Linton and Guerin Win Cambridge Council Seats
New council members Mark Linton and David Guerin secured narrow victories in the latest municipal elections.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Elections
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Mark Linton and David Guerin won city council seats in Ward 2 and Ward 7, respectively, following a close municipal election. Both candidates are now preparing to join the Cambridge council.
Why it matters
The outcome of these ward races determines the representative composition of the local legislative body in Cambridge. These narrow victories reflect the current political preference of residents within their respective districts.
Mark Linton won the Ward 2 race by a margin of 29 votes out of 2,639 total cast for the two candidates. David Guerin secured his seat in Ward 7 with a victory margin of 61 votes.
The players
Mark Linton
Mark Linton is a newly elected member of the Cambridge city council representing Ward 2.
David Guerin
David Guerin is a newly elected member of the Cambridge city council representing Ward 7.
Mike Devine
Mike Devine is the unsuccessful candidate who ran against Mark Linton in the Ward 2 council election.
Manuel da Silva
Manuel da Silva is the unsuccessful candidate who ran against David Guerin in the Ward 7 council election.
The details
Mark Linton defeated Mike Devine in Ward 2, while David Guerin emerged victorious over Manuel da Silva in the Ward 7 contest. Both winners are moving forward with preparations to assume their positions on the council.
Timeline
October 31, 2026
Political Context
Opponents or local advocacy groups may contest the closeness of these races, as narrow margins often spark calls for formal recounts or audits of the ballot process. Such scrutiny is common in local elections where a few dozen votes can decide the representative for an entire ward.
These election results directly impact residents of Ward 2 and Ward 7, who will now be represented by Linton and Guerin on local policy and infrastructure decisions. Citizens in these wards should monitor upcoming council meeting agendas to see how their new representatives address neighborhood concerns.
The takeaway
Narrow electoral victories like these highlight the importance of every single vote in local municipal contests. Residents in affected wards should engage early with their new council members to ensure their community priorities are heard.
Further reading
For more information on the local political landscape, visit Cambridge Elections.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Record.
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