September 23, 2025
Mayor's Office
DATE: September 23, 2025
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Subject:
Reappointment of Sahai Burrowes to the Community
Crisis Response Program Advisory Board
FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
September 24, 2024
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Sahai Burrowes is reapplying to serve on the Community
Crisis Response Program Advisory Board
RECOMMENDED ACTION: REAPPOINT Sahai Burrowes to the Community Crisis Response Program Advisory Board with a term that
expires on December 31, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor
Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
DISCUSSION:
Sahai Burrowes is being recommended for reappointment to the Community Crisis Response Program Advisory Board. Burrowes has lived in Richmond for nine years and brings a strong background in public health, research, and community collaboration.
Burrowes holds a PhD in Health Policy from UC Berkeley, a Master’s in Law and Diplomacy from Tufts University, and a Bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Cruz. They have worked in global health and research settings, partnering with diverse organizations and stakeholders to improve public systems.
AGENDA
REPORT
September 23, 2025
Burrowes is committed to helping the CCRP evaluate its work by ensuring it collects the right information, analyzes data carefully, and shares findings clearly with Richmond residents. Their experience and dedication make them a valuable asset to the Advisory Board.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Sahai Burrowes’ redacted application.