September 6, 2017   
Community Forum this Saturday to hear from the District Attorney candidates
Learn about role of the DA's Office and ask questions of the candidates
The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors has the responsibility under state law to appoint an interim District Attorney (DA) to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of former DA Mark Peterson.

The Board of Supervisors will interview the five finalist candidates at its September 12 public meeting, which starts at 9 am. A final decision may be made that day, or at the following board meeting on September 19, 2017. The public is invited to provide input at our meetings.

This Saturday, a coalition of community organizations (listed on the flyer) are sponsoring a Community Forum to hear from the five DA candidates with an opportunity for the public to ask questions. I will be speaking at this Forum and providing my comments about the importance of this appointment.

WHAT:  Community Forum to hear from Contra Costa Interim DA candidates and ask questions

WHEN:  Saturday, September 9, 1 pm to 3 pm

WHERE:  Miracle Temple, 2425 Cutting Blvd,, Richmond

MORE: There will be a presentation on the role and importance of the DA followed by presentations from the candidates and questions to them.
For more information, contact tamisha@safereturnproject.org (925) 335-6738

This is an important appointment. The DA is a major stakeholder in our County's justice system and makes the final determination about who is prosecuted. 

I strongly believe that the new DA must bring values of integrity, equity, empathy and fairness to the office.

The new DA should understand the importance of justice reform and commit to support the work of the Racial Justice Task Force in addressing the disproportionate involvement of people of color in our justice system.
Respectfully,
John  
John Gioia
Supervisor, District One 
Contra Costa County 
11780 San Pablo Avenue, Suite D 
El Cerrito, CA  94530 
510-231-8686 Phone