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Background & Profile
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Longtime Haverhill resident – Born in Lynn, moved here in 1981; graduated from Haverhill High ‘88
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Earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Western New England University in 2005.
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Public safety professional – Served in the Marines before joining Essex County Sheriff’s Dept. and then Haverhill Police in 1997. Recently retired after 26 years on the force and 32 years of law enforcement service combined.
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Homeowner and taxpayer - Guy owns his home and has lived and raised his family here.
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Community leader & actor – Served as VP of the Haverhill Police Relief Association for 19 years and union treasurer. Also appeared in films like Spotlight, The Equalizer, Honest Thief, Father of the Year, Hubie Halloween and more.
🗳️ Political Experience
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Ran for mayor in 2021 (didn't advance).
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2023 mayoral run – Narrowly qualified for the general election and campaigned on public safety, education, infrastructure, and downtown vibrancy
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Council bid in 2025 – Filed nomination papers and is on the ballot representing Ward 4
🏙️ Key Issues & Vision
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Public Safety – Advocates fully staffed police and fire services, including a new firehouse in Ayers Village, and updated equipment.
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Education & Schools – Supports well-resourced, modern school facilities and aides to spur student engagement.
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Downtown Development – Promotes economic growth with parking, community events, arts, and a potential music/theater venue.
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Infrastructure & Housing – Emphasizes upgrading roads, water/sewer systems before expanding population; balanced approach to new housing.
🎤 Style & Approach
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A hands‑on communicator, Guy has engaged in candidate forums (including a popular high‑school lightning round), podcasts, a mayoral debate and other public forums).
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Known for collaborative leadership—seeking to balance budgets responsibly, mobilize community input, and work alongside state/federal partners.
✅ Why Vote for Guy Cooper?
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Deep Haverhill roots & service experience – his life and career have been tied to the city he now seeks to represent at the Council level.
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Public safety knowledge – intimately familiar with first responder needs and community protections.
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Community-first approach – champions local schools, infrastructure, small businesses, and richer downtown cultural life.





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