ReZone
The following letter was submitted to the city in response to the proposed ReZone project. UNPA finds many of the proposed changes to be consistent with our goals for perpetuating a dynamic, diverse and inclusive neighborhood on the City’s east side. In particular, we support the emphasis placed on promoting pedestrian-friendly and transit-oriented development, increasing Read More…
2018 Oakwood Cemetery Tour Schedule
Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation Association Syracuse, New York Summer in the Cemetery Guided Walking Tours Sunday, May 20 – “Weeds & Seeds: the Flora of Oakwood” – Don Leopold. The trees and plants of Oakwood are varied and very special. Find out what Oakwood has to offer and what makes the Cemetery so botanically unique. Read More…
Fall Events Along The Morningside Cultural Trails
Fall Events Along The Morningside Cultural Trails The following are all events occurring this fall around or on the trails. Feel free to contact Paul with your events and ideas. Email Paul Harvey at luludoodah@aol.com or call Paul at 1-315-247-4420. All fall: Help cover the trail around Meadowbrook Detention Basin. This is a great individual Read More…
UNPA Awarded Grant from Preservation League of NYS
University Neighborhood Preservation Association was awarded $10,800 from The New York State Council on the Arts together with the Preservation League of New York State and the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation. The 25th round of grant funding through Preserve New York were announced on September 12th at a news conference in Albany. Crawford & Sterns of Read More…
Restoration Underway at Historic Gustav Stickley House
Construction is under way to restore the historic Gustav Stickley House on Columbus Avenue in Syracuse. A Restoration Kickoff Event, co-sponsored by the University Neighborhood Preservation Association (UNPA) and the Gustav Stickley House Foundation Inc. (GSHF) was held Thursday, August 17. The event took place on the sidewalk in front of the house, 438 Columbus Read More…
Let’s Celebrate our Neighbors
UNPA’s Annual Community Report is Sept 6th & we would like to recognize valued residents of our neighborhood You can post your nominees for each of the 3 awards here or email director@unpa.net. We would love to have some photos to display of our nominees. Deadline is 8/31. Community Advocacy: Who do you know that gives Read More…
Morningside Cultural Trail Grand Opening
A Unique Walking Trail Network Uniting the Community in Celebration of its Art and Architecture, History and Culture, Science and Nature, and Recreation and Fitness The Morningside Cultural Trails (MCT) network includes over 7 miles of walking trails on Syracuse’s Eastside, each with its own distinctive experience. It currently consists of the Main Loop Trail (5 Read More…
Stickley House Construction Kickoff 8/17
A public event to announce the start of restoration of the historic Gustav Stickley House on Columbus Avenue in Syracuse is planned for Thursday, August 17. The construction kickoff event, hosted by the University Neighborhood Preservation Association (UNPA) and the Gustav Stickley House Foundation, Inc. (GSHF), will be held at Stickley’s former home at 438 Read More…
Euclid Ave Bike Lane Project
Euclid Avenue Bike Lane Project Update: Public comments and the refined design will be discussed during an upcoming Common Council Public Works Committee meeting. Open to the public! Please share. Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. Common Council Chambers Third floor, City Hall 233 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY 13202
4th Annual Barry Park Fun Run
The University Neighborhood Preservation Association (UNPA) and the Barry Park Association hosted the Barry Park Fun Run on Sunday, May 21st. Over 150 children participated in the race and over $900 was donated on Sunday for the Barry Park Association. Plenty of neighbors and families were on hand to cheer on the runners. With these Read More…