Public Meetings - Syracuse, New York

The Syracuse Common Council held a business meeting on December 17, 2025, covering a wide range of items including fee changes, infrastructure programs, housing developments, budget transfers, and land bank property transfers. Several items were held for further committee discussion or referred to the planning commission, and multiple resolutions were scheduled for a future vote. Consent Calendar - No explicit consent calendar was identified; all items received discussion or were held. Discussion Items - Fire Department Pyrotechnic Fee Increase (Item 11): Deputy Chief Elton Davis proposed a three-tier fee structure for pyrotechnic permits, increasing from a flat $25 to $75 (minor indoor), $300 (major indoor/outdoor), and $300 (special displays). Councilors questioned revenue projections and placed the item on hold for a committee meeting (scheduled for the week of December 22). - Traffic Safety Coordinator (Item 12): Deputy Chief Rich Trudel presented an agreement with Drive Media and Consulting to hire Lacey Leonardi as a traffic safety coordinator, funded by a state highway safety grant ($120,000) and local match ($60,000). Councilors requested clarification on the funding split; the item was discussed but no vote taken. - Infrastructure Programs (Items 13–22): Commissioner Andrew Ford and City Engineer Mary Robison presented multiple programs: city-owned sidewalk and curb replacement, complete streets (bike lanes, pedestrian safety), parking garage rehabilitation, and radar speed signs. Councilors raised concerns about sidewalk width standards, driveway encroachments, and the need for a comprehensive parking plan. A request for a list of 2026 sidewalk projects and curb-cut locations was made. Discussion on pedestrian safety near Crouse Hospital included plans for upgraded signage and traffic configuration. - Pedestrian Safety Action Plan Amendments (Items 23–27): Mary Robison requested an additional $100,000 for the TIP project (pedestrian safety), bringing total to $1.97 million (90% federal). Also, agreements with CNS Engineers and Fisher Associates for construction inspection were amended with total increases of $198,000 and $400,000 respectively. An update on the East Brighton repaving project noted completion delayed to spring/summer 2026. - Lead Water Sampling & Engineering Services (Items 28–29): Commissioner Robert Brant presented a two-year contract with Trupani for EPA-required lead water sampling at $43,900 annually (half the cost of the previous vendor). Item 29 was a two-year engineering services agreement with GHD not to exceed $700,000. - Honorary Sign for Columbus Bakery (Items 30–31): Councilor Navey introduced resolutions to designate “Columbus Bakery Way” at Pearl Street and East Bolton Avenue and to recognize the business’s 130-year history. No vote recorded. - Battery Energy Storage Moratorium (Item 32): Councilor Holgate requested a referral to the Planning Commission for a moratorium on battery energy storage systems, citing lack of procedure and public safety concerns. Councilor Williams opposed the moratorium, preferring to handle within the council. Assistant Corporation Counsel Barry noted that a unanimous consent referral was not possible, and recommended a resolution on Monday (December 22) for a majority vote. Council agreed to discuss further in executive session and bring a resolution to the next meeting. - Comprehensive Plan (Item 33): Planner Owen Kearney requested authorization for an agreement with EDR to continue work on the city’s comprehensive plan (Syracuse 2050). Councilor Holgate emphasized the need for three- and four-bedroom rental units in new development to accommodate families. The item was discussed but not voted. - Parkside Commons Housing Development (Item 34): Councilors reported ongoing issues with heat and hot water at the complex. Commissioner Michael Collins stated a new management company is being brought in and financing is expected to close by March 2026, making it the largest single housing project in the city. Councilor Williams requested a full council committee meeting with developers in early 2026. Item was held. - Timekeeping System Update (Item 35): CAO Corey Dunham reported progress on the city’s timekeeping rollout, with police, fire, water, DPW, and city hall departments on board. Councilor Williams noted the need to update the full council and new members; a handout on accomplishments was promised. The item was discussed but not voted. - IT Software Maintenance (Item 36): IT Director Dave Pro Act presented an annual maintenance renewal for SysAid help desk software, exceeding the previous estimate. Councilor Williams requested a comprehensive list of all city software and costs; a response is expected in January. - Booting Contract Extension (Item 37): The council discussed extending the existing booting contract with PayLock for six months under current terms, pending legislation to enforce school zone ticket collections through booting. The extension was approved (no vote count given). - Board of Assessment Review Appointment (Item 38): Councilor Williams moved to appoint William Apollito to fill