My understanding of the current pickleball situation is that the town acted with good intentions by refurbishing long‑neglected tennis courts using grant funding. Unfortunately, because of the geography of the area, the new courts sit lower than several nearby homes, creating a level of noise that has understandably frustrated residents. In response, the town implemented…

As an Independent candidate for Town Council, my focus remains centered on supporting the people of Smithfield. With that in mind, I recently sat down with Nick DiCenzo of Channel 0 Local News to discuss my candidacy and the issues that matter most to our community. I appreciate the time and effort Nick puts into…

It’s pretty exciting to see different sources starting to pick up my campaign. Jacquelyn Moorehead of the Valley Breeze and Observer has released an article on my campaign, summarizing my prior press release. You can find the article here:

Contact:Ian McLeanian@ianmcleanforsmithfield.com401-757-0426http://www.ianmcleanforsmithfield.com Date:8/3/2026 Ian McLean Announces Candidacy for Smithfield Town Council in the November 2026 General Election Smithfield, RI — Ian McLean has announced that he will be a candidate for the Smithfield Town Council in the November 2026 general election. McLean currently serves as Chair of the Budget and Financial Review Board (BFRB), where he…