Mill Valley City 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.

Katherine Jones28.5%
5,511 votes
Caroline Joachim(incumbent)27.4%
5,297 votes
Urban Carmel(incumbent)26.1%
5,047 votes

Updated at 7:57 PM PT on Dec 3, 2024
Marin 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.

Urban Carmel

  • Mill Valley City Council Member
  • Housing: “I’m a former chair of our Planning Commission and, as a Council member, led the development of our housing plan and new affordable housing.”
  • Climate Change: “I’ve led our sustainability actions, including the development of our Climate Action Plan.”
  • Budget: “With a degree from The Wharton School of business, I’ve led our efforts to create a long-range plan to keep Mill Valley financially strong.”

Caroline Joachim

  • Mill Valley City Council Member
  • Inclusivity: “Since being elected in 2023 to City Council, I’ve worked on initiatives to make Mill Valley more inclusive and responsive to residents’ needs.”
  • Transparency: “I believe in transparent governance and will continue to actively seek your input on decisions that shape our community.”
  • Community: “With your support, I’ll build on our progress, leveraging my experience, work ethic, and deep community connections to ensure Mill Valley remains a vibrant place.”

Mike Koo

  • Foreign service officer 
  • Public Service: “Throughout my career, I have been focused on serving others.”
  • Education: “If elected, my focus will be on the key aspects which make our home what it is. Partnering with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure Mill Valley schools continue to be the gold standard in education.”
  • Housing: “Collaborating with housing authorities to ensure growth and diversity consistent with the existing charm and culture of our city.”

Leah Curtis

  • Emergency management 
  • Emergency Preparedness: “I support the whole community in preparing for disasters and emergencies.”
  • Public Safety: “Issues like public safety, housing, and a sense of belonging affect residents of all ages and backgrounds.”
  • Housing: “As a first-time mom and long-term renter, I know how difficult it is to find a permanent home here.”

Katherine Jones

  • Parks and Recreation Commissioner/environmental consultant 
  • Small Businesses: “Growing up the child of a local public-school teacher and a restaurateur, I have seen firsthand the challenges of running a small business in Marin and the vital role they play in creating vibrant and safe communities.”
  • Conservation: “I worked collaboratively to secure public funding for projects to protect and restore public lands, improve bike and pedestrian access and safety, build playgrounds and parks, and make Marin more resilient to the threats of sea-level rise and wildfires.”
  • Priorities: “Working together, we can protect our small-town character and address traffic and safety concerns while supporting economic vitality and workforce housing.”

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