Citizens Academy
Citizens Academy is an 11-week educational program that informs citizens how local governments are organized, and how services are funded and delivered.
Syracuse Tree Ordinance Modernization
Recording & Slides Now Available!
The June Forum presented information on the first draft of Syracuse’s updated Tree Ordinance, shared by City Arborist Stephen Harris. The Forum offered the public a chance to review the draft and provide input before its formal submission to the Common Council.
Pathways to Job and Career Success for Students & Adults
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The May FOCUS Forum presented information on the continuum of technical skills training, job placement, and educational/career advancement in place programs locally that promote equity in the achievement of job and career goals in our expanding job market.
Whole Family Summit Report
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This report summarizes the methodologies used for our Whole Family Summit, key insights from it, solutions identified by Summit participants, and recommendations and next steps for future community engagement.
April FOCUS Forum: Housing Challenges
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Micron is preparing to break ground on the first of four new chip fabrication facilities this November. This surge in economic development will require more housing. This Forum explored how the region is planning for this pivotal moment.
March FOCUS Forum: Homelessness in CNY: Meeting the Rising Challenge
Recording & Slides Now Available!
Our March FOCUS Forum discussed how the Housing & Homelessness Coalition of Central New York operated and was structured. Presenter, Megan Stuart reported on the state of homelessness in the Central New York community, and how we could rise to the growing challenges of homelessness and housing insecurity.
February FOCUS Forum: Addressing Basic Needs through a Whole Family Lens
Now Available: Recording and 2025 Report!
FOCUS and PEACE, Inc. held a ‘Whole Family Summit’ focused on how to enhance our community’s capacity to develop collaborative and family-centric solutions for overcoming basic needs. Our February Forum described key concepts underlying the Whole Family approach to planning and providing services, and Summit findings.
January FOCUS Forum: A Community Discussion of 2025 Forums
Recording Now Available!
In our January 2025 FOCUS Forum, community members gathered to discuss the major recurring topics of interest within our county, drawing insights from various local listening sessions and reports. Click to learn more.