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Sophie Hahn
City of Berkeley, District 5 Councilmember
Sophie Hahn is a prominent political figure in Berkeley, California, currently serving as a Trustee for the Berkeley Public Library and a City Councilmember for District 5. She has held her library trustee position since January 2017 and has been an active member of the City Council since December 2016. In addition, she served as the Vice Mayor from December 2019 to December 2020.
Background and Education
Hahn has a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor's Degree in American History from the University of California, Berkeley, with an emphasis on race relations in the South. Her thesis was published in The Berkeley History Review in 1983.
Community Engagement
Throughout her career, Hahn has been deeply involved in various community initiatives and organizations:
- Chairperson of the Sierra Club Northern Alameda County Group
- Member of the City of Berkeley Zoning Adjustments Board
- Board Member of the Berkeley Public Library Foundation
- Founder of the Berkeley Edible Gardens Initiative
Hahn's work often focuses on pressing issues such as affordable housing, homelessness, climate change, and equity within the community. She emphasizes the importance of community values and support for those in need.
Contact Information
For further engagement or inquiries, Sophie Hahn can be reached via her official email at shahn@berkeleyca.gov or through her office phone at (510) 981-7150.
