Hillsborough 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.

Christine Krolik(incumbent)28.7%
3,858 votes
Sophie Cole(incumbent)27.8%
3,728 votes
Laurie Davies Adams26.6%
3,576 votes

Updated at 7:35 PM PT on Nov 20, 2024
San Mateo 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.

Sophie Cole

  • Hillsborough City Council Member
  • Experience: “I have been a practicing internal medicine physician in San Mateo County for over 35 years, and a Hillsborough resident since 1996.”
  • Priorities: “If reelected, I intend to focus on addressing state housing mandates in a manner that upholds the interests of Hillsborough residents, replacing aging infrastructure, building stronger resiliency in the face of extreme weather patterns, and improving telecommunications service throughout the town.”
  • Collaboration: “As a council member, I have demonstrated my ability to listen to the residents, to collaborate with staff and fellow council members.”

Christine Krolik

  • Hillsborough City Council Member
  • Housing “We led the town through the Housing Element process and, with resident input and support, have a certified plan that satisfies the state mandate without rezoning any private property and with minimum impact on the character of our town.”
  • Community Events: “Bringing us together as a community is a continuing goal. My initiatives have included the Memorial Day Parade and Observance Ceremony and Hillsborough Neighborhood Network.”
  • Collaboration: “We are fortunate to have knowledgeable and engaged residents and I appreciate hearing from and collaborating with everyone.”

Jimmy Wu

  • Attorney/broker
  • Experience: “I hold a California Real Estate Broker license … And I am an admitted attorney in California and New York practicing general practice in good standing for 35 years.”
  • Fairness: “I would like to see that our government operates efficiently and fair for all.”
  • Cellphone Reception: “I hear voters have concerns about Verizon cellphone tower reception issues and that Hillsborough can use a good recreation center like Burlingame has.”

Laurie Davies Adams

  • Businesswoman
  • Priorities: “I value Hillsborough’s uniqueness and will serve with diligence, fairness, and innovative thinking on priorities like housing, water, and cell reception.”
  • Fire Safety: “I moderated fire safety and housing discussions for the San Mateo Conflict Resolution Center.”
  • Experience: “My experience includes projects for USDA, EPA, World Bank, OAS, the White House, the State of California, Laguna Honda Hospice, major corporations, universities, farmers, gardeners, and schools … I will bring strong skills: fiscal know-how, strategic planning, design, the willingness to listen, and effective communication.” 
  • adams4hillsborough.com

Jabra Muhawieh

  • Real estate agent
  • Statement pending or not available.

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