MEET DEVIN T. Murphy

Devin T. Murphy serves on the Pinole City Council and is the former Mayor of the City of Pinole—its first African American, first openly gay, and youngest mayor in its 120-year history.

As your Pinole Councilmember, Devin has witnessed our community navigate some of the most challenging times in recent history. We've endured a global pandemic, destructive wildfires, civil unrest, and unprecedented levels of divisiveness. Yet, Pinole has shown remarkable resilience by beginning the process of rebuilding, strengthening public safety, supporting our diverse cultural needs, and establishing a robust budget to meet our city's evolving demands. Devin is dedicated to fostering inclusive dialogue, ensuring every voice is heard, and working collaboratively to create a better future for Pinole. Regardless of political affiliation, background, race, or religion, he is committed to representing and amplifying your voice.

Since being elected, Devin has re-opened Pinole Fire Station 74, championed a more transparent, citywide participatory budgeting process, advanced he city’s economic development strategy to promote small business growth and economic opportunity, secured over $100 million new private-public investments in housing and concrete local action on energy efficiency, addressing the climate crisis. He is deeply honored to continue serving as your Councilmember, working together to shape a brighter future for Pinole.