Tag: Common Council
Syracuse to revitalize abandoned properties for affordable housing
Bidding for the demolition of the 50-acre vacant property, which is located in the Westside neighborhood, will open soon. Read More »
NY WFP's new leadership is looking to create change in central New York
The progressive political party seeks to be an alternative choice for voters and aims to represent the needs of “every day” voters. Read More »
Common Council authorizes grant application to transform 15th Ward
The SHA website says its primary goals of the redevelopment are to improve housing, quality of life and neighborhood safety and investment. Read More »
Syracuse man arrested for shooting Palestinian college students
A man who was arrested for allegedly shooting three college students of Palestinian descent in Vermont is from Syracuse. Read More »
Appellate court rejects Columbus Monument Corp.'s request for rehearing over downtown Columbus statue
The appellate court rejected the corporation's request to rehear its argument to keep the downtown Christopher Columbus statue intact Monday. Read More »
As overdose deaths rise, local community looks to expand prevention initiatives
Onondaga County joined other health organizations in the state to provide prevention and mental health resources during the ongoing crisis. Read More »
I-81 open forum welcomes South Valley to voice concerns, questions
Residents of the South Valley neighborhood attended an open house with NYSDOT to learn about the impacts of the I-81 community grid project. Read More »
Common Council approves payment in false-arrest lawsuit settlement
The Syracuse Common Council approved a payment for a false-arrest lawsuit and authorized an agreement to give schools resource officers. Read More »
Local election results from city, county
The Onondaga County Election results are in as of Tuesday night. Election results will be finalized when all absentee ballots are counted. Read More »
Maurice 'Mo' Brown beats Moise 'Mo' Moodie for Onondaga County Legislature District 15
Brown, who was endorsed by the Syracuse chapters of the Democratic Socialists of America and the Working Families Party, received 93% of the vote. Read More »
In a 'dull' election year, Syracuse voters remain engaged
While many voters said it wasn’t a particularly standout election, those who did vote said they wanted to exercise their civic duty. Read More »
DPS reports 6 incidents of ‘off-campus crime’ since Friday
The incidents occurred on Ostrom Avenue, Stratford Street and Comstock Avenue between Friday and Monday, DPS reported in a Tuesday email. Read More »
Center for Policy Research discusses Micron's economic, environmental impacts
SU’s Center for Policy Research hosted a panel discussion to discuss the economic and sustainability impacts of Micron's investment in central New York. Read More »
Here's everything you need to know to be election day ready
Registered voters can cast ballots for several local races at community locations from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday. Read More »
McMahon, Kinne debate county issues leading up to next week's elections
Bill Kinne and Ryan McMahon debated about topics such as money investments and community engagement at the Onondaga County Executive Debate. Read More »
Cannabis showcase on Marshall Street seeks to provide SU community with safe cannabis products
A new temporary cannabis growers showcase on Marshall Street opened its doors in September, offering the SU community a safer option for cannabis products. Read More »
Carrie Ingersoll-Wood campaigns for economic development, city-wide accessibility
Carrie Ingersoll-Wood, the Director of the Disability Cultural Center at Syracuse University, is running for Onondaga County Legislature. Read More »
SUNY Upstate research team wins $50 thousand to develop scarring therapies
The team competed against 12 tech startups as part of the NYS Innovation Summit, to develop a therapeutic that helps to reduce fibrosis. Read More »
Common Council approves demolition of former Syracuse Developmental Center
The Syracuse Common Council’s decision advances the city’s effort to replace the Syracuse Developmental Center with 500 units of affordable housing. Read More »
Masterpole, Jordan discuss campaigns for Onondaga County Comptroller
Incumbent Democrat Marty Masterpole and Republican Casey Jordan will compete for the position of Onondaga County Comptroller this November. Read More »
Syracuse STEAM high school aims to provide workforce preparation
The new STEAM high school aims to prepare its students for the workforce through career and technical education in STEM and the arts. Read More »
Brown, Moodie discuss city policies in Westcott community forum
The two candidates are hoping to represent the 15th district of the Onondaga County Legislature, which includes Syracuse University's South Campus. Read More »
Syracuse Urban Food Forest Project plants 180 trees to expand edible urban landscapes
The tree planting event hosted by SUFFP promoted foraging and sustainable urban ecology in the Elmwood and South Side neighborhoods of Syracuse. Read More »
SU leadership, local officials discuss implications of I-81 transformation
The panelists met at Syracuse University and addressed the long-standing racial inequities and environmental disparities caused by Interstate 81. Read More »