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Category: Media Statements

Posted on 7 January 20217 January 2021

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh Statements on Events in Washington, D.C. Yesterday

"I am deeply troubled by the unrest in Washington, and I condemn all those responsible for causing it. Now is the time for our nation…

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Posted on 9 November 20209 November 2020

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh Statement on Yellow-Level COVID-19 Micro-cluster Designation in City of Syracuse

“The Syracuse community always comes together in time of need, and we are at one of those critical moments now. The yellow-level COVID-19 micro-cluster designation…

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Posted on 6 November 20208 November 2020

Mayor Ben Walsh Statement Regarding Syracuse Police Chief Kenton Buckner

Statement by Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh regarding Syracuse Police Chief Kenton Buckner: “Chief Buckner has guided the Syracuse Police Department and served our community through…

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Posted on 14 September 2020

Mayor Walsh Commends Common Council on Passage of New Eviction Provision for Syracuse Rental Registry

Statement by Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh: "Linking evictions and rent collection to compliance with the Rental Registry is another way we can improve quality of…

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Posted on 6 September 20206 September 2020

Information on Mailing Regarding Parking Violation Amnesty Program

Below is a statement from Syracuse Chief Administrative Officer Frank Caliva on a mailing sent Friday regarding the City’s parking violation amnesty program: “The City…

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Posted on 13 July 2020

Mayor Walsh on Common Council Passage of Lead Ordinance

“I commend the Syracuse Common Council on its passage today of the Lead Abatement and Control ordinance. This is a historic step forward for the…

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Posted on 5 June 202013 September 2020

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Police Chief Kenton Buckner Address Photographer Incident Outside Public Safety Building

Statement by Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh: After the video was brought to my attention on Monday morning, I immediately asked Chief Buckner to conduct a…

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Posted on 24 January 2020

New York State Office of the Attorney General Report on Officer Involved Shooting

Joint statement by Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh, Syracuse Police Chief Kenton Buckner and Syracuse Fire Chief Michael Monds on New York State Attorney General report…

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In a time when there is so much division, injustic In a time when there is so much division, injustice, and hatred, today is a good day to be reminded of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and what he represented.

We honor the great and courageous man he was, and the legacy he left behind. While his life was taken, the light he walked in can never be mistaken. He stood for what is right, good, and noble, and challenged others to do the same. He was a true servant leader and will forever be remembered. #MLKDay
We are 8 days away from Mayor Walsh's State of the We are 8 days away from Mayor Walsh's State of the City 2021 address on January 21, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. 
Watch the virtual address via YouTube at www.youtube.com/cityofsyracuse or via Facebook at facebook.com/syracuse1848.
Mayor Ben Walsh issued statements yesterday regard Mayor Ben Walsh issued statements yesterday regarding the day's events. We continue to keep the safety and well-being of Capitol workers and everyone in our community who witnessed an assault on our democracy in our thoughts.
 
Statements from Mayor Walsh: https://ourcity.syrgov.net/2021/01/syracuse-mayor-ben-walsh-statements-on-events-in-washington-d-c-yesterday/.
CLEAR SOME SPACE ON THE FRIDGE The City Services G CLEAR SOME SPACE ON THE FRIDGE The City Services Guide, the annual quick reference flier on DPW services, is starting to arrive at homes across Syracuse. The guide also covers resident responsibilities for things like trash setouts, sidewalks and yard care. Look for it in the mail soon and save it for when you need it. More info here https://bit.ly/390eBou
A COMMUNITY REMEMBERS The lights on the Clinton Sq A COMMUNITY REMEMBERS
The lights on the Clinton Square Christmas tree were turned off last night to pay tribute to the 453 victims of COVID-19 in Onondaga County in 2020, including William Winslow, a former city Parks employee.

The tree remained off for nearly eight hours, one minute for each person who succumbed to the virus last year. 

Remember to wash your hands, wear a mask, avoid gatherings, socially distance and get tested.
Welcome 2021, #Syracuse. Have a safe and healthy h Welcome 2021, #Syracuse. Have a safe and healthy holiday weekend.
A great way to start off the new year is to join C A great way to start off the new year is to join City employees to help save lives. American Red Cross will partner with the City once again to host a blood drive open to both City staff and the public on Wednesday, Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the City Hall Commons Atrium.
 
The need for blood donations continues to increase as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To help those in need of blood transfusions and receive free antibody testing, make an appointment by going to redcrossblood.org and use the "syrcityhall" code or call 1-800-733-2767.
CHRISTMAS TREE SETOUTS IN JANUARY The Department o CHRISTMAS TREE SETOUTS IN JANUARY The Department of Public Works will be picking up natural Christmas trees during the month of January following a quadrant schedule. Setouts begin after the New Year:

Northeast - Jan. 2-3
Southeast - Jan 9-10
Southwest - Jan. 16-17
Northwest - Jan. 23-24

Before placing trees curbside, residents should remove all decorations, lights, tinsel, stands, plastic, and metal from trees. You can also drop your tree off at the DPW yard waste site on Canal Street weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information on others sites at http://bit.ly/34LBPO0
Have a safe and joyous holiday, #Syracuse. Have a safe and joyous holiday, #Syracuse.

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