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Variety of legislation before Oneida Common Council tonight
ONEIDA — A variety of proposed legislation await the city’s Common Council at its meeting tonight (Tuesday, Dec. 21) at 6:30 p.m. at Oneida City Hall. The regular agenda is as follows: Monthly … more
Oneida Zonta club receives award
ONEIDA — The Zonta Club of Oneida was presented the Evelyn Dewitt Membership Tray by Zonta Governor, Theresa Harris of the Skaneateles Club, at the Oneida chapter’s December meeting. The Zonta … more
$150,000 GRANT — Assistant Police Chief Steven Lowell speaks on the benefits of the $150,000 that was recently awarded to the Oneida City Police Department and how it will be used to fight against violent crime in Oneida.
$25.5M budget adopted in Oneida
ONEIDA — The city of Oneida passed its $25.5 million spending plan for 2022 at Tuesday’s Common Council meeting with no tax increase. A home worth $100,000 would have an annual tax of $1,094.69 … more
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Oneida Area Civic Chorale to present holiday concert
CANASTOTA — The Oneida Area Civic Chorale will present the opening concert of their 2021-2022 season, “Rejoice”, a collection of music celebrating the Christmas Season, on Sunday, Dec. 5, at 4 … more
SERVICE AND ADVOCACY — The Zonta Club of Oneida presents Carlene Holt with the Status of Women Achievement Award, recognizing her many contributions to improve the quality of life and status of women and young girls. Pictured: Cindy Thurston, left, President of Zonta, Brittany Flood from Liberty Resources who nominated Carlene, recipient Carlene Holt, and Helen Acker, mayor of Oneida who read the Proclamation proclaiming Nov. 17 as Carlene Holt Day.
Zonta Club of Oneida presents achievement award to local woman
ONEIDA — The Zonta Club of Oneida celebrated Zonta Rose Day in conjunction with International Women’s Day by presenting the Status of Women Achievement Award. This award recognizes a woman whose … more
Oneida to host Parade of Lights
ONEIDA — The city of Oneida’s inaugural Parade of Lights will take place Friday, Dec. 3, starting with a visit from Santa Claus at 5:30 p.m. Ward 2 Councilor Steve Laureti said the city’s … more
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FLOATING A COMPROMISE — Jacob Cornell, co-owner of Cornell’s Greenhaus in Oneida, tells the city council they can follow Morrisville and Norwich’s example and opt out of on-site consumption establishments but opt in to retail cannabis dispensaries if they’re concerned about people driving under the influence.
Oneida opts out of retail pot sales; common council may take up alternate legislation on dispensaries in near future
ONEIDA — The Oneida Common Council opted out of retail cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments, but members said they could revisit the topic of dispensaries soon but on their … more
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Oneida Police Chief John Little
Oneida Police say three new hires needed as lawmakers review proposed budget
ONEIDA — The Oneida Police Department is looking to hire three new officers to help with the workload. Two of these new officers would be going directly to road patrol, said Police Chief John … more
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Oneida Health eyes alternatives to liens on medical debts
ONEIDA — A recent study regarding medical debt in New York found Oneida Health filed 316 liens between 2017 to 2018, but Oneida Health says it’s not done maliciously. A study by the Community … more
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Water, sewer costs in focus during budget hearing in Oneida
ONEIDA — Talks on the Water Department, the sewer system, and the new Codes Department were discussed by Oneida officials during a budget meeting on Tuesday. Water Superintendent Art Smolinski … more
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Oneida eyes improvements at parks, raise for fire chief
ONEIDA — The Oneida Common Council held its third budget meeting on Monday, scrutinizing proposed spending in the city’s fire and parks departments. Fire Chief Dennis Fields lobbied councilors … more
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Oneida Common Council digs into proposed public works budget
ONEIDA — The Oneida city council met for its second budget workshop with City Engineer Jeffrey Rowe to discuss the Department of Public Works and capital projects. City Comptroller Lee Ann Wells … more
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BUDGET TALKS BEGIN — The Oneida city council discusses the mayor’s tentative 2022 budget on Wednesday, Nov. 3.
Oneida plans enhancement projects with funds from feds
ONEIDA — Oneida Mayor Helen Acker has proposed a $25.5 million spending plan for 2022 — which includes no tax increase. Members of the Common Council were able to review the budget on Wednesday, … more
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Helen Acker
Republicans capture additional seats in Oneida races
ONEIDA — It was nearly a sweep for Oneida Republicans in the 2021 general election, according to unofficial results, with Mayor Helen Acker keeping her seat and Republican candidates picking up … more
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POTENTIAL TAX REVENUE — Jacob Cornell, co-owner of Cornell’s Greenhaus in Oneida, encourages members of the city council to opt-in and allow dispensaries in the Oneida, citing around $200,000 in potential tax revenue.
Retail pot sales hot topic in Oneida Majority of 10 speakers at public hearing urge officials to opt-in for retail sales of marijuana in city
ONEIDA — About 10 Oneida residents had their say at a public hearing on the licensing of retail cannabis dispensaries in the city at Monday night’s Common Council meeting. The public hearing was … more
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Guiler
Mansion House names new director of museum affairs
ONEIDA — The Oneida Community Mansion House has welcomed Thomas Guiler, Ph.D as the director of museum affairs. Guiler is a specialist in Utopian and intentional communities and the upstate region. … more
Mike Kaiser
Independent seeks Oneida Ward 6 post
The Daily Sentinel asked a series of questions for Common Council candidates in the city of Oneida. Each candidate was given 700 words to respond. The following are the answers from Ward 6 … more
Rick Rossi
Oneida challenger: Fix bail reform, make city more affordable
The Daily Sentinel asked a series of questions for Common Council candidates in the city of Oneida. Each candidate was given 700 words to respond. The following are the answers from Ward 3 Republican … more
Jim Coulthart
Incumbent Coulthart seeks return to office in City of Oneida’s Third Ward
The Daily Sentinel asked a series of questions for Common Council candidates in the city of Oneida. Each candidate was given 700 words to respond. The following are the answers from Ward 3 Democratic … more
Tom Simchik
Oneida incumbent eyes bail issue, economy
The Daily Sentinel asked a series of questions for Common Council candidates in the city of Oneida. Each candidate was given 700 words to respond. The following are the answers from Ward 6 Republican … more
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