Endorsements

#1 in Trusted Elected Leader Endorsements because they know Brian has the skills, track record and collaborative approach to get the job done.

“I’ve been endorsed by Rep. Jared Huffman and four of the sitting supervisors who actually do the job that I’m aspiring to: supervisors Katie Rice, Eric Lucan, Stephanie Moulton-Peters and Mary Sackett. Those endorsements demonstrate that I’m able to both lead and develop the kind of partnerships we need to address local and regional issues in Marin County, our cities and towns, and our unincorporated areas.” – Brian Colbert

• Current Marin County Supervisors
  • Mary Sackett (District 1)
  • Katie Rice (District 2)
  • Stephanie Moulton-Peters (District 3): “I’ve seen Brian in action in leadership roles on the countywide boards we serve on. He does his homework, he listens, he works with all points of view to find solutions, and he gets things done. That’s what you want in an elected official. This, together with his City Council experience, make Brian the best choice for County Supervisor to represent the Ross Valley.”
  • Eric Lucan (Novato)
• San Rafael Mayor Kate Colin
• Sausalito Mayor Melissa Blaustein
• Tiburon Mayor Alice Fredericks
• El Cerrito Mayor Pro Tempore Tessa Rudnick
• Mill Valley Vice Mayor Urban Carmel
• San Rafael Vice Mayor Maika Llorens Gulati
• Belvedere Councilmember Sally Wilkinson
• Corte Madera Councilmember Fred Casissa
• Fairfax Councilmember Bruce Ackerman
• Novato City Councilmember Rachel Farac
• San Anselmo Councilmember Steve Burdo (Mayor, fmr.): “Brian possesses a unique combination of experience, work ethic, and a common sense approach that will serve our community well on the Board of Supervisors. Please join me in supporting Brian for District 2 Supervisor.”
• San Rafael City Councilmember Eli Hill
• San Rafael City Councilmember Maribeth Bushey
• San Rafael City Councilmember Rachel Kertz: “Brian has experienced hate, knows how those acts can tear apart our community and was one of the first people to reach out to me when the Marin Jewish community was targeted with an antisemitic incident. Brian is willing to tackle hard conversation, address the big issues and isn’t afraid to make decisions. As a Supervisor, Brian will bring his councilmember expertise, years of experience of addressing complex regional issues and be able to immediately work on making decisions that will move Marin County forward.”
• Sausalito Councilmember Jill Hoffman
• Tiburon Councilmember Jack Ryan
• College of Marin Trustee Wanden P. Treanor: “I am proud to support you and know you will win.  You are doing all that walking, outreach, and just a great guy, so what’s not to love?  Go for it, you will be great.”
• Ross Valley School District Trustee Chris Landles-Cobb
• Tamalpais Union High School District Trustee, Board President Karen Loebbaka
• Tamalpais Union High School District Trustee Kevin Saavedra: “Brian is the most effective Mayor I’ve seen in my 24 years as a resident of San Anselmo. He has led and supported our town’s growth while maintaining its sense of community, for kids and adults. He has my support for Supervisor.”
• Marin Municipal Water District Board of Directors, President Ranjiv Khush
• Marin Municipal Water District Board of Directors, Matt Samson: “Brian is a collaborative leader and will be a valuable partner as we look to reduce the threat from wildfire along the base of Mt. Tam.”
• Marin Municipal Water District Board of Directors, Jed Smith
• Marin Professional Firefighters, Union President, John J. Bagala: “Brian has been a steadfast champion for firefighters and public safety and his experience in managing complex municipal budgets is a much needed qualification for the position on the Board of Supervisors. Please help Marin’s Firefighters in electing Brian Colbert!”

