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Kingston Mayor Steve Noble is launching the first two sessions of his 2026 Listening Tour, giving city residents a chance to speak directly with local government about public safety and other community concerns.
The first session is scheduled for Monday (March 23) at Pointe of Praise Church on Hurley Avenue. The second session will follow on Monday (April 20) at Saint John's Episcopal Church on Albany Avenue. Additional tour dates will be announced in the coming weeks.
Among the topics expected to come up at both sessions is a proposed reduction to the citywide speed limit, along with other public safety measures. Residents are encouraged to attend whichever session is most convenient for them.
The listening tour is part of Noble's ongoing effort to bring local government closer to the people it serves. According to the City of Kingston's official website, the format is designed to let residents voice concerns and ask questions directly. Noble has said the meetings help "bridge the gap between local government and the public."
The tour builds on a similar series held in 2025, which wrapped up with sessions in Wards Eight and Nine. As reported by the Daily Freeman, those meetings were seen as essential for keeping residents' voices at the center of city decisions.
Noble has also been focused on broader city goals heading into 2026. According to Spectrum News, the mayor recently released the city's 2025 annual report, which highlighted the police department's new traffic safety unit, expanded fire department ambulance resources, and plans for school zone speed cameras — initiatives that align closely with the topics expected to surface during the listening tour.
Residents who cannot attend in person can also reach out to the mayor's office directly at mayor@kingston-ny.gov. Further listening tour dates are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.