Politics
David was elected to Hoboken's City Council in 1985, representing the 6th Ward. In 1995, he became City Council President. David served as Hoboken's 6th Ward Councilman until 2001 when he ran for Mayor.
He was elected mayor on May 8, 2001, replacing Anthony Russo. In the 2001 election, Roberts received 6,064 votes and Russo received 4,759 votes. Roberts' inaugural address was on July 1, 2001, and he announced a "master plan" for the city that was approved by the Hoboken Planning Board in 2004. The Hoboken Master Plan remains in effect today, where the City continues to adopt many of the initiatives set in place by Roberts.
Roberts received the Lincoln Day Honor twice, which is where he was honored for lifetime achievement. On February 8, 1995, Roberts received a joint legislative resolution from the State of New Jersey recognizing his achievements in office.
Roberts also served as Chairman of the Hoboken Democratic Committee from 2001-2008.
Roberts was appointed by former Governor Tom Kean to the Hoboken School of Industrial Education.
In 2007, Roberts was inducted into the Elected Officials Hall of Fame by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. The award “...recognizes the tremendous contributions of the many governing body members who have selflessly serve their communities for 20 years or more.”
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