Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers

10/25/2026

Last night, my colleagues and I presented a proclamation celebrating 30 years of service to the borough of Queens by the Greater Queens (NY) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. What a beautiful celebration!! Special shout out to my Soror, friend, and President of the Queens Chapter, Tonya L. Cantlo and the planning committee for putting on such a successful event. And, special thanks to one of my second moms for the invite always, Michele Lisby-Smith.

10/25/2026

10/24/2026

Early voting starts TODAY in NYC! 🗳️ I’m breaking down the five ballot proposals that could reshape our City Charter and impact how our city operates. Know before you vote!

Learn more: https://www.nycvotes.org/whats-on-the-ballot/

10/22/2026

Press Release, October 22nd, 2026

10/20/2026

This weekend, I was honored to join the Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral family for Pink ’N Politics, a meaningful conversation about women’s health and the power of civic engagement.

As a teenager, I underwent two procedures to remove benign tumors. While neither was cancerous, those experiences taught me early on the importance of prioritizing our health and having access to quality care.

As we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded that awareness alone isn’t enough. Political decisions directly affect access to screenings, treatment, and healthcare resources in our neighborhoods. That’s why civic engagement matters. When women speak up, we help shape the policies and priorities that affect our health and our communities.

10/19/2026

Last week we hosted our Annual Brunch and Bingo event. Our community joined together in celebration of Senior Appreciation Month for a day of music, food, and bingo. I would like to thank our vendors, community partners, and American Legion Post 483 for their support and hospitality. It was a privilege to host this event to recognize our seniors and show appreciation for the District 31 community.

10/15/2026

Join the 2026 Disability Pride NYC Parade! 🏳️‍♿

Come celebrate disability pride, power, and community with disabled New Yorkers, families, students, schools, organizations, and allies from across NYC.

Participation is free for individuals and organizations.

📅 Sunday, October 18
🕙 Lineup: 10 AM | Step-off: 11 AM
📍 Madison Square Park → Union Square
🎉 Union Square Celebration: 12–3 PM

Learn more at www.nycdisabilitypride.org, sign up for the parade using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfii_mwUaSJ017Ef8wsTub5JtE5lYOCi-xm2QGbdATZfexPEA/viewform?pli=1

10/15/2026

Today is the national day of action held during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) each October. People are encouraged to wear purple as a way to honor survivors, remember victims, raise public awareness, and show support for those affected by domestic or intimate partner violence.

10/14/2026

We are hosting our annual senior appreciation brunch and bingo celebration on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 and our Laurelton office will be closed as a result.

The Laurelton office will return to regular business hours on Thursday, October 15, 2026.