Committed to Syracuse. Ready to Serve.

“Meet Me!”

Syracuse has been home to our family for 17 years.
It’s where my husband and I have raised our children, served in ministry, and built a life rooted in community. He’s a proud military veteran, and I’m a small business owner with a background in Mass Communications and a professional certification in Strategy Execution from Harvard. I also had the privilege of serving six years on the Syracuse Planning Commission—an experience that showed me how thoughtful, steady decision-making can shape neighborhoods for the better.

I’m running because I care deeply about protecting the quality of life we all value—safe streets, smart growth, transparency in city leadership, and resident-first policies that reflect the needs of real families.

With years of leadership, service, and small business experience, I bring a calm, balanced voice to the table. I’m not here for politics—I’m here for people. I believe honest, respectful collaboration leads to real progress.

I’d be honored to earn your trust and represent you on the City Council.

Clarity. Peace. Growth. Connection.

Gretchen Ivy Ruelan for Syracuse City Council

Gretchen Ivy Ruelan for Syracuse City Council