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Mayor Ben Walsh is the 54th Mayor of the City of Syracuse. Meet Ben Walsh, the dad and Syracuse westsider.

Posted on 21 April 2020

We #SayThankYou to our families

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXPcho-sqBM&feature=youtu.be Syracuse, we’re so proud of how our city has rallied around our essential workers and volunteers with the #SayThankYou campaign. In this “now normal”…

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Posted on 31 December 20175 January 2020

Ben Walsh gets sworn in as Syracuse Mayor

It's a change of pace for the city of Syracuse as independent Ben Walsh prepares to step into his new role as mayor. "This is…

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Posted on 28 December 20175 January 2020

Ben Walsh: Born into political royalty, but took roundabout path to mayor’s office

At age 22, Ben Walsh didn't know what he wanted to do with his life. But he was pretty sure of two things: He wasn't…

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Are you watching these amazing stories happening a Are you watching these amazing stories happening at the On Point For College (@onpointfc) Virtual Celebration 2021? Congratulations on 22 years of creating opportunities and advancing not just #ourcityscholars but young people from all over New York. We are proud recipients of the work and family at On Point for College and thank you for our OPFC alums like: Common Councilor Chol-Majok @SyracusePolice Department: Garrett Camby and Brandon Hanks @SyracuseFire Department + @syracuseschools Board Member Tamica Barnett and Public Information Officer Tajuana Cerutti. There are way too many to count. Tell us who your On Point champions are and enjoy the celebration 🎉 Watch online at https://youtu.be/brQpa0vwyEs?
Ramadan is a time of reflection, self-improvement, Ramadan is a time of reflection, self-improvement, and thoughtful devotion for members of the Muslim community across the globe. To our neighbors who are fasting this month, thank you for continuing to build community through your faith, kind gestures, and presence. Congratulations to #CNYRise on your virtual Ramadan celebration and #RamadanMubarak!
Are you looking for a way to help save lives? Cons Are you looking for a way to help save lives? Consider giving blood during the drive hosted by the City in partnership with @redcrosseny tomorrow, Apr. 15 from 10 am to 3 pm in the CHC Atrium. To make an appointment, go to redcrossblood.org and use the “syrcityhall” code.
AMAZON DONATES OVER $1 MILLION TO STEAM SCHOOL May AMAZON DONATES OVER $1 MILLION TO STEAM SCHOOL Mayor Walsh and @syracuseschools Superintendent Alicea joined County Executive McMahon to announce a $1.75 million gift from @amazon to support the STEAM School. The donation will go towards the robotics and computer science initiatives at the new school, helping to open more doors and increase options for different science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics career pathways for the students enrolled when the school opens. As a neighbor and community partner, Amazon will create more than 1,000 local jobs when the fulfillment center opens in Clay. The company is looking to invest in education programs that will drive future innovation in the communities it serves. Through strong partnerships, together, we are creating opportunity #forall.
“With the Balancing Act tool, users can get a cl “With the Balancing Act tool, users can get a clearer view into where city funds go; the tradeoffs and challenges required in funding city services; and the opportunities available to improve our City with each budget,” said Mayor Walsh. #Syracuse constituents can engage with the fiscal year 2022 budget using Balancing Act, an online simulation tool to help participants learn about the City's financial plan. The system is being used in communities across the nation for citizen engagement on fiscal matters. Mayor Walsh continued, “We want to make the City’s budgeting process more transparent to members of our community.” To allocate funds to departments and initiatives while considering current operational needs, copy and paste http://bit.ly/syrlivebudget2022 into your browser.
Mayor Walsh was joined by City Employees today for Mayor Walsh was joined by City Employees today for #covid shot no.2. ✔️ Ask important questions ✔️ Do your research ✔️ Protect yourself and others Thank you to the great team at @TheOncenter! Let’s beat Covid-19 💪🏽
ON THE GROUND The pandemic limited the Neighborhoo ON THE GROUND The pandemic limited the Neighborhood Power Walks last year but the team is ramping back up to bring residents important information about city resources right where they are. Mayor Walsh and city staff from the @syracusepolice, @syracusefire, Department of Public Works, Department of Neighborhood and Business Development, and the Division of Code Enforcement came together for the first Walk of the year. Cliff Ryan and members of Rebirth Syracuse joined the group to pass out educational material as well. When you see city representatives from various departments on your street or in your neighborhood, chat with them and ask questions. Get to know those who are working to provide the city services that impact quality of life in your community. They will be on the ground, listening, and proactively identifying issues to make #Syracuse a great city #forall.
PARTNERSHIPS LEADING TO ACCESS @parttimesu will pa PARTNERSHIPS LEADING TO ACCESS @parttimesu will partner with @syracuseschools to give 36 high school juniors the opportunity to take online classes via SU’s Summer College Program. Prior to graduating high school, these SCSD students will have already taken college level courses, having explored fields and topics in a way that could help guide their future interests. With support from donors like @ibew43 and the National Electrical Contractors Association Finger Lakes NY Chapter, the students will be provided with scholarships to participate this summer. The program will offer access to academic and career pathways through early, experiential college preparation and will lead the way to more open doors to a higher education.
Have a safe and healthy Easter, #Syracuse. Have a safe and healthy Easter, #Syracuse.

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  • Syracuse Water Crews Working to Repair Water Main Breaks
  • Amazon Donates $1.75 million to construct new STEAM high school
  • Link to Proposed FY 2021-22 City of Syracuse Budget
  • Mayor Walsh Invites Community to Join Budget Public Education Using Balancing Act Platform

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