Deer and Tick Advisory Committee

Syracuse is proposing a pilot plan to trap and euthanize deer to address overpopulation, which officials say contributes to tick-borne illnesses, motor vehicle accidents, and ecosystem damage.

Starting on Dec. 12 and lasting through March, the City of Syracuse's deer management program will decrease the deer population to prevent safety and health issues.

While many Syracuse residents say they’re seeing fewer deer, some don’t see a difference in the deer population in their neighborhood.

Syracuse city officials say nearly 160 white-tailed deer were culled in Syracuse’s first effort to reduce an overpopulation that is causing several issues…

After months of research and public input, the city of Syracuse’s deer and tick advisory board is ready to make recommendations on how to curb the…