Richmond City Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

Matthew Singh is a Phoenix native, software engineer, and occasional Uber driver, who was inspired to civic engagement after witnessing the homelessness crisis. As a precinct committeeman, Singh aims to provide residents of Phoenix with a voice and representation in city government.

Priorities: Tackling homelessness · Safer neighborhoods · Lower taxes

Brandon Evans is a candidate for Richmond City Council District 3. A Richmond native, he has served as a community organizer, nonprofit leader, and political campaign consultant, and on the city's Economic Development and Planning Commissions. He holds degrees in Urban Studies and City Planning and Public Leadership.

Priorities: Create a Youth Opportunity Fund and employment pipelines, fully fund YouthWORKS, and advocate for a Youth Hiring Fair. · Address affordable housing by protecting tenants, preserving existing units, and producing new ones, and advocate for expanded senior housing and community centers.

Doria Robinson is a third-generation Richmond resident and the Executive Director of Urban Tilth, a community-based organization dedicated to cultivating a sustainable, healthy, and just food system. She currently serves as a Councilmember for Richmond City Council District 3 and was appointed to the California State Food and Agriculture Commission.

Priorities: Housing for ALL · Economic Development & Green Jobs · Healthy Neighborhoods

Claudia Jimenez was elected to the Richmond City Council in 2020, representing District 6. An immigrant from Colombia, she previously worked as an architect designing affordable housing and holds a Master's degree in Environmental Planning from UC Berkeley. On the council, Jimenez has focused on improving city services, public spaces, and financial stability for the community, advocating for social equity and environ

Priorities: Improve public spaces, parks, community centers, and libraries to be accessible, appropriate for all residents, clean, and in great condition. · Make Richmond’s streets safe, accessible to all, green, and equitable. · Continue investing in violence prevention and community safety through holistic and life-affirming services.