The Syracuse Common Council met on December 8, 2025, to consider a large consent calendar of items, including several held or abstained from by members. The meeting opened with an invocation and included brief committee reports and the introduction of numerous resolutions, most of which were adopted unanimously.
Fellowship missionary Baptist Church. One nation under God. And we pray. Gracious and guiding God. As we gather here today with the Syracuse Common Council, along with the people of our beloved city, we pause with reverence at the opening of these proceedings. That we be reminded that we hold securely and be mindful of our shared purpose and responsibility to serve. We remember Syracuse's proud legacy as the Salt City, a place whose spirit of resilience and industry and community has helped shape our region and the nation. Lord, I pray for this council that they be reminded they are stewards of this great heritage and that they be constantly reminded of the essential role that our city plays in securing and upholding life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for everyone who calls Syracuse home. Lord, I ask that your blessings and wisdom be with them, that your guidance rests upon each and every one of them as they deliberate, deliberate and legislate and lead. Lord grant them the clarity of mind and the generosity of spirit so that every action and every decision made is for the well-being and the quality of life of all of our residents. Keep them, O God, as they carry out this sacred trust to serve with integrity and compassion and a sense of responsibility. And Lord, I pray that the council continue to have discernment to consider every voice and every perspective, ensuring that our choices are inclusive, just and impactful, and that the proceedings today honor the dignity of every person and reflect their commitment to build a more united and vibrant Syracuse. Bless us, keep us, our city, and everyone here gathered, guide our hearts and our minds so that our service brings light and lasting benefit to Syracuse. And these things I ask and make petition, and I believe through your name, Christ our Lord. Amen. Counselor Mato. I'll present. All in favor, uh there are any petitions. No matter there are any committee reports. Okay, go ahead, Councillor. Um public safety committee had a meeting on December 1st to hear updates from CRB around their progress and their challenges. Thank you. Councilor Hogan. Yes, President Hudson on December 8th at 1030 a.m. the public transportation committee had a meeting to discuss the I-81 project. Any communication? No, Madam President. Thank you. All righty. I have item eight, and I am going to be withdrawing that. Councillor Paniagua. Uh I have I am good afternoon, everybody. Item nine, and we're gonna be holding that. Item nine is being held. Councilor Codwell. Thank you, Madam President. Blessings to all today. I have item number 10. I would like to introduce them and urge their adoption. Thank you. Item 10. Are there any objections? Discussion. Please call the role. All in favor. Aye. Opposed. Thank you. Counselor Major. Thank you, Madam President.