Darrell O'Quinn

#Throwback to the NCRC Convention in D.C.! Joined by other council members, my team and I spent our time networking, sharing ideas, and learning and asking hard questions to chart out a better future. #D5 #District5 #WeAreD5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal

Staying involved in your local government ensures your community's voices are being heard. Make sure you attend your neighborhood meetings for key updates and information. Not sure when your meeting is? Check out the D5 website for more info! #D5 #District5 #WeAreD5

Are you ready for another #TransportationTuesday? Traveling by public transportation is 10 times safer per mile than traveling by automobile! #D5 #District5 #WeAreD5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal

Join me in celebrating the day of freedom for ALL. #Juneteenth #D5 #District5 #WeAreD5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal

Reminder! The City of Birmingham offices will be closed on Monday, June 19th, in honor of Juneteenth. Trash pickup will also be paused. Normal city operations will resume on Tuesday, June 20th! #d5 #bhamcitycouncil #bhamal #bhamd5 #thisisd5

Father’s Day is right around the corner - make sure you get Dad something great! Check out my Father’s Day guide! #D5 #District5 #WeAreD5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal

D5 - Join Creed 63 for their 2nd-anniversary celebration! Stop by their June market for a fun-filled day featuring local small businesses, food trucks, games, and more! For more information, visit ow.ly/YyRz50OO5J1! #d5 #bhamcitycouncil #bhamal #creed63 #bhamd5

Today, we will present an amendment to suspend fares for the BX while the consolidated payment system is developed. Both the Transportation Committee & Budget and Finance Committee will consider this amended agreement before it's presented to council tomorrow.

I'm so grateful to those who joined us for our Parking & Towing Town Hall! I, alongside my fellow councilors, feel very encouraged after our productive community conversation. Thank you for sharing your thoughts & concerns with us. Be sure to stay tuned to my pages for updates!

Patrick O'Mara is setting out to break the world record for the most speeches in 24 hours tomorrow! Each location needs a minimum of 10 attendees. Join me in attending the Polaris speech in Woodlawn tomorrow at 3:20 PM! Register to attend here: ow.ly/piNk50OIhfz

Did you know that every $1 invested in public transportation generates $5 in economic returns? That’s why we need better public transportation in our city and state. Call your local legislators today and request state funding for public transportation!

This multi-day conference for journalism, career development, networking, and innovation allows attendees to network with hundreds of recruiters from top media companies, businesses, and journalism schools nationwide and worldwide. Learn more at nabjconvention.com!

District Five’s neighborhood associations are a great way to get involved in the community and participate in civic life! Find your neighborhood association contact info now at bhamd5.com! #D5 #District5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal #darrelloquinn

Join me in remembering those who sacrificed it all for us today. #D5 #District5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal #darrelloquinn

Hey D5 - East Lake Market is back! Head to East Lake United Methodist Church each Saturday for fresh local produce, honey, baked goods, crafts, and more! The Saturday markets are from 8 AM-Noon and run through October 14th! #d5 #d5market #eastlake #bhamcitycouncil #bhamal

Looking for a family-friendly activity now that summer break is here? Spend the morning at Pepper Place Market! From fresh vegetables to sweets and one-of-a-kind art, grab the kids (and the dogs) and to the market! Visit pepperplacemarket.com for more info! #D5 #District5

45% of Americans have no access to public transportation. The City Council is working to change that. Learn more at bhamd5.com! #D5 #District5 #BhamCityCouncil #supportlocal #darrelloquinn

In honor of International Doula Month, I'm highlighting BirthWell Partners: Community Doula Project! BirthWell is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides free or reduced-cost doula services for people covered by Medicaid during pregnancy. To learn more, visit birthwellpartners.org!

Join Urban Impact for #BetterTogether Black Business Market! Head to the Historic 4th Avenue Business District this Saturday, May 20th, for a celebration of community, culture, and of our local Black business owners. For more information, visit urbanimpactbirmingham.org!

D5 - it's Infrastructure Week! Infrastructure helps communities like ours thrive. This week, communities across the country are celebrating the roads, rails, pipes, ports and more that keep us moving and safe. Follow the conversation at #InfrastructureWorks.