Tom Butt
Architect, Recovered Politician, Historic Preservationist and Author
This web page started as a political campaign resource in the early 1990s. After 28 years on the Richmond City Council and eight years as elected mayor, I termed out in 2023, having served longer continuously than anyone in Richmond history. I have now reverted full-time to the architectural profession.
I started the blog TOM BUTT E-FORUM in 2000 to fill in the gaps and misinformation from traditional journalism. Although I have transitioned away from the predominantly community and political content , I have continued the E-FORUM, and the Archives are probably the best resource available for Richmond political history 2000 – 2023.
Latest E-FORUM Articles
2026 Veterans Day Events Around Contra Costa County
Richmond has not had a Veterans Day event for many years. Back when John Marquez, Nat Bates and I were on the City Council, we would adopt a Veterans Day resolution and have a brief ceremony. Richmond does have VFW Post 8399, located in the Veterans Memorial...
Nov. 17 Presentation: The Amazing Rich History of Point San Pablo
___________________ Bruce Beyaert, TRAC Chair baytrailtrac@gmail.com Mobile 510-789-3078 http://www.pointrichmond.com/baytrail/ http://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/109/TRAC This email...
VISITORS WELCOME — Rotary – Meeting Friday, November 6, 2026 | Rowla
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at the Richmond Golf Club on Friday, November 6, 12:30pm. PLEASE NOTE: The gate code is #8631 Rowland Freedom Center Military History Museum Jennifer House With America Celebrating 250...
Complaints filed over Measure Q campaign videos filmed in Richmond Fir
LAW OFFICE OF DANIEL BUTT FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2026 · Contact: Daniel R. Butt, daniel@buttlaw.com, (510) 255-1094 Complaints filed over Measure Q campaign videos filmed in Richmond Fire Station 66 Richmond resident asks District Attorney, Attorney...
Remembering John Geluardi
Investigative journalist John Geluardi died yesterday after suffering a stroke. John was an extraordinary, award-winning investigative reporter, writing for multiple publications, including the West County Times, Pacific Sun, East Bay Express, Oakland...
Richmond Promise
Richmond Promise invites you to their 2026 Fall Fundraiser on Friday, November 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at COBIZ (1503 Macdonald Ave., Richmond, CA). Please RSVP using the link below or by scanning the QR code in the attached flyer:...