Syracuse public meetings in 2024
87 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The regularly scheduled Syracuse City Council Work Session of December 24, 2024 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings to consider amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Proposed amendment details are available at the office of the Assistant City Manager.
- Public hearing on budget amendments for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider resolutions to amend the 2023 Transportation Master Plan (R24-43) and authorize a cooperative agreement with UDOT for West Davis Highway landscaping (R24-44). They will also authorize a contract for the SR 193 waterline project and discuss a property agreement with PAW Enterprises on Antelope Drive. A presentation of the FY2023-2024 audit report is scheduled, and the council will review the city's mission and vision statements.
- Proposed Resolution R24-43 amending the 2023 Syracuse City Transportation Master Plan
- Proposed Resolution R24-44 authorizing cooperative agreement with UDOT for West Davis Highway landscaping and aesthetics improvements
- Authorize contract award for SR 193 waterline project
- Execute agreement with PAW Enterprises, LLC for reversion of ownership of two parcels on Antelope Drive
- Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 audit by Gilbert & Stewart, CPA's
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will discuss planning for an April 26, 2025 city-wide emergency exercise, including route runs and volunteer participation. The committee will also review code enforcement related to snow removal and weed/yard care, and consider appointments for 2025 committee positions. Additional topics include a ham radio technician course and gathering ideas for future exercises.
- Planning for April 26, 2025 Syracuse City Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Exercise, including RDAP run routes and building participation
- Discussion of Ham Radio Technician Course
- Review of Syracuse City Code Enforcement regarding snow removal and weed/yard care
- Appointments and assignments for 2025 DPC positions
- Action item: Contact CERT District and Area leaders for needs/interest assessment
Planning Commission
The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council Work Session scheduled for November 26, 2024, has been cancelled.
Planning Commission
The Syracuse Planning Commission is meeting but the agenda contains only the agenda and an information packet with no specific items for discussion or decision.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider two related items: an ordinance creating the position of Assistant City Manager and a resolution to appoint Stephen Marshall to that role. Other agenda items include approving the acquisition of UDOT properties, authorizing the surplus of four police vehicles, and approving grant agreements and a contract for secondary water meter installation. The council will also hear a UTOPIA Fiber update and discuss winter parking regulations and recycling program rollout.
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-28 creating the Assistant City Manager position in municipal code
- Proposed Resolution R24-41 appointing Stephen Marshall as Assistant City Manager
- Proposed Resolution R24-38 approving acquisition of Utah Department of Transportation properties
- Authorization to surplus four Police Department vehicles
- Authorization to award contract for Secondary Water Metering Project #2
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The council will consider adjourning into a closed executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, or real property.
- Consideration of closed executive session
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to continue reviewing the city's code enforcement strategy, including potential changes to civil citation practices, an abatement budget of $3,000, and improvements to case-tracking software. Other discussions include proposed noise ordinance amendments, acquisition of UDOT properties, dog park regulations, a fraud risk assessment, declaring four police vehicles surplus, creating an assistant city manager position, and coordinating responses to the 2025 Utah Legislative Session. No votes or final decisions are expected, as this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Continued review of code enforcement strategy with $3,000 abatement budget and potential shift from warnings to civil citations
- Proposed amendments to Syracuse Municipal Code Title 6, Chapter 40 – Noise Ordinance
- Discussion regarding acquisition of Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) properties
- Proposal to declare four Police Department vehicles as surplus property
- Discussion of amendments to create an Assistant City Manager position
Planning Commission
The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding a public hearing at its October 15, 2024 meeting. The agenda text does not list any specific items for discussion or decision beyond the hearing notice. The meeting is set for 6:00 PM.
- Public hearing (topic not specified in agenda text)
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The hearing is scheduled for October 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., both in person at City Hall and via Zoom. The public is invited to attend and comment. Information on the proposed amendments is available from the Administrative Services Director.
- Public hearing on proposed budget amendments for FY 2024-2025
City Council
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency will consider authorizing a reimbursement agreement with Heritage Lane Commercial Plaza for up to $24,000 to fund multi-tenant signage at 1747 S. Heritage Lane. The council must decide whether to fund the full amount, 50%, or a round number like $10,000. The project is within the Syracuse Antelope Drive Community Development Area, which had an ending balance of $475,062.17 as of June 30, 2024.
- Consideration of reimbursement agreement for multi-tenant signage at 1747 S. Heritage Lane (near Antelope Drive and Heritage Lane)
- Requested amount: approximately $24,000 for new signage at the 25-year-old commercial plaza
- Options: full amount, 50%, or a round number (e.g., $10,000)
- Project is within the Syracuse Antelope Drive Community Development Area (SAD CDA) with a June 30, 2024 balance of $475,062.17
- Previous RDA assistance to Don's Meats for parking lot improvements
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed resolution adjusting the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. They will also consider a resolution authorizing a land exchange with Woods Cross Properties 102, LLC, and several ordinance amendments including changes to the General Plan Map, door-to-door solicitation rules, and purchasing policies. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a second public comment period.