a vacancy, replacing Donna Moore. - Fund Transfers (Items 39–41): Budget Director Evan Loving presented a request to transfer funds from public safety retirement surpluses to cover obligations for CVI, SurgeLink, ShotSpotter, and other programs. Councilor Jones Rowser asked for a breakdown of amounts due vs. future obligations. The items were held for more information; Director of Strategic Initiatives Jen TIF noted the finance department could control expenditures after appropriation. - Emergency Repair Program (Item 43): Deputy Commissioner Michelle Spanski requested a three-month extension of the existing contractor pool for the emergency repair program while a new RFP is published. Discussed without recorded vote. - Property Transfers to Land Bank (Items 44–64): Planner Caitlin Hubbard presented a list of properties for transfer to the Greater Syracuse Land Bank. Several were withdrawn (45, 46, 49) due to owner applications or pending violations. Other properties (44, 47) were held for further discussion. The remaining items were approved or held pending additional information. Key Outcomes - Moratorium on Battery Storage: Referred to a resolution at the December 22 meeting after disagreement on procedure; further discussion in executive session. - Booting Contract Extension: Approved for six additional months with existing terms. - Fund Transfers (Items 39–41): Held pending breakdown of current vs. future obligations. - Parkside Commons: Committee meeting requested for early 2026. - Pyrotechnic Fee Increase: Held for committee meeting (week of December 22). - Comprehensive Plan: Held; further discussion on housing unit mix to be incorporated. - Traffic Safety Coordinator: Funding clarification requested; no vote. - Infrastructure Programs: Requests for lists of sidewalk projects and curb-cut information noted; no formal vote. - Appointment: William Apollito appointed to the Board of Assessment Review. Note: The meeting adjourned with a motion and second. No formal votes were recorded for most items; many were held or referred.

The Syracuse City Council met on December 17, 2025, to discuss a proposed realignment of council committees aimed at better reflecting the city's growth, improving oversight, and addressing future needs such as transportation, technology, and community development. Councilor Paniagua presented the changes, which included consolidating committees, renaming others, and creating a new technology-focused committee. The meeting included questions from council members and legal clarification from the corporation counsel. No formal votes were taken, but the council agreed to continue refining the proposal and to share committee descriptions for feedback. Discussion Items - Councilor Paniagua proposed the following committee changes: - Charter Rules, Procedures, RFP merged with Intergovernmental Services into one committee to maintain ten total committees. - Economic Development and Opportunity unchanged. - Education, Human Resources renamed to Education, Human Research Resources and a new Community Advancement committee was added to track allocations to nonprofits and require impact reports. - Finance, Taxation and Assessment unchanged. - Neighborhood Preservation renamed to Neighborhood Preservation, Housing Support and Redevelopment to reflect housing priorities. - Parks, Recreation, Youth Programs and Veteran Affairs unchanged. - Public Safety unchanged. - Public Works and Transportation split: a separate Public Transportation committee will oversee SMTC, airport, BROs, and rapid transit. - A new Technology and Open Operational Efficiency committee was created to centralize technology-related proposals and oversight, such as the city's payroll modernization project and software licensing. - Councilor Manto expressed support for the realignment, noting the importance of transportation for the future Micron development and the need for nonprofit accountability. - Councilor Hogan highlighted the need for clear committee descriptions and asked about how letters from departments would be routed. He also raised concerns about the new technology committee, suggesting a consultant might be more appropriate. - President Hudson voiced support for a holistic approach and noted past work on city-county consolidation and veterans affairs. - Joe Barry, First Assistant Corporation Counsel, explained that committees are the council's purview and there is no legal mandate to align them with departments; the City Clerk's office currently decides letter routing based on content. - An unnamed councilor (likely Councilor Jones-Rouse) asked for more defined roles before finalizing, especially for the technology committee. Councilor Paniagua acknowledged that descriptions are a work in progress and will be shared for input. Key Outcomes - No formal vote was taken on the committee changes. - Councilor Paniagua stated that committee descriptions would be drafted by the end of the following week (around late December) and circulated to the council for review and amendments before being made public. - The council agreed to work collaboratively on the descriptions. - A motion to adjourn was passed unanimously.

