Donovan Richards

Donovan Richards is running for re-election as the Queens Borough President. As Borough President, Richards co-sponsored Resolution 169, advocating for the state’s Climate Action Council to commit to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) goals, allocated over $100 million to park improvements, and championed the expansion of urban agriculture in Queens. His administration has led the way in securing funding for green infrastructure, expanding urban agriculture, pushing for renewable energy projects such as the Edgemere Landfill solar farm, championed green building initiatives, including retrofitting public housing and investing in solar panel installations on city-owned buildings, and prioritized expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure. If reelected, Richards pledges to support the full implementation of the Zero Waste Act, secure 1% of the NYC budget for Parks and Recreation, and invest in local food systems to support climate resilience and public health.