Henry Santana
@clrhenrysantana.bsky.social
#Boston City Councilor At-Large | he/him/his | Official City Council account. #bospoli #mapoli henrysantana.com/links
As sponsor, I will be participating in an in person hearing to ensure access to lifesaving online resources for LGBTQIA+ & other marginalized communities in response to proposed state & federal digital censorship legislation on Weds. 11/12 at 2pm.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
As sponsor, I will be participating in an in person hearing to ensure access to lifesaving online resources for LGBTQIA+ & other marginalized communities in response to proposed state & federal digital censorship legislation on Weds. 11/12 at 2pm.
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Yesterday, we stood with a coalition of unions & community members to support our App Drivers & send a clear message: we must protect workers over robots.
Boston is a union town, and I am proud to fight with you for a better future for all of us.
Boston is a union town, and I am proud to fight with you for a better future for all of us.
October 29, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Yesterday, we stood with a coalition of unions & community members to support our App Drivers & send a clear message: we must protect workers over robots.
Boston is a union town, and I am proud to fight with you for a better future for all of us.
Boston is a union town, and I am proud to fight with you for a better future for all of us.
Happy Intersex Awareness Day! This day has deep roots in Boston—on this date in 1996, North America's first public intersex demonstration happened right here.
Today, we honor the courage of those advocates.
Today, we honor the courage of those advocates.
October 26, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Happy Intersex Awareness Day! This day has deep roots in Boston—on this date in 1996, North America's first public intersex demonstration happened right here.
Today, we honor the courage of those advocates.
Today, we honor the courage of those advocates.
Throughout our communities, we are witnessing a heartbreaking epidemic of violence affecting the youngest members of our society. This week we saw a tragic school shooting in Denver, the stabbing of a student inside a Boston high school, and the murder of Charlie Kirk.
September 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Throughout our communities, we are witnessing a heartbreaking epidemic of violence affecting the youngest members of our society. This week we saw a tragic school shooting in Denver, the stabbing of a student inside a Boston high school, and the murder of Charlie Kirk.
As Chair of the Education Committee, our office will be holding an in-person hearing on Thursday, 8/28 at 2pm to review the Boston Public Schools' bus drivers certification process and the new Bus Ridership Policy.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
August 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
As Chair of the Education Committee, our office will be holding an in-person hearing on Thursday, 8/28 at 2pm to review the Boston Public Schools' bus drivers certification process and the new Bus Ridership Policy.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Kicked off the Rat City Arts Festival at this week's Gala & Gallery. Director @rickyinratcity.bsky.social shared the festival's vision, and we celebrated local artists who have made a big impact on the community. And wow, the decorated rat traps were an unforgettable display of artistry!
August 15, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Kicked off the Rat City Arts Festival at this week's Gala & Gallery. Director @rickyinratcity.bsky.social shared the festival's vision, and we celebrated local artists who have made a big impact on the community. And wow, the decorated rat traps were an unforgettable display of artistry!
Today at City Hall, we proudly raised the Dominican flag. As a Dominican City Councilor, moments like these are deeply meaningful. Our flag isn't just a piece of fabric; it's a symbol of our culture—a reminder of our unity, our strength, and the indelible mark Dominicans have made on Boston.
August 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Today at City Hall, we proudly raised the Dominican flag. As a Dominican City Councilor, moments like these are deeply meaningful. Our flag isn't just a piece of fabric; it's a symbol of our culture—a reminder of our unity, our strength, and the indelible mark Dominicans have made on Boston.
As Chair of the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee, I want to make you aware of several upcoming hearings focused on the 2024 Surveillance Report. This report is the city's comprehensive review of how surveillance technologies are being used.
Learn more ⬇️
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Learn more ⬇️
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August 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
As Chair of the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee, I want to make you aware of several upcoming hearings focused on the 2024 Surveillance Report. This report is the city's comprehensive review of how surveillance technologies are being used.
Learn more ⬇️
mailchi.mp/boston/2025-...
Learn more ⬇️
mailchi.mp/boston/2025-...
I am grateful to have joined @ben4district6.bsky.social today at a reception honoring the retiring @bostonschools.boston.gov teachers. Their commitment to shaping future generations has been invaluable, and we thank them for their years of service.
