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@ebottcher.bsky.social
Erik Bottcher
Politician
New York City Council Member, District 3, Manhattan #Village #Chelsea #HellsKitchen #TimesSquare🗽🏳️‍🌈🚲♻️🐕
Biodiversity is vanishing fast but you can help! 🌿 Join us this Friday, November 14, 11 AM–3 PM at NYC AIDS Memorial Park for a FREE native wildflower seed giveaway with the NYC Biodiversity Task Force. 🌸 Let’s grow a greener, wilder, more vibrant New York together! 💚
November 14, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Their move to St. Clement’s marks an exciting new chapter — one that will strengthen their connection to the neighborhood and the future of live theater in our city. 💫
November 12, 2025 at 6:02 AM
🎭 I joined The New Group for a special preview of their new home at St. Clement’s Church on West 46th Street — a space with deep artistic and spiritual roots.

For nearly three decades, The New Group has been one of New York’s most fearless incubators of new voices and groundbreaking work.
November 12, 2025 at 6:02 AM
The city's best summer job is now even better! With higher pay and new retention bonuses, there's never been a better time to become an NYC Parks Lifeguard.

Learn more:
nyc.gov/parks/lifegu...
November 11, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Biodiversity is vanishing fast but you can help! 🌿 Join us this Friday, November 14, 11 AM–3 PM at NYC AIDS Memorial Park for a FREE native wildflower seed giveaway with the NYC Biodiversity Task Force. 🌸 Let’s grow a greener, wilder, more vibrant New York together! 💚
November 11, 2025 at 6:32 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,
November 11, 2025 at 2:46 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.
November 11, 2025 at 2:36 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
November 11, 2025 at 2:18 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.
November 10, 2025 at 10:15 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. 🎭🎨
November 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
incredible dedication, and we’re grateful to all who have nurtured this Village treasure for half a century. Here’s to many more seasons of growth, beauty, and community! 🌿✨
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
November 10, 2025 at 4:20 AM
out there making sure the block was clear so a street sweeper could finally come through—for the first time in ages! #CleanStreets
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
November 9, 2025 at 10:37 PM
I was proud to present the Community Changemakers Award to Brooke Schooley — the driving force behind West Village BID! Thanks to her vision, the Village is cleaner, greener and more beautiful. Her leadership is a reminder of what’s possible when neighbors unite. 🌿✨
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. 💙
November 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
I encourage everyone to visit and experience this important NYC institution. @jackierobinsonfdtn.bsky.social
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.
November 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
city’s cultural and civic life.

Congratulations, Frank, and thank you for inspiring generations of New Yorkers to lead with courage, creativity, and compassion. 🌈✨
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
November 9, 2025 at 12:40 AM
🎬 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
November 7, 2025 at 6:52 PM
of the public, causing widespread fear and anger throughout the community.

New York City must remain a safe, welcoming place for all — and that means transparency when federal actions impact our immigrant communities.
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
November 6, 2025 at 4:41 AM
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
November 5, 2025 at 6:24 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.
November 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM