Cantelmo criticizes Cornell and proposes a permit moratorium
Robert CantelmoMayor of Ithaca
Robert Cantelmo calls Cornell's response appalling and proposes a moratorium on student-event permits until Cornell adopts clearer accountability standards.
“failed to hold the perpetrators to account”
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Did Cornell adequately discipline the students named in the Cornell 7 lawsuit?
A former Cornell student alleges that seven Chi Phi members sexually assaulted her in October 2024 and that Cornell mishandled the aftermath. The Cornell Daily Sun's editorial board and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the university's response. Cornell says its Title IX process resulted in expulsions and suspensions, and that essays were not the sole consequence for any student found responsible. AP subsequently reported individual sanctions and housing concerns.
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Reports Cantelmo's criticism and proposal. Common Council approval was still required.
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Cantelmo addressed Cornell's handling of the Chi Phi allegations.
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The proposed moratorium required Common Council approval.
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Direct criticism of Cornell's accountability.
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