Politics & Government
Kashef Qaadri Announces Candidacy For Dublin City Council
Qaadri is planning commissioner active on a number of commissions and boards prioritizing housing, the environment, and business growth.

DUBLIN, CA — Dublin Planning Alternate Commissioner Kashef Qaadri announced his candidacy for the Dublin City Council.
Qaadri is a scientist who leads software strategy at Bio-Rad Laboratories, a life science company based in Hercules. In Dublin, he serves on a number of boards and commissions, including,
- Dublin Planning Commission, alternate commissioner.
- Alameda County Public Health Commission, District 1 commissioner.
- Dublin Unified School District Citizen Bond Oversight Committee.
- Amador Elementary School Site Council, president.
- Economic Development Committee
- Dublin High School BioMed Academy, president.
Qaadri said that after meeting with Dublin residents and business owners, his three main areas of concern are:
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- Inclusive housing: “It is imperative that we continue to explore innovative housing solutions so that all seeking housing, including our teachers, first responders, and seniors, can enjoy the benefits of living in Dublin.”
- Small business support: “I am deeply committed to working to enhance our current small business environment and efforts to attract new and growing business.”
- Environmental sustainability: “We need to concentrate on protecting the environment for our present and future generations by focusing on vacant lot (in-fill) redevelopment and decision makers need up-to-date and accurate environmental impact reports.”
Learn more about his campaign at kashef4dublin.com.
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