Currently holds the office of Syracuse City Common Council - At Large until December 31, 2027.
Candidate for Syracuse City Mayor in 2025 New York Partisan Primary Election.
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Get StartedChol’s vision includes 21st-century policing that combines modern technology with a rehabilitative approach to build a safer, more sustainable city. Learn more
Empowering Syracuse's future through economic opportunity upskilling, and thriving local businesses that fuel a resilient workforce. Learn more
Investing in our youth with high-quality, structured, and intentional early interventions that foster lifelong success. Learn more
Building a food-desert-free Syracuse with forward-thinking, climate- conscious solutions for a greener future. Learn more
A well-maintained city requires collaboration between government and residents. My administration will empower residents to take an active role in reporting and preventing code violations. Learn more
Streamline Permitting and Review Process: An effective code enforcement department must be well-staffed, responsive, and resident-focused. My administration will ensure a streamlined system that supports businesses, property owners, and residents. Learn more
Modernize Code Enforcement: Efficient and transparent code enforcement benefits everyone. My administration will implement digital solutions and proactive strategies to create a seamless process for residents and businesses. Learn more
Expanding access to high-quality, trauma-informed, person-centered mental health care for all. Learn more
As Mayor, I will proactively refine and update Rezone to make it work for everyone, both residents and the business community. Learn more
Expanding Homeownership Opportunities: Homeownership is the foundation of economic stability and generational wealth. My administration will make homeownership more accessible for Syracuse residents by providing financial assistance and education and increasing available housing stock. Learn more
Eliminating Lead Hazards & Improving Housing Safety: Lead poisoning is a silent and looming crisis in Syracuse, disproportionately affecting children and the elderly. My administration will prioritize lead removal to ensure all homes are safe and healthy for families and the vulnerable population. Learn more
Ensuring Housing Affordability: Rising housing costs are making it harder for families to stay in Syracuse. We must expand affordable and quality housing options while protecting homeowners and renters from financial hardship. Also, landlords and developers are critical to housing affordability and will be proactively engaged in finding collective solutions to the housing crisis in Syracuse. Learn more
As Mayor, my administration will ensure bad landlords comply with all applicable regulations. My administration will also help responsible landlords against bad tenants. My administration will support Good Cause Eviction as I always have. Learn more
Nder my leadership, we will take bold steps to make homeownership more accessible, housing more affordable, and our communities stronger. Investing in new housing, enforcing safety codes, and protecting renters, and working with our good landlords will build a Syracuse where families can live, thrive, and collectively contribute to a prosperous future. Learn more
Chol’s leadership will focus on rebuilding our housing infrastructure through collaboration and innovative public-private partnerships, making Syracuse a city where families can truly thrive. Learn more
As mayor, I will take bold action to increase homeownership, make housing more affordable, enforce housing codes, and remove lead hazards from our homes. Housing is about shelter, family stability, economic opportunity, and community well-being. Learn more
Advancing Syracuse with seamless, sustainable transit solutions that connect communities and create quality, family-sustaining job opportunities. Learn more
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