Statement on Good Governance Laws
By Chairwoman Nicole Watts “I’m seeing and hearing the conversation about the Good Governance Laws everywhere I go in the community. We believe voters should be the ones to make […]
Press Release
Legislature Passes Two Ballot Referendums and Cycle Safety Local Law for Vulnerable Road Users
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Onondaga County Legislature passed three local laws during its legislative session today. Two of the laws were presented by the Democratic Majority as part of a “Good Governance Slate” of charter change proposals to appear on voter ballots as referendum in November elections. […]
District 13 Legislator, Ken Bush Jr., Honors Tracy Carmody, Greater Baldwinsville Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year
Syracuse, NY — Onondaga County Legislator Ken Bush, Jr. representing the 13th District joined the Greater Baldwinsville Chamber of Commerce (GBCC) in recognizing Tracy Carmody, founder and CEO of Paths […]
Statement by Leg. Chad Ryan on Independent Redistricting Commission
“The local Good Governance law creating a citizen‑led redistricting process will be voted on in July. I brought the proposal to Ways & Means, and the County Law Department is […]
County Legislators Discuss Local Laws on Safety and Charter Changes Ahead of June 2 Vote
Democratic Majority Bring “Good Governance Slate” of Ballot Referendum Laws for November Election Minority Present Houses of Worship Protection Act to Protect Faith Community SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Onondaga County […]
Statement by Chairwoman Watts
On Proposed Local Laws Ahead of Ways & Means Committee Meeting “Coming off the heels of Memorial Day, a day of reflection on the deep sacrifices made in defense of […]
Legislature Health and Human Services Committee Continues Public Hearing on How County Services Can Children and Teens
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Health & Human Services Committee of the County Legislature will continue its public hearing on county services provided to children and teens tonight at 6 p.m. at the Salt City Market Community […]
Health and Human Services Announces Public Hearing on County Services for Children and Teens
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Health & Human Services Committee of the County Legislature announced an upcoming public hearing on county services provided to children and teens. The hearing will allow two opportunities for testimony from families and service providers: May 13 […]
Ways & Means Advances $24 Million in Bonds
Bonds Support Need for Critical Technology, Road Construction, and Investments in Aging Equipment SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Onondaga County Ways & Means Committee advanced legislation for $24 million in bonds […]
Statement By Legislator Chad Ryan
On Committee Meeting Testimony from Friends of the Zoo “This afternoon, Ms. Megan Thomas, Mr. Andrew Brazil, and the Friends of the Rosemond Gifford Zoo shared a strong message of the […]