Hercules 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.

Alex Walker-Griffin(incumbent)29.4%
7,286 votes
Dilli Bhattarai28.4%
7,038 votes
Tiffany Grimsley(incumbent)27.8%
6,890 votes

Updated at 7:39 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
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.

Kofi Opong-Mensah

  • Businessman/scientist
  • Experience: “I taught chemistry and other science subjects at community colleges and universities. I organize cultural activities. … I own and operate my own business, so I am well aware of planning of resources.”
  • Priorities: “I will also ensure that we create a safer and learning environment to achieve these goals.”
  • Collaboration: “I am passionate about providing every citizen with exceptional opportunities and believe that we must work together to create the best possible future for our citizens.”
  • www.Kofi4Hercules.com

Tiffany Grimsley

  • Hercules City Council Member
  • Statement pending or not available.

Dilli Bhattarai

  • Planning Commissioner/finance
  • Transportation: “He is a strong advocate of the Hercules Hub (train, bus, ferry), intermodal transportation development of the waterfront, and attracting new businesses to the city.”
  • Priorities: “His vision includes improved transportation, upgrading our public parks, and supporting our library, thereby creating a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community where all residents can enjoy a well-deserved, prosperous, and fulfilling life.”
  • Budget: “Dilli’s extensive financial expertise will guide him in fostering sustainable growth for the city’s economic prosperity.”

Alex Walker-Griffin

  • Hercules City Council Member
  • Transportation: “During my first term in office, I have built a record of success. I secured millions of dollars in federal and state resources to finally bring ferry, train, and bus services to the city.”
  • Budget: “I also worked tirelessly to pass a balanced budget and avoid devastating cuts to vital city services.”
  • Priorities: “In the years ahead, I am committed to continuing to attract new businesses and making our city more lively while ensuring it remains a safe place to call home. “

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