- Public hearing on Resolution R24-38 adjusting FY 2025 budget
- Resolution R24-39 authorizing property exchange with Woods Cross Properties 102, LLC
- Ordinance 2024-23 amending General Plan Map at 2000 West 2700 South (medium density residential and commercial boundaries)
- Ordinance 2024-27 amending door-to-door solicitation code
- Ordinance 2024-26 and Resolution R24-30 amending purchasing policies, exempting outside legal services from competitive bidding
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse Arts Council will discuss and vote on the 2025 budget and ticket pricing. The body will also review upcoming season events and a bingo fundraiser.
- Vote on 2025 budget
- Vote on ticket pricing
- Review of 2024-2025 season events including Finding Nemo Jr. and Addams Family
- Discussion of Bingo fundraiser
- Discussion regarding Pit Orchestra for Addams Family
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a special business meeting to approve minutes from September 10 and consider adjourning into a closed executive session to discuss individual character, litigation, or real property. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 business meeting
- Consideration of closed executive session under Utah Open and Public Meetings Law for discussion of individual character, pending litigation, or real property transactions
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to receive informational presentations from Antelope Island State Park and the victim advocate, and to discuss several policy items. Topics include a request for RDA funding for multi-tenant signage at Heritage Plaza, recycling program options, code enforcement and door-to-door solicitation enforcement strategies, noise ordinance review, and proposed budget amendments. The council will also consider repealing or amending sections of the municipal code.
- Request for RDA funding for multi-tenant signage at Heritage Plaza (1747 S. Heritage Lane)
- Semi-annual report from Victim Advocate Celeste Hopkins with FY24 statistics (380 total clients)
- Discussion of recycling program options
- Review of Syracuse City noise ordinance
- Proposed budget amendments for FY ending June 30, 2025
Planning Commission
The Syracuse Planning Commission’s September 17, 2024 agenda lists only boilerplate procedural documents and no substantive decisions or discussions. No ordinances, rezonings, or public hearings are scheduled.
The Syracuse Planning Commission voted to recommend City Council approval of a General Plan Map amendment expanding the commercial area at approximately 2800 S 2000 W from about 12 acres to 28.5 acres. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of a land trade agreement with Syracuse Arts Academy to exchange 0.4 acre of city land for 1.9 acres of private property. Both recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for final decision.
- Recommended approval of General Plan Map amendment expanding commercial area to 28.5 acres (5-1)
- Recommended approval of land trade agreement with Syracuse Arts Academy (unanimous)
- Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted September 17, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will discuss three zoning map amendments and a change to the city code regarding residential waste containers. The body is also considering updates to the city's recruitment and retention policy and the appointment of a member to the Arts Council.
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-19: Rezone 0.75 acres at 2751 S. 1000 W. from Agricultural to Professional Office
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-20: Rezone 1.5 acres at 1569 S. 2500 W. from Residential (R-1) to Residential (R-3)
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-21: Rezone 4.6 acres at 3800 W. Hammon Lane from Agricultural/Residential (R-1) to Residential (R-3)
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-22: Amend City Code Section 4.50 regarding residential household and green waste containers
- Proposed Resolution R24-36: Adjust wage benchmark schedules in the Recruitment and Retention Policy
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council will hold its regular meeting on September 3, 2024. Major agenda items include discussion and a vote on the 2025 budget, as well as elections for 2025 officers. The council will also review upcoming season events, including orchestra, jazz band, and theatre performances, and discuss a bingo fundraiser.
- 2025 Budget discussion with vote
- Vote on 2025 Officers
- Bingo fundraiser discussion
- Upcoming season events: Orchestra, Jazz Band, Jr. Theatre, Theatre
- Budget expenditures approval since August 8, 2024
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Disaster Preparedness Committee will meet to discuss the upcoming Public Safety Jamboree on October 3, 2024, including needs, announcements, and assignments. They will also review a HAM radio technician course report and set tentative dates for a HAM radio general course. The committee will call for ideas for a 2025 exercise and update action items for CERT and jamboree assignments.
- Review Public Safety Jamboree needs, announcements, and assignments for 10/3/24
- HAM Radio Technician Course report by Micah Redmond
- HAM Radio General Course tentative dates: October 12, 19, 26 (Kathy Thomas and Sever Lafort)
- Call for 2025 exercise ideas and planning
- CERT: Contact district/area leaders for needs/interest assessment
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation from Wall Consulting Group on a road condition study to inform potential road utility fees. The body will also consider several zoning changes and a General Plan amendment.
