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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Statement on recent appointment as Chair to @NYCCouncil Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Hi Carla, responding from my Council Twitter handle. Please use this handle for Council related matters. There will be a hearing on obscured plates. Date has not been confirmed yet. Hope you are available to testify.

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1 year

Hello @Powers4Queens New Yorkers want answers, can you hold a hearing or press conference on illegal & obscured plates and lack of enforcement on city streets ?

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@CMBrooksPowers

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This was very unfortunate but also a glimpse of what every day Black and Brown New Yorkers encounter. And, its interactions such as this one that Intro 586-A sets out to capture. Glad my colleague, @dr_yusefsalaam , and his family made it home safely last night. ♥️

Emily Ngo

@emilyngo

3 months

. @NYCCouncil Member @dr_yusefsalaam , of Exonerated Five, was stopped by police last night, says when he ID’d himself as an elected and asked why he was being stopped, officer just said, “We’re done here”

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Had so much fun exploring the 33rd Council District, biking with CM @LincolnRestler . We also visited the #BrooklynPromenade . Such a beautiful district. 🚲

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

First time speaker. On-time budget. Majority new Council. Most diverse body in the history of the Council. Historic wins on oversight powers secured. Secured 90% of Council priorities. Transparent and inclusive process. Wish someone would tell that story. #WomenLead

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@CMBrooksPowers

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I was in awe of what a transit rich district could look like when I visited @cmcrystalhudson ’s district. But, what wasn’t lost on me was that even in communities that have trains, buses, bicycles and all, we must invest in our open streets and infrastructure. (1/2)

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Still happening now! @AliciaHyndman , @TishJames , @dstquac and I are distributing Covid at-home tests and #PPE in #Laurelton while supplies last. #MLKDay

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

9 months

This is gross and scary! And, the fact that this person was so comfortable to kiss a complete stranger while being recording is alarming. We have to call out this behavior and hold people like that accountable.

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@HannahKliger

9 months

Stranger kisses Brooklyn Councilwoman @InnaVernikov during an interview on Brighton Beach @CBSNewYork

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Its a new day on the Snake Road in Rosedale! Dumping is illegal and our new cameras will ensure that we will find you. Shout out to Commissioner Tisch and the @NYCSanitation team for ensuring this illegal dumper was hand delivered a $4,000 summons. #GSD #GetStuffDone

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

10 months

Today, my district experienced a gut-wrenching tragedy. The loss of Waleed, a 14 year old, who died on the shores of Rockaway Beach. Hearing the mom cry out today continues to ring with me. Please join me in praying for this family during this difficult time. 🙏🏾

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

I think I'm addicted to #SpatialEquityNYC , a tool from @transalt and @MITLCAU .

Spatial Equity NYC

Spatial Equity NYC documents inequities in the ways that public space is designed, distributed, and accessed.

www.spatialequity.nyc

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Had such a great time with CM @RitaJosephNYC touring the 40th district in #Brooklyn . We looked at bike lanes, potential ways for buses to go faster, and infrastructure goals. (1/2)

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Thank you, @mta Chair #JannoLieber , for meeting with me in my district, an outerborough and one of the city's #transitdeserts . We have a real opportunity to transform NYC's transportation system to become more affordable, accessible, clean and safe. Let's meet the moment!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

5 months

Got to run into these two amazing people in #Queens ♥️

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

My heart hurts for the families of the @NYPDnews officers murdered in the line of duty. When our loved ones walk through the door to go we have every expectation they will return home to us. Praying for the families and the Harlem community. #NYPD 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Thank you @TheRevAl & @NationalAction for the invitation to take part in today’s #MLKDay event. There’s much more work left to be done to fully realize the dream of Dr. King and I am thankful we have change agents on the ground working towards that goal every day beyond one day.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

My favorite card of the day 👑 Love my family and tribe. Thank you for all of the birthday wishes. ♥️

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@CMBrooksPowers

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Earlier today I learned of a police officer shooting within my district & traveled to the scene. My heart hurts for a young widow and family that lost their loved one tonight. PO Diller woke up today & left home with an intention to protect & serve, but most of all return home.🧵

Edward A. Caban

@NYPDPC

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Tonight this city lost a hero, a wife lost her husband, and a young child lost their father. We struggle to find the words to express the tragedy of losing one of our own. The work that Police Officer Jonathan Diller did each day to make this city a safer place will NEVER be…

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@CMBrooksPowers

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Now, let’s work!

