The City of Syracuse wants to join the New York State's defense of a lawsuit that blocks the I-81 viaduct project from progressing on schedule.
Just before Thanksgiving, city lawyers filed a motion against the lawsuit brought forward by "Renew 81 For All." The suit is spearheaded by four individuals and three suburban towns who are against the state's environmental findings of the project.
In a statement, Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh said the unnecessary project delays put residents at harm. He adds that the city wants to ensure the court is aware of the extensive support in Syracuse and CNY to have the I-81 viaduct removed.
"The focus should be on proceeding with the project for the benefit of the city and its residents – not impeding progress and thwarting the ability of local people to access jobs and opportunities resulting from the project," Walsh said in the statement.