- Road condition study presentation by Wall Consulting Group
- Potential rezone of 1700 W. 3200 S. from R-1/A-1 to Planned Residential Development
- Zone change request for 2751 S. 1000 W. from A-1 to Professional Office
- Zone change request for 1569 S. 2500 W. from R-1 to R-3
- Zone change request for 3800 W. Hammon Lane from A-1/R-1 to R-3
Planning Commission
The agenda for the Syracuse Planning Commission meeting on August 20, 2024, includes only document references and meeting times with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions listed. The public hearing notice is mentioned but without any details on the subject.
- No specific items; agenda consists solely of procedural boilerplate and document links
City Council
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency is holding a public hearing to approve the Syracuse WDC Gateway Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Project Area Plan and Budget. The board will also consider several interlocal agreements to divert property taxes for the project area.
- Public hearing on Proposed Resolution RDA24-03 for the WDC Gateway CRA Project Area Plan and Budget
- Proposed tax diversion agreements with Davis County
- Proposed tax diversion agreements with Davis School District
- Proposed tax diversion agreements with Mosquito Abatement District – Davis
- Proposed tax diversion agreements with North Davis Sewer District and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District
City Council
The City Council is meeting to hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and consider adopting the final budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The proposal includes increasing property taxes by approximately $1,025,000 to fund several new staff positions.
- Proposed Resolution R24-29 to set the certified tax rate between .001651 and 0.001986
- Proposed tax increase of approximately $102.07 per year for the average household ($554,000 home value)
- Funding for new positions: Assistant City Manager ($230,000), Police Lieutenant ($188,000), and Recreation Coordinator ($84,500)
- Funding for Fire Department positions: Battalion Chief ($172,000) and three Captains ($128,000, $111,000, and $145,000)
- Funding for 3 new part-time crossing guards ($27,000)
City Council
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the West Davis Corridor Gateway Community Reinvestment Area Plan and Budget. If approved, property tax increment from new development (up to $25.8 million) would be used to fund infrastructure improvements on 168.89 acres near Antelope Drive and the West Davis Corridor. The plan supports an $8 million bond for roads, sewer, and wetland mitigation. This is the only item on the agenda.
- Public hearing on creation of a Community Reinvestment Area for 168.89 acres near 3000 West and 1700 South (Antelope Drive/SR 127)
- Estimated $25,825,716 in property tax increment revenue capped to support an $8.0 million non-investment grade bond
- Tax increment would fund infrastructure: new roundabout, public roadways, sewer lines, wetland mitigation, and xeriscaping
- No new or higher taxes for existing properties; only new development generates tax increment
- Hearing on August 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in Syracuse City Council chambers
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024, to consider creating the Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1 for the WDC Gateway development. The district would finance construction of public infrastructure through special assessments and debt. Since all property owners consented, the council may adopt the resolution immediately after the hearing.
- Public hearing on creation of Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1 (46.5 acres near 3000 West and Antelope Drive)
- Appointment of trustees: Dale Cook and John Shaw (6-year terms), Bill Bockman (4-year term)
- Authorization to impose assessments on residential parcels payable before title transfer
- Authorization to issue debt repayable from special assessments
- Council may adopt the creation resolution immediately after the hearing due to unanimous property-owner consent
City Council
The City of Syracuse is proposing to increase its property tax budgeted revenue by 20.39% above last year's revenue, excluding eligible new growth. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss this increase.
- Proposed tax increase for a $554,000 residence from $503.06 to $605.13
- Proposed tax increase for a $554,000 business from $914.65 to $1,100.24
- Proposed 20.39% increase in property tax budgeted revenue
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of the Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1. The body is also considering a project area plan and budget for the Syracuse WDC Gateway Community Reinvestment Area.
- Public hearing for Resolution R24-31 to create Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-18 adopting the Syracuse WDC Gateway Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Project Area Plan and Budget
- Proposed Resolution R24-32 regarding property tax diversion for the Syracuse WDC Gateway CRA
- Proposed Resolution R24-30 appointing members to the Syracuse City Arts Council
- Proposed Resolution R23-33 amending Syracuse City Arts Council bylaws
Planning Commission
The agenda for this meeting contains only a reference to an information packet; no specific discussion items, public hearings, or decisions are listed. The meeting appears procedural in nature.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing on removing the city’s representative to the Davis County Mosquito Abatement District Board, then consider Resolution R24-28 to appoint a council member to fill the vacancy. The meeting also includes a closed executive session for discussing individual character, litigation, or real property matters.