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

I’ve been sounding the alarm with @CitiBikeNYC for some time. They are not reaching communities that need transportation resources most. If they cannot reach these communities it’s time we look beyond. (1/2)

Justin Brannan

@JustinBrannan

1 year

Ya gotta love @CitiBikeNYC systematically icing out the "outer" borough transit deserts. The map doesn't lie. Now that all the bougie transit rich neighborhoods have their docks, Citi Bike says they're broke. No further expansion without city subsidy. How convenient!👎🏼

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, I kicked off our citywide #Transportation and #infrastructure tour in CD26. @CMJulieWon took me all over the district from #Sunnyside to #LIC . I’m looking forward to ensuring our city agencies are investing in our transportation apparatus.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

11 months

The @NYCCouncil will exercise our power and override the Mayor’s veto. We need solutions and this package of bills will help our housing insecure neighbors and help keep those at risk of eviction from entering a shelter.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

My thoughts and prayers are with NYC Police Officer Soto and his family. This senseless act of violence towards those who are sworn to protect us must stop. Our community and city deserve better. #NYPD

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Policy Director, Alex H., spoke at today’s @TransAlt rally in support of legislation passed in the @NYCCouncil to extend the speed camera bill for 3yrs. This is one of the many tools to ensure safe streets. We will continue to push to reinvest revenue into impacted communities.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Statement by @NYCCouncil #TransportationAndInfrastructure Chair on support for #ABLE program.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

#HappyHannukah to all of those observing! May the holiday be filled with light, love, and family. #ChagSameach

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Happy birthday, Madam Speaker!! Thank you for being YOU!! ♥️

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

@NYCCouncil Members were deep in attendance at the St. Pat’s for All parade in Sunnyside #Queens . ☘️

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

I generally receive vile tweets. Clearly Christmas is no different. Will continue to pray for all, even those that wish harm in the name of “social media activism.” I will be stepping away from Twitter for a bit so have at it. (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

So, the @nyccouncil did a thing yesterday…. We passed a resolution to declare February 15th #BlackGirlMagic day in the City of New York. Thank you, @A_StevensD16 for your vision on this important legislation. #WomenLead 💫

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

3 months

Today, I heard directly from families & advocates personally impacted by dangerous streets in NYC. Members of @NYC_SafeStreets & DC37 discussed various priorities, including restoring funding that supports city’s crossing guards. Thank you for stopping our office!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Up and out early in Council District 38 with CM @alexaforcouncil . ☀️

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, I toured the 13th Council district with @cmmvelaz learning more about the transit network and infrastructure needs. The #Bronx has a real one championing their issues. Looking forward to realizing more equitable #TransportationAndInfrastructure for all. #OMNY

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Had a wonderful time at the annual @metcouncil breakfast today! It was great seeing folks in person. I also got to connect with my fellow I.S. 74 alumna @grace4ny .

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

21 days

It’s a bittersweet day for my office as we prepare to say goodbye to my Legislative and Budget Director, Jack Seigenthaler. During today’s Stated meeting I took some time to highlight his impact and share my sincere appreciation for his work. 🧵 (1/2)

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

We all should enjoy the recreation + potential jobs provided by public pools. However, many people in our city, that access is nonexistent. The Council will advance legislation to make school pools accessible year-round + fund free swimming programs. #PeopleOverEverything

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

My God. I feel all things right now. Sorrow. Anger. Hurt. Devastation. Hands cuffed, crying out, #TyreeNichols calling out for his mother, like #GeorgeFloyd cried out just breaks my heart. Seeing such a lack of humanity for another human being is disgraceful.(1/3)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

When we think transportation we must understand each corner of NYC looks different, & have different needs. Visiting @CMLindaLee I saw a community heavily dependent on bus service.The nearest subway stop requires two buses from Bell Blvd. T/U CM Lee for showing me your community.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, I joined my colleagues, @CMSandyNurse and @CMCrystalHudson for an announcement by @NYCSanitation and @NYC_DOT on a new street cleaning initiative; one that includes full restoration of alternate side parking and a major investment to clean our bike lanes.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Waiting on @KeithPowersNYC to get started lol!

