Since taking office, I’ve hosted a regular series of Policy Perspectives conversations with leaders and experts who are shaping the future of our city. These forums are an opportunity to hear directly from the people making decisions that affect our lives — and to ask them your questions.

As Chair of the Council’s Committee on Cultural Affairs & Libraries, I met today with representatives from New York City’s Cultural Institutions Group — the museums, theaters, and arts organizations that make our city the creative capital of the world. 🎭🎨

Protect yourself and your neighbors this flu season! Join us and @ebottcher.bsky.social for a Low-Cost Flu Shot Shot Shot Shot Clinic with Walgreens Pharmacy, Thursday, 11/13 from 11–1 at 214 W 29th St, Suite 1401. Seasonal flu shots are safe, easy, and affordable. RSVP at the link in bio!

What a season for the Jefferson Market Garden! This year, we celebrate 50 years of Jefferson Market Garden 🌸🌳 From a former courthouse to a community-built sanctuary, the Garden blooms as a testament to neighbors coming together. We honored Elizabeth Butson and Susan Sipos for their

So many Americans are counting on Congressional Democrats to stand firm in the shutdown deal. A “promise” from Republicans to *maybe* protect health care later won’t cut it. Voters spoke loud and clear last week: they want fighters. Let’s be that party.

An example of the granular—but important—wins our district office team achieves every day 💪🧹 Our staff joined @nycsanitation.bsky.social and neighbors on West 47th Street between Tenth and Eleventh Avenues to clear cars that had been parked 24/7 by an auto shop. Just after 8 AM, our team was

Thank you to @greenwichhouse.bsky.social for inviting me to their Fall Benefit to support their critical programs serving New Yorkers of all ages. Honored to celebrate a community that uplifts and connects us all. 💙

I recently had the honor of visiting the Jackie Robinson Museum at 75 Varick Street. Jackie Robinson wasn’t just a baseball legend — he was a civil rights leader and a powerful voice for equality and justice. His legacy continues to inspire us to push for fairness and opportunity for all.

Honoring a legend at La Mama Experimental Theater Club’s 64th Season Gala 🎭 It was an absolute privilege to present a New York City Council Proclamation to Frank Carucci — a trailblazing educator, union organizer, LGBTQ+ activist, and arts leader whose decades of service have strengthened our

🎬 Exciting news for film lovers! The 11th Annual Greenwich Village Film Festival (GVFF) returns Nov 11–13 at the Quad Cinema! Celebrate storytelling and New York City’s creative spirit in the heart of Greenwich Village. 🎟️ Get tickets here: greenwichvillagefilmfestival.com

From @nycsanitation.bsky.social: There's NO pickup Tuesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day. If that’s your normal trash/compost/recycling day, set out items Tuesday evening for pickup starting Wed., Nov. 12. Delays may occur after holidays; #NewYorksStrongest will get the job done. Info: on.nyc.gov/43g1cFY

On October 28, at the Council Committee on Immigration, I questioned the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs about whether they had advance knowledge of the recent federal raid on Canal Street, in which officers armed with military-grade equipment and vehicles rounded people up in full view

Older New Yorkers are increasingly being targeted by identity theft and financial scams. Housing Conservation Coordinators is hosting a workshop to help spot and stop fraud. 🗓 Thursday, November 13, 2025 🕚 11:00 – 12:00 PM 📍 777 Tenth Ave 💻 In-person or Zoom: bit.ly/4gZIUi1

Thank you, Council District 3! I’m deeply honored to have been re-elected as your Council Member. Representing our incredible community is the greatest privilege of my life. I have a fundamental belief that life can be so much better than it is - and a better future is not out of reach.

Get out and #vote You never know who you’ll run into. Pictured here are @ebottcher.bsky.social Virginia Maloney, @iatselocal764.bsky.social Vice President Vangeli Kaseluris, 764 worker Cesar Upegui, and @alexbores.nyc #UnionStrong @iatse.bsky.social @nyclabor.bsky.social

Last time voting for myself for City Council! Serving you on the City Council is the honor and privilege of my lifetime, and I’m deeply grateful for your support. 🗳️ Polls are open until 9pm! Find your poll site at findmypollsite.vote.nyc

The Pizza Rat in Chelsea. See you next year, Halloween! 📸 @brianhammerstein

Thank you to PIX11 News Dan Mannarino for inviting me on to discuss the passage of my legislation requiring gun stores to display graphic warning images that illustrate the real dangers of keeping a firearm in the home the first of its kind in the nation. www.yahoo.com/news/article...

We recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of FIT’s new Joyce F. Brown Academic Building—named in honor of President Brown’s 27 years of visionary leadership. This stunning 10-story space, designed by SHoPArchitects, will inspire the next generation of designers and creators right here in

Had a great time at the 2025 CSA Leadership Conference! Thank you to @followcsa President Henry Rubio for his outstanding leadership and for bringing together so many of our city’s incredible principals and administrators.

📢 Apply now for the Manhattan Plaza Mitchell-Lama Project Based Section 8 waitlist (400 W 43rd St)! Income Limits: $157K–$189K.📍Must live in Manhattan CB4. 👵62+ for elderly list. 🗓️Deadline: Dec 15, 2025. Apply Now: housingconnect.nyc.gov

Thank you to everyone who joined our Community Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening event! 💕 Proud to partner with @northwellhealth.bsky.social Greenwich Village Hospital to bring this free event to our community — helping neighbors learn about early detection, self-care, and access to screenings.

