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Mayor's Office
DATE: August 19, 2025
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Subject:
Appointment of Crystal Barton to the Community Crisis
Response Program Advisory Board
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
None
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Crystal Barton is applying to serve on the Community
Crisis Response Program Advisory Board
RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPOINT Crystal Barton to the Community Crisis Response Program Advisory Board, term expires
December 31, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo
Martinez 510-620-6503).
DISCUSSION:
Crystal Barton is committed to ensuring that the work of the Community Crisis Response Program (CCRP) is closely aligned with the needs and values of Richmond residents. She believes CCRP plays a vital role in assisting community members during their most vulnerable moments, and she is eager to contribute her perspective, impact, and guidance to strengthen the program’s care for Richmond residents.
Barton currently serves as President of the Laurel Park Neighborhood Council and previously served on the Board of Directors for the Alameda County Management Employees Association. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, providing a strong AGENDA
REPORT
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foundation for understanding this program, which aims to support the needs of individuals in crisis.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Crystal Barton’s redacted application