Crime & Safety
Alameda County's New DA To Be Chosen
How to contact Piedmont's Supervisor by 11 a.m. Tuesday to let him know whether you want a progressive DA, or one who is tough on crime.
PIEDMONT, CA — Alameda County's progressive district attorney, Pamela Price, was overwhelmingly recalled by voters in the November election.
It now falls to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to appoint her replacement.
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Board President Nate Miley announced on Friday that the board "will address the appointment process for a new District Attorney" at 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Piedmont residents have until then to make their preferences known about whether they want a DA who is tough on crime, or will adhere to progressive policies such as those followed by Price.
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The supervisor representing Piedmont is Keith Carson. Contact Supervisor Carson by email or phone 510-272-6695 to voice your preferences.
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