OCDC Ward 9

10/19/2026

Meet the Candidates! 🗳️

Know who's on your ballot before you vote. The Syracuse NAACP and community partners invite you to hear directly from the candidates and ask the questions that matter to our community.

📅 Monday, October 19, 2026, at 5:30 PM
📍 Syracuse Dunbar Center, 1453 S. State St., Syracuse
📞 More information: 315-440-6340 or [email protected]

Early voting in Onondaga County runs Saturday, October 24 through Sunday, November 1, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Find early voting sites and hours at https://onondaga.gov/elections

Proudly presented with NCNW Syracuse Section, CNY Solidarity Coalition, Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Dunbar Association, Delta Sigma Theta Syracuse Alumnae Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Iota Nu Omega Chapter, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, New York State Rev UP!, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, The Links, Inc. Syracuse Chapter, National Action Network Syracuse Chapter, 100 Black Men of Syracuse, and the Healthcare Education Project.

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09/29/2026

Check out our website to view the 2026 General Election Candidate List! Click the link! https://onondaga.gov/elections/candidate-information/

09/07/2026

Thank you Elect Maurice Brown for joining us for a Meet the Candidate Conversation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9ObK9xis6Q&list=PLMquBicSP-2s

06/26/2026

06/14/2026

🔴🟣 ENDORSEMENT | Mayor of Syracuse Sharon F. Owens— I’m honored to receive Mayor Owens' endorsement. "We share a commitment to moving Syracuse forward and expanding opportunities for residents across our city. Healthy democracies depend on independent voices and thoughtful debate. We can work together on shared priorities while bringing different perspectives to the table when needed, always with the goal of serving the people of Syracuse.

Early voting starts today. VOTE COLUMN 1 – Elect Surratt for Syracuse Common Councilor At-Large for a community-centered, future-focused Syracuse.
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I'm campaigning for Syracuse Common Council’s At-Large on a platform focused on affordable housing, economic opportunity, youth and family investment, safe and inclusive neighborhoods, workforce development, poverty reduction, expansion of the creative economy, and accountable, results-driven city government.
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🗳️ Cjala Surratt for Syracuse Councilor At Large | Vote Row 1 | Early Voting JUNE 13-21 | Primary Election JUNE 23
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06/04/2026

CJALA SURRATT, candidate for Common Council At-Large, securing both the Democratic designation and Working Families Party lines for the June 23rd Primary Election.

Cjala's platform focuses on affordable housing, support for youth and families, poverty reduction, workforce development, equitable fiscal stewardship, reliable city services, and protecting Syracuse's most vulnerable residents.

For more than 15 years, Cjala has worked in public relations, policy, community engagement, and advocacy. She champions practical solutions that strengthen communities and promote transparent, responsive, and accountable leadership . She is ready to bring that experience to the Common Council. - Learn more: surrattforsyracuse.com | Cjala Surratt for Syracuse Councilor At Large