Richard LeBlanc (born September 1, 1958) is an American politician from Michigan. LeBlanc was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives. In 2006 he was elected to represent Michigan's 18th State House District, which is located in Wayne County and includes the entire city of Westland. Prior to serving in the State House, LeBlanc served as a Westland City Councilman. Following state service, LeBlanc was elected a Wayne County Commissioner for two terms and then as Westland City Clerk for three terms. He also served the Canton Michigan and Walled Lake Michigan Police Departments.
Richard LeBlanc | |
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| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 18th district | |
| In office January 1, 2007 – December 31, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Glenn S. Anderson |
| Succeeded by | Sarah Roberts |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Westland, Michigan |
| Spouse | Cheryl LeBlanc |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupation | Police officer, politician |
Early life
editOn September 1, 1958, LeBlanc was born in Westland, Michigan. He is Catholic.
Career
editLeBlanc started his career as a police officer in Canton, Michigan.
LeBlanc served as a trustee for Wayne/Westland Community Schools, Board of Education from 1992 to 1995. He was elected to the Westland City Council, where he served from 1995 to 2001 and 2003 to 2006.
In 2006 he filed to run for the seat being vacated by Rep. Glenn S. Anderson, who ran successfully for the Michigan State Senate. LeBlanc won easily in 18th District, which is located in Wayne County and includes the Detroit suburb of Westland. In the House, LeBlanc sits on the Appropriations Committee and was Chairman of the Michigan State Police and the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee."Richard LeBlanc's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved February 28, 2020.</ref>
Personal life
editLeBlanc's wife is Cheryl LeBlanc. They have two children. LeBlanc and his family live in Westland, Michigan.