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Now that we’ve passed the budget, our #TransportationAndInfrastructure tours have restarted & we kicked it off in CM @BobHoldenNYC ’s district. @NYC_DOT we found a great route for a new bike lane! But, first we must deal with the abandoned trucks we saw. This is a citywide issue.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Yesterday, I held my first hearing as Chair to the @nyccouncil Committee on #TransportationANDinfrastructure . Thank you to @nyc_dot for your testimony, as well as the public that lent their voice to this important conversation around equity. (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, the @NYCCouncil #TransportationAndInfrastructure committee moved one step closer to passing two important pieces of legislation,creating a #Greenway plan & better utilization of public spaces for bathroom access.The full Council will vote on these bills at the next stated.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Today, I introduced two important bills @nyccouncil . The first would require @nyc_dot to implement daylighting for 100 intersections annually. The second would bring greater transparency for ballot measures.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Yes to this!! Yesterday’s #StateOfTheCity by @NYCSpeakerAdams was huge success. Setting the tone as the @NYCCouncil continues through budget season and beyond. So proud. #SEQ #D9 @allencathedral

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Well, I can honestly say the students at the Springfield Campus had a wonderful day! We hosted @nickcannon ’s teen mogul competition and it was a huge success. Thanks again to Nick and his incredible team for making this all possible, as well as Principal O!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Joint Statement on the Tragic Death of Terah Sauveur @ritajosephnyc @CMMercedesCD46 @cmfarahlouis

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, the @nyccouncil held its #Sukkot celebration, honoring two notable leaders, “Shimmy” Pelman and Rabbi Bob Kaplan, for the work they have and continue to do across the City of New York.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Statement by Majority Whip Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Chair, @NYCCouncil Committee on #TransportationandInfrastructure . @TransAlt

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

6 months

Wishing our Chief, Renee Taylor, a happy and blessed birthday!! Thank you for all that you do and all that you are to #TeamBrooksPowers ♥️

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 months

Equal Pay is about more than just compensation for equal work. It’s about the idea that our work matters, that we deserve the same respect, representation, and pay as our male counterparts. #EqualPayDay 🧵(1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

NYC has one of the greatest public transportation networks in the world! It also is a critical asset that is not merely an option, but essential to millions of New Yorkers. Today, the @nyccoucil questioned the @MTA and @NYPDNews on measures being implemented to improve safety.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Archie Spigner meant so much to so many. He was a mentor and I am one of the many who he help to shape and develop in public service. It was befitting to rename St. Albans Park after the Dean of Queens!!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Congratulations, Shake!! It was so good to join your family, friends, and community to celebrate you and I’m looking forward to continuing to build with you!!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

My first event of the day was postponed due to the rain and I called myself “sleeping late” but my toddler had something else in mind. Happy Saturday folks! Thankful for another day 🙏🏾

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Wonderful celebration of my colleague, CM @ebottcher , Broadway style!!

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

I stand with the essential workers striking today. @Uber must drop it’s lawsuit and stop blocking pay raises for drivers! @NYTWA

NY Taxi Workers

@NYTWA

1 year

📢 Striking @Uber drivers are speaking out right now at Uber’s NYC HQ. Uber: listen to your drivers! Give back the raises you stole! #UberStrike #BoycottUber

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

@zachiscol The best Borough lol

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Today, I worshiped at my home church @allencathedral w/my Church sister, @nycspeakeradams . It was a pleasure to welcome @NdabaMandela , grandson of the late, great #NelsonMandela , who spoke during our service. Loved seeing two of my fave AKAs in Red 😜 #GoRedForWomen #WearRedDay