- Public hearing on removal of city representative to Davis County Mosquito Abatement District Board
- Resolution R24-28 appointing a council member to the Davis County Mosquito Abatement District Board (appointment to serve until Dec 31, 2025)
- Possible closed executive session under Utah law for character, litigation, or real property discussion
City Council
The regularly scheduled Syracuse City Council Work Session for July 23, 2024 has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.
Planning Commission
This appears to be a procedural meeting with no specific items listed other than public hearings and general business. The agenda contains only time entries and document references, lacking detailed descriptions of decisions or discussions.
- Public hearing notice listed but no topic described
- No dollar amounts, rezonings, or ordinances mentioned
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider ordinances to amend the General Plan Map and Zoning Map for specific properties. The council will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-15: Adjusting land use at 2000 W. 2700 S.
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-17: Rezoning 2425 West 2700 South to Planned Residential Development
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-16: Amending city code regarding shade trees
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget
- Recognition of Battalion Chiefs Corey Bybee and Ryan Eckardt
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The committee will discuss preparations and assignments for the October 3, 2024, Public Safety Jamboree. Members will also review August heat emergencies and coordinate dates for a ham radio course. Additionally, the committee is planning a needs assessment for Syracuse CERT.
- Review of August heat emergencies
- Planning for the October 3, 2024, Public Safety Jamboree
- Tentative dates for Ham Radio Course (August 7, 24, 31 and September 7)
- Syracuse CERT needs assessment discussion
City Council
This work session includes discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and Syracuse growth data. The council will also review planning recommendations for shade trees and property amendments near 2700 S. Additionally, officials will discuss a traffic study for a roundabout at 2700 South 2000 West.
- Review of traffic study for roundabout at 2700 South 2000 West
- Proposed General Plan Map amendment near 2000 W. 2700 S.
- Review of draft plan and budget for West Davis Corridor Gateway project
- Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2025 budget
- Davis County Commission report on general issues and animal control
Planning Commission
The provided text contains only file names and a start time for the Syracuse Planning Commission meeting. No specific proposals or discussion topics are detailed in this document.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing to consider nonmonetary assistance or the waiver of fees for Dream Events, LLC. This item is in conjunction with the administration of a Farmer's Market.
- Public hearing on fee waivers or nonmonetary assistance for Dream Events, LLC
City Council
The Syracuse City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Municipal Building Authority will hold a public hearing to consider proposed budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Members of the public are invited to attend and provide comments regarding the adoption of these budgets.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 proposed budgets
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed resolution. This resolution proposes updating and amending the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule.
- Public hearing for proposed updates to the Syracuse City Fee Schedule
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the potential declaration of surplus property. Members of the public are invited to attend and provide comments on this matter.
- Public hearing for a surplus property declaration
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed ordinance. This ordinance would authorize wage increases for city-appointed officials and department heads.
- Proposed ordinance authorizing wage increases for Syracuse City appointed officials and department heads
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2024-2025 tentative budget, fee schedule updates, and officer compensation increases. The council will also consider rezoning property at 2250 West Antelope Drive to General Commercial. Additionally, several contracts and agreements for city services are up for approval.
- Rezoning 2250 West Antelope Drive to General Commercial
- Adoption of FY 2024-2025 Tentative Budget
- Updates to the City Consolidated Fee Schedule
- Contract for Fire Station #32 Road Improvement Project
- Agreement with Davis County Sheriff’s Office for Dispatch Services
City Council
The Municipal Building Authority will hold a public hearing to adopt its annual budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The proposed budget includes $11,500,000 for Fire Station 32 construction and covers various bond payments.
- Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 annual budget adoption
- $11,500,000 for Fire Station 32 construction
- $1,258,000 for bond principal payments
- $680,050 for bond interest payments
City Council
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency is considering the adoption of its fiscal year 2024-2025 annual budget. The agency is also reviewing a proposal to prepare a project area plan for approximately 179 undeveloped acres near 3000 West and Antelope Drive.
- Adoption of the FY 2024-2005 annual budget
- Preparation of a Community Reinvestment Project Area Plan near 3000 West and Antelope Drive
- $400,000 capital outlay for Town Center Parking Lot Improvements
- Proposed infrastructure improvements including new sewer lines and roadways
Syracuse Arts Council
The council will approve budget expenditures since May 8, 2024, and review May meeting minutes. Discussion items include updates on summer camp, fundraising, and upcoming seasonal performances.
- Approval of budget expenditures since May 8, 2024
- North Ogden Summer Jazz Festival (June 6) and Syracuse Heritage Days (June 22)
- Jr. Theatre Broadway Bootcamp (June 17-21)
- Newsies theatre production (July 18-22)
- Bingo Night fundraiser update for June 19, 2024
Architectural Review Committee
This is a procedural agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Architectural Review Committee meeting on June 3, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items, only a reference to a PDF document. No decisions or discussions are listed.
- Meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on June 3, 2024
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will review the results of a recent city disaster response exercise and discuss upcoming community training events. Fire Marshall Golden Barrett will present on CERT activities, and members will plan ideas for 2025 preparedness exercises. The committee also plans to upload an updated Emergency Operations Plan to its website and report exercise findings to the City Council. These updates support local emergency readiness by coordinating training schedules and sharing response results with city leadership.
- Review and debrief of April 28 City Council meeting regarding the city RDAP exercise
- CERT presentation by Fire Marshall Golden Barrett
- Call for 2025 disaster preparedness exercise ideas (email to mredmond352@gmail.com)
- Upload of the Emergency Operations Plan to the DPC website
- Discussion of Syracuse training events and reporting results to City Council on May 28
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss and review multiple items, including a proposed zoning map amendment for property at approximately 2250 West Antelope Drive, changing it from Residential (R-2) and Agriculture (A-1) with Town Center Overlay to General Commercial (GC) with Town Center Overlay. The council will also consider a zone change and preliminary plan for a Planned Residential Development at 2425 W. 2700 S., discuss a potential residential rental unit registration program, review the FY 2025 tentative budget, and consider several other items such as an interlocal agreement for dispatch services, a K-9 officer vehicle surplus, an easement request, and fee schedule amendments. The meeting includes reports on the Great Shakeout Drill and a Farmers Market presentation from Dream Events, LLC.
- Proposed Ordinance 24-10: rezone 2250 W Antelope Dr from R-2/A-1 to General Commercial (continued)
- Zone change and preliminary plan for 2425 W. 2700 S. to Planned Residential Development
- Discussion on creating a residential rental unit registration program
- Review of FY 2025 tentative budget and proposed wage scale updates
- Consideration of surplus action for Police Department K-9 officer vehicle
Planning Commission
The Syracuse, UT Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on May 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings, but the specific items under consideration are not detailed in the provided text. Supporting documents are available as PDFs.
- Public hearings scheduled for May 21, 2024
- Meeting begins at 6:00 PM
- Agenda and information packet available as PDFs
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider adopting the tentative FY 2024-2025 budget and schedule a public hearing for June 11, 2024, and hold public hearings on a mid-year budget adjustment and fee schedule updates. The council will also vote on several zoning map amendments, including a property at 2250 West Antelope Drive and another at 2419 West 2700 South, as well as ordinances on home daycare regulations and streetlight tampering. Other actions include appointing an Architectural Review Committee member, authorizing a road improvement contract, purchasing a fire engine, and acquiring property for Fire Station #32 from UDOT.
- Set public hearing for FY 2024-2025 final budget adoption (June 11, 2024)
- Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 budget adjustment (Resolution R24-14)
- Public hearing on fee schedule updates (Resolution R24-15)
- Zoning change at 2250 West Antelope Drive to General Commercial (Ordinance 24-10)
- Zoning change at 2419 West 2700 South to R-3 (Ordinance 24-11)
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will meet on May 14, 2024, to conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and via Zoom. The public is invited to comment on the proposed amendments.
- Public hearing on FY 2024 budget amendments
- Meeting held via Zoom and in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed resolution to update and amend the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule. Residents may attend the meeting in person or via Zoom to provide comments on the proposed changes.
- Public hearing for Proposed Resolution updating and amending the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures, and to hear public comment. They will discuss upcoming season events, including the Kurt Bestor concert and Jr. Theatre summer camp, and will discuss and vote on the 2025 summer show. The meeting is a regular business session with no major land-use or budget decisions.
- Approve budget expenditures since April 3, 2024
- 2023-2024 season events: Kurt Bestor Orchestra May 20, Jazz Band June 6 and June 22, Jr. Theatre Broadway Bootcamp June 17-21, Theatre Newsies July 18-22, Bingo Night fundraiser June 19
- Jr. Theatre Summer Camp update
- Kurt Bestor Concert update
- 2025 Summer Show discussion and vote
Planning Commission
The Syracuse, UT Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on May 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text. The agenda appears to be mostly procedural, with links to documents but no substantive agenda items listed.
- Public hearing notice for May 7, 2024
- Planning Commission meeting agenda and packet available as PDFs
Architectural Review Committee
The Syracuse Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review the TRICO Third Acre project. The agenda contains only this single item for discussion.
- Review of TRICO Third Acre project
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will debrief the April 21, 2024, City RDAP Exercise and discuss publishing data to the District and City Council. The committee will also address by-laws, mission statements, and potential training locations at the Syracuse PD EOC and Library.
