Mayor Jim Rice: Revitalizing Fulton, New York, One Project at a Time

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Spring Issue 2025 | ISSN: 3065-6958

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Fulton, New York, offers a vibrant blend of small-town warmth and rich history that makes it a delightful place to call home. Known for its friendly community spirit and inviting atmosphere, Fulton boasts an enjoyable quality of life

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pride in fostering a close-knit community. The city is a tapestry of cultures, where neighbors greet you with a smile and cooperation and camaraderie are part of daily life. In Fulton, New York, a warm welcome awaits every visitor and resident, promising a peaceful and fulfilling lifestyle.

Revitalizing Fulton, New York, One Project...

In the lively city of Fulton, New York, change is not only happening, it's thriving – thanks to the tenacious and visionary leadership of Mayor Jim Rice. With his inexhaustible dedication to his city's resurgence, Mayor Rice is creating a brighter future for Fulton, one project, and one day at a time. Over the last few months, Fulton’s Mayor

has overseen the renewal and re-energizing of the city’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), breathing new life into a multitude of dormant projects. Helping to kick-start this decisive rejuvenation was the important rezoning undertaken by the common council in 2024. “Rezoning has energized our DRI and got several projects moving," says Mayor Rice with visible satisfaction. This strategic maneuver released

a cascade of momentum, with as many as 27 projects being unhindered from their stagnation by the rezoning process. Innovation, progress, and perseverance go hand in hand in Mayor Rice’s Fulton, and even the structural face of the city reflects this ethos. Most notably, Fulton is proudly donning a pro-housing designation. "We worked very hard to get the pro-housing designation after the rezoning was completed," shares Mayor Rice. This qualification, achieved only in September, commends the city's commitment to providing effective solutions to housing issues. The pro-housing badge of honor isn't just a...

Hometown Heroes celebrates the brave men and women from Fulton who answered the call to serve. They left their homes, families, and communities to defend our freedoms. They brought with them the values of their upbringing, woven into the fabric of the communities they cherished. Across generations, these heroes stood united, embodying courage, sacrifice, and a love of country that knows no bounds. Whether on land, sea, or in

the skies, they carried the spirit of their hometowns with them, facing challenges with unyielding resolve and selflessness. We honor their service, their legacy, and the communities that raised them. Today, we remember not just their dedication but the strength and unity that bind us all as Americans. Their stories are our stories, a testament to the enduring spirit of the United States and the bonds that make us strong.