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Robert G. Cantelmo

@rgc.bsky.social

Mayor of Ithaca

137 Followers  |  93 Following  |  43 Posts  |  Joined: 23.07.2023  |  1.663

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Ithaca Considers Please provide your feedback on project applications for inclusion in the City's DRI application City of Ithaca wants your input.

There is still time to weigh in on the City's Downtown Revitalization Initiative appliance!

communityfeedback.opengov.com/portals/itha...

29.07.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Violence has no place in our city. IPD is currently investigating, if you have any information, please contact them: (607) 330-0000 or cityofithaca.org/ipdtips

26.07.2025 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm heartbroken by the tragic killing of Edward J. Warren, an Ithaca resident who lost his life Thursday night on Elmira Road. My deepest condolences go out to his loved ones.

26.07.2025 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I have it on my bookshelf! Now that we've legalized ADUs citywide, eliminating parking minimums is next on my list. πŸ’ͺ🏻

18.07.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Commentary: ChangeΒ condo building rules to help fill in housing's "missing middle" The current system makes it unnecessarily difficult to build condominiums outside of New York City. Some straightforward changes could unleashΒ a wave of middle-densityΒ homeownership.

Change condo building rules to help fill in housing's "missing middle"

The current system makes it unnecessarily difficult to build condominiums outside of New York City. Some straightforward changes could boost middle-density homeownership.

www.timesunion.com/opinion/arti...

18.07.2025 13:33 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Opinion: The time for progressive governance is now Let’s build a real partnership among New York’s progressive leaders – from the Hudson Valley to Harlem, from the Finger Lakes to Flatbush.

Opinion: The time for progressive governance is now

Let’s build a real partnership among New York’s progressive leaders – from the Hudson Valley to Harlem, from the Finger Lakes to Flatbush.

@cityandstateny.bsky.social

www.cityandstateny.com/opinion/2025...

09.07.2025 12:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Fourth of July, Ithaca! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
Today we honor the promise of democracyβ€”and remember it’s up to us to defend it.

In the face of rising threats, let’s recommit to freedom, justice, and community for all.

Stay safe and celebrate boldly.

04.07.2025 15:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

You don’t have to agree with your mayor on everything. But it helps when he’s a hopeless policy nerd who thinks spreadsheets are fun and would literally rather be drafting legislation than doing almost anything else.

01.07.2025 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

So grateful for my friend @delgadoforny.bsky.social's leadership and advocacy on behalf of New Yorkers. I am excited to see what the next chapter holds for him.

24.02.2025 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just a friendly reminder that your elected leaders should prioritize sustainability, prosperity, affordability, and liveability, not popularity and likeability. Leave the world a better place than you found it.

21.02.2025 16:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm really touched to have been nominated and been awarded the Centennial Under 40 Impact Award from the National League of Cities. Serving my home is the greatest professional privilege of my life.

11.02.2025 23:31 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ITHACA, NY - At today’s rally on the commons, local leaders @rgc.bsky.social, Assemblywoman Anna Kelles and more called for action to stand up for democracy and support working class families.

Reporting for @ithacatimes.bsky.social

07.02.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re focused on feeding our kids.

Investing in our schools.

Making sure child care is affordable.

Regardless of the chaos unfolding in Washington, we’re making Minnesota the best state for kids to grow up.

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Major announcement today as @govkathyhochul.bsky.social announced major investments in Pro-Housing Communities across New York. Glad to have a partner in Albany who is committed to bringing affordability to the working people of our great State!

28.01.2025 15:42 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

This impacts our ability to support programming, maintain our infrastructure, aid our allies, and operate essential services with nonprofit partners.

28.01.2025 02:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The federal administration has just announced its intention to freeze several trillion dollars of grant funding to recipients around the world. This dangerous and reckless decision will materially harm the American people, our economy, and US interests around the world.

28.01.2025 02:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

At a time when New Yorkers need relief, @govkathleenhochul.bsky.social continues to demonstrate her commitment to working families & affordability. This plan to sustain increased AIM funding is a crucial element of keeping local governments operating & property taxes reasonable.

21.01.2025 19:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jorge DeFendini for Ward 1 Campaign Launch Join Jorge DeFendini as he launches his campaign for Ithaca Common Council alongside Ithaca DSA and Ithaca Tenants Union. Jorge was first elected to Ithaca Common Council in 2021, and used his role t...

Hello Friends & Neighbors,

I'm excited to announce the launch of my campaign to represent the First Ward on the Ithaca Common Council!

Join us Thursday, 6 PM, at the Tompkins County Public Library to kick off our campaign for a more affordable & stable Ithaca!

actionnetwork.org/events/jorge...

21.01.2025 17:18 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Another strong SotS from @govkathleenhochul.bsky.social ! Universal childcare, cost of living relief for working families, and - of course - building more housing. Ithaca stands ready to work hand in glove with the administration to deliver for all New Yorkers!

14.01.2025 19:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This just high-key makes me want to be your friend.

12.01.2025 14:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Other cities might call this Deputy Mayor. Alderperson Matos will also serve in a ceremonial capacity when I'm unavailable.

09.01.2025 18:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for your service to our community Kayla! We're going to get a lot done this year πŸ’ͺ

09.01.2025 16:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Rest in Peace President Carter. Thank you for your service and being a model citizen and statesman.

29.12.2024 21:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Kwanzaa to those who celebrate!

26.12.2024 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to those celebrating!

25.12.2024 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Welcome to the club Rochester! Congratulations πŸ’ͺ

18.12.2024 01:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Now I want to read a story about Tolkienesque Dwarves in the modern world.

15.12.2024 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In case anyone's wondering, there's at least one New York mayor with no interest in an inaugural invitation.

14.12.2024 15:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is a huge win for New Yorkers. We have all felt the economic pressure of inflation and this will put the real money in the pockets of working families trying to get by. Thank you @GovKathyHochul!

09.12.2024 16:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How Syria changed in just 11 days.

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