Worthington to Run for Mayor

District 7 Councilman Kriss Worthington has entered the field for Berkeley mayor, pitting himself against 10-year incumbent Mayor Tom Bates and at least five other candidates in this November’s race, the Daily Californian is reporting.

“The number one reason I’m running is because most people in Berkeley don’t know what goes on at city council meetings,” Worthington said at a Tuesday press conference.

Worthington said he will emphasize increased transparency city government, fiscal responsibility and a more measured approach to development in the city.