Why I’m Running for Mayor Again
Can I count on your vote?
After four years of leading Richmond, I’m proudly running for re-election in the June 2, 2026 primary. Can I count on your vote?
Under my leadership, Richmond has maintained a balanced budget and improved its credit rating, increased city staffing, launched community-centered public safety programs, and created real opportunities for small business growth.
Now let’s keep the momentum going — reviving the Port of Richmond, revitalizing downtown, cutting red tape to streamline public services, and promoting the arts along with better parks and sports facilities.
My Wishlist for a Second Term
- Zero homicides in the city of Richmond
- A master plan for downtown Richmond’s future
- A shoreline water taxi service
- Housing and business development at Hilltop Mall
- Moving the Red Oak Victory closer to the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
- Reducing or eliminating Chevron refinery pollution
Economic Growth
- Launched the Macdonald Ave Taskforce in partnership with Councilmember Robinson, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, and the Richmond Main Street Initiative
- Launched “The Lot: Downtown Richmond Food Court” Phase II in downtown Richmond
- City Manager’s office secured and is managing more than $268.6 million in grants
Public Safety
- Ended the year with the lowest number of homicides in Richmond’s recorded history
- Delivered traffic safety and calming improvements in over 20 locations
Community Building
- Officially sold Point Molate to East Bay Regional Parks
- Established a new sister city relationship with Sebastia, Nablus
- Completed the allocation of all $27.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds
- Worked with the City Clerk’s Office to appoint 60 commissioners in 2025 — the most in the last four years
Meet Eduardo
My Story
I was born in 1949 in Dumas, Texas. After moving to the Bay Area in the 1970s, I earned a BA in Liberal Arts and a Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential from San Francisco State. I began my teaching career in 1989 and spent many years in the West Contra Costa County Unified School District before retiring in 2010.
As a longtime resident of Richmond, I care deeply about this community. Since winning a seat on the Richmond City Council in 2014, I’ve been a strong advocate for protecting the environment, strengthening the police review process, raising the minimum wage, stabilizing rents, and redirecting public money from jail expansion to public services.
I’m not a career politician — I’m a retired teacher who believes in showing up for my neighbors. That’s what brought me to the City Council, and that’s what drives me every day as your Mayor.