**Former Elected Officials**

• Peter Breen, San Anselmo Mayor (fmr.)
• Kay Coleman, San Anselmo Mayor (fmr.)
• Wayne Cooper, San Anselmo Mayor (fmr.)
• Betsey Cutler, Mill Valley Mayor (fmr.): “He’ll be an excellent Supervisor.”
• Ashley Farmer Paff, Kentfield School Board Trustee (fmr.)
• Chuck Ford, TUHSD Trustee (fmr.)
• Marie Henrio, Ross Valley School Board Trustee (fmr.)
• Kathleen Hartzell, Larkspur Mayor (fmr.), Central Marin Sanitation Agency President (fmr.), Corte Madera Larkspur School District Trustee (fmr.)
• Peter Lacques, Fairfax Mayor (fmr.): “Brian has the substantive experience for the job which is so lacking in his opponent.”
• Juli Kauffman, Kentfield School Board Trustee (fmr.): “Brian is the most experienced and qualified candidate on the ballot.”
• P. Beach Kuhl, Ross Councilmember (fmr.)
• Christopher Martin, Ross Mayor (fmr.)
• Tom McInerney, San Anselmo Mayor (fmr.)
• Gary Phillips, San Rafael Mayor (fmr.)
• Wesley Pratt, Ross Valley School Board Trustee (fmr.)
• John Reed, Fairfax Mayor (fmr.)
• Ida Times-Green, Sausalito Marin City School District (fmr.), Candidate for TAM Union Trustee: “Brian is an out of the box thinker and his innovative ideas will be good for all of Marin.” “I proudly support Brian Colbert for Marin County Supervisor. His dedication to affordable housing, wildfire resiliency, and public safety reflects the needs of our community. Brian’s proven leadership and commitment to positive change make him the right choice to move District 2 and Marin County forward.”
• John Wright, San Anselmo Mayor (fmr.)

**Organizations**

Marin Independent Journal (Marin IJ) (Read full endorsement or excerpts)
Marin Professional Firefighters IAFF 1775
Sierra Club
San Rafael Chamber
North Bay Leadership Council
SEIU 2015 – California’s Long Term Care Givers
North Bay Building Trades
UA Local 483 Sprinkler Fitters
Laborers’ International Union of North America (LiUNA)
Laborers Local Union 270
San Francisco Laborers Local 261
Laborers Local 67
Northern California District Council of Laborers
Laborers Local 304
Coalition of Sensible Taxpayers (C$T)
Access 4 Bikes
Latinas In Power

