@ebottcher.bsky.social
Erik Bottcher
Politician
New York City Council Member, District 3, Manhattan #Village #Chelsea #HellsKitchen #TimesSquare🗽🏳️🌈🚲♻️🐕
Politician
New York City Council Member, District 3, Manhattan #Village #Chelsea #HellsKitchen #TimesSquare🗽🏳️🌈🚲♻️🐕
Thank you to the West 12th Street Block Association for inviting me to speak at your Annual Meeting! I shared updates on my legislation reforming sidewalk sheds, my first-in-the-nation gun safety legislation requiring gun stores to post graphic photos that illustrate the dangers of guns in the home,
November 11, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Thank you to the West 12th Street Block Association for inviting me to speak at your Annual Meeting! I shared updates on my legislation reforming sidewalk sheds, my first-in-the-nation gun safety legislation requiring gun stores to post graphic photos that illustrate the dangers of guns in the home,
On #VeteransDay, we pause to honor those who put everything on the line for our democracy. Let us repay that service by fighting every day for the country they believed in; one that lives up to its highest ideals.
November 11, 2025 at 2:36 PM
On #VeteransDay, we pause to honor those who put everything on the line for our democracy. Let us repay that service by fighting every day for the country they believed in; one that lives up to its highest ideals.
Yesterday we wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez following the heartbreaking fatal crash on Morton Street near Seventh Avenue South, where a 27-year-old woman was struck and killed by a wrong-way driver. We’re urging the Department of Transportation to conduct a full safety review
November 11, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Yesterday we wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez following the heartbreaking fatal crash on Morton Street near Seventh Avenue South, where a 27-year-old woman was struck and killed by a wrong-way driver. We’re urging the Department of Transportation to conduct a full safety review
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.
November 10, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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. 🎭🎨
November 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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. 🎭🎨
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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!
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!
November 10, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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!
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
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
November 10, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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
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.
November 10, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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
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
November 9, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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
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. 💙
November 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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.
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.
November 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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.
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
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
November 9, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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
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
🎟️ Get tickets here: greenwichvillagefilmfestival.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:52 PM
🎬 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
🎟️ 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
Delays may occur after holidays; #NewYorksStrongest will get the job done. Info: on.nyc.gov/43g1cFY
No Trash, Curbside Composting or Recycling Collection on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025
In observance of Veterans Day, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday, Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
on.nyc.gov
November 6, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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
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
November 6, 2025 at 4:41 AM
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
🗓 Thursday, November 13, 2025
🕚 11:00 – 12:00 PM
📍 777 Tenth Ave
💻 In-person or Zoom: bit.ly/4gZIUi1
November 5, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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
🗓 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.
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.
November 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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.
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.
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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
#UnionStrong @iatse.bsky.social @nyclabor.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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
#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
November 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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
📸 @brianhammerstein
November 4, 2025 at 4:15 AM
The Pizza Rat in Chelsea. See you next year, Halloween!
📸 @brianhammerstein
📸 @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...
PIX on Politics Daily: NYC Councilmember on requiring gun stores to post warning signs
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — Welcome to PIX on Politics Daily with Dan Mannarino — where we break down the day’s political news, top headlines, and the issues that matter most to you through thoughtful, in...
www.yahoo.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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
This stunning 10-story space, designed by SHoPArchitects, will inspire the next generation of designers and creators right here in
November 3, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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
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.
November 3, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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
November 2, 2025 at 1:09 AM
📢 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