UTICA, N.Y. -- Utica Mayor Robert Palmieri presenting new colorful banners that will be hung throughout the City.

It's part of the Community Banner Program.

The banners were designed by local artist Maria Vallese of Retro Sorrento.

They feature illustrations of iconic places and things in Utica.

Vallese says it's really an honor.

"It's rewarding. It's one of those things where I'm finally getting to see all of my hard work go up, and people are going to be able to see it, and I like that people are enjoying the bright colors and something a little bit different," said Retro Sorrento Owner Maria Vallese.

The banners will officially be hung up next week.