Martinez, CA – Today, Democrat, Antioch City Councilman and retired police lieutenant Mike Barbanica announced his campaign for Contra Costa County Supervisor District 5.
The campaign will hold its first campaign event today, Thursday, September 21 at the Deputy Sheriff’s Association Hall. The event is free, open to the public, and press is invited to attend.
What: Campaign Kickoff for Councilman Mike Barbanica for Contra Costa County Supervisor
When: Thursday, September 21, 2023
Where: Deputy Sheriff’s Association Hall, 1780 Muir Rd., Martinez, CA 94553
Estimated Time of Program: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
An RSVP is encouraged. Please RSVP here.
Barbanica is a 21 year veteran of the Pittsburg Police Department, where he retired in 2007 as a police lieutenant and earned the Bronze Medal of Valor Award for his service. Barbanica and his team were credited by the police chief with bringing about a 20% decrease in crime. Barbanica and his wife Kristine are the owners of Blue Line Property Group where they help local families access affordable housing. In 2020, Barbanica, a Democrat, was elected to the Antioch City Council and currently represents District 2.
“I am thrilled to announce my campaign for Supervisor for Contra Costa County District 5,” Barbanica said. “With over 20 years of experience protecting our community as a police officer and now an elected Councilmember with a thriving small business that is taking on the housing crisis, I will proudly put my public service track record up against all-comers while I continue to fight for Contra Costa families. I will do what it takes to ensure Contra Costa County is a place where every family has an equal opportunity to thrive. I will use my experience as a long time police officer and now councilmember to tackle the housing crisis, ensure we get serious about public safety, and build a stronger community for all who call Contra Costa County home.”
Democrat Barbanica enters the race with a growing list of influential and respected endorsers, including Mary Knox, Contra Costa County District Attorney, Sue Rainey, former Mayor of Walnut Creek, Mary Erbez, former Mayor of Pittsburg, Frank Aiello, former Mayor of Pittsburg, Angelica Lopez, Pittsburg City Councilmember, Tony Oerlemans, Brentwood City Councilmember, Sean Wright, former Mayor of Antioch, and Arne Simonsen, former Antioch City Clerk and City Councilmember, as well as the United Steelworkers Local 326.
Barbanica is running for Contra Costa County Supervisorial District 5, which spans the north shore of Contra Costa County, including the cities of Hercules, Martinez, Pittsburg and portions of Antioch and the unincorporated communities of Alhambra Valley, Bay Point, Briones, Rodeo, Pacheco, Crockett, Tormey, Port Costa, Mt. View, Vine Hill, Reliez Valley, and Clyde.
For more information on Mike Barbanica for Contra Costa County Supervisor, please visit www.mikebarbanica.com.
ABOUT MIKE BARBANICA
Mike Barbanica, a lifelong resident of Antioch, is the small business owner of Blue Line Property Group in Antioch. He has received numerous awards for his teaching and coaching of others, including the California and Hawaii Region “Outstanding Brokerage of the Year” and the region’s “Broker of the Year.” Barbanica also authored an international bestselling book.
Before serving residents’ real estate needs, he began his career with the Pittsburg Police Department where he served 21 years and retired in 2007 as a police lieutenant. On the force, Barbanica ran a street level narcotic and crime unit for 6 years that was credited with reducing crime by 23% in Pittsburg.
In 2020, Barbanica was elected to represent District 2 on the Antioch City Council where he’s been cracking down on dilapidated properties, improving public safety, and getting small businesses the funds they need to succeed.
Barbanica is also active in the Antioch community, is a member of the Elk’s Club, the local Knights of Columbus, the Peace Officers Research Association of California, the National Association of Realtors, the Pittsburg Italian American Club, and other service organizations.
Barbanica is married to Kristine Barbanica, and together they have raised three children in the Antioch community and are grandparents to 4 grandchildren
Editors Note: Previously, both Shanelle Scales-Preston and Jelani Killings announced they were running for the District 5 Contra Costa Board of Supervisor
Previous Stories regarding Barbanica
- Aug 15 – License Plate Readers Coming to Downtown Antioch
- Aug 6 – Barbanica Calls on CHP and Sheriff to Assist Antioch Police
- May 24 – Barbanica and Torres-Walker Seek to Revamp How Antioch Set Agendas
5 comments
Its too bad hes not looking to replace Burgis. She hasnt done anything but allow her district to be run down.
Barbanica is running for District 5 because he lives in District 5…. not District 3.
Has he moved? We don’t vote for 5.
Barbanica is a hand puppet.
Most of you need to do your research on County district maps…smh. I do not believe Barbanica is the right person for the job, he is disconnected from the county. Timing is everything, Ken Carlson had good timing and location, plus he did not just serve for one term like I believe Barbanica has.
The real question is when will Lamar announce he is running for office? Is he waiting for a last-minute ditch for another opportunity only to hold the seat until that opportunity is confirmed? Mind you, most politicians have already announced their run for other offices…i.e. Monica and Mike.
Mike – save your money and time. You will have a bigger impact at the local level as long as you and Torress-Walker continue to collaborate…. patience is the key, ego is the enemy.
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