Summary The Syracuse Industrial Development Agency (SIDA) held its regular meeting on December 16, 2025, at 12:50 PM. The board approved the 2026 organizational budget, authorized a directors and officers insurance policy, and approved an audit services contract with Grossman St. Amore. The meeting also included a brief discussion on the downtown committee contract and a motion to enter executive session for potential litigation. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting were unanimously approved. (Motion by Ricky Brown, second by Steve Camps; all in favor.) Discussion Items - 2026 Organizational Budget: Eric presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 (beginning January 1, 2026). Key revenue projections include: - Approximately $1.4 million from project closing fees (conservative estimate based on pipeline projects). - $2.8 million in total fees collected during the 2025 fiscal year (updated due to the upcoming release of escrow on the Syracuse Developmental Center project, worth about $1.3 million). - Bank interest income, billboard advertising at 341 Pete Street, and $39,000 from the sale of three Southside parcels to the Syracuse Land Bank (approved in November). - $400,000 EPA multipurpose award for master planning at 341 Pete Street and the adjacent Winkleman site. - Expenses include board obligated expenses (e.g., downtown committee of Syracuse contract for security and maintenance, SEMR Center Armory Garage repairs), staffing agreements with CITA and SEDCO, and operational costs (e.g., National Development Council/Grow America contract, legal and accounting fees). - Projected total revenue: $2.9 million; total expenses: $1.3 million; resulting surplus: $1,568,000. - Board member Kathy Murphy inquired about the downtown committee contract, specifically the allocation for pedestrian lighting. Eric responded that the program would launch early next year with an estimated $60,000–$70,000 allocated for lighting. - Directors and Officers Insurance Policy: Eric reported that the broker, Hale Fryer & Kuhn, solicited multiple bids. The selected policy from Greenwich Insurance Company costs approximately $7,500 (a decrease of about $110 from last year). Coverage limits are $5 million per claim. The board authorized the expenditure. - Audit Services Contract with Grossman St. Amore: The engagement letter was included in the packet. The proposed expense is approximately $22,000 for auditing the 2025 financials, including coordination with CITA staff and the transition to QuickBooks. A board member asked about other services from Grossman St. Amore; Eric noted the QuickBooks transition was billed separately and that SEDCO also contributed to that cost. The board authorized signing the engagement letter. Key Outcomes - Vote on 2026 Organizational Budget: Motion by Ken, second by Ricky Brown, second by Steve Camps. All in favor; motion carried. (Approved) - Vote on Directors and Officers Insurance Policy: Motion by Ricky Brown, second by Ken. All in favor; motion carried. (Approved) - Vote on Audit Services Contract: Motion by Ricky Brown, second by Ken. All in favor; motion carried. (Approved) - Executive Session: Motion to enter executive session for discussion of potential litigation (no votes expected). Motion by Ken, second by Steve Camps. All in favor; motion carried. The meeting then recessed.

