Ben Clark was originally appointed to City Council Place 1 in August of 2025 and was elected into office in May of 2026. Council Member Clark has been a resident of Aledo since 2017 and is the proud father of four children, three of whom have attended Aledo schools. With more than 30 years of accounting experience and multiple financial certifications, Ben brings a strong background in fiscal management to his role on City Council. He has been actively involved in the community through service on several local committees, including the Home Rule Charter Committee and the Planning & Zoning Commission, as well as supporting Aledo High School booster clubs for baseball, soccer and cheer. Ben is eager to collaborate with fellow council members to serve the citizens of Aledo.