- Review and debrief of the April 21, 2024, City RDAP Exercise
- Discussion regarding committee by-laws, mission statement, and member responsibilities
- Reporting of RDAP results to the City Council on May 14, 2024
- Proposed use of Syracuse PD EOC and Library for training events
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will discuss the potential sale and development of an 8-acre city-owned parcel at 3000 W. Antelope Drive, with a proposal from CW Urban to build retail, restaurants, and a hotel. They will also review zoning map amendments for two properties, a daycare regulation text amendment, and a proposed interlocal agreement for building inspection services. Other items include discussions on secondary water conversions, street light tampering regulations, fee schedule and budget amendments, and a POW/MIA memorial table request.
- Sale/development of city-owned land at 3000 W. Antelope Dr. (8 acres, proposed hotel, restaurants, drive-thrus)
- Zoning map amendment for 2250 W. Antelope Dr. from R-1/A-1 to General Commercial (split vote 5-2 from Planning Commission)
- Zoning map amendment for 2419 W. 2700 S. from R-1 to R-3
- Text amendment to Syracuse City Code Chapter 10.35.040 on daycare regulations
- Proposed amendments to Syracuse City Consolidated Fee Schedule and FY 2023-2024 budget
Planning Commission
The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting on April 16, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings and an information packet, but the specific items to be discussed are not detailed in the provided text.
- Public hearing notice for April 16, 2024
- Agenda and information packet available as PDF documents
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a budget retreat to discuss the FY2025 budget, focusing on park development, staffing, and roads/infrastructure. They will review three General Fund options: a no tax increase option, a skeleton crew option, and a higher priority staffing option, each with different staffing levels and tax implications. The council will also discuss the SAFER grant for firefighter positions and strategies for balancing utility and streets funds.
- Park funding options include $11.5M for Phase 1 Regional Park, using $6.6M in impact fees, $4M from land sale, and $1.5M from surplus
- General Fund options: no tax increase (balanced), skeleton crew (10% tax increase), higher priority staffing (21% tax increase)
- SAFER grant could fund 9 firefighter positions for 3 years, saving $2.627M total
- Utility funds face deficits; secondary water fund may need $2.61/month fee increase
- Cemetery expansion estimated at $3.7M with $2.6M available
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions and ordinances on April 9, 2024, including declaring police canine Jax as surplus, waiving room rental fees for North Davis Communities that Care, updating personnel policies, and amending city codes on garage depths, Board of Adjustment, Architectural Review Committee, and irrigation water. The council will also vote on awarding a contract for a dog park construction project, restricting pressure-irrigation water use in 2024, and amending a contract with Utah Division of Water Resources for water utility billing software.
- Public hearing on Resolution R24-10 to declare Police Canine Jax and related equipment surplus and transfer to another governmental entity
- Public hearing on Resolution R24-11 waiving room rental fees for North Davis Communities that Care meetings in 2024-2025
- Proposed Ordinance 24-07 eliminating the Board of Adjustment and assigning duties to a Hearing Officer
- Authorize contract award for Dog Park construction project
- Proposed Resolution R24-13 restricting and regulating pressure-irrigation water use during 2024
City Council
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency is meeting to consider amending its 2020 tax rebate agreement with Shadow Point, LLC for a large gym facility at Shadow Point Shopping Center. The proposed amendment would increase the property tax rebate from 75% to 100% and extend deadlines, requiring construction to start by November 1, 2024, and the gym to open by January 1, 2026. The board will also approve minutes from its March 12, 2024 special meeting.
- Amendment to Shadow Point Shopping Center incentive agreement: rebate increased from 75% to 100% of tax increment, estimated difference of $177,517.44 over 15 years
- New deadlines: footings poured by Nov 1, 2024; gym open by Jan 1, 2026
- Parcel ID corrected from 12-768-0002 to 129590010
- Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 RDA special meeting
Planning Commission
This Planning Commission meeting was canceled, so no items were discussed or decided. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no substantive business.
- Meeting canceled
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will review meeting minutes and a magazine article on gardening. Members plan to discuss committee appointments, by-laws, and member responsibilities. The agenda also covers planning for an upcoming city disaster exercise and establishing communications protocols using HAM, cell, and FRS radios.
- Review of February meeting minutes
- Discussion of committee appointments and by-laws
- Planning for a city disaster exercise following the Great Shake Out
- Logistics review for HAM, cell, and FRS communications
- Schedule of upcoming Syracuse Connection Magazine articles on winter safety and emergency preparedness
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a fee waiver request from North Davis Communities that Care, a report from the recycling task force on mandatory recycling program options, and a proposal to surplus the K-9 police service dog. Other discussions include the solid waste contract, secondary watering dates, planning items, and various ordinance amendments. No formal votes are scheduled; the council will provide direction on future action.