The Syracuse Planning Commission met on December 15, 2025, to consider several land use applications including a special use permit for a funeral home, a resubdivision for a McDonald's parcel, and a zone change to facilitate a lot alteration. The meeting began with approval of corrected minutes from December 1 and an update on two postponed items. Consent Calendar - Minutes from December 1, 2025, were approved as corrected (corrections included changing "house" to "hours" in a reference and correcting "Mark Caitlin" to "Mark Cass"). Public Comments & Testimony - For the special use permit at 4400 South Salina Street (funeral home), a letter in opposition was received but not read aloud; it raised concerns about parking and curb cuts. - For the zone change at 153-55 Fayette Street, property owner Supremo's Bay and his wife spoke in favor, stating they want to square off their lot to improve appearance and reduce trespassing. Discussion Items - Old Business: Special Use Permit SP-25-30 (4400 South Salina Street) - Applicant Dave Colgrove (Labella Architect) confirmed no changes since previous meeting. The application is for a funeral home primarily for Muslim burials but open to others. Commissioners discussed parking, driveway, and curb cut concerns. The applicant stated typical ceremonies are small and parking can be shared with adjacent property. The commission recommended approval to Common Council with six special conditions including evaluation of curb cuts, one-way drive aisle design, bike parking, noise restrictions, and adherence to operation hours. - Resubdivision R25-59 (Grant Boulevard) - Pat Reynolds (INUsine Romans Land Survey) presented to subdivide a parcel to create a separate lot for McDonald's. The reciprocal easement for access was not yet finalized. Commissioners expressed concern about creating a landlocked parcel. After discussion, a conditional approval was passed with a 30-day deadline for submitting the reciprocal easement agreement to staff. - Zoning Map Amendment Z 2916 and Companion Lot Alteration R 25 53 (153-55 Fayette Street) - Terry Luckett (Syracuse Land Bank) requested to rezone a triangular vacant lot from R2 to R3 to sell a portion to the adjacent property owner at 159 Fayette, squaring off both lots. The lot alteration would create two regular-shaped lots. Commissioners noted the irregular parcel lines and supported the fix. A negative declaration was issued, and the commission voted to recommend approval to Common Council with a condition that the lot alteration map be filed within 62 days after Common Council action. Key Outcomes - Special Use Permit SP-25-30: Approved recommendation to Common Council (vote unanimous) with six special conditions: 1) obtain necessary approvals; 2) evaluate necessity of three curb cuts; 3) redesign one-way drive aisle with narrow curb cuts; 4) provide at least five bike parking spaces; 5) no amplified speakers and control interior volume; 6) adhere to approved operation hours. - Resubdivision R25-59: Conditionally approved (vote unanimous) with condition that reciprocal easement agreement be completed within 30 days, and subdivision map filed within 62 days. If not, approval expires. - Zoning Map Amendment Z 2916: Recommendation for approval to Common Council (vote unanimous) with condition that the companion lot alteration map be filed within 62 days after Common Council action. - Environmental Review: Negative declarations (SEQR) issued for all three applications. Note: The agenda update noted two postponements: a billboard application (AS-25-03) at 617 North Gaddish Street and a new business item (apartment project) at 201 South Krauss Av, pending Landmark Preservation Board review.

This was the final scheduled community briefing for outgoing Mayor Walsh, who reflected on eight years of progress alongside Mayor-elect Sharon Owens. The briefing covered public safety, housing, health, and operational updates. Health Update - Dr. Katie Anderson (Onondaga County Health Commissioner) reported that flu, COVID-19, and RSV are all rising, with flu increasing fastest in cases and hospitalizations. Vaccinations are down nationwide; residents are encouraged to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines. - Seasonal increases in depression, anxiety, and substance use were noted, with overdose risk rising. The county offers free naloxone, treatment referrals, and crisis counseling (ongov.net). - Food access and heating costs are acute; the Department of Social Services and Onondaga County Community Food Connections provide support. Public Safety & Crime Statistics - Overall crime is down 23.7% year-over-year, with 1,200 fewer calls to police. Violent offenses down 19%, property crime down 24.6%. - Compared to the five-year average, violent crime down 24.6%, homicides down 41% year-over-year and 4.2% vs. five-year average. - Shootings with injury/fatality are down more than 50% compared to both the five-year and 10-year averages; down a third compared to 2020. - Mayor Walsh credited SPD, the Mayor's Office to Reduce Gun Violence, Safer Streets program, and the Police Athletic/Activities League. Automated Enforcement in School Zones - The program continues; data through November is pending. Early results show decreasing violations and speeds. 