1. Donovan Richards is a former New York City Council member, having represented the 31st district.
10 Facts About Donovan Richards
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Donovan Richards defeated the Republican nominee Joann Ariola and independent candidate Dao Yin.
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Donovan Richards was sworn in as Queens Borough President on December 2,2020.
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Donovan Richards attended Redemption Christian Academy in Troy, New York later graduating from Jamaica High School in Queens.
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Donovan Richards subsequently attended Nyack College, then Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology in Queens.
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In June 2011, Donovan Richards became the chief of staff for New York City Councilman James Sanders, Jr.
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Donovan Richards was appointed chair of the Committee on Environmental Protection.
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Donovan Richards was appointed to be the chair of the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises.
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In June 2020, Donovan Richards secured the Democratic nomination for Borough President of Queens.
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On November 3,2020, Donovan Richards won the election for Borough President of Queens.