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

On the anniversary of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation, we must commemorate Holocaust victims and recommit to the fight against hate, #antisemitism & intolerance. On #HolocaustRemembranceDay let us continue to learn from the past and fight against bias and discrimination.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, I joined my colleagues in the @NYCCouncil to speak out against the attack on women's rights by #SCOTUS . We cannot stand on the sidelines as they attempt to roll back #RoeVWade . #BansOffOurBodies

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Honored to have been recognized with so many dynamic people by @CityAndStateNY for their Queens Power 100.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Yesterday, I convened an oversight hearing for the @nyccouncil Committee on #TransportationAndInfrastructure focusing in Managing bc the City’s Public Space. We heard several important bills including one that would result in utilization of public space, and establishing a (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Thanks so much to my colleague, CM @alexaforcouncil , for leading today’s #transportationandinfrastructure tour in the 38th Council District. Crumbling streets, increase in truck traffic as a result of a number of last mile facilities opening up, and the @mta (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Statement on Weekend Hit-And-Run Traffic Violence

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

3 months

Vision Zero made NYC's white neighborhoods safer from cars, but not Black or Latino areas: Report - Gothamist

Vision Zero made NYC's white neighborhoods safer from cars, but not Black or Latino areas: Report

While pedestrian fatalities have fallen, more cyclists and motorists have died since New York’s major push to make streets safer.

gothamist.com

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Today, we celebrated a multi-million dollar federal investment in Delancey Street to ensure its users are safe from traffic violence. I look forward to continued citywide investment in safe streets, including in long-neglected Black and Brown and low-income communities. (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

5 months

My office has been made aware of threats against Shuls across the City and we are in contact with @NYPDnews who is monitoring the situation. There is a plan to increase police presence at houses of worship within District 31. We’ll continue to monitor this situation.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

✌🏾years ago, today. Thank you for your faith in my, District 31. 🙏🏾

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

@subtle116 @_elkue @Powers4Queens @NYCCouncil Morning. Yes, I’m aware and have been in touch with the local precinct. This will be enforced. Thanks for your advocacy.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Today, the @NYCCouncil and the Mayor's Administration reached an agreement for the FY23 budget, under the leadership of @NYCSpeakerAdams and Finance Chair, @JustinBrannan . Many historic elements that will ensure the City of New York is fairer, more equitable for all New Yorkers.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Good to be back ✈️ Caught this photo of my home from the sky. I keep saying I live on the runway of #JFKAirport 🥴

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

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Thank you to my amazing sister in government @CMLindaLee for the #Queens pin. 🔥

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@CMBrooksPowers

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@jehiah @LincolnRestler It is. During my very first hearing I spoke about low hanging fruit ways to improve pedestrian safety and that was an example I used…daylighting.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Happy Fri-YAY! #budgetszn #NYC #TGIF

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Earlier today, the @nyccouncil held a press conference to highlight critical priorities as we move closer to a FY2023 budget. We must ensure our communities are safe, access to quality health care facilities, and greater equity across the spectrum exists. (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Commissioner Kavanagh has distinguished herself as a fierce leader for all @FDNY firefighters, from our meeting with members of the local fire house in my district following the untimely death of FF Jesse Gerhard to her commitment to advocate for equity in our firehouses. (1/2)

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

I am so excited for this!! The much awaited Idlewild Environmental Center is now open to the community. Join us as we celebrate the newest gem in the SEQ community. Hope to see you there.

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Statement on Weekend Traffic Violence Fatalities by @NYCCouncil Majority Whip Selvena N. Brooks-Powers

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Thanks so much @voteshekar for walking your district with me and lifting up the needs and concerns of your constituents! Enjoyed meeting local CB Chair and supporting your #SmallBusiness @TheQueensboro . And, special thx for the @RidersAlliance hat 😊

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Food distribution for the High Holiday with @JCCofRP with my colleagues @KhaleelAnderson and @Stacey23AD . #OneCommunity

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@CMBrooksPowers

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Such a somber day in NYC. Continued prayers to the widow, parents, brother, extended families and friends of #JasonRivera during this time of bereavement. 🙏🏾

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

🚨UPDATE🚨 Luis has been found safely and is being checked out medically. Thank you all for remaining vigilant. Let us continue to pray for the family.

