I strongly denounce the recent removal of quotes referencing slavery and the role of immigrants in the American Revolution from interpretive panels at the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. I have reached out to the National Park Service to request additional information regarding this decision.

My statement on the FYF27 BPS Budget and Capital Budget votes.

Eid Mubarak to all celebrating Eid al-Adha! 🌙✨ Wishing our Muslim neighbors a joyful holiday filled with peace, reflection, generosity & time with loved ones. May this celebration bring blessings, strengthen community, and remind us of the values of compassion, sacrifice, and care for one another.

🍝🍅 It’s coming back… Sagra del Sugo: The Sauce Festival returns soon! And yes, we’re reopening the age-old debate: sauce or gravy? (Choose wisely 👀)

Join us for our annual Eastie Eid Al-Adha celebration on Saturday, May 30th at Lopresti Park! Hosted in partnership with the Algerian American Cultural Association & Maverick Landing Community Services, this celebration will bring together families and neighbors… 1/2

🏳️‍⚧️🌈✨ Excited to announce the 4th Annual North End Pride Celebration on Wednesday, June 3rd at 5:30 PM at the North End Branch Library. Join us for a celebration of love in honor of our LGBTQ+ neighbors. All are welcome to join!

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The East Boston Social Centers has created a donation link to support families displaced with 100% of contributions going directly to those affected. We are not accepting material donations and are focused on raising funds to provide families with dignity and flexibility. 🔗 bit.ly/Eastie_Fire

Grateful to join the Charlestown High School 8th grade civics class for their Civics Action Projects. We had great conversations about the roles each of us can play in shaping our communities. The future of civic engagement is bright! Huge thank you to our amazing CHS educators for organizing.

We had a fun filled busy Saturday in District 1 despite the clouds and rain 🌦️ 🧹 Love Your Block was a hit! Thanks to all the neighbors who joined efforts to beautify our streets and parks.

Thank you for supporting airport workers! ✊

Proud to stand with the GBLC this International Workers Day, alongside airport workers fighting for safe working conditions & dignity. We’re demanding that one job be enough. I’ll always stand with workers as they push for justice especially in the face of hostile, regressive federal conditions.

I introduced an ordinance to strengthen tenant protections during rental inspection code violations, including increased penalties for landlords found in violation. We are facing a historic housing shortage with rising rents & limited supply creating an imbalance of power between landlords & tenants

A beautiful night relaunching Charlestown in Solidarity: Race and Equity Dialogues ✨ It’s been an honor to take part in these authentic conversations, foster community, and reflect. Looking forward to continuing these discussions every month on the last Thursday at 5:30PM at Peace Park.

Thank you Councilors @gigi4district1.bsky.social and @ruthzee.bsky.social, for representing the best of Boston to local neighborhoods and, with respect to FIFA 2026, to the entire world. Boston is a city for everyone, and your tireless work on these summer activations is incredibly valuable.

As Chair of the Government Operations Committee, I led the passage of a Home Rule Petition advancing Real Estate Transfer Fees and expanding Senior Property Tax Relief. Boston is facing a housing emergency driven by rising costs, limited supply, and outdated tools that no longer meet the moment.

#OneBostonDay is a time to reflect on the tragedy of April 15, 2013, while also honoring the resilience, strength, & generosity of Boston & its people. It serves as a powerful reminder of our ability to come together, care for one another, & turn a day of heartbreak into one of healing & community.

I sponsored a hearing order to review the status of the City of Boston’s curbside food waste collection program and provide an opportunity to address current challenges while identifying ways to strengthen and expand our municipal composting infrastructure.

It is officially budget season! Mayor Wu shared the first draft of the $4.9 billion FY 2027 Operating Budget which is now in the hands of Boston City Council. As your District City Councilor, I want to ensure you are aware of how you can influence the budget through upcoming City Council hearings.

Food insecurity is rising across our city and the Commonwealth, making access to affordable, nutritious food an increasingly urgent issue. Too many families are forced to make impossible choices between paying rent, covering bills, and putting food on the table.

Over the past month, I hosted three Budget Town Halls across District One to walk through the budget review process, share initial priorities, and gather input from residents on what they’d like to see funded. Each meeting focused on key issues impacting each neighborhood, creating an important 1/

Thrilled to see Boston moving forward with construction on Bunker Hill Building F, a 266-unit mixed-income development that includes 58 deeply affordable voucher units for BHA public housing families. By leveraging the Housing Accelerator Fund, we are advancing a public-private approach to 1/

I’m sponsoring a hearing on Thursday, April 9 at 2 PM to explore reviving the “Red Shirts” program as a neighborhood-based quality of life task force to support city services. Public testimony is welcome! Please email [email protected].

Proud to join Mayor Wu at Zumix in East Boston for the official launch of the Summer Youth Jobs Program! Expanding opportunities for our youth during the summer is critical to ensuring they have meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. Investing in youth through career 1/

Thank you to Search Engine Podcast for highlighting my work as Chair of Gov Operations as we review commercial autonomous vehicles. We have a responsibility to get this right by standing with workers, centering public safety, and making sure new technology expands opportunity and 1/

I attended the Faneuil Hall Advisors Meeting hosted by the Planning Dept, highlighting Quincy Market & Faneuil Hall Marketplace as vital civic assets. As District Councilor, I know how important this space is to strengthening downtown, supporting tourism, creating jobs, & shaping our social fabric.

