Some national news rant: I’m honestly disgusted that the congressional race in Texas between Christian Menefee and Al Green even had to happen in the first place. 🧵 www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...

The kid’s first ride on the train! @mbta.com you made a good first impression 🚊 #mbta

Thank you to our amazing EMS personnel for the work they do across the city!

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My work on the Boston City Council continues to focus on safer streets for everyone, especially our school-aged children. That’s why today we filed an ordinance to determine the specifics around enforcement of school bus stop signs and camera implementation. www.nbcboston.com/video/on-air...

A success story for the 40 bus 🚍 open.substack.com/pub/enriquep...

To the young families and young professionals, I hear you. I am you. This is our city, and we shouldn’t have to look elsewhere to build our future. Here’s a love letter from me, to you. Boston is our home. 💌

Wednesday morning I had the chance to visit the Becoming A Man (BAM) Youth Guidance Program at the Mildred School in Mattapan. Grateful to spend time with these young kings, hear their perspectives, and witness the powerful work being done to support their growth, leadership, and future success.

Today was all about community. From Little League Opening Day and ice cream with neighbors, to installing 400+ smoke detectors with BFD and the Red Cross, to standing with advocates for a safer Hyde Park Ave, this is what it’s about. Showing up, working together, and building a stronger community.

Yesterday, we held a hearing on transportation safety projects across the city. Thank you to the many advocates who showed up and testified in support of safer streets, we appreciate your voices and commitment.

Today, the Boston City Council will hold a transportation hearing on two dockets I’m proud to have co-sponsored—#0204 and #0588—focused on strengthening street infrastructure and making our roads safer for everyone.

This morning, we rallied together to defend TPS and stand with immigrant communities everywhere. We heard from powerful organizations such as IFSI, MIRA Coalition, La Colaborativa, and more. Families across many communities are at risk of being separated and it is time to fight for what’s right!

I extend my sincere congratulations to Commissioner Rodney Marshall on his appointment as the 45th Commissioner of the Boston Fire Department. We look forward to working alongside you and continuing to support the brave men and women of our fire service. www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/....

As the Chair of Housing and the Community Preservation Committee on the Boston City Council, it was an honor to attend the Mayor’s Office of Housing Funding Round Celebration. Combined, these projects will add almost 900 affordable homes across our City. Build more housing.

Today’s journey: Mattapan Trolley 🚃 to City Hall !

The job of a Councilor is not only to listen to constituents. It's to educate, inform and lead. This takes work. Thanks to Weber/Pepén, yesterday's hearing on affordable housing included top City officials and panel of invited experts. Expect no less. www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVby...

"If we are serious about making Boston more affordable, we need to use every tool available. That means building more housing, period." - Boston City Councilor @enriquepepen.bsky.social enriquepepen.substack.com/p/boston-mus...

Boston Must Build a More Affordable Future, Now substack.com/@enriquepepe...

On another note regarding tomorrow’s hearing on affordable housing, in a city where Councilors often hold hearings without working to empanel experts, and routinely dismiss expert input, my hat’s off to @ben4district6.bsky.social and @enriquepepen.bsky.social for valuing expert input. Example:

Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day! Every day, transit operators across Massachusetts help move more than 880K people, getting folks to work, school, appointments, and back home safely. @mbta.com So today, take a moment to say a simple but meaningful “thank you.” It goes a long way.

I’m officially on Substack! I plan to publish updates on policy, council updates, and overall projects we are working on in District 5! Check out my first post: substack.com/@enriquepepe...

Statement on today’s fire in Mattapan. Thank you to our Fire Department for their swift response.

BINCA feels like home. On Friday I visited Boston International Newcomers Academy and spoke with students about my role and the beauty of Boston’s diversity. Their thoughtful questions about local and national issues remind me our city’s future is bright.

The Council adopted a resolution supporting the continued funding of the MBTA’s fare-free bus program. Read more: bit.ly/4cYmu0l

Yesterday was the 1st time the City has done large-scale daytime snow removal—holding the parking ban to give crews max space to work. Across daytime & overnight, we hauled away almost 1500 truckloads of snow (25,000+ cubic yds) to clear main roads & school zones. TY to our hardworking City teams 🙏

I stand by my statement, and I will continue to stand up against these authoritarian tactics and the climate of fear they create. Thank you @boston for PROPERLY covering this.

