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Posted on 8 January 20208 January 2020

Mayor Walsh Announces Partnerships to Strengthen Snow Plow Fleet

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced the City is working with the Common Council, state and federal partners to strengthen its snow plow force for the…

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The City of Syracuse COVID-19 Briefing will be liv The City of Syracuse COVID-19 Briefing will be live-streamed tomorrow at 1 p.m. from the City’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Tune in to hear Mayor Walsh share an update on the impact of COVID-19 in #Syracuse.
SERVING THE COMMUNITY During a food drive today on SERVING THE COMMUNITY During a food drive today on the Eastside at Westmoreland Park, volunteers helped to pass out bags of food to residents. Mayor Walsh joined the group, all with masks, gloves and hearts to serve the community, providing tangible resources to those in need.
Black Health Inc. (NBLCH) and the newly formed Syr Black Health Inc. (NBLCH) and the newly formed Syracuse COVID Coalition will be giving away essential needs kits tomorrow (Friday, May 29) at the following locations: • Southside: Valley Plaza from 1 to 1:30 p.m. • Westside: Richmond Avenue & S. Geddes Street from 1:45 to 2:15 p.m. • Northside: Shop City Plaza from 2:30 to 3 p.m. • Eastside: Westcott Street & Lexington Avenue from 3:15 to 3:45 p.m. With donations and support from partners, the group aims to help stop the spread of COVID-19 within vulnerable, minority communities where the impact of the pandemic is disproportionate.
WALK-UP TESTING In addition to the drive-thru COVI WALK-UP TESTING In addition to the drive-thru COVID-19 testing available at the Syracuse Community Health Center (819 S. Salina St.), walk-up testing is also an option. The site will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. to anyone seeking to be tested.
This Friday, May 29, Mayor Walsh will share the la This Friday, May 29, Mayor Walsh will share the latest updates on the impact of the pandemic during the City of Syracuse COVID-19 Briefing. The briefing will be livestreamed on the City of Syracuse - Office of the Mayor Facebook page and City of Syracuse YouTube channel at 1 p.m.
On September 25, 2019, Mayor Walsh proclaimed it t On September 25, 2019, Mayor Walsh proclaimed it to be Jim Tucker & Syracuse Nationals Day in the City of Syracuse. The Mayor was able to grant the special recognition while standing in Shaughnessy's Irish Pub on parts of the floor where the 1955 NBA championship was won. In honor of Jim Tucker (December 1932 - May 2020) who recently passed away, we recognize the history that was made right here in Syracuse. Not only was Tucker one of the first African American basketball players in the NBA, he also held the record for the fastest triple-double for more than 60 years. To learn more about Tucker's story, check out the Onondaga Historical Association film collaboration and Emmy® award-winning documentary "Let ‘Em Know You’re There: The Story of Big Jim and the Triple Double.”
COVID-19 testing sites this week will be from 9 am COVID-19 testing sites this week will be from 9 am - 5 pm at the Syracuse Community Health Center (E. Fayette St.) on Thursday, May 28 and in the Valley Plaza on Friday, May 29. These sites are open to anyone, whether symptoms have been exhibited or not. #LetsTakeCareOfEachOther
City employees help #Syracuse rise to COVID-19 cha City employees help #Syracuse rise to COVID-19 challenge | Mayor's online visit with STEM at Blodgett students | A new pilot program for curbside pickup from city restaurants and retail stores | These and other stories in Mayor Walsh's weekly update accessible from the link in our profile.
Small landlords, nonprofits, and small businesses Small landlords, nonprofits, and small businesses can seek working capital through the New York Forward Loan Fund. The program aims to support reopening adjustments, aiding in economic recovery efforts. Learn more and apply at esd.ny.gov/nyforwardloans-info. #LetsTakeCareOfEachOther

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