13 camera locations are being relocated for compliance and effectiveness. The program is part of a Vision Zero approach. Parking Amnesty Program - Extended through January 2, 2026. Late fees waived; drivers pay original fine plus state surcharge. Online portal available at syr.gov/parkingamnesty. Housing Promise Fulfilled - Mayor Walsh announced that his 2024 State of the City promise to complete or have underway 2,500 housing units by the end of his term has been exceeded: 1,215 units complete, 1,936 units underway, total 3,151 units (25% above target). - Key partners: Home Headquarters, Jubilee Homes, New York State (HCR, AHOP, tax credits, brownfield programs). Online Permitting & Code Enforcement - Mayor-elect Owens reported that all business license and zoning permit applications are now online, providing 24/7 access and tracking. Internal processing compliance improved from 53% in 2019 to 80% (27-point increase). - Community training webinars: Tuesday, Dec 16 at 5 PM and Thursday, Dec 18 at 2 PM; register at syr.gov/camino/training. - Syracuse Code Enforcement was highlighted in a national guide for innovative approaches; Commissioner Jake Dishaw and team featured on three of four cover photos. SEER Notify System - New digital alert system for health and sanitation violations (illegal set-outs, improper cart placement). Provides near-real-time email notifications to property owners, tenants, and managers. 1,800 addresses already subscribed; sign up at syr.gov/seernotify. Deer Management Program - Sixth season of targeted removal by USDA Wildlife Services begins next week, continuing through March. Aims to reduce deer-vehicle accidents, park damage, and Lyme disease risk. New sites added; all meet state guidelines. Winter Recreation - Parks offer cross-country ski trails, snowshoe rentals, sledding, ice skating at Sunnycrest, Clinton Square, John Dunn, and Meacham rinks. Indoor classes at Burnett Park Arts & Crafts Center. Details at syracuse.recdesk.com. Transition Remarks - Mayor Walsh expressed confidence in Mayor-elect Owens, who will be sworn in soon. Owens outlined her focus on continuing infrastructure work, managing the I-81 project, and improving the human condition alongside physical improvements. She will announce senior team members soon. Key Outcomes - Mayor Walsh's housing promise exceeded by 25% (3,151 units total). - Parking amnesty extended to January 2, 2026. - Online permitting fully implemented; compliance rate reached 80%. - SEER Notify system launched with 1,800 subscribers. - Deer management program begins next week. - Mayor-elect Owens will continue existing programs and introduce new initiatives.

The Syracuse Landmarks Preservation Board (LPB) met on December 11, 2025, to approve minutes, conduct public hearings on certificate of appropriateness applications, and receive an update on a common council resolution. Board members present included Julia Marshall, Hillary Donna, Amber Dillon, and Kate Oweter. Consent Calendar - Unanimously approved the minutes of the November 20, 2025 meeting by voice vote (motion, second, all in favor). Public Comments & Testimony - For each application, the board invited public comment in favor or opposition; no members of the public spoke on any item. Discussion Items - Exterior Repairs to a Protected Individual Site (address not specified in transcript): Applicant Matt Kroll (Construction Design and Management) proposed repairing a turret with metal studs, beaded PVC sheathing, and painting to match existing color. The board approved the application as presented (motion, second, all in favor). - CA-25-42: 202 Berkeley Drive – Door Replacement and New Paint Colors: Applicants William and Sarah Collins proposed replacing the front door with a yellow Benjamin Moore historic color, a side door, a rear slider with a French door, and a garage door. They also planned to repaint the house body in a dark blue-green (Nargasset Green) and trim in white. The board approved the application as submitted (motion, second, all in favor). - CA-25-43: 1010 East Washington Street (Ignatius Beisinger House) – Selective Exterior Demolition, Repairs, and New Wheelchair Ramp: Project engineer Brian Bouchard (CHA Consulting) and architect Dave Mosier (Mosure Architects) presented plans to renovate the vacant 1873 house into a residential amenity area (study rooms, lounges, leasing office) as part of a larger apartment development at 201 South Krauss Avenue. Scope included removing a non-contributing 1980s solarium and spiral stair, infilling door openings, cleaning and repairing brick and cornices, refurbishing and reglazing original windows, adding wood-grained vinyl flooring, and installing a pressure-treated lumber ADA ramp. The board asked for alternatives to the long front ramp (e.g., a platform lift or side placement), further detail on window storm options (aluminum vs. wood), and confirmation of window configurations based on originals. The application was continued to the January 8, 2026 meeting. - New Construction at 201 South Krauss Avenue – Five-Story Multifamily Building: Brian Bouchard described an 88-unit mixed-income apartment building fully compliant with MX-4 zoning, with brick, ACM metal panels, and LP SmartSide siding. The building is positioned along the south property line to preserve views of the historic house. The board offered comments: revisit the front facade design (small windows, high sills, partition alignment), provide more breathing room between the new building and the historic house, carry the stone base around all elevations, and consider additional plantings if the front ramp is relocated. The project is scheduled for City Planning Commission review on January 12, 2026, pending LPB input. - Update on Common Council Resolution 31-R: The board discussed the status of a resolution that would exempt certain projects from certificate of appropriateness applications. The zoning department referred the application back to common council requesting environmental assessment information on historic resource impacts. The application remains incomplete; no timeline provided. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes of November 20, 2025 (unanimous). - Approved exterior turret repairs (unanimous). - Approved CA-25-42 for 202 Berkeley Drive (unanimous). - Continued CA-25-43 and related new construction discussion to January 8, 2026, pending further details on the ADA ramp/lift, window treatments, and elevations. - Adjourned the meeting (motion, second, all in favor).

