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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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CENSUS UPDATE The #2020Census is now anticipated t CENSUS UPDATE The #2020Census is now anticipated to end sometime between Oct. 5 - Oct. 31. The #Syracuse self-response rate is 54.3% and even though the time to respond does not end today, time is indeed running out! Go to my2020census.gov to complete the questionnaire online. To complete it by phone, call 844-330-2020. It can also still be returned by mail for free when using the envelope provided when the initial paper forms were sent.
CUSE COLORS ARE COMING Fall is here, and the leave CUSE COLORS ARE COMING Fall is here, and the leaves are starting to change. The scenes in #Syracuse each fall are spectacular. Capture autumn's colors and share your photos in social media with the hashtag #CuseColors2020. Let's build a beautiful gallery again this fall.
200 BLOCK OF WALTON REOPENING SUNDAY The 200 block 200 BLOCK OF WALTON REOPENING SUNDAY The 200 block of Walton Street in Armory Square will be open to vehicle traffic and parking this Sunday. Outdoor dining continues in both the 100 and 200 blocks on Saturday and will happen again on Sunday in the 100 block. Good things happening in Downtown Syracuse.
HISTORIC DAY ON THE HILL @cusefootball kicks off u HISTORIC DAY ON THE HILL @cusefootball kicks off under the cover a new roof today with the completion of the phase one $118 million stadium project. Chancellor Kent Syverud welcomed Mayor Walsh for a tour of newly-topped "Loud House." Work concluded this week includes the installation of a new fixed roof; air conditioning upgrades; extensive accessibility improvements; and a center-hung scoreboard, new sound and lighting. Go @syracuseu #Orange!
As an organization serving and instructing adults, As an organization serving and instructing adults, LiteracyCNY has helped those who have been identified as illiterate be empowered with the skills and tools to achieve their goals. For the last 58 years since being founded by Ruth Colvin, thousands of students have been engaged through what is now a nationally recognized agency. The volunteer tutors have seen so many lives changed from the education they have been able to provide. Literacy CNY celebrated National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week downtown yesterday with Mayor Walsh and elected officials from New York State. COVID-19 has not only impacted local governments, businesses and residents - it has also changed the availability of services that need funding to operate and contribute to combating poverty. To learn more and to support LiteracyCNY, visit literacycny.org.
CNY COMPANY MAKES DONATION TO ESSENTIAL WORKERS IN CNY COMPANY MAKES DONATION TO ESSENTIAL WORKERS IN #SYRACUSE @healthwaysolutions , a world leader in clean air technology headquartered in Pulaski, is helping take care of team members in our Department of Public Works. Mayor Walsh today welcomed HealthWay President Vinny Lobdell and his company’s donation of two medical grade air purification systems. One of the units is already in place in the DPW break room. HealthWay products help keep people safe from COVID-19 in hospitals, hotels, schools, and now, our DPW. Thank you, HealthWay, for being a great neighbor.
NOTHING ABOUT US, WITHOUT US Mayor Walsh and Deput NOTHING ABOUT US, WITHOUT US Mayor Walsh and Deputy Mayor Owens welcomed the Deaf New American Community of Syracuse to City Hall today to celebrate the organization, our deaf and hard of hearing neighbors, and the skilled multi-language interpreters who make sure access to information and inclusion in the community is always possible for those they serve. As today was proclaimed Deaf New American Community of Syracuse Day by Mayor Walsh, elected officials including County Executive McMahon, @rachelmayny and Councilor Chol Majok joined a diverse crowd of supporters in recognizing this special day. As a cultural and linguistic group, it is their human right, like every person with different abilities, to be included and able to easily participate in and maneuver throughout society without barriers. This week we celebrate #InternationalWeekOfTheDeaf and support/stand for access and inclusion with Monu Chhetri and others who are leading the charge.
Mayor Walsh, Deputy Mayor Owens and Tory Russo, th Mayor Walsh, Deputy Mayor Owens and Tory Russo, the City’s Census Coordinator stood with Jeff Behler from the U.S. Census Bureau and representatives from Onondaga County today to issue the final call for the #2020Census. The deadline for responses is Sept. 30 and with nine days left for people to be counted, the need for maximum participation for an accurate count is crucial. Thank you to: Councilor Greene; Councilor Hogan; County Executive McMahon; Chairman Knapp; Minority Leader Ervin; Legislator Ryan, Legislator Chase, Legislator Kuhn, Legislator Bush Jr., Legislator Cody and Legislator Abbott-Kenan for partnering with the City to bring awareness to this important issue. We need all hands on deck. Mayor Walsh kicked off the last Neighborhood Power Walk of the year, focused on sharing Census information with neighbors with city officials after the show of solidarity for a complete count. #weareinthistogether
Mayor Walsh was joined by Deputy Mayor Owens, @syr Mayor Walsh was joined by Deputy Mayor Owens, @syracuseschools Superintendent Alicea, the district’s director of food and nutrition, Rachel Murphy, and Blessings in a Backpack program coordinator, John Meyer to kick off #BlessingsInABackpackWeek (Sept. 20 - 25) in #Syracuse. More than 1,200 children within the SCSD are being served with food in backpacks to help sustain them nutritionally over the weekend. With the help of the community via food and monetary donations, volunteers have supported children at Clary Middle School, Delaware Primary School, Franklin Elementary PFO, STEAM at Dr. King Elementary School and Seymour Dual Language Academy. To learn how to donate and help in the fight to eliminate hunger, go to www.blessingsinabackpackliverpoolny.org.

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  • Syracuse Water Department Shutting Off Water Near Montgomery and Washington Streets
  • Mayor Walsh Appoints Tim Rudd Director of Office of Management and Budget
  • South Salina Street Road Reconstruction Will Disrupt On-Street Parking South of Downtown Syracuse
  • City of Syracuse Confirms All Amnesty Requests Received by Sept. 25 Will Be Addressed
  • Office of Minority Affairs to Host Last Grow Your Business Series Webinar Friday Sept. 25
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  • Syracuse Water Department Shutting Off Water Near Montgomery and Washington Streets
  • Mayor Walsh Appoints Tim Rudd Director of Office of Management and Budget
  • South Salina Street Road Reconstruction Will Disrupt On-Street Parking South of Downtown Syracuse
  • City of Syracuse Confirms All Amnesty Requests Received by Sept. 25 Will Be Addressed

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