David West has a deep and longstanding interest in the City of Richmond Hill. His commitment to the community has been demonstrated throughout his more than three decades as a resident, during which time he has been a local business owner, has demonstrated leadership through various volunteer community positions, and has served the residents of Richmond Hill as an elected official, from 2013-2022 as Ward 4 Councillor from 2013 until 2022 at which time he was elected as Mayor, first in a by-election and subsequently re-elected in October 2022.