Webster Lincoln

Webster Lincoln is proud to call East Palo Alto home, with family roots in the community dating back to the 1960s. Growing up in a military family, Webster experienced life in different places, but East Palo Alto has always been where his heart is. Inspired by his mother’s service as a director for the East Palo Alto Sanitary District, Webster developed a deep passion for giving back to the community that shaped him.

With a professional background at the intersection of public health and technology, Webster brings a unique blend of expertise to the East Palo Alto City Council. After earning an undergraduate degree in psychology, he contributed to research efforts at Stanford Research Institute, Merck, and Genentech, focusing on digital pathology and personalized healthcare. During the pandemic, Webster worked with the California Department of Public Health, analyzing vaccine distribution to support equitable health outcomes. Additionally, as the founder of DigPath, a digital pathology startup, he aims to expand global access to diagnostic expertise.

Elected to the City Council in 2024, Webster is committed to balancing tradition and innovation to serve the people of East Palo Alto. His top priorities include affordable housing, youth empowerment, economic development, and maintaining local management and control over essential services such as the East Palo Alto Sanitary District. Known for making data-driven and evidence-based decisions, Webster strives to ensure the city’s growth reflects and preserves its unique culture and community.