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Michael P. Cahill sworn in for seventh term; vows balanced budget and civility

Beverly City Council and Beverly School Committee · January 5, 2026
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Michael P. Cahill was sworn in as Beverly mayor and used his inaugural address to highlight fiscal challenges for the coming year, pledge a people-first approach and urge civility in public life.

Michael P. Cahill was sworn in as mayor of the City of Beverly on Jan. 5, 2026, at an inauguration ceremony at Beverly High School where he pledged to prioritize respectful governance and to produce a balanced city budget for the next fiscal year.

Cahill, who took the oath of office administered by City Clerk Lisa Kent, used his inaugural address to thank longtime city staff and volunteers, note the city's…

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