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
Cops and Goblins, October 24, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
From: Tom Butt <tom.butt@intres.com> Sent: Monday, October 19, 2026 5:23 PM To: Tom Butt <tom.butt@intres.com> Subject: Cops Sent from my iPhone This email was sent to *|EMAIL|* why did I get...
VISITORS WELCOME — Next Rotary Meeting at La Strada | Friday, October
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at La Strada Restaurant (address below) on Friday, October 23, 12:30pm. Lunch is $35, there will be a selection of homemade dishes to choose from. Deneshia Clemons House of Loving...
Ballot Recommendations November 3, 2026
Looks like I missed some offices: Statewide Governor Xavier Becerra Judicial – All of these are appointed and running unopposed. You can vote or not, but it won’t make any difference. From: Tom Butt Sent: Thursday,...
Seskin November 8th music gathering
From Steve Seskin: Hi all, I am reaching out about the 2nd Sunday music gathering on Sunday November 8th. Please let me know if you’d like to attend. Doors open at 4 pm and the music starts at 4:30 pm. We will have food and drink and attendees can also bring something...
TOM BUTT E-FORUM – VISITORS WELCOME — Next Meeting Friday, October 16, 2026 | Hip Hop F
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at the Richmond Golf Club (address below) on Friday, Month 16, 12:30pm. Marlon Richardson AKA Unlearn The World Hip Hop For Change Executive Director Learn about the arts based Non Profit...
Ballot Recommendations November 3, 2026
I am flattered that a few people have asked me for my voting recommendations on the November 3, 2026, ballot. So here goes: Richmond Item Recommendation Discussion Mayor Ahmad Anderson It is time to take back City from the Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA)....