I may have shed a tear during that halftime show. It healed something inside me. Gracias Bad Bunny 🙏🏽

Tonight at rally in Roslindale standing against ICE, a five year old asked me (as I was speaking to their parents) what is ICE and why are they here…this is not the type of society that little girl deserves. Not the type of society any of us deserve.

Statement on this morning’s ICE Abduction in Rozzie Square. Please report any ICE sightings to the LUCE hotline at 617-370-5023.

Here in Boston, we embrace the cold weather and we fight back against ICE. Stay warm and stay safe my friends, go Pats!

Councilor seeks snow angels for shoveling; will reward them with free ice cream www.universalhub.com/2026/council... #Boston #Roslindale #HydePark #Mattapan #snow

Get to know the people shaping our City. Meet District 5 Councilor Enrique J. Pepén. @enriquepepen.bsky.social

This terror MUST end. Civilians and innocent people are continued to be put at risk under this regime.

Big news for Boston, BPS, & our future: Madison Park selected by the state school construction funding program to rebuild a state-of-the-art vocational education campus!

Today is the final Council meeting of my first term, a term of growth, humility, and deep passion for serving Boston. I’m grateful for every vote and discussion in the chamber. I look forward to the next term and the new opportunities ahead for our city.

Saturday’s joint D5 and D6 coffee hour with @enriquepepen.bsky.social at JP’s Oda Cafe

Protecting Our Homeowners: My Commitment to Fair and Stable Property Taxes

“A developed country is not a place where the poor have cars. It's where the rich ride public transportation.” – Former Bogotá Mayor Enrique Peñalosa

It’s always so refreshing realizing how productive you can be when taking the train instead of being stuck in traffic. @mbta.com

@barackobama.bsky.social said this book is “a must-read for progressives who want a blueprint for reforming government so it can deliver for working people". So let’s give it a try. @ezraklein.bsky.social

Tom, thank you for sharing this. Pedestrian safety is a priority of mine no matter where in the city we are at ❤️ plus I love my neighbors over at Fort Point.

@enriquepepen.bsky.social also attended the "Ride of Silence" earlier this year and he continues to be a strong supporter of safe streets in Boston, particularly around children's access to get to school safely @reveverett.com brought us together in closing, inviting more folks to come and share

Zohran’s victory in New York City fills me with hope, hope that someone who looks like me, an immigrant and the son of immigrants with progressive ideals, can be embraced and trusted to lead a major city. @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social

Joined folks on Hyde Park Avenue in Boston earlier this week, where we heard and encountered challenges for people walking, biking, taking transit, and driving alike. thanks @enriquepepen.bsky.social @brianworrell.bsky.social for joining Shared Spaces effort. More: t4ma.org/strengthenin...

No Kings Rally in Boston, because we don’t believe in kings, we believe in the people. Power belongs in the hands of the community, not the crown 👊🏽 #NoKings #Boston #PowerToThePeople

This morning’s commute was anything but ordinary, Penelope and I joined the neighborhood bike bus to school! 🚲 Big thank you to our neighbor Alan for leading the way and keeping the wheels (and the good vibes) rolling. #BikeBus #BPS #ParentLife

Guest Column: It’s Time to Make Hyde Park Ave. Safe for Everyone By @boston.gov City Councilor @enriquepepen.bsky.social   - mass.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/g...

Councilors lead crowd in reading a City Council resolution against pretty much everything the regime is doing, vow to get it passed at next council meeting despite opposition from Councilor Flynn, who wants a hearing first.

We made #GoodTrouble in Roslindale (southwest Boston) with 160 people, @brianworrell.bsky.social @enriquepepen.bsky.social and Councilor Ben Weber. #democracy #JohnLewis #NoKings

Lots of #GoodTrouble in Roslindale Square tonight! with @prowroxroz.bsky.social City Councilors @enriquepepen.bsky.social Ben Weber and @brianworrell.bsky.social