Students living off campus received an e-mail from Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner on Wednesday night reminding them to follow all city ordinances on MayFest, April 30, both in Walnut Park and on Euclid Avenue.

“Although Syracuse Police Department will be dedicating an increased level of resources to the university area on April 30, it is essential to remember city ordinances apply to everyone, everyday, everywhere,” Miner said in the e-mail.

City ordinances prohibit open containers of alcohol on the streets, littering and excessive noise violations. Miner’s e-mail acknowledged the importance of the day but said non-students living in the area must be respectful. Anyone violating an ordinance will be held responsible, Miner said.

Student Association President Jon Barnhart also sent an e-mail to students Wednesday morning, thanking the mayor for her collaboration and reminding students to be responsible and respectful April 30.

SPD will be patrolling the area in the time leading up to MayFest as well, and students should remember MayFest in Walnut Park on April 30 is the dedicated day to celebrate, Miner said.

Miner’s e-mail acknowledged and complimented the effort students in Student Association and University Union put into planning the event. The day is meant for celebration, but students also need to be mindful of non-students living in the East neighborhood and surrounding area, Miner said.

“It is equally important that neighbors in the university area be treated with respect and consideration,” Miner said. “Anything less is unacceptable and anyone violating city ordinances will be held responsible for their actions.”