FOCUS collected the major recurring topics of interest in Central New York by reviewing and insights from various local listening sessions and reports, including the CNY Community Foundation’s Listening Sessions, PEACE, Inc.’s Community Needs Assessment, the Community Engagement Committee’s Community Priorities Document, and the Syracuse Community Listening Session organized by New York Focus. By comparing the insights, FOCUS collected the top five recurring topics that resonate in Onondaga County. These priority areas include:
Economic and Workforce Development
Housing Stability and Development
Community Engagement and Transparency
Education and Career Readiness
Health and Family Support

FOCUS is now taking the next step by identifying specific topics within the five main areas of interest. To better align with what local residents care about, FOCUS is seeking feedback from the community on which specific subjects they would like to explore in the upcoming 2025 FOCUS Forums. FOCUS invites everyone in the community to participate in their survey. This survey allows residents to share interests and suggest panelists and organizations for the 2025 FOCUS Forums. FOCUS encourages those who live and or work in Onondaga County to register for the live forum, where FOCUS will discuss the survey results.