Mayor Julie Hoy delivered her second State of the City address on March 11.
The first-term mayor, who is running for reelection against Councilor Vanessa Nordyke, highlighted efforts to balance the budget, make Salem safer, revitalize downtown and increase economic investment.
Hoy said the longstanding State of the City tradition offers a moment of reflection and honesty. It brings together business leaders, educators, public servants, nonprofit leaders, neighborhood advocates, faith leaders and residents who care about Salem…