Introductory Paragraph The Syracuse Public Arts Commission met on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order with introductions of commissioners present: Elias Gwen, Emma Raider, Sophia Gutierrez, Emmanuel Carter, and Devana Robity. The commission reviewed minutes from the previous week, approved one new mural proposal, and discussed administrative topics including commissioner terms, recruitment, public art coordinator hiring, and engagement with the I-81 highway art project. The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:10 PM. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The commission reviewed and unanimously approved the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting, noting that quorum had not been present at that meeting. Discussion Items - SPAC 2519 – Jump Shot and Skyline by Allie Walker: The artist presented a proposal for two murals on the CNC Minimum building at North Salina Street. The mural titled "Syracuse Skyline at Dusk" would be painted on both sides of the entryway, and "Jump Shot" on the corner would feature a generic character reaching for a jump shot using an orange and blue palette. The artist confirmed the wall had been repaired, a maintenance plan (UV coating and touch‑ups) was in place, and the project was postponed to spring 2026 due to weather. Commissioners asked about the condition of the wall, maintenance, timeline, and the potential logo-like appearance of the basketball figure, but after seeing a color image, concerns were resolved. The proposal was approved by a motion from Devana, seconded by Elias, with all in favor. - Commissioner Terms and Appointments: Commissioner Byrd reported that terms for three commissioners had been extended to the end of January 2026, when a new mayor takes office. Letters from the mayor’s office will allow commissioners to choose to stay. The commission discussed the need to clarify which members are appointed by the mayor versus the Common Council, and to update the website. Rebecca Patterson was recommended by a commissioner for an open artist position; she introduced herself as an art teacher and small business owner. - Public Art Coordinator Position: The job description has been re‑benchmarked by HR and the position will be posted soon. Commissioners asked for a timeline and requested notification when the posting is live. - Art Commission 101 & Public Info Sessions: The commission agreed to hold an orientation for new members and an annual public information session about the mural application process, possibly in a hybrid format (in‑person and via Zoom/WebEx). Questions about open meeting laws and virtual attendance were raised but deferred. - Meeting Schedule & Communication: The next meeting was tentatively set for January 13, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Commissioners discussed changing the day of the week (e.g., Mondays) and using Doodle polls to find a better time. Calendar invites for meetings will be sent out rather than multiple emails. - I‑81 Highway Art Project: Commissioners expressed concern about the lack of local artist involvement in the DOT’s digital artwork for the I‑81 viaduct project. It was noted that the DOT had not budgeted for art in the city portion initially, and community pressure led to inclusion. Recommendations to involve local 2D artists were discussed, and continued engagement with city officials (Joe Driscoll) was encouraged. Key Outcomes - Approved Mural Proposal: SPAC 2519 “Jump Shot and Skyline” by Allie Walker was approved unanimously. The artist will notify the commission upon completion. - Next Meeting: Tentatively scheduled for January 13, 2026, at 5:30 PM. A Doodle poll may be sent to confirm a date and time that works for all commissioners. - Commissioner Recruitment: Recommendations for new commissioners (e.g., Rebecca Patterson) will be sent via email to Commissioner Byrd. The commission will clarify appointment sources (mayor vs. council) and update the website. - Public Art Coordinator: HR is finalizing the job posting; commissioners will be notified when live. - Continued Advocacy: Commissioners will continue to press for local artist involvement in the I‑81 art project through direct communication with Mayor‑elect’s office and DOT representatives.

