3 takeaways from Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh’s first budget proposal
Walsh has proposed spending cuts for areas of the city’s department of public works. Read more »
Common Council
City councilors doubt the future of Syracuse’s land bank
The Greater Syracuse Land Bank ran a $600,000 operating deficit last year. Mayor Ben Walsh has reserved $750,000 from the city budget to keep the land bank afloat next year. Read more »
Mayor Walsh’s 1st budget proposal keeps tax rate flat, cuts department spending
The city’s projected deficit for next year is $11 million. Read more »
Here’s why Syracuse landlords don’t think a new property law will improve housing
A rental registry amendment, passed by Syracuse’s Common Council in March, will require landlords to submit to exterior and interior inspections every three years. Read more »
Residents express concerns over ReZone Syracuse during Monday forum
The forum was held at Nottingham High School and discussed the changing landscape of Syracuse businesses and residences. Read more »
Syracuse leaders are pleasantly surprised with congressional spending bill
The Community Development Block Grant program helps the city support social programs that alleviate the effects of poverty and homelessness. Read more »
Common Council passes interior inspection requirements that may affect University Hill rentals
The amendment to the rental registry requires interior inspections every two years, but code enforcement must receive a warrant from a judge to do such inspections. Read more »
Syracuse Common Council may support early voting bill
A resolution of support was introduced by Councilor Latoya Allen, of the 4th district, during Wednesday’s council study session. Read more »
At 80, former Common Council president Van Robinson is still serving Syracuse
Van Robinson served on the Common Council as member and president for 18 years. Read more »
Syracuse officials detail remaining sidewalk snow removal ideas
Mayor Ben Walsh has made snow removal initiatives a priority in the last few months. Read more »
Walsh works to promote accountability, transparency in city government
Walsh’s accountability measures include creating an Office of Accountability, Performance and Innovation, along with streaming Common Council meetings online. Read more »
Don’t own a bike in Syracuse? You could be able to rent one by the end of the year.
Mayor Ben Walsh initially proposed the idea during his “state of the city” speech late last month. Read more »
Syracuse residents call on Common Council to address lead issues
A proposed amendment to the city’s rental registry could allow code enforcement inspectors to conduct proactive, periodic inspections every two years in some rental properties. Read more »
Councilors support Mayor Ben Walsh’s ‘Syracuse Build’ project
Mayor Ben Walsh, during his “state of the city” address Wednesday night, announced a new workforce development project called “Syracuse Build.” Read more »
Syracuse-area senator launches campaign for governor
Sen. John DeFrancisco (R-DeWitt) made the announcement Tuesday in the village of Liverpool. Read more »
Syracuse mayor works to deliver on police campaign promises
Mayor Ben Walsh has appointed three new deputy chiefs and launched a national search for Syracuse Police Department Chief Frank Fowler. Read more »
Officials: Syracuse sidewalks snow removal plan to be strictly enforced
Ben Walsh, Syracuse’s new mayor, has pledged to have city departments better enforce a snow removal ordinance. Read more »
Area real estate manager appointed to vacant Common Council seat
Michael Greene was voted into office unanimously Monday by common councilors. Read more »
FIGHTING SPIRIT: Mayor Stephanie Miner reflects on her 8-year tenure, leading the city of Syracuse, fighting for the underdog
After eight years as mayor of Syracuse, Stephanie Miner is now looking toward her future teaching position at New York University. Read more »
Get to know the Syracuse Common Council candidates before November’s general election
The Common Council serves as Syracuse’s legislative branch of government. Democratic, Republican, Green Party and Independence Party tickets will all be on the ballot this November. Read more »
Meet the candidates vying for an open seat on the Common Council who would represent portions of SU area
Three candidates are running for the District 4 position: Democratic nominee Latoya Allen, Quante Wright on the independence ticket and Green Party candidate Serena “Rahzie” Seals. Read more »
Common Council, Syracuse police work to repair and replace security cameras in city
The Syracuse Police Department is discussing an $150,000 initiative with the Common Council to improve the quality of security cameras in Syracuse. Read more »
Charlottesville shows us how much student protests matter
Student Life columnist Joanna Orland highlights the value of speaking out and explains why students shouldn’t be ridiculed for their views on activism. Read more »
Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner says she will veto Syracuse Common Council budget
The 2017-18 budget, approved by the Common Council on Monday, will eliminate city funding to the Greater Syracuse Land Bank. The council can overturn Miner’s veto with a two-thirds majority. Read more »
