the Lynn Chamber and other organizations. I am committed to bringing change and unity for our Ward. I will represent and be the voice of all Ward 2 residents.

Please click here to watch Obed’s individual Candidate profile video

Elizabeth is a community leader & running again for WARD 2 Council. She’s a wife, Foster Mom, dog owner, & a mother of two boys born & raised in Lynn; both graduated from Lynn public schools; one is an honored Military Veteran & father of Elizabeth’s Grandkids, & the other graduated from a college this year.

She grew up most of her young adulthood in Lynn & has lived here for over 35 years, eight in Ward 2- She is a Domestic Violence Survivor who managed to graduate from College with a B.A. in C.J. & two subtitles (Social Worker & Political Science. Her education & 29yrs social justice background work experience in B.H./SA-Mental Health, Domestic violence, Senior affordable housing, & Volunteer work before/during & after covid 19 made her worthy of being a Lynn Community Org—board member.

Please click here to watch Elizabeth’s individual Candidate profile video

I was born in Guatemala and have lived in Lynn since I was 8 years old. I graduated Lynn English High School and hold a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from Emmanuel College. I am a home owner and business owner in Ward 2.

I am a board member of several organizations such as NSLBA and His Love Foundation as well as active member of the Lynn Chamber and other organizations. I am committed to bringing change and unity for our Ward. I will represent and be the voice of all Ward 2 residents.

Please click here to watch Obed’s individual Candidate profile video

ward 4

Donna Coppola

Donna Coppola

Graduate of NSCC and University of Mass BostonElected 12 terms to Lynn Scchool Committee Member of MBT board, Mass Senior Action, NSLC woman’s committee, Lynn Democratic Committee, friends of Lynn Nahant beach and former union member CWA, AFSCME and UAW.

Please click here to watch Donna’s individual Candidate profile video

Natasha Megie-Maddrey

Natasha Megie-Maddrey

As the daughter of Haitian/Dominican immigrants, Natasha knows the importance of hard work and giving back. Natasha was the first in her family to go to college. She earned her B.A. from Regis College in Western MA with a major in Political Science and a minor in Sociology. She then continued her education by earning her J.D from New England School of Law.

Natasha is excited to be running for Ward 4 City Councilor. She has lived with her husband in Lynn for over 25 years and is the proud mother of five children ages 16-26. Natasha’s campaign at its core is about her being an advocate in the community and her pure desire to bring your voice to the Lynn City Council so together we can improve the lives of everyone that lives in Ward 4.

Please click here to watch Natasha’s individual Candidate profile video

Graduate of NSCC and University of Mass BostonElected 12 terms to Lynn Scchool Committee Member of MBT board, Mass Senior Action, NSLC woman’s committee, Lynn Democratic Committee, friends of Lynn Nahant beach and former union member CWA, AFSCME and UAW.

Please click here to watch Donna’s individual Candidate profile video

As the daughter of Haitian/Dominican immigrants, Natasha knows the importance of hard work and giving back. Natasha was the first in her family to go to college. She earned her B.A. from Regis College in Western MA with a major in Political Science and a minor in Sociology. She then continued her education by earning her J.D from New England School of Law.

Natasha is excited to be running for Ward 4 City Councilor. She has lived with her husband in Lynn for over 25 years and is the proud mother of five children ages 16-26. Natasha’s campaign at its core is about her being an advocate in the community and her pure desire to bring your voice to the Lynn City Council so together we can improve the lives of everyone that lives in Ward 4.

Please click here to watch Natasha’s individual Candidate profile video


Candidate Forums & MEET THE CANDIDATE EVENTS

Below will be links to recordings for all Ward Councilor forums & Meet The Candidate events that we record. These will typically be made available within 48 hours, and will be linked below when they are released.

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Candidate Profile Videos

LCTV contacted all candidates running for elected office with an offer to record a video talking to Lynn voters. Below is a compilation video of all the Ward Council candidate videos, with candidates order of Ward and then in alphabetical order. Individual videos are available on our YouTube channel and are linked in the candidate’s bio above.

Candidate Profiles will be airing on our Government Channel (Comcast: 22 / Verizon: 37) every day at 7AM, 2PM, & 8PM. They will air in groupings of candidates in order of Councilor At-Large, Ward Councilor, & School Committee. If a city meeting we broadcast live is scheduled (City Council or School Committee) that meeting will play instead of these videos during the allotted time.

LCTV reached out to all candidates during this election cycle multiple times. If a candidate does not appear it means that they either missed the deadline to confirm recording or declined to participate.


If any information listed is incorrect or missing please let us know by sending Riley an email or calling 781-780-9460.

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