**And 100s of Neighbors, Supporters, and Small Donors**
(Partial List – Titles only for identification purposes)

• Judy Agnew, San Anselmo
• Julie Allecta, Larkspur: “Brian gets things done, makes things work, and thinks about what needs doing.”
• Priscilla Bull, Kentfield, Marin County Planning Commission (fmr.)
• Richard Berkson, Resident of San Anselmo since 1996, Current member of the Town of San Anselmo Infrastructure and Fiscal Monitoring Committee and the Town of San Anselmo Tax Equity Board, Managing Principal, Berkson Associates: “I have worked with Brian on economic development issues over the past several years and am impressed with his leadership on the San Anselmo Town Council, his commitment to a thorough and honest understanding of local and regional concerns, his experience serving on a number of San Anselmo and Marin County boards and commissions, and his dedication to improving the San Anselmo and Marin community.”
• Marie Casissa, Corte Madera
• Geri Cooper, San Anselmo
• Bob Davisson, San Anselmo
• Don Dickenson, Marin County Planning Commissioner
• Maggie Evans, San Anselmo
• Ned Farnkopf, San Anselmo
• Amy Flynn, San Anselmo
• Joel Freid, Alameda County Democratic Lawyers Club Executive Board Member, Democratic Central Committee of Marin Alternate Member*
• Vance and Anna Frost, Realtors: “He says what he means and does what says. He’s kept San Anselmo as his first priority as long as he’s been a council member, if not before. He’s smart, and he’s experienced.”
• China Galland, Resurrecting Love, Writer/Documentary Producer
• Gabriel Gesmer, PhD, Larkspur
• Denis Gilardi, Larkspur
• Susan Gilardi, Larkspur
• Chuck Greene, Cedars of Marin, Co-Executive Director: “First and foremost, Brian is a committed and effective advocate for our community.  With a calm demeanor, devotion to excellence and the right values Brian is sure to represent all of us equally and thoughtfully.”
• Tim Heiman, San Anselmo Planning Commissioner
• Jennifer Holden, San Anselmo, Candidate for TAM Union Trustee: “Brian Colbert’s commitment to housing, transportation, and public safety shows his deep care for our community. His collaborative, results-driven approach is exactly what Marin needs in a County Supervisor. I’m confident Brian will continue serving District 2 with the passion and dedication he’s shown in San Anselmo.”
• Vernon Huffman, Nursery Manager, Dominican University
• Ken Husband, San Anselmo
• Brad Jackson, Fairfax
• Jennie Jackson, Fairfax resident celebrating 10 years as a business owner in Marin County, working to match organizations with the most talented, mission-driven people: “I enthusiastically endorse Brian Colbert for the Marin County Board of Supervisors. He absolutely possesses the skills, experience, and education to be successful in the role. Additionally, he already has the relationships at the county level and in Sacramento to hit the ground running. I am particularly aligned with Brian’s mission of fostering opportunity and access for everyone. This vision, combined with his impressive qualifications, makes him the ideal candidate.”
• Ruben Kalra, M.D., Tiburon Diversity Inclusion Task Force: “I am proud to endorse Brian Colbert for Marin Supervisor! Having served as mayor of San Anselmo and President of the Marin County Council of Mayors and Councilmembers, he stands out as the most qualified candidate. What sets Brian apart is not just his impressive track record but also his commitment to inclusive leadership. As a member of the Diversity Task Force in Tiburon, I am aware of his dedication to fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and values every voice. His focus on bringing people together and creating positive change is what our community needs. Join me in supporting Brian for Marin Supervisor – a leader with the experience, vision, and commitment to make Marin County an even better place for all. #Leadership #ExperienceMatters #MarinCounty #DiversityInLeadership #CommunityFirst”
• William Keene, President/CEO of Climate Equity Solutions Inc.: “I have seen Brian in action, and he’s the right person to lead our community in a challenging environment politically, environmentally, and economically. Brian is a thoughtful leader who listens intently, evaluates potential solutions, and makes decisions that move us forward. I unequivocally endorse Brian and believe he’ll make an outstanding leader for our district.”
• Stephen Keese, Fire Safe Marin Ambassador, an Organizer of Cascade Canyon Firewise Community, 2018-19 Marin Civil Grand Jury Member
• Carol Kerr, Larkspur Resident, former County employee: “Brian has a valuable skillset and the right temperament to be an effective Supervisor.”
• David Kest, San Anselmo
• Walter Kopp, San Anselmo: “Brian is a great leader who helped us through COVID. We need him as our supervisor.”
• Sarah Margulies, Larkspur, Candidate for Larkspur City Council
• June Maselbas, Community Member for Integrated Pest Management in Kentfield School District for 25 years reducing the use of pesticides
• Joe Matazzoni, Mill Valley
• Priya Mathur, San Anselmo: “Brian is a creative and thoughtful leader whose efforts have revitalized San Anselmo’s town center. I know Brian will bring his vision and stick-to-it-iveness to the challenges facing Marin County!”
• Pamela Meigs, Director, Ross Valley Sanitary District
• Leslie Murphy
• Gene Ng
• Sara Robinson: “Having been so supportive of Age-Friendly San Anselmo and interested in learning about the issues of older adults in Marin, I would like to endorse Brian as Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo Chair.”
• Paul Rosenblum
• Yoav Schlesinger, San Anselmo, Candidate for San Anselmo Town Council: “Brian Colbert’s thoughtful, community-centered approach has strengthened San Anselmo. His leadership on housing, transportation, economic development, and public safety has left a lasting impact. I’m confident that, as Marin County Supervisor, he will bring the same vision and dedication to District 2. Brian is the ideal candidate to represent Marin County.”
• George J. Shea, Lawyer: “I really like Brian, it is about time Marin had a person of color on the BOS. I further respect his views.”
• Rich Shortall, Executive Officer Fire Safe Marin, President Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District, Board Member RVFD
• Debbie Stutsman, Cedars Board President, retired San Anselmo Town Manager
• Dick Stutsman, San Anselmo
• Isaac Taylor, Administrative Manager, Bolinas Fire Protection District: “Brian is committed, highly qualified, and sensitive to community needs across a range of important issues.”
• Chantel Walker, San Anselmo, Candidate for San Anselmo Town Council
• Dr. Matt Willis, San Anselmo, Recently retired Marin County Public Health Officer: “Brian Colbert’s leadership during the pandemic showed his deep dedication to the health of our community. On the committees we served on together, I saw firsthand how he brought people together and prioritized public health and safety. We need that kind of leadership at the County level, and Brian has my full support.”
• Elizabeth Winkelman, Mill Valley
• Frieda Zolan Winnick, Educator S.R. City Schools and Miller Creek Schools
• Melanie Wollenweber, Greenbrae
• (Partial List – Titles only for identification purposes)