Oswego, New York Development News

City Committee Debates and Approves Placement of 988 Suicide Prevention Signs

The Physical Services Committee discussed the placement of 988 signs throughout the city. The discussion included the purpose of the signs, their design, potential locations, and the broader context of mental health services. While some council members and community members expressed support for increasing visibility of the 988 hotline, others raised concerns about public education, sign placement, and the need for comprehensive mental health strategies. Ultimately, a motion was made and seconded to approve the placement of 10 signs at various locations, with some discussion regarding the need for multilingual signage and the potential for future placement of additional signs.