Robert F. Holden (born October 12, 1951)[1] is an American professor, graphic designer, and the New York City Council member for the 30th district, representing the neighborhoods of Glendale, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, and parts of Woodside and Woodhaven in the borough of Queens.

Holden is a professional graphic designer and a professor of the same at the New York City College of Technology.

[6] Despite not being a registered member of the Republican party, he was able to receive the county's nomination by obtaining a Wilson Pakula authorization.

During negotiations to reform zoning in New York City, there were proposals to reduce parking requirements for buildings near transit stations.

"[16] In December 2024, Holden voted against a modified version of Mayor Adam's new zoning proposal called The City of Yes legislation; it would allow the conversion and construction of 80,000 new and legal housing units for families across New York City.