A Statement from John "Chip" Moore
We cannot accept violence as a norm in our city. On October 24, 2024, Berkeley Police responded to a shooting in our downtown area, a stark reminder of the urgent need for safety and accountability in our community. I am committed to ensuring that the investigation is thorough, transparent, and fair. The community deserves answers, and the Police Accountability Board will be actively monitoring the process to uphold accountability, protect public trust, and guarantee justice.
I will continue advocating for a comprehensive approach to community safety—one that includes investing in mental health resources, violence prevention programs, and a robust response that addresses the root causes of violence.
My thoughts are with the victim, their loved ones, and all who were affected by this incident. I am grateful to the first responders and police officers who acted swiftly to secure the scene and launch an investigation.
Together, we must create a safer Berkeley where all residents feel secure and supported. I call on city leaders, community organizations, and residents to come together in solidarity and work toward lasting solutions that promote safety, equity, and justice.”
John “Chip” Moore
Chair Police Accountability Board
Candidate for District 3
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Meet John "Chip" Moore
Chip currently serves the City of Berkeley as the Chair of the city’s Police Accountability Board, as well as a being a City of Berkeley Planning Commissioner. In the past, Chip also served as the Chair of Berkeley’s BART Community Advisory Group as they tackled the planning for the futures of Berkeley’s BART stations and their function and place in the community.
Active in national service through his lifetime commitment to Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, John also works closer to home with community groups like Friends of Adeline and Healthy Black Families. Chip is proud to lead both the Berkeley Unified School District’s Reparations Taskforce as well as the Berkeley Democratic Caucus where he serves as their respective chairs.
Whether creating and launching companies, developing public policy, or securing equitable capital investment, Chip Moore has a proven track record of contributing a strong commitment to his local community and to the businesses that serve it.
“This community has given me so much and it’s only fair that I give back at this time.” - Chip
Building Bridges to the Future. Community, Equity & Access.
These are not just words for John “Chip” Moore; they are principles that have guided his life of service, making him a model for both community and business leadership.
With a keen understanding of the problems facing our world, John not only identifies the issues but, more crucially, envisions the connections needed to solve them. With quiet confidence and effective humility, he has been instrumental in fostering connections within his communities. John’s skills include creating, developing, and launching cannabis companies, working with local government on cannabis policy and equity considerations, securing investments, and a strong commitment to business-community service.
With a background that blends business acumen, community service, and a deep understanding of the evolving cannabis landscape, John “Chip” Moore is the candidate who bridges the present to the future in our City of Berkeley District 3. His vision, experience, and commitment make him the ideal candidate to usher in a new era for engaged Democrats and to ensure the party’s relevance in the years to come.
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