New York State Senator Erik Bottcher

07/30/2026

Happy National Intern Day!

Thank you to all our wonderful interns, including Nysa Saxena! As Nysa concludes her internship with our office, we want to thank her for her hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication to serving our community. Throughout her time with our office, Nysa brought a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to public service. Whether assisting constituents, supporting office operations, or contributing to special projects, Nysa and all our interns are valued members of our team.

07/30/2026

Goddard Riverside is here to help with back to school! 🎒

They will be giving out FREE BACKPACKS to students K-12 at their Lincoln Square Neighborhood Center!

Join Goddard Riverside on Aug 14 from 3-6 PM; 250 W 65th St.
RSVP encouraged, first come, first served.

RSVP:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/29dbfqt/lp/6fba9670-c17a-41b7-9d6f-3f309eae845c

07/28/2026

I visited New Federal Theatre’s newly acquired affordable artist space at 154 Christopher Street with Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Van D**e.

I’m proud to have helped facilitate this new home for New Federal Theatre, which for 56 years has championed artists of color and women while bringing powerful stories to diverse audiences.

It was especially meaningful to celebrate the enduring legacy of Woodie King Jr., whose vision continues to shape American theater.

Special thanks to Rockrose Development for helping make this new space possible.

Subscribe to New Federal Theatre’s newsletter for exclusive updates on upcoming productions, special events, and behind-the-scenes insights. Stay connected to the stories that matter and the voices that inspire. https://www.newfederaltheatre.com

07/25/2026

Congratulations to the Epilepsy Foundation of America on the opening of its new offices in Chelsea!

It was great to visit the new space, celebrate this exciting milestone, and recognize the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting individuals and families affected by epilepsy. Wishing the entire team continued success as they begin this new chapter and expand their important work across our community. Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan New York

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

Yesterday we celebrated a major transformation of Community Room 8A at Penn South!

As a New York City Council Member, I was proud to secure funding to renovate this cherished community space, replacing its small windows with floor-to-ceiling glass that fills the room with natural light.

The inspiration for this project came from spending many sunny days in Room 8A and wishing it had windows that let the sun shine in. Yesterday, that vision became a reality. The room is brighter, more inviting, and an even better place for neighbors to gather, celebrate milestones, build community, and create lasting memories in one of New York City’s premier Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities.

Seeing this project completed is incredibly rewarding. Thank you to Ambur Nicosia, the Penn South Board of Directors, Ryan Dziedziech, and the entire Penn South staff for their partnership and commitment to making this improvement possible. Here’s to many more years of community, connection, and celebration in this beautiful new space!

07/20/2026

Curious about what's happening at New York Penn Station? Join an upcoming virtual public webinar hosted by Amtrak and Penn Transformation Partners to hear project updates and learn about next steps for the Penn Station Transformation Project.

Two webinar sessions featuring the same presentation and information will be offered on Monday, July 27. The first session begins at 4:30 PM and the second session begins at 6:30 PM.

Register for the session that works best for you:
Session 1: tinyurl.com/pennwebinar430
Session 2: tinyurl.com/pennwebinar630

07/20/2026

⚠️ Heads up, New York City! Another round of severe weather is expected tomorrow, with heavy rain that could lead to flooding. Conditions may be similar to what we experienced this past Saturday, so now is the time to prepare.
 
✅ Get flood barriers, sandbags, or flood alarms if you need them.
✅ Never drive or walk through flooded streets.
✅ If you live in a basement apartment, be prepared to move to higher ground immediately if flooding develops. Do not wait.
 
Stay informed:
📱 Sign up for Basement Apartment Alerts at nyc.gov/basements
📱 Text NotifyNYC to 692-692 to receive emergency alerts.
 
Heavy rain may cause flooding of roads and streets. Be ready to act and move to higher ground during periods of intense rainfall.

07/18/2026

PLAN AHEAD: 1/2/3 Planned Service Changes July 20 - August 3.