August 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
I am grateful to have joined @ben4district6.bsky.social today at a reception honoring the retiring @bostonschools.boston.gov teachers. Their commitment to shaping future generations has been invaluable, and we thank them for their years of service.
As Chair of the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee, our office will be holding an in-person hearing on Monday August 11 at 2pm regarding the City of Boston's 2024 Annual Surveillance Report.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
August 6, 2025 at 1:39 PM
As Chair of the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee, our office will be holding an in-person hearing on Monday August 11 at 2pm regarding the City of Boston's 2024 Annual Surveillance Report.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Members of the public are invited to attend or testify.
Incredible start to National Night Out! Shout out to Allston-Brighton for showing up this afternoon to kick night one off!
August 4, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Incredible start to National Night Out! Shout out to Allston-Brighton for showing up this afternoon to kick night one off!
National Night Out kicks off TONIGHT!
Looking forward to seeing our neighbors in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain tonight!
Looking forward to seeing our neighbors in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain tonight!
August 4, 2025 at 1:25 PM
National Night Out kicks off TONIGHT!
Looking forward to seeing our neighbors in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain tonight!
Looking forward to seeing our neighbors in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain tonight!
Spotted! New @ridebluebikes.bsky.social stations popping up in Brighton!
July 30, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Spotted! New @ridebluebikes.bsky.social stations popping up in Brighton!
TOMORROW! Meet Santana's Youth Force in East Boston for a neighborhood clean up in Maverick Square!
We're providing all bags, gloves and equipment with support from @civicorganizing.boston.gov!
All are welcome. Hope to see you there!
We're providing all bags, gloves and equipment with support from @civicorganizing.boston.gov!
All are welcome. Hope to see you there!
July 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
TOMORROW! Meet Santana's Youth Force in East Boston for a neighborhood clean up in Maverick Square!
We're providing all bags, gloves and equipment with support from @civicorganizing.boston.gov!
All are welcome. Hope to see you there!
We're providing all bags, gloves and equipment with support from @civicorganizing.boston.gov!
All are welcome. Hope to see you there!
Next week! National Night Out kicks off on Monday in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain!
Join neighbors and community for an evening of family friendly activities and snacks!
Join neighbors and community for an evening of family friendly activities and snacks!
July 30, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Next week! National Night Out kicks off on Monday in Brighton, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury & Jamaica Plain!
Join neighbors and community for an evening of family friendly activities and snacks!
Join neighbors and community for an evening of family friendly activities and snacks!
As cosponsor, our office will be participating in a working session with the Committee on Housing & Community Development to assess the efficacy of the City of Boston Municipal Code's University Accountability Ordinance on Tuesday August 5 at 10am.
July 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
As cosponsor, our office will be participating in a working session with the Committee on Housing & Community Development to assess the efficacy of the City of Boston Municipal Code's University Accountability Ordinance on Tuesday August 5 at 10am.
Had a fantastic time today on Veronica Robles's radio program, ¡Órale con Verónica! We chatted about personal stories, how my office supports Boston's constituents and neighborhoods, and the incredible ways VROCC center initiatives empower Boston's youth.
July 29, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Had a fantastic time today on Veronica Robles's radio program, ¡Órale con Verónica! We chatted about personal stories, how my office supports Boston's constituents and neighborhoods, and the incredible ways VROCC center initiatives empower Boston's youth.
As Chair of the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee, we are holding an in-person hearing on Tuesday, 8/12 at 2pm to discuss Ordinances on Surveillance & Oversight & Information Sharing Boston City Code Section 16-63 & Boston City Code Section 16-63.3(b)(3).
Public is encouraged to testify.
Public is encouraged to testify.
July 28, 2025 at 2:06 PM
As Chair of the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee, we are holding an in-person hearing on Tuesday, 8/12 at 2pm to discuss Ordinances on Surveillance & Oversight & Information Sharing Boston City Code Section 16-63 & Boston City Code Section 16-63.3(b)(3).
Public is encouraged to testify.
Public is encouraged to testify.