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. Committee Reports - Councilor Mato reported that the Public Safety Committee met on December 1, 2025, to hear updates from the Citizens Review Board (CRB) regarding their progress and challenges. - Councilor Hogan reported that the Public Transportation Committee met on December 8, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. to discuss the I-81 project. Consent Calendar and Resolutions - Item 8 was withdrawn by the President. - Item 9 was held by Councilor Paniagua. - Item 10 was introduced and adopted unanimously. - Items 11-13 were introduced and adopted unanimously. - Items 14-16 were introduced and adopted unanimously. - Item 17 was introduced and adopted unanimously. - Councilor Hogan held Item 18 and introduced Items 19-24 for adoption. Items 19-21 were adopted unanimously. On Item 22, Councilor Hogan and the President abstained (Hogan stating he is a member of the board; President stating she is chair of Osida). Items 23-24 were adopted unanimously, with Hogan and the President abstaining on Item 22 noted. - Item 25 was introduced and adopted unanimously. - Councilor Williams held Item 26 and introduced Items 27-32 for adoption. Items 27-32 were all adopted unanimously. - Councilor Jones-Rouser held Items 33, 42, 50, 51, and 53, and introduced Items 34-49, 52, and 54. Items 34-41, 43-49, 52, and 54 were all adopted unanimously. Items 33, 42, 50, 51, and 53 were held. - Item 55 was held by Councilor Mato. - A motion to suspend the rules to introduce Items 56-63 was moved and approved unanimously. - Items 56-57 were introduced and adopted unanimously. - Item 58: A grant application for a targeted cybersecurity initiative funded by the New York State Homeland Security was discussed. The grant would provide 1,500 licenses for a DNS filtering solution from Cisco called Umbrella to be deployed through the city and the SPD department. It was described as a preventative measure for hacking. Adopted unanimously. - Items 59-62 were introduced and adopted unanimously. - Item 63 was introduced and adopted unanimously. Key Outcomes - Numerous resolutions were adopted unanimously across the consent calendar, with specific holds and abstentions noted. - No public comment was recorded in the transcript. - The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, seconded, and carried.

The Syracuse City Council met to review and act on a number of agenda items, including several grant applications and a withdrawal. Councilors reported items as ready or held, and a representative from the Mayor's office presented supplemental grant items. No public comments were heard, and the meeting included a motion to adjourn executive session. Discussion Items - Councilor Majok (via a colleague): Withdrew item 8. Items 11, 12, and 13 declared ready. - Councilor Gathers: Items 14–16 declared ready (no questions on item 15). - Councilor Paniagua: Item 17 declared ready (no questions). - Councilor Hogan: Items 18–24 declared ready, except item 18 was noted as a hold (corrected later). Item 25 declared ready. - Councilor Williams: Items 26–32 – held item 26, remainder ready. - Councilor Jones (via Councilor Monteau): Items 33, 42, 50, 51, and 53 held; others ready. - Councilor Monteau: Item 55 continued to be held. - Supplemental Agenda (Items 56–62): A chief (representing Councilor Majok's office) presented the following: - Item 56: Application agreement for the Pell program, funding 14 jobs for 14–19 year olds for 6–10 weeks. A committee meeting was requested but not to hold the item. - Item 57: Application for the 2025 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (50% match). The city expects not to receive it because it is too large an agency. - Item 58: Cybersecurity grant for IT; no one present to speak to it. Noted as accepting money, a recurring item. - Item 59: Application for the FY23 tactical team targeted grant ($75,000) for SWAT training, a new SUV, and a gas deployment system for the BearCat. - Items 60/61: Application for the FY23 bomb squad initiative grant ($285,000 split three ways with Onondaga County and Village of Endicott; city share $95,000) for robot upgrades, training, and maintenance. Also a related grant for helmets, body armor, and training ($110,000 total; city share $36,667). - Item 62: Application for the FY23 critical infrastructure grant ($50,000, split with fire department) for a weapons detection system in the new public safety building (described as less intrusive than a metal detector). - Item 63: To be discussed in executive session (per Councilor Williams). Key Outcomes - Multiple items were declared ready for a vote: 11–13, 14–16, 17, 19–24, 25, 27–32 (excluding holds). - Items held: 8 (withdrawn), 18, 26, 33, 42, 50, 51, 53, 55. - Supplemental items 56–62 were presented; no vote recorded. A committee meeting was requested for item 56. - A motion to adjourn executive session was made and passed (no further details).