The Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) will host a community roundtable on proposed Just Cause employment legislation on Monday, June 15, 2026, from 4:00–5:30 PM at Hotel Ithaca (222 South Cayuga Street). The event is free and open to the public — no registration required.

The forum will bring together members of the City of Ithaca’s Special Committee on Wrongful Discharge and Labor Protections alongside a panel of local business owners, property owners, and community stakeholders. A public question-and-answer session will follow.

The Special Committee was established by the Mayor and Common Council to evaluate potential legislation that would move the City away from at-will employment practices and require documented justification — or “just cause” — before an employer can terminate a worker. The Committee is charged with gathering broad stakeholder input before any legislation is drafted, and the Downtown Ithaca Alliance is specifically named as a community partner in that process.

This roundtable discussion represents an important opportunity for Downtown businesses and stakeholders to learn about the proposal, understand its potential implications, and make their voices heard.

The event is free and open to all members of the public. No registration is required.

What: Community Forum on Just Cause Employment Legislation
When: Monday, June 15, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM
Where: Hotel Ithaca, 222 S. Cayuga St., Ithaca, NY
Cost: Free; walk-ins welcome

For more information, contact the DIA at info@downtownithaca.com.