🍎 HELP VISIONS REPLENISH THEIR FREE FOOD PANTRY! VISIONS provides nutritious food to blind and visually impaired Older Adult Center (OAC) participants and Selis Manor tenants. They need canned goods and shelf-stable items to help fill their food pantry—please donate!

📢 Free Estate Planning Legal Clinic! The Office of @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social, Stonewall CDC, City Bar Justice Center & NYLAG offer a Free Estate Planning Legal Clinic for NYC residents. ⏳ Deadline extended: Nov 2, 2025 🖋️ Pre-screen + webinar required 🔗 Apply: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/38dd8...

After an incredible PB Kick-off, we’re excited to hear YOUR ideas for projects that should be on this year’s Participatory Budgeting ballot! 💡 PB lets the community decide how to spend $1M on local projects like schools, parks & libraries. Submit ideas: rnd.council.nyc.gov/ideamap/map/

Yesterday the City Council passed my legislation — the first of its kind in the nation — requiring gun stores to display graphic warning images that illustrate the real dangers of keeping a firearm in the home. Intro. 1016 mandates that all gun stores in New York City display

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The New York City Council has passed the first law in the nation requiring gun stores to display graphic warning images showing the dangers of firearms in the home. Introduced by Council Member Erik Bottcher, this bill marks a major step forward for gun safety and public health.

INT 1016-A, sponsored by @ebottcher.bsky.social, requires @nychealthy.bsky.social to create graphic warning images displayed by gun dealers and licensing officers, aiming to raise awareness of the dangers of gun ownership and protect families through stronger public health education.

From @nycsanitation.bsky.social: There's NO pickup Tuesday, Nov. 4, Election Day. If that’s your normal trash, compost or recycling day, set out items Tuesday evening for pickup starting Wed., Nov. 5. Delays may occur after holidays; #NewYorksStrongest will get the job done. on.nyc.gov/4oeb7EA

** MEDIA ADVISORY ** COUNCIL POISED TO PASS BOTTCHER'S FIRST-IN-THE-NATION LEGISLATION REQUIRING GUN STORES TO DISPLAY GRAPHIC IMAGERY us5.campaign-archive.com?e=bbe06d4d3b...

At the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities, and Addiction hearing, I asked staff from the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) about which city agencies are setting the standard when it comes to inclusive hiring. Thank you, Chair Linda Lee, for leading this important hearing.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in U.S. women and often has no symptoms early on. Regular screenings are vital. Early detection saves lives. 💗 Learn more and take action at our no-cost awareness and screening event with @northwellhealth.bsky.social TODAY, Oct 28!

Happening Now! Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and often shows no early symptoms. That’s why regular screenings matter. Join us for a free breast cancer awareness and screening event with Northwell on Tuesday, October 28, 12–3 PM | 30 Seventh Avenue entrance

📢 Update: Please use the 30 Seventh Avenue entrance — just around the corner from the originally posted location.

Great meeting with @familyequality.org’s Executive Director, Darra Gordon, to discuss their essential work supporting LGBTQ families. Our city government must do everything possible to protect families, strengthen rights, and ensure every parent and child feels safe, supported, and seen. 🌈

The Annual Friends of Bleecker Playground Halloween Festival and Costume Contest! Thank you Jillian McIntyre and the organizers for producing an spook-tacular community event! 🎃

Hot dog seller in Hell’s Kitchen Park 🌭

“I love my country, and I won't stand by while it's torn apart by Donald Trump and his neofascist forces," Bottcher said in a message to supporters on social media. "It's time for a new generation of leaders to take charge and take our country back." www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/10/this...

Another great PS11 Fall Fest 🍂🎉 Grateful to the incredible organizers, staff, and volunteers who made this such a fun and festive day for our community. Thank you for bringing families together and celebrating community ❤️🌟

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and often shows no early symptoms. That’s why regular screenings matter. Early detection saves lives. Join us for a free breast cancer awareness and screening event with Northwell on Tuesday, October 28, 12–3 PM at 200 W 13th St.

705 Tenth Avenue, with approximately 160 permanently affordable units and a dedicated arts-focused community space, has ‘topped off’ in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. 🏗️✨ This building will not only deliver high-quality, affordable housing in one of Manhattan’s most in-demand neighborhoods

New York City, it’s time to vote! 🗳 Early voting for the General Election starts TODAY! 🗓 Early Voting: Oct 25 – Nov 2 🗓 Election Day: Nov 4 Find your polling location at findmypollsite.vote.nyc

I had a great time speaking with the @avenuesed Upper Grades students in Dr. David Allyn’s Institute for the Advanced Study of Ethics and the Common Good class. The students asked thoughtful questions and showed a real interest in how local government works and how we can make a difference.

From: @nycsanitation.bsky.social Now Hiring: Emergency Snow Shovelers! Register now to become an Emergency Snow Shoveler – help keep NYC moving after heavy storms by clearing snow from bus stops, crosswalks, hydrants & step streets. Pay starts at $19.14/hour. Get more info & register: nyc.gov/snow

Free Friday Nights at the @whitney.org Admission to the Whitney is free for all visitors every Friday evening from 5–10 pm. Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more. Tickets are required and capacity is limited. whitney.org/visit/free-f...

Grateful to @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social for bringing together Council Members and faith leaders for a press conference denouncing the militarization of NYC. Together, we sent a clear and unified message to Trump: NYC will not be militarized. No federal troops. No intimidation. Not here. Not ever. 🗽

🏳️‍⚧️ Join us for Transgender Day of Remembrance 🕯️ Honoring lives lost to anti-trans violence. 📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 PM (Doors 5:00) 📍 Council Chambers, City Hall RSVP by November 17: council.nyc.gov/events or call (212) 482-4120