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

I hope the news stations cover this on all of the news programs. We need to sound the alarm across the entire tri-state area. There is a 12 y/o CHILD missing. Please help us bring him home SAFELY to his family! #MissingChild @NY1 @CBSNewYork @fox5ny @ABC7NY @CNNnewsroom

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1 year

Taking the 🚊 @mta to go and rally with the @NYCHealthSystem nurses. #PublicTransit #Subway

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@CMBrooksPowers

10 months

En route to vote on the FY24 Budget. Air quality is expected to be poor, mask up! #Transportation and #Infrastructure

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Yesterday, the @nyccouncil Committee on #TransportationAndInfrastructure convened an oversight hearing to discuss the City's street safety infrastructure. We’ll continue to discuss the bills we heard with Administration officials and I have every intention to moving them (1/4)

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Nonprofits are the lifeblood of NYC. I was pleased to join ⁦ @NYCSpeakerAdams ⁩ & our colleagues at the “Nonprofit Thought Leader Reception” hosted by ⁦ @CityAndStateNY ⁩ and government relations firm ⁦ @kasirernyc to hear from them firsthand.

Adrienne Adams calls for pay parity and other support for nonprofits

The New York City Council speaker kicked off a gathering of nonprofit professionals and government leaders to discuss bold new ideas for the sector.

www.cityandstateny.com

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CMSelvenaBrooksPowers

@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Thank you, Madam Speaker! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

Adrienne Adams

@NYCSpeakerAdams

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. @CMBrooksPowers is not only a dedicated public servant and a trailblazing leader, she is a wonderful mother and a dear friend. I was proud to swear her in for her inauguration ceremony. #SoutheastQueens and District 31 are in good hands with CM Brooks-Powers leading the way.

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@CMBrooksPowers

1 year

Today, we celebrated the milestone for the final terminal project on the #JFKRedevelopment . This day was a long time coming and I look forward to work with the JMP team & @PANYNJ to not only deliver a state-of-the-art Airport, but real investments to the local community. #ANewJFK

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Are you a #CBO in Southeast Queens? If so, you won’t want to miss this. I’m teaming up with my colleagues to host a training on discretionary and capital funding with the @NYCCouncil . Be sure to register in advance & don’t forget the application is live.

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2 years

Rockaway we did a thing last night! A beautiful end to a beautiful day. Could not have been done w/o my amazing partners in government, @JSandersNYC @KhaleelAnderson , our sponsors & most of all our dynamic staff! Shout out to my entire team. Yesterday was all hands on deck. ♥️

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2 years

The toughest moment as an elected official is when there is a loss of life. Praying for the family of Davina Afokoba and the Challenge Charter family. My heart sunk when I received the call and can only imagine the grief of the news. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Queens driver slams into two pedestrians, killing 10-year-old girl, then crashes into car wash

An out-of-control driver plowed into a woman and a 10-year-old girl, killing the youngster, before slamming into a shuttered car wash in Queens Wednesday afternoon, police and witnesses said. Rescu…

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1 year

Today, we did a thing! After many years, we finally were able to break ground for a brand new school coming to the @ArverneByTheSea community. Thank you to each and every community member for never letting up the fight, @NYCMayor and First Deputy Mayor Lorraine Grillo for (1/2)

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2 years

Today, we celebrated a SEQ Legend — none other than Ladies Love Cool James, widely know as @llcoolj . Thank you for your continued philanthropy to the greater Queens community.

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Far too often, Black migrants are excluded from the conversation about the migrant experience in New York City. Sadly, today’s hearing offered a shocking glimpse into the lack of equity Black migrants receive in terms of resources and assistance. 🧵 (1/3)

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@CMBrooksPowers

2 years

Excited to keynote the 8th grade graduation for my young scholars Challenge Charter School in #FarRockaway

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2 years

Wishing my friends near and far a #HappyLunarNewYear2022 !! #YearOfTheTiger

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7 months

The @FollowCSA Leadership Conference today was amazing!! Got to see so many of my favorite people including Mr. Herman Merritt. Thankful to all of our educators and the work they do to cultivate tomorrow’s leaders!