Young Era Draws To A Close For Syracuse Mayor
Stephen D. Cannerelli Star 1985 profile on Mayor Thomas Young as he faces term end and a bid to become chairman of the New York Power Authority. It covers his tenure highlights from Oil City development to Syracuse housing, street projects, school renovations, and clashes with the Common Council. It notes two defining debates on a two term limit and state sales tax, and reflects on his integrity, public service philosophy, and look ahead amid political change.
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Mario Cuormo
New York Power Authority
Young
Alexander
Lana
Citizen Review Board
Syracuse
Stephen D. Cannerelli
Star
Thomas Young
Council
Democratic Contel
Mayor highlights housing partnership and school renovation dialogue
The mayor cites housing partnerships and school renovation as examples of productive dialogue with residents. He notes visiting central city neighborhoods with department heads helped put faces to politicians, easing suspicion and boosting interest. Young says he loves being among common folk and prefers simple living, sharing he drives 13 hours to Myrtle Beach and back for vacations.
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Central City
Young
Syracuse
Myrtle Beach
Syracuse Mayor Thomas Young Quotes Through Years Of Speeches
A compact record of quotes from Syracuse Mayor Thomas Young across years from his election as the city's youngest mayor to his 1993 State of the City memo. The notes cover economic stabilization, downtown development, housing, contracts, beautification, and accountability in city governance.
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Dick Blume
Syracuse
Thomas Young
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