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
Dance All Night to Western Swing on Red Oak Victory
Disneyland's Wandering Wranglers on Red Oak Victory! One of Disneyland's most popular bands on Red Oak Victory! The Red Oak Victory Western Swing Dust Up Dance August 22 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Dear Tom, We are excited to have one of Disneyland's most popular...
FPPC Resolves Butt Complaint Against Doria Robin with Stipulated Judgm
After over two years, my FPPC complaint against Doria Robnson for incorrectly recusing herself from a vote in violation of the law has been resolved. Just yesterday, the FPPC published a proposed “Stipulation, Decision and Order” agreed to by Doria Robinsion...
TODAY! Last Minute Warning: Wester Swing Pancake Breakfast on Sunday!
Don't miss out on this fun event on the decks of Red Oak Victory! Last Minute Warning! Last Chance to go to Red Oak Victory's Western Swing Pancake Breakfast Sunday, August 9 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Dear Tom, It's coming down to the wire! Aaron Burnham's...
ROV Relocation Cost-Benefit Analysis
The recent discussion about a proposed meeting with Congressman Garamendi to discuss a potential $4 million grant for repairs to the ROV caused me to begin thinking again about the proposed relocation and the future of Historic Shipyard 3. Any funding for the...
TOM BUTT E-FORUM THIS SATURDAY: Richmond Promise to Host 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
THIS SATURDAY: Richmond Promise to Host 10 Year Anniversary Celebration presented by Wells Fargo Advisors on Saturday, August 8 RICHMOND, Calif. — Richmond Promise invites the community to celebrate a decade of establishing a college-graduating...
VISITORS WELCOME Rotary – Next meeting Friday August 7th | Justice At
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at the Richmond Golf Club on Friday, August 7th, 12:30pm. PLEASE NOTE: The gate code is #8631 Rose Mukhar Justice At Last Justice At Last is the only nonprofit law firm in the San...