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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 12h

This funding will allow more people to benefit from their support.

Their new, permanent home will allow HCS to significantly expand their capacity and services for families, older adults, and youth.

Read more here: council.nyc.gov/press/2025/1...

Speaker Adrienne Adams, Council Members Brannan and Avilés Announce $2.5 Million Investment to Help Build New and Expanded Headquarters for Homecrest Community Services That Supports Families, Older A...

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 12h

Proud to join Justin Brannan & NYC Council Member Alexa Avilés to celebrate New York City Council's $2.5M investment to help build a new headquarters for Homecrest Community Services!

For almost 3 decades, HCS has been a lifeline for Southern Brooklyn.

Speaker Adrienne Adams speaks at a Homecrest Community Services celebration about new funding for a community center.

Group of elderly women seated indoors, raising their hands with peace signs during a gathering or event.

Council Members Justin Brannan and Alexa Aviles hold a large check with Speaker Adrienne Adams and community members at an event at Homecrest Community Services celebrating new funding.

Council Members Justin Brannan and Alexa Aviles applaud with Speaker Adrienne Adams and community members at an event at Homecrest Community Services celebrating new funding.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 16h

I'm proud to see Abigail Ramnarine, a student in #TheGreat28, continuing to inspire through her art with the Mayor's Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes' Youth Ambassador Leadership Program.

Initiatives like these empower our young people to stand up to hate and build a more inclusive city.

Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 19h

Ballot proposals 2, 3 and 4 take power away from everyday New Yorkers, giving it to unelected mayoral appointees and developers. Don’t be misled to give away your community’s power. Learn more at whatsonmyballot.nyc

Your Neighborhood Is On The Ballot

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 19h

But Mayor Adams’ misleading ballot proposals threaten these benefits. We all want more housing, but communities don’t have to give up their power to ensure homes are affordable to them, and their neighborhoods get what they deserve.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 19h

In South Jamaica, Queens, we approved new housing at Sutphin Boulevard and secured crucial investments in community space, a rooftop garden, and a mural. This was made possible by our neighborhood’s power in development decisions, represented by their Council Member.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 19h

This election, Mayor Adams’ misleading ballot proposals 2, 3 and 4 threaten to take away communities’ power to secure neighborhood improvements as part of development, like those for affordability, parks, schools and much more.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 19h

I was deeply honored to accept the Legacy award at New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) annual “This is Our New York” Gala last night!

At a time when our diverse communities & those across the nation are under attack, we must ensure the right for everyone to live safe, stable, and dignified lives.

Speaker Adrienne Adams accepts an award at the New York Immigration Coalition gala.

Speaker Adrienne Adams poses with her award with someone from the New York Immigration Coalition at their annual gala.

Elegant banquet table set with multiple wine and water glasses, purple tablecloth, and fresh salad plates ready for guests.

Speaker Adrienne Adams with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other community members at the NYIC gala.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

D'Angelo was a true icon who pioneered a new generation of soul music and created some of the best music.

My condolences to his family, loved ones, and everyone mourning his passing today.

Rest in Power 🙏🏾🕊️

A picture of singer D'Angelo with a hat, necklace and black tank top.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

Read more about the health investments in the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social:

www.crainsnewyork.com/health-pulse...

Jamaica to receive nearly $100M to expand health care in city’s rezoning plan

The city pledged to fund a public hospital expansion, new preventive health center and trauma recovery services for victims of violence.

www.crainsnewyork.com

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

This support for communities and equity is at risk from Mayor Adams’ misleading Ballot Proposals 2-4, which would undermine the power to deliver more affordability in housing, health, and neighborhood investments.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

These investments to address long-standing racial inequities are possible when communities have a voice and power in the City’s land use process.

Diverse pedestrians, including a person in a wheelchair, cross a busy urban street with modern buildings and a bus in the background with text from a Crains New York article about public health resources for the Jamaica neighborhood.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

We also secured funding to establish a new Trauma Recovery Center in Jamaica, the first of its kind in Queens, to improve public safety with innovative crime victim services that stop cycles of violence.

Urban intersection in Jamaica, Queens showing vehicles, people crossing, and typical city infrastructure under daylight along with text from a Crains New York article about Jamaica receiving $100M to expand healthcare infrastructure.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 1d

As one part of the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan, @council.nyc.gov secured nearly $100M in healthcare investments for #SoutheastQueens, including a $70M expansion to @nychealthsystem.bsky.social/Queens and a new community health center to improve public health.

A headline from a Crains New York article about the Jamaica neighborhood receiving $100M to expand healthcare in the city's rezoning plan, overlaid on top of a picture of the Jamaica neighborhood.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 2d

Today, we celebrate our city’s Italian communities and their many contributions to NYC.

