Emeryville Races

Results are a combination of data provided by the Associated Press (AP) and county election offices. The AP calls winners by analyzing vote tallies and other election data. Check marks are used to denote a winner only when the AP calls a race.

City Council

Top three candidates win seat.

Courtney Welch(incumbent)23.3%
2,554 votes
Sukhdeep Kaur(incumbent)20.7%
2,261 votes
Matthew Solomon18.8%
2,054 votes

Updated at 7:43 PM PT on Nov 20, 2024
Alameda County

What does a council member do?

City and town council members can propose new city ordinances and vote on a range of issues, including housing development, business ventures and contracts. They also help draft the city or town budget.

Candidate Statements

Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.

Mia Esperanza Brown

  • Community relations coordinator
  • Experience: “My work as a community ambassador for local, small, women-owned, minority-owned, and LGBTQIA business enterprises has been marked by my diligence and productivity in securing and sustaining business opportunities for these vital sectors.”
  • Housing: “As a renter in Emeryville, I have faced firsthand challenges with tenant issues often overlooked by large property management companies.”
  • Small Businesses: “Strong labor rights and worker wages should go hand in hand in revitalizing our small businesses.”

Sam Gould

  • Video game developer
  • Priorities: “I believe we must build more housing for all income levels, foster our small business and artist communities, and continue to set an example in environmental leadership.”
  • Public Safety: “I will focus on real solutions to … prioritize addressing public safety concerns.”
  • Transportation: “I understand the need to combat the recent rise in traffic violence and make our city accessible to those of all ages and abilities by reimagining how we use our streets and public spaces.”

Matthew Solomon

  • Climate change analyst 
  • Experience: “I work as a climate change analyst and researcher where I leverage data to inform climate policy recommendations.”
  • Priorities: “More abundant, affordable, and low-carbon housing; safe and sustainable transportation infrastructure for walking, biking, and taking public transit; and maintaining a balanced budget while supporting our local businesses, artists, and public safety to increase Emeryville’s vibrancy.”
  • Collaboration: “I would prioritize collaboration with constituents, businesses, employees, and city staff.”

Calvin Dillahunty

  • Telecommunications manager 
  • Experience: “With my experience in corporate America as a digital transformation consultant, I focused on generating revenue for companies, bringing them into the 21st century and negotiating deals.”
  • Priorities: “I am a determined individual with a strong sense of integrity and dedicated to attracting businesses to Emeryville without compromising on ethics.”
  • Public Safety: “Safety in Emeryville is vital, and I am committed to collaborating with local law enforcement to ensure public safety.”

Sukhdeep Kaur

  • Emeryville City Council Member
  • Environment: “Since being appointed, I voted to: allocate $1 million for tree planting to improve the environment; ban turf installation in new developments to support pollinators and increase biodiversity; restrict gas-powered leaf blowers; and electrify city vehicles.”
  • Housing: “I allocated part of a $575,000 pro-housing accessibility grant for pre-ADA multi-unit dwellings, voted to explore rent stabilization.”
  • Priorities: “If reelected, I will continue to prioritize smart growth, improved quality of life, and improve community, businesses, arts, and innovation in Emeryville.”
  • www.sukhdeepkaur4emeryville.com

Courtney Welch

  • Emeryville City Council Member
  • Accomplishments: “Installed citywide license plate readers, keeping residents safe; expanded affordable housing options; prioritized prevention of organized mail and retail theft; maintained city infrastructure, and protected our fiscal solvency.”
  • Priorities: “Maintaining quality city services, keeping public spaces safe/clean, supporting small businesses, addressing blight, continue implementing effective solutions to homelessness.”
  • Transportation: “Increasing pedestrian and cyclist safety and maintaining our beloved Emery-Go-Round service, serving hundreds of residents.”
  • www.CourtneyforEmeryville.com

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