Team Santana is READY to take on the Puerto Rican Parade in Roxbury! A little rain can't stop us!
Make sure to say hi if you see us!
Make sure to say hi if you see us!
July 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Team Santana is READY to take on the Puerto Rican Parade in Roxbury! A little rain can't stop us!
Make sure to say hi if you see us!
Make sure to say hi if you see us!
Heads up, Boston Renters! The new law on broker fees starts August 1! As of Aug 1, the person who hired the broker (and signed the contract) is the one who pays the fee.
➡️ If landlord hired: they pay.
➡️ If you hired & signed: you pay.
Know Your Rights! Need help?! Connect with @housing.boston.gov
➡️ If landlord hired: they pay.
➡️ If you hired & signed: you pay.
Know Your Rights! Need help?! Connect with @housing.boston.gov
July 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Heads up, Boston Renters! The new law on broker fees starts August 1! As of Aug 1, the person who hired the broker (and signed the contract) is the one who pays the fee.
➡️ If landlord hired: they pay.
➡️ If you hired & signed: you pay.
Know Your Rights! Need help?! Connect with @housing.boston.gov
➡️ If landlord hired: they pay.
➡️ If you hired & signed: you pay.
Know Your Rights! Need help?! Connect with @housing.boston.gov
Our workers deserve a fair contract. Proud to stand with Teamsters Local 25 today at Republic Services in Roxbury. I stand with our workers who provide vital services to our city.
July 24, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Our workers deserve a fair contract. Proud to stand with Teamsters Local 25 today at Republic Services in Roxbury. I stand with our workers who provide vital services to our city.
Huge thank you to the Boston Student Advisory Council & Sociedad Latina for their invaluable input at City Hall this morning. We discussed the upcoming hearing on social media's impact on @bostonschools.boston.gov students.
Listening to our youth is crucial for shaping effective policies.
Listening to our youth is crucial for shaping effective policies.
July 22, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Huge thank you to the Boston Student Advisory Council & Sociedad Latina for their invaluable input at City Hall this morning. We discussed the upcoming hearing on social media's impact on @bostonschools.boston.gov students.
Listening to our youth is crucial for shaping effective policies.
Listening to our youth is crucial for shaping effective policies.
Thursday! Meet us at Cobblestones in Beacon Hill for Office Hours!
Stop by to ask a question, connect with resources or offer feedback on what Beacon Hill needs most.
RSVP or leave us a a comment here!
www.henrysantana.com/office-hours
Stop by to ask a question, connect with resources or offer feedback on what Beacon Hill needs most.
RSVP or leave us a a comment here!
www.henrysantana.com/office-hours
July 22, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Thursday! Meet us at Cobblestones in Beacon Hill for Office Hours!
Stop by to ask a question, connect with resources or offer feedback on what Beacon Hill needs most.
RSVP or leave us a a comment here!
www.henrysantana.com/office-hours
Stop by to ask a question, connect with resources or offer feedback on what Beacon Hill needs most.
RSVP or leave us a a comment here!
www.henrysantana.com/office-hours
Another Roxbury Unity Parade in the books! I'm still buzzing from the energy and so grateful to have been in community with everyone today for the 7th Annual parade.
A huge thank you to Toy Burton for her tireless work in organizing such a meaningful event year after year.
A huge thank you to Toy Burton for her tireless work in organizing such a meaningful event year after year.
July 20, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Another Roxbury Unity Parade in the books! I'm still buzzing from the energy and so grateful to have been in community with everyone today for the 7th Annual parade.
A huge thank you to Toy Burton for her tireless work in organizing such a meaningful event year after year.
A huge thank you to Toy Burton for her tireless work in organizing such a meaningful event year after year.
Shout out to @bostonbikepolo.bsky.social for inviting us and @lizbreadon.bsky.social to stop by their tournament at the outdoor rink in Smith Park yesterday! We were impressed by the turnout and the sheer coordination it takes to play this high speed game.
July 20, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Shout out to @bostonbikepolo.bsky.social for inviting us and @lizbreadon.bsky.social to stop by their tournament at the outdoor rink in Smith Park yesterday! We were impressed by the turnout and the sheer coordination it takes to play this high speed game.