Happy Italian Heritage Day! 🇮🇹

"italian heritage day"

illustration of the statue of liberty, nyc skyline, and a ribbon of the italian flag

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 2d

Happy Indigenous People’s Day!

Today, we recognize the culture, knowledge, and contributions that indigenous peoples have made throughout history and continue to today.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 3d

The composer of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s National Hymn, Ms. J. Marjory Jackson, contributed so much to our community through her leadership in our sorority, her music and dance studio, and her decades of civic engagement.

Proud to honor her life and legacy at today's street co-naming!

A street co-naming sign being revealed for Ms. J. Marjory Jackson on Union St.

Council Member Crystal Hudson smiles with members of AKA Sorority Inc. at a rainy outdoor street co-naming event.

Speaker Adrienne Adams and Council Member Crystal Hudson smile with members of AKA Sorority, Inc. at an outdoor street co-naming event.

Speaker Adrienne Adams and Council Member Crystal Hudson smile with a designation for the street-conaming for Ms. J. Marjory Jackson along with community members.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 4d

On National Coming Out Day, we celebrate coming out as an act of liberation that confronts silence and ignorance, and combats homophobia.

Visibility is critical, and we stand with our LGBTQIA+ communities.

"national coming out day"

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 5d

At my 2025 State of the City address, I made clear that addressing this years-long issue would be a top priority for @council.nyc.gov.

These bills advance necessary solutions that will help ensure a thriving human services nonprofit sector.

New York City Council @council.nyc.gov · 5d

For years, the City has failed to pay nonprofits in a timely manner.

Yesterday, the Council passed a package of bills sponsored by @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social & @justinbrannan.bsky.social to address this chronic issue and ensure nonprofits can focus on delivering essential services for New Yorkers

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 5d

Today, I sat down with Morgan McKay on FOX 5 NY's Politics Unusual to discuss Mayor Adams’s misleading ballot proposals 2, 3, and 4, which will curtail community voices and hand more power to developers and unelected appointees hand-picked by the mayor.

📺 Tune in tonight at 6:30PM!

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 5d

@nycparks.bsky.social plays a vital role in maintaining our parks and recreational facilities for all New Yorkers.

The Council has fought to restore budget cuts, but our parks require greater resources. The agency must be funded by the administration to fulfill its essential role.

New York City Council @council.nyc.gov · 5d

In our latest agency report card, @nycparks.bsky.social receives an overall B grade.

The agency does critical work maintaining our city's beloved parks and green spaces but suffers from a lack of staffing due to constrained budget commitments by the mayoral administration.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 6d

We celebrated Sukkot across the city today!

This morning, I joined our Jewish Caucus at our annual City Hall sukkah, and later celebrated with Devorah Halberstam, Dr. Reuben Ingber, and Chanina Sperlin at their homes.

Grateful for the community that unites us. Chag Sameach! 🌿

Speaker Adrienne Adams holding a designation for the Jewish community at a celebration for Sukkot with Governor Kathy Hochul, Errol Louis, Mark Levine and more.

Man in traditional Jewish attire holding a lulav and etrog during a religious celebration outdoors.

Speaker Adrienne Adams smiles with a member of the Jewish Caucus at a Sukkot event outdoors.

Speaker Adrienne Adams in a black pinstripe suit reads from a blue Designation folder during a formal indoor event with several attendees standing behind her.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 6d

Trump's weaponization of the Justice Department for political retribution and personal revenge is a threat to our democracy.

But @newyorkstateag.bsky.social is fearless, and alongside New Yorkers, we stand with her against this baseless attack.

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to our members for prioritizing this legislation!

Read more about what was passed at today’s Stated Meeting: council.nyc.gov/press/2025/1...

To Address City’s Chronic Failure to Pay Nonprofits on Time, NYC Council Approves Major Reforms to Contracting and Payment Processes

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Adrienne Adams @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social · 6d

Today, @council.nyc.gov voted to:

💰 Reform nonprofit contracting to ensure timely payments
🆒 Increase cooling tower testing to prevent future Legionnaires outbreaks
⚖️ Advance pay equity for large employers
🏠 Capping CityFHEPS voucher holders’ rent contributions

And more!

Speaker Adrienne Adams speaks at a podium at a Pre-stated meeting on Oct 9, 2025 in the Red Room in City Hall.

Council Member Justin Brannan speaks at a podium at a Pre-stated meeting on Oct 9, 2025 in the Red Room in City Hall.

Council Member Lynn Schulman speaks at a podium at a Pre-stated meeting on Oct 9, 2025 in the Red Room in City Hall.

Council Member Tiffany Cabán speaks at a podium at a Pre-stated meeting on Oct 9, 2025 in the Red Room in City Hall.

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