Naomi Rivera

Who is Naomi Rivera?

Naomi Rivera was a United States politician of the Democratic Party who represented District 80 in the New York State Assembly from 2004 to 2012. Her district encompassed Morris Park, Pelham Parkway, Pelham Gardens, and Norwood, among other communities located in The Bronx.

An assemblywoman since January 2005, she previously served as Director of Special Events for the Bronx Borough President's office and Deputy Chief Clerk of the Bronx Board of Elections. On September 13, 2012, Naomi Rivera lost to Mark Gjonaj in the Democrat primary race. Prior to the primary election, Rivera was investigated by four governmental regulatory agencies on corruption charges.

She is the daughter of New York Assemblyman Jose Rivera and sister of New York City Councilman Joel Rivera.