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Auburn Planning Board to hold public hearings on new housing development and subdivision
The Auburn Planning Board will meet Tuesday to review significant development projects, including a proposed housing complex at 197 State Street and a minor subdivision application for a vacant lot on Dunning Avenue. The meeting ... more
Auburn park pond repairs set for February
Auburn will begin repairing Hoopes Park pond's deteriorating southwestern wall on February 3. The project, managed by Cayuga County Soil and Water Conservation District, includes dredging the pond and investigating the wall's failure. Construction is ... more
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL: Proclamations and resolutions top agenda at recent meeting (webcast)
The Auburn City Council meeting held on January 16 featured key discussions and ceremonial highlights. The meeting began with Mayor Jimmy Giannettino, Jr. and council members addressing public announcements, including the upcoming firefighter examination and ... more
Auburn advances legal action to seize Schine Theater
The City of Auburn has filed a petition to acquire the long-neglected Schine Theater after years of inactivity by its owner, Schines Theater LLC, according to The Citizen. Despite past promises of progress, including asbestos ... more
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL: MLK proclamation, city manager’s report, and financial resolutions (webcast)
The Auburn City Council meeting on January 16 featured several agenda items. A proclamation was made honoring the 30th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a National Day of Service. Key agenda items ... more
What’s in a snow policy? Auburn officials, community get update on city snow removal (video)
Auburn city officials are commending the Department of Public Works for its tireless efforts to keep streets and city-owned properties safe during a challenging winter. During a presentation to the Auburn City Council on January ... more
Auburn City Council set to address law enforcement, snow removal policies on Thursday
Auburn City Council will convene on Thursday for its first regular meeting at Memorial City Hall, where topics including a National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day proclamation and an in-depth snow plowing presentation are on the ... more
What’s next for 197 State St. in Auburn? Public hearing set for Feb. 4
The Auburn Planning Board scheduled a public hearing on February 4 for a proposed $6 million affordable housing complex at 197 State St., led by the nonprofit Housing Visions. The project includes a four-story building ... more
Auburn will try again for hotel tax in 2025
After failing to gain state approval in 2024, Auburn city officials are reviving efforts to establish a hotel and short-term rental tax. According to The Citizen, City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing Mayor ... more
Auburn, Owasco officials file lawsuit against state over Owasco Lake protections
Local leaders in Auburn and Owasco have taken legal action against the New York State Department of Health (DOH) over its refusal to enact stricter water quality regulations for Owasco Lake, the primary drinking water ... more
Auburn urges continued state funding for municipalities
Auburn’s City Council is pushing for sustained and increased state funding for local governments in the 2025-2026 budget. On Thursday, the council passed a resolution calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul and state legislators to continue ... more
INSIDE GOVERNMENT: Auburn City Councilor Terry Cuddy talks Owasco Lake health (podcast)
On the Nov. 12 episode of Inside Government with Guy Cosentino, Auburn City Councilor Terry Cuddy was in-studio at Cayuga Community College discussing a range of local issues. However, Cuddy focused on water quality, Owasco ... more
INSIDE GOVERNMENT: Auburn city manager talks budget, retirement, and water quality (podcast)
Auburn City Manager Jeff Dygert has been at the center of two significant developments at Auburn City Hall: the passage of his proposed city budget and his announcement that he will retire at the end ... more
Hoopes Park update major piece of upcoming Auburn City Council meeting
Auburn City Council will convene Thursday for a meeting focused on a range of issues impacting the city, including a Veterans Day proclamation, major repair plans for Hoopes Park, and critical financial resolutions. The session, ... more
Auburn City Council appoints first-ever female city manager at historic meeting
Auburn City Council followed through on what many expected to take place last night appointing Jennifer Haines as its first female city manager. She's dedicated more than 30 years to the city, leading the planning ... more
WATCH: Cayuga Co. leaders hold press conference after toxins found in water supply (video)
We're going to get an official update from leaders in Auburn, Owasco, and Cayuga County after a low level of HAB toxins were found in their drinking water. Officials had said the water was safe ... more
Auburn City Council to address fire safety, Lake Avenue Bridge project at Thursday meeting
Auburn City Council will meet Thursday, October 3, 2024, to address key agenda items including a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week and the approval of a grant application for the rehabilitation of the Lake Avenue ... more
Auburn City Council reviews Green CHIPS investment fund & local priorities (webcast)
In a work session held on September 12 the Auburn City Council reviewed a detailed presentation on the Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund. The $500 million fund, backed by Micron and Empire State Development (ESD), ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Auburn mayor slams NYS over denying Owasco Lake regs & talks Bimbo Bakeries closure (podcast)
Today on episode #508 of Inside the FLX Josh Durso is joined by Mayor Jimmy Giannettino hours before the City of Auburn and Town of Owasco held a joint press conference after the state Department ... more
