Candidate Statement: Jamin Pursell for Richmond City Council District 4

For sixteen years, I’ve proudly called Richmond home and worked alongside neighbors across District 4 to strengthen our community. I’m running for City Council because our community deserves stronger leadership focused on solving problems and delivering results for our neighborhoods.

Richmond City Council Candidate Experience and Qualifications

As an Economic Development Commissioner and small business owner, I understand what it takes to strengthen our local economy and support working families. I’ve served on Richmond’s Reimagining Public Safety Task Force and the Contra Costa Hazardous Materials Commission, working to improve public safety, environmental protection, and coordination between local agencies. I also helped build Richmond Rainbow Pride into a major community event that celebrates our city’s diversity and brings residents together. My priorities are clear.

District 4 Candidate Priority: Public Safety and First Responders

I will increase police staffing while strengthening partnerships with community organizations to improve safety, visibility, and neighborhood trust. I will support our first responders, improve emergency preparedness, and restore critical staffing in code enforcement so our neighborhoods remain safe, clean, and well-maintained.

Candidate Platform: Small Business and Career Opportunities

I joined the Economic Development Committee for one simple reason: Richmond’s future depends on how strong our local economy is.

I will support small businesses, cut unnecessary red tape, and create career pathways through infrastructure repair, clean energy, and local job growth. A stronger local economy means good jobs, thriving neighborhoods, and stable funding for city services.

Richmond Candidate Commitment: Effective City Government

I will work to fill critical city vacancies, improve coordination between departments, and ensure city services respond quickly and reliably in every neighborhood.

Vote for the Independent Candidate in Richmond District 4

It’s time for stronger, independent leadership that delivers safety, economic opportunity, environmental protection, and reliable city services for every neighborhood.

I respectfully ask for your vote.

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