Residents interested in running for City Council or PUSD Board of Education can pick up nomination documents with the City Clerk by appointment starting Monday, July 15.

On November 5, Piedmont voters will elect candidates to fill two seats on the City Council and three on Board of Education. Councilmember Conna McCarthy and Board of Education members Hilary Cooper and Veronica Anderson Thigpen are eligible to run for a second term, while Mayor Jen Cavenaugh and Board of Education member Cory Smegal are termed out.

Make an appointment to get started

The nomination process can be complicated and filing deadlines are strict, so interested residents should get started as soon as possible.

If you’re interested in running:

1. Make an appointment to get your candidate documents: Contact the City Clerk’s office at (510) 420-3040 or [email protected] to schedule your appointment. At your appointment, the City Clerk will walk you through the nomination process, reviewing documents, deadlines, and rules. Plan to spend 30-60 minutes.

2. Review the basics of the process online: Prepare for your appointment by reviewing information about running for office on the City website. This will give you an idea of what to expect and an opportunity to identify questions you want to ask during your appointment.

3. File your nomination documents by August 9. Nomination documents must be filed in person at the City Clerk’s office. It’s a good idea to file documents early so you have time to correct any issues.

A list of people who have pulled or filed nomination papers will be available at piedmont.ca.gov/vote2024. City Council and Board of Education are volunteer positions.

Find more information about the November 2024 election or running for office, visit piedmont.ca.gov/elections. With questions, contact City Clerk Anna Brown at (510) 420-3040.