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Donovan Richards
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| 21st Borough President of Queens | |
| Assumed office December 2, 2020 |
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| Deputy | Ebony Young |
| Preceded by | Sharon Lee (acting) |
| Member of the New York City Council from the 31st district |
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| In office February 20, 2013 – December 2, 2020 |
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| Preceded by | James Sanders, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Selvena Brooks-Powers |
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| Born | April 9, 1983 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Nyack College Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology |
Donovan Richards Jr. was born on April 9, 1983. He is an American politician who currently serves as the Borough President of Queens, a large area within New York City. Before this important role, he was a member of the New York City Council, representing the 31st district. He belongs to the Democratic Party.
His former district in the City Council covered many neighborhoods in Queens. These include parts of Arverne, Bayswater, Broad Channel, Cambria Heights, Edgemere, Far Rockaway, Howard Beach, Jamaica, John F. Kennedy International Airport, Laurelton, Rockaway Beach, Rosedale, South Ozone Park and Springfield Gardens.
Donovan Richards was chosen by the Democratic Party to run for Queens Borough President. He won the election on November 3, 2020. He officially became the Queens Borough President on December 2, 2020.
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About Donovan Richards
Early Life and Education
Donovan Richards grew up in southeast Queens, New York. When he was younger, he went on a special trip to Port-au-Prince, Haiti. He helped people there through the St. Albans Congregational Church.
He went to Redemption Christian Academy in Troy, New York. Later, he graduated from Jamaica High School in Queens. After high school, he continued his education. He attended Nyack College and then Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology in Queens.
Serving on the City Council
In June 2011, Richards started working for New York City Councilman James Sanders, Jr.. He was Mr. Sanders' chief of staff, which means he helped manage his office. When James Sanders, Jr. was elected to the New York State Senate, Richards decided to run for his old seat.
Richards won a special election in 2013 to become a City Council member. While on the Council, he led important committees. He was the chair of the Committee on Environmental Protection. He also chaired the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises.
What is the City Council?
The New York City Council is like the city's local government. Its members are elected to represent different areas, called districts. The Council makes laws for the city. They also decide how the city's money is spent. It's an important job that helps shape daily life for millions of people.
Becoming Queens Borough President
In June 2020, Donovan Richards was chosen by the Democratic Party. He became their candidate for the Queens Borough President election. On November 3, 2020, he won the election. He started his term as Queens Borough President on December 2, 2020.
What does a Borough President do?
A Borough President is a leader for one of New York City's five boroughs. Queens is one of these boroughs. The Borough President helps to plan how the borough grows and develops. They also speak up for the people living in their borough. They work with the Mayor and the City Council. Their goal is to make life better for everyone in their borough.
