June 16, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: June 16, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Martinez
Subject: Reappointment of Lorene Holmes Dees to the
Commission On Aging
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
None.
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Lorene Holmes Dees is reapplying to serve on the
Commission On Aging.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: REAPPOINT Lorene Holmes Dees to the Commission On Aging to a vacant seat with a new term ending May
19, 2030 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-
620-6503).
DISCUSSION:
Lorene Holmes Dess has served the commission since September 2024, to fill an unexpired term, and would like to continue to serve with a full term. She is seeking reappointment to the Richmond Commission on Aging to continue the work and projects she has been actively involved in over the past two years. She remains committed to serving the community and believes there is still important work ahead. Through her experience, compassion, and dedication, she hopes to continue advocating for older AGENDA
REPORT
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adults and ensuring that people in her age group feel valued, supported, and empowered.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Lorene Holmes Dees’s redacted application