Candidate Craig Corman outlined his campaign plans during the kickoff event on Jan. 7. (photo courtesy of Crag Corman)

More than 200 Beverly Hills residents gathered on Jan. 7 at city commissioner and attorney Craig Corman’s official Beverly Hills City Council campaign kickoff event. Corman and supporters gave remarks at the event, including former mayor Dr. Willie Brien, community leader and honorary campaign chair Bruce Meyer and Bobby Schwartz, a Beverly Hills native, partner at the law firm Quinn Emanuel and a lifelong friend of Corman.

Corman has served on the Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission since 2019, and is a past chair and member of the Beverly Hills Planning Commission, where he was re-appointed three times. Corman said he is running for City Council because he has the unique experience, integrity and depth of knowledge to find balanced solutions to issues for the benefit of the entire community.

Meyer said it was a “great day for Beverly Hills” and noted that he has known Corman all his life and that he has encouraged him to run for office for many years.

Brien, who has known Corman for 60 years, called Corman, “the most qualified candidate running for City Council in Beverly Hills.”

“As a former mayor and City Council member, I know what it takes to run for office, and I know what it takes to serve in office, and our community is very lucky that Craig has chosen to continue to serve the city he grew up in,” Brien said.

Corman spoke about his lifetime of experiences in Beverly Hills and his extensive experience as a city commissioner, community volunteer and pro bono advisor to residents and business owners dealing with challenges in the city. He laid out his platform and highlighted his trustworthiness and independence, noting that he has never charged anyone who has asked for his help with city matters.

“I will never represent anyone for money in connection with any matter pending in Beverly Hills for the rest of my life,” Corman pledged. “I’m running with absolutely no expectation of ever making money off of serving on the council.”

Corman also vowed not to accept endorsements from public employee unions with which the council negotiates, while expressing admiration and respect for the city’s police and fire departments, and city employees. He added that he won’t take any corporate or PAC donations supporting his campaign.

Corman also outlined why he is running for City Council and his  focus on enhancing public safety, planning for the future and improving government efficiency.

“With my lifetime knowledge of the community, my background in city government and my legal skills, I can help make good decisions for the benefit of the entire community. I like helping people, and being on the City Council would allow me to help a lot of people all at once,” Corman said.

For information, visit craigcorman.com.