“These events are complimentary and open to the public,” said city officials. “We’re proud to bring the community together once again to celebrate the holiday season in one of Utica’s most historic neighborhoods.”

Abatements have risen by nearly 30 percent, resulting in approximately 162 additional property cleanouts each year.

An application requesting $10 million through Governor Kathy Hochul’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) program was submitted last week; that application proposed a slate of projects for the Greater Brewery District / West Utica Commercial Corridor.

Effective Monday, November 10, 2025, Sean T. Moore will be appointed as the new Chief of Staff for the City of Utica

The City of Utica Urban Renewal Agency has received an offer from the owner of Destination Kia of Utica to purchase 5.5 acres of City-owned land along Erie Street and Oriskany Boulevard.