2nd Annual Battle of the Books ✅ Over the past 16 weeks, these students read 20 books, all leading up to last night’s competition where they put their knowledge to the test! Special thanks to Sarah Frederick for starting this incredible initiative and helping foster a love of reading in our youth.

I was pleased to host community partners at City Hall for a Food Recovery Convening, where we discussed the current landscape of food recovery, existing gaps, and strategies to strengthen capacity and infrastructure for food recovery organizations.

Student safety is our top priority. Our office joined Rep. Michlewitz, Eliot K-8 Principal Traci Walker Griffith, BPD, ONS, and state partners for a walkthrough of the N. Washington Bridge to identify opportunities to strengthen safety measures for students traveling to and from school.

My statement regarding the recent incident in the North End.

I’m holding a hearing on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM to examine progress and identify further opportunities to address drink spiking and drug-facilitated sexual assault in Boston, particularly ahead of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. To testify, please email [email protected]

Building on our work, I was proud to file my second round of legislative filings in the Boston City Council, including the establishment of the Boston Emergency Relief Fund 1/

The power of neighbors coming together to help one another ❄️ Love Your Block: Winter Edition was a great reminder of what makes our community so special. Thank you to all the neighbors who came out to clear sidewalks and curb ramps and lend a helping hand.

Boston has declared a snow emergency due to the impending storm. 🗑️ There will be no trash pickup tomorrow, & trash and recycling will be on a citywide one-day delay. 🚗 A parking ban goes into effect at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 22. If you are parked in a BPS lot, please move your car by 6:00 PM.

What a great night in community at Cunard Tavern for Trivia Night! Thank you to Phil Frattaroli for the invitation and the opportunity to host. I had so much fun connecting with neighbors and putting our #bospoli knowledge to the test 🧠✨

During the Boston City Council’s Black History Month Celebration, I had the privilege of recognizing Douglass Williams, Owner and Chef of MIDA. Chef Douglass is a builder of restaurants, opportunities, community and a proud Boston chef whose work has earned national acclaim.

At today’s Council Meeting, we celebrated Vineet Gupta as he prepares to retire after 37 years of service to the City of Boston’s Streets Cabinet. Thank you for your commitment and leadership to our city.

Proud to join my colleagues & community partners to announce that City Hall Plaza will host Boston’s World Cup Fan Festival ⚽️✨ This citywide celebration will bring together residents & visitors to enjoy the games, celebrate the sport, & showcase the incredible vibrancy & diversity of our communities

I was proud to put forward the first round of many legislative priorities. Last year, we made significant progress together through impactful policy initiatives. I remain focused on advancing bold, data-driven policies that expand Boston’s vibrancy while keeping the city accessible & responsive.

I led the passage to accept a $1.5 million grant from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program to support capital improvements at Christopher Columbus Park & Long Wharf. We must act with urgency to secure these federal resilience funds, which are at risk of being taken back.

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! May we continue to honor his legacy and embrace the lessons he imparted. Let’s reflect on the work ahead as we strive to create a more just and equitable society.

Get to know the people shaping our City. Meet District 1 Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata. @gigi4district1.bsky.social

Thank you to the MA Senator who voted YES to lower taxes for residents. Senator Mike Rush filed an amendment aimed at providing meaningful property tax relief for Boston homeowners. While the amendment did not ultimately advance, I’m grateful to the Senators who stood up for Boston residents.

Everyone knows I love to throw down in a kitchen! I had the privilege of joining EquiTable Food Systems for a cooking demo at the Harvest on Vine Community Kitchen. We had a wonderful time alongside Bunker Hill BHA residents, sharing my chicken piccata recipe, & coming together to celebrate joy.

Happy Three Kings Day! 👑✨ Wishing everyone a day filled with tradition, reflection, & sweet moments! Sebastian & I celebrated earlier this week at VROCC’s event, where Sebastian was one of the Kings. Proud to support VROCC by helping connect them with the Ironworkers who donated additional toys.

I was honored to be sworn in for a third term alongside Mayor Wu & my City Council colleagues at Boston Symphony Hall, a moment that filled me with hope & excitement for the future of our city. I am proud of the progress we’ve made together & am ready to continue serving the residents of District 1.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! ✨ May 2026 be filled with joy, peace, health, and many good memories. ¡Les deseo a todos un Feliz Año Nuevo! ✨ Que el 2026 esté lleno de alegría, paz, salud y muchos buenos recuerdos.

Reducing food waste and expanding food access has been a top priority of mine as Councilor, especially as food insecurity reaches record levels and food pantries are facing high demand with limited resources. Arianna and Sofia have made a remarkable impact 1/ www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/26/m...

Wishing all a Merry Christmas filled with love and joy! ❤️ ¡Les deseo a todos una Feliz Navidad llena de amor y alegría! ❤️

“What to expect when you’re expecting” 🤍✨ I’m officially in mom learning mode and would love your recommendations. What books or podcasts were most helpful for a first-time mom? Drop them in the comments! 🍼