The Syracuse Immigrant and Refugee Defense Network specifically works to aid central New York community members who have applied for, are awaiting or have been denied asylum or immigrant status. Read more »
Attendees at the town hall on Monday raised concerns regarding landlord abuse and lack of enforcements and new affordable housing projects. Read more »
Some New York officials, such as Rep. Brandon Williams, said they still support U.S. aid to Ukraine over two years after Russia's invasion. Read more »
By supporting new developments and upzoning to allow for higher-density housing, as a city, Syracuse could foster a more vibrant, diverse and inclusive community. Read more »
Attendees claim the council doesn't represent their people because its legitimacy comes from outside of the Six Nations Iroquois Confederacy. Read more »
The city of Syracuse will disburse over $1.3 million in opioid relief settlement funds to be used for treatment, recovery and prevention efforts. The Council also voted to authorize the Water Main Replacement Project, which would dedicate $8 million to replacing water mains. Read more »
Striking this balance is essential to avoid repeating historical mistakes and to create an inclusive future for all residents impacted by the changes in Syracuse. Continued transparency, as well as community involvement and a commitment to affordable housing, will be instrumental in achieving these goals.
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After Ben Walsh’s decision Monday to raise pay for around 250 non-union city workers, the Syracuse Common Council followed in their footsteps. Read more »
New York state plans to allocate more than $200 million into developing a workforce along the Interstate 90 corridor, Gov. Hochul announced Monday. Read more »
The mission of the HTFC is to "facilitate investments that help to address the city's housing needs, as it pertains to the city's market gap and affordability gaps," said Michelle Sczpanski, deputy commissioner of neighborhood development. Read more »