- Fee waiver request from North Davis Communities that Care for room rentals
- Recycling program options: city-owned cans ($700,000 upfront) vs contractor-managed ($5.50-$6.00/month) vs surcharge ($240,000 FY2026)
- Solid waste service contract with Robinson Waste Services
- Proposed amendment to Shadow Point Shopping Center Incentive Agreement
- Proposal to surplus/transfer K-9 Police Service Dog
Planning Commission
This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on March 19, 2024. The agenda lists public hearings and a commissioner packet for review, but no specific items are described in the provided text.
- Public Hearing Notice - March 19, 2024
- Commissioner Packet - 03/19/2024
- Planning Commission Meeting Agenda - March 19, 2024
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will hold its regular business meeting on March 12, 2024. The agenda includes a public hearing and potential action on a proposed ordinance to change mixed-use zone requirements, as well as resolutions to appoint members to the Disaster Preparedness Committee and adopt a wage scale. The council will also recognize the Fire Chief and introduce newly hired firefighters.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council, acting as the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) board, will consider two incentive agreements. The first is a reimbursement of up to $137,480.33 to Syracuse Flex LLC for a concrete median on SR-193, funded by future property tax increments. The second is a reimbursement of up to $281,840.32 to Trico Holdings for utility extension costs, also funded by future property tax increments. Both agreements are on the consent agenda for the March 12, 2024, meeting.
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to review and adopt the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures. They will discuss upcoming 2023-2024 season events, including concerts, theatre productions, and fundraisers, as well as a summer camp update and a participation fee for the summer musical.
- Approve budget expenditures since February 7, 2024
- Upcoming events: Orchestra March 11 (Tchaikovsky), May 20 (Kurt Bestor); Jazz Band June 6, June 22; Jr. Theatre June 17-21 Broadway Bootcamp; Theatre Newsies July 18-22
- Fundraiser: ShamRockin' Bingo Night March 13, 2024
- Discussion of Kurt Bestor concert graphics and advertising
- Theatre participation fee for summer musical
Planning Commission
The Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 5, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting canceled
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will review a Planning Commission recommendation to keep tattoo and body piercing shops out of the Business Park Zone, following a 6-1 vote. They will also discuss possible changes to the Mixed-Use Zone, water share fees, garage protrusion rules, and two RDA incentive requests for industrial projects. Additionally, the council will discuss the Wildland Fire program and receive a biennial review from Parks & Recreation.
- Planning Commission recommends against adding tattoo/body piercing shops to Business Park Zone (6-1 vote)
- Discussion on amendments to Mixed-Use (MXD) Zone (Section 10.92)
- Possible modification to fee in lieu of water shares for retail/office uses (Section 8.10.090)
- RDA incentive requests for flex/industrial projects near SR-193/1000 West and Antelope Drive/Bluff Ridge Road
- Wildland Fire program staffing and wage scale discussion
Disaster Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will meet to vote on new committee leadership. Members will also review agenda items for a city exercise, including church shelter policies and district maps. Additionally, the committee will plan 2024 magazine article topics.
- Vote on new committee leadership
- Review of City Exercise agenda items including church shelter policies and district maps
- Planning of 2024 Syracuse Connection Magazine article topics
- Discussion regarding bylaws, mission statement, and member responsibilities
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission was canceled. No items were discussed or decided; the agenda is only a cancellation notice.
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on issuing up to $4.5 million in Secondary Water Irrigation Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. The bonds would finance improvements to the secondary water irrigation system, including installing water meters. The council also invites comments on potential economic impacts on the private sector.
- Public hearing on issuance of up to $4,500,000 in Secondary Water Irrigation Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- Bond proceeds to finance secondary water irrigation system improvements and meter installation
- Bonds to mature in up to 20 years, with interest not exceeding 2.00% per annum
- Total estimated principal and interest cost of bonds: $5,504,080
- 30-day legal contest period for the bond resolution and indenture
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider awarding contracts for the 1000 West Road Improvement Project and the 1525 West Culinary Transmission Line Project, and will hold public hearings on four proposed ordinances affecting cross connection violations, irrigation water, bicycle and electric vehicle parking, and driveway/garage standards. The agenda also includes a victim advocate report, a fire department biennial review, and appointments to committees.
