Mayor Walsh Announces Syracuse Earns Top Score in LGBTQ+ Equality Published on February 10, 2025 Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced the City of Syracuse earned a top score of 100 in the Municipal Equality Index (MEI), a comprehensive nationwide assessment of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) equality in municipal policies, laws and services. It is the second year in a row Syracuse has earned a score of 100. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases
Mayor Announces Open Houses for Vision Zero Traffic Safety Initiative Published on February 07, 2025 Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced the City of Syracuse will host four open houses to share information about the Vision Zero Initiative, a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safety and equitable mobility for all. At the open houses, attendees will view and discuss the City’s goals for the initiative and the Vision Zero Action Plan. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Cityline, Traffic & Infrastructure News
Mayor Walsh Announces Syracuse is Digital Inclusion Trailblazer Published on February 06, 2025 Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced Syracuse was named a 2024 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) for its efforts to close the digital divide. The distinction recognizes Syracuse’s commitment to digital inclusion – access to affordable high-speed internet, devices and digital skills training. Syracuse also received this national recognition in 2023. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases
City to Host Open House for Kirk Park Pedestrian Bridge Project Published on February 05, 2025 The City of Syracuse Department of Engineering will host a public meeting to gather community feedback about the Kirk Park Pedestrian Bridge Project. The meeting takes place on Tuesday, February 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Kirk Park Community Center. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Cityline, Traffic & Infrastructure News
Mayor Walsh Appoints Jessica Brandt to Director of Permit Office Published on February 04, 2025 Mayor Walsh announced the appointment of Jessica Brandt to Director of the Central Permit Office. In this role, she will supervise on all matters pertaining to permitting, licensing, and plan review procedures to help residents and businesses successfully obtain permission for different types of projects in the city. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases
City Seeks Community Input On Proposed Surveillance Technology for UAS Published on January 30, 2025 City Of Syracuse Seeks Community Input On Proposed Surveillance Technology To Be Used By Police Officers Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Syracuse Police News
Water Crews Working to Repair Multiple Water Main Breaks Published on January 28, 2025 The City of Syracuse Department of Water is working to repair multiple water main breaks in the city. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Cityline, Traffic & Infrastructure News
Mayor Walsh and County Executive McMahon Announce Hotel Development Published on January 24, 2025 Mayor Walsh and County Executive McMahon announced a new full-service hotel is coming to the heart of Downtown Syracuse on S. Warren St. The Onondaga Hotel project, led by developer Sun Companies, includes the construction of a 245-room hotel and community space with ground level retail, parking, banquet facilities, and roof-top restaurant and bar. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases
PARKS CALL FOR BIDS FOR HANOVER SQUARE FOUNTAIN REHABILITATION PROJECT Published on January 22, 2025 The City of Syracuse Department of Parks & Recreation announced the public bidding process for the rehabilitation of the Hanover Square Fountain is open. The City of Syracuse is seeking qualified construction firms to complete structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs, as well as landscaping on, and around, the iconic fountain. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Syracuse Parks & Recreation News