Brentwood 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.
Top candidate wins seat.
Susannah Meyer60.6%
17,958 votes
Gerald Johnson39.3%
11,649 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County
Top candidate wins seat.
Faye Maloney63.3%
4,203 votes
Anita Roberts36.6%
2,428 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County
Top candidate wins seat.
Jovita Mendoza52.5%
5,121 votes
Brian J. Oftedal47.4%
4,633 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County
Mayor
Top candidate wins seat.
Susannah Meyer60.6%
17,958 votes
Gerald Johnson39.3%
11,649 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County
What does a mayor do?
A mayor’s role varies from city to city. In some jurisdictions, a mayor leads council meetings, but largely has similar responsibilities as other council members: voting on city ordinances, development proposals, contracts and the budget. In San Francisco, the mayor has broader powers to sign or veto bills, oversee city departments and make appointments.
Candidate Statements
Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.
Susannah Meyer
- Vice Mayor, Brentwood/director
- Experience: “In my day job I’m the executive director of a three-county nonprofit serving the needs of seniors and adults with disabilities. This gives me a unique understanding of both sustainable fiscal management and critical social services.”
- Housing: “Too many of our residents commute long distances to work living wage jobs, and the state continues to push for more housing without recognizing the overcrowding of our roads and schools.”
- Growth: “We need to maintain a balance between the Brentwood that was and the Brentwood that can be, and I want to be a part of that balance — recognizing the promise of the future without losing touch with the past.”
- www.susannahmeyer.com
Gerald Johnson
- Planning Commissioner/consultant
- Growth: “As a Brentwood planning commissioner … I have ensured that Brentwood grows responsibly while maintaining its unique character and charm.”
- Economy: “As a two-term president of the Chamber of Commerce, I championed local businesses and worked to strengthen our local economy. … The Chamber is now a driving force for economic development that creates jobs and enhances the quality of life for our residents.”
- Priorities: “I am dedicated to creating a Brentwood where everyone can prosper, with attainable housing, vibrant recreational opportunities for the youth and seniors, inclusive community engagement, and a robust economy that features agritourism and reduces commute times.”
- www.GeraldCJohnson.com
City Council, District 1
Top candidate wins seat.
Faye Maloney63.3%
4,203 votes
Anita Roberts36.6%
2,428 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa 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.
Faye Maloney
- Law enforcement supervisor
- Infrastructure: “As a commuter, I understand the importance of ensuring our infrastructure is maintained and grows along with our city. I will work with others to reduce our commute times and support smart growth within our city limits.”
- Education: “As a parent, I understand the significance of our children’s education and will support schools, students, and school leadership.”
- Homelessness: “As a career law enforcement professional, I understand the urgency in solving our growing homelessness crisis and supporting our local public safety agencies.”
- www.fayeforbrentwood.com
Anita Roberts
- Planning Commissioner/executive
- Dedication: “I am running for City Council because I want to see the best future for the city of Brentwood. But it takes real commitment to get it done.”
- Budget: “My decades of experience in financial consulting, working with multimillion-dollar budgets, grant management, and business development, have prepared me to analyze the long-term effects projects will have on the residents and businesses in Brentwood.”
- Experience: “My experience in local government, finance, and nonprofits qualifies me to take on the challenge to be a strong City Council member who will listen to residents, do the research, analyze data, and find the best solutions for our community.”
City Council, District 3
Top candidate wins seat.
Jovita Mendoza52.5%
5,121 votes
Brian J. Oftedal47.4%
4,633 votes
Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Contra Costa County
Contra Costa 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.
Jovita Mendoza
- Brentwood City Council Member/analytics manager
- Job Growth: “Historically, Brentwood has struggled to create jobs, but I’m thrilled to have boosted job growth with Golden State Orthopedics and Costco. I’m also laser focused on the Innovation Center Business Park.”
- Fire Safety: “I promised to restore faith in emergency services, specifically an understaffed fire department with response times in dire straits.”
- Agriculture: “Let’s preserve Brentwood’s agricultural heritage by supporting our farming community and its workers. We’re now the official ‘U-Pick’ Capital of the United States.”
- www.BetterForBrentwood.com
Brian J. Oftedal
- Firefighter captain/paramedic
- Experience: “I served as the vice president of the Parents Club and chair of the School Site Council, which raises money and supports our schools. I’m a small-business owner myself.”
- Fire Safety: “I helped lead an effort to improve our fire service levels to modern standards and response times, an issue that had dogged the area for decades.”
- Inclusivity: “I’ve learned the importance of listening and inclusion, steering clear of divisive rhetoric, and making sure you can create winning opportunities that are broadly shared and informed.”
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