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
West Side Forum: Darryl Brock and the Historical Baseball Novel
Tomorrow night will be special. We will be launching a new organization, the West Side Forum, dedicated to bringing you talks, presentations, and events of interest to the Point Richmond Community. All programs will be live in the Point Richmond Community...
Miraflores Workday September 22, 2016
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Fundraiser and Reception TODAY for Ahmad Anderson
From: Ahmad Anderson for Richmond Mayor <ahmad@anderson4richmond.com> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2026 3:26 PM To: Tom Butt <tom.butt@intres.com> Subject: Join me for a Fundraiser and Reception TOMORROW! ...
Series Finale This Friday, 9/11 with Los Nadies & The Anthony Paule So
You won't want to miss PRM's 25th Anniversary Season closer on Friday, 9/11! One last summer night of free music! The grand finale is almost here! Join us this Friday, September 11, as Point Richmond Music wraps up our 25th Anniversary Season with one...
Join Me in Protesting the Dismantling of Shipyard 3 History
Kearns and West, the communications firm working for the Port of Richmond as part of the study that involves offshore wind, relocation of the Red Oak Victory and removal of the Whirley Crane will be at Port Day on September 26 form 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Please join me...
Vote East Brother as your favorite Lighthouse Stay!
See https://www.kqed.org/news/12097809/a-trip-to-the-remote-island-lighthouse-in-the-middle-of-san-francisco-bay. From: BDG Awards <awards@bdg.com> Sent: Friday, September 4, 2026 6:23 AM Subject: One week to vote for your favorite Lighthouse Stay!...