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Parks commissioner previews tree‑lighting and acceptance of fallen‑officer memorial donation

Syracuse City Common Council · November 20, 2025

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The parks commissioner announced the Home for the Holidays tree‑lighting on Nov. 28 and read the public description for a Tippel Neighborhood Association donation — a bronze kneeling‑officer statue, granite base, pavers and benches valued at $63,716.24 to honor two fallen officers; staff will correct the donation letter language before acceptance.

Saisha Byrd, Commissioner of Parks, told the Common Council the Home for the Holidays tree‑lighting will take place Friday, Nov. 28, with activities at 6:00 p.m. and the tree lighting at 7:00 p.m. Byrd said the city has authorized a payment to entertainer…

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