Mayor Mike Galime

09/11/2026

On the day of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 we stood together at our own monument park reflecting on that fateful day, but also taking the time to truly rationalize why we must never forget, in our words, in our minds, and in our hearts for those who were lost, for those who lost others, and anyone - to this very day - dealing with the physical and mental anguish of the attacks.

We reflected upon the fact that 25 years marks a length of time in which many people have now lived entire lives into adulthood who did not experience in any shape or form how our country came together in unity, as a nation, to recover and move ahead. Our Country will never be the same, and from that we must continue to remind those as to why we must forge on, and mark this day in remembrance.

09/10/2026

This afternoon, my Chief of Staff Becki Duval had the opportunity to celebrate the grand opening of Frank J.C. Liquor Store at 649 Bleecker Street with a soft ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The City of Utica is excited to welcome this new business to our community and wishes them continued success as they begin this new chapter.

Please join me in welcoming Frank J.C. Liquor Store to Utica, and be sure to stop by and check out this new addition to our community.

09/10/2026

Today, I was proud to join the Aud Authority, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente, NBT Bank, and Mohawk Valley Garden at the 72 Tavern for the official naming rights of the new NBT Bank Arena at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

The Aud has been at the heart of our community for more than 65 years. Since 1959, generations of Uticans and visitors have walked through its doors to cheer on their teams, enjoy great entertainment, celebrate special occasions, and make memories together.

Congratulations to Aud Authority Chair Shawn Weiman, NBT Bank President and CEO Scott A. Kingsley, Mohawk Valley Garden, Oneida County, and everyone involved in bringing this partnership together.

Thank you to NBT Bank for investing in our community. Here’s to the next chapter in the Aud’s incredible legacy.

09/10/2026

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to join Human Technologies in Utica for an event highlighting the incredible work being done to create meaningful work happening right here in our community to expand employment opportunities for individuals with differing abilities.

I had the opportunity to speak at the event about the importance of creating pathways that allow people to build self-directed lives. To work, contribute, make their own choices, and have the independence to pursue the future they envision for themselves.

Human Technologies, NYSID, Purchasing That Powers Employment, and organizations throughout this industry are helping make those opportunities possible. This is important work, and I'm proud to see it happening right here in Utica and across the Mohawk Valley.

Thank you to Human Technologies and NYSID for bringing us together and for your continued commitment to creating opportunity and empowering individuals in our community.

09/10/2026

In support of the Canal Cities Classic, a good friend of mine documented his latest fishing trip on the Mohawk River, which started right in the Utica Harbor.

Part of the genesis of having an 18 mile flatwater challenge between Rome and Utica was to come up with ways to promote that our harbor is on the Mohawk and ready for reacreation.

Check out the rest of the post for all the details on the Canal Cities Classic, and check out the photos together get a look at the landscape you will find at the end of the challenge.

The City of Utica and our partners at The City of Rome, NY would like to thank the sponsors of the 1st Annual Canal Classic, presented by: Bank of Utica.

Additional sponsors include:
Meyda Lighting
MARCH Associates Architects & Planners
Ramboll
Stewart's Shops
PJ Green Inc

🛶The REGISTRATION DEADLINE has been EXTENDED to Wednesday, Sept.14th!🛶

https://paddleguru.com/races/BankofUticaCanalCitiesClassic

09/09/2026

The "Lourdes Bazaar" at Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish, supporting a great community event that supported us by allowing us to have a booth to gather input on the recent NYForward revitalization grant while catching up with family and friends eating great fried dough.

The Believe Bowl, which delivered a killer win,

and,

The ribbon cutting for Indian of Utica at Motoworld - which featured tasty delights from Unc’s on The Grill on top of a test ride of an Indian Scout.

Crazy week last week. Another couple days filled with great things to do in our City.

09/05/2026

Utica Pioneers Football

Believe Bowl at the half.

09/05/2026

F.T. Proctor Park, not two weeks after a very complicated and equipment heavy encampment cleanout, this morning we had to once again address an encampment that sprung up almost instantly after cleaning one up.

Regarding all activity like this, please contact us ([email protected], 311 app, or Public Works) immediately as we consistently and with swift action clean up this type of activity. In certain circumstances it takes time when we have to plan ingress and egress, as well as provide outreach to get people back to the place they should or can reside, however we immediately start working these issues when we become aware or find them.

This one we were able to get today, in real-time.

Once again, the park has been restored.

Again, I can't stress enough that we want to hear about these issues directly and immediately. As much as social media broadcasts to the public, it does not reach us immediately, and even if we are being tagged, it creates the need for secondary reporting.

It pains me to see something days after it was posted on social media that we don't have record of yet.

Back to the task at hand this morning, the individual was arrested under warrant, and the area was cleared.

Regarding this spot in particular we are checking it daily.

09/04/2026

It was an honor to join the Believe 271 family, Utica University, local first responders, and community leaders today as we unveiled the honorary captains for this year’s Mastrovito Family Auto Group Believe Bowl.

This year, we recognize Chief David Pritchard and Boonville firefighters Allan Austin, Nicholas Amicucci, and Richard Czajka, who were injured in the Boonville church explosion. Their courage and dedication to serving others represents exactly what the Believe Bowl is all about.

Thank you to Believe 271 for the incredible work you continue to do for first responders and their families across our region. Your commitment to bringing our communities together and supporting those who serve is truly special.

I also want to wish the Utica Pioneers the best of luck as they take on Washington & Jefferson College this Saturday at noon at Gaetano Stadium.

While Boonville is this year’s recipient, we are also grateful for the support they have shown to Utica and our community in previous years. The Believe Bowl is a wonderful example of how our communities come together to lift one another up, and I’m proud to see Utica be part of it.

Let's pack the stands and cheer on the Pioneers!🏈

09/03/2026