- Authorize contract for 1000 West Road Improvement Project
- Authorize bid for 1525 West Culinary Transmission Line Project
- Ordinance 2024-01 amending cross connection violation code (Section 4.15.450)
- Ordinance 2024-02 amending irrigation water code (Section 8.10.090)
- Ordinance 2024-03 adding bicycle and electric vehicle parking requirements (Section 10.40)
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a special business meeting that includes a public hearing on issuing Series 2024 Bonds to finance improvements to the city's secondary water irrigation system, specifically the installation of secondary water meters. The council will also consider a related bond item. The meeting is primarily to gather public input on the bond and its potential economic impact.
- Public hearing on Series 2024 Bonds for secondary water irrigation system improvements
- Bond amount estimated at $4,182,000 with 1% interest rate from Board of Water Resources
- ARPA grant of up to $1,479,000 for purchase and installation of 8,879 secondary meters
- State mandate requires all secondary connections metered by 2030; city recommends earlier implementation due to grant expiration in 2026
- City has hired 4 full-time employees to install meters
City Council
The City Council is conducting a goals retreat to prioritize over 30 proposed items for the upcoming fiscal year. These priorities will be used to construct the draft annual budget for July 2024 through June 2025.
- Support 3000 W Commercial Development
- Complete Phase 1 Regional Park development
- Expand cemetery grounds
- Public Works facilities expansion masterplan
- Improve Antelope/WDC Gateway landscaping and signage
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures, and to discuss upcoming season events including an orchestra guest artist vote, summer camps, fundraisers, and storage updates. Public comment is open for residents to share concerns or ideas.
- Vote on orchestra guest artist for May 20, 2024 concert
- Discussion of summer camp options
- Fundraiser follow-up, including possible Bingo Night
- Upcoming events: Newsies July 18-22, 2024; Jazz Band at North Ogden Summer Jazz Festival June 6, 2024
- Fractured Atlas discussion
Planning Commission
The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on February 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings, but the specific items are not detailed in the provided text. The agenda appears to be procedural, with linked documents for the hearing notice, agenda, and packet.
- Public hearing notice for February 6, 2024
- Planning Commission agenda and packet documents available
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a special business meeting with a public hearing to consider two resolutions: reappointing Mayor Dave Maughan to the North Davis Sewer District Board and appointing a governing body member to the Davis County Mosquito Abatement District Board. After the hearing, the council will vote on the appointments. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution R24-03 appointing Mayor Maughan to North Davis Sewer District Board for a 4-year term
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution R24-04 appointing a council member to Davis County Mosquito Abatement District Board for a 4-year term
City Council
The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including services from the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District, a potential bond for a secondary water metering project, and various proposed code amendments. The council will also review planning items such as zoning for tattoo parlors and RDA incentives for industrial projects, plus a Police Department biennial review. No final decisions are being made at this work session; it is for discussion and direction.
- Discussion of Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District services, including a potential bundled curbside recycling program
- Discussion of a $4,182,000 bond for secondary water metering, with a public hearing set for February 13
- Proposed code amendments: farm animals (Section 10.30.040), bicycle and EV parking (Section 10.40), driveway/garage standards (Section 10.40.070), and Mixed-Use Zone (Section 10.92)
- Discussion of zoning for tattoo parlors/body art establishments
- Two RDA incentive requests for flex/industrial projects near SR-193/1000 West and Antelope Drive/Bluff Ridge Road
Planning Commission
This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on January 16, 2024. The agenda lists a public hearing and a regular meeting, but the provided text contains only document titles and times, with no specific agenda items or details. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions described in the available text.
- Public Hearing Notice - 01-16-2024.PDF
- Planning Commission Meeting Agenda - Jan 16, 2023 (PDF)
- Planning Commission Meeting Packet - Jan 16, 2023 (PDF)
City Council
The Syracuse City Council will consider resolutions authorizing a transportation reimbursement agreement with Davis County and issuing up to $4.5 million in water revenue bonds. They will also discuss declaring surplus property, including a police generator and items from a city-owned home, and a SAFER grant for fire staffing. The agenda includes public comment periods and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution R24-01: Interlocal Transportation Project Reimbursement Agreement with Davis County
- Resolution R24-02: Up to $4,500,000 in Secondary Water Irrigation Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- Declare surplus: generator, ice skates, synthetic ice panels, appliances from 1939 W 2700 S
- Discussion/action on SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) grant
- Public comment periods (email by 4:00 p.m. Jan 9)
Architectural Review Committee
The Syracuse Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a site plan request by Michael McBride for a restaurant and reception center at the Glen Eagle Golf course. The site is approximately 2.98 acres in the General Commercial (GC) zone. The hearing is scheduled for January 16, 2024, at 6 pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
- Site plan request for restaurant and reception center
- Location: Glen Eagle Golf course
- Approximately 2.98 acres in General Commercial (GC) zone
- Public hearing on January 16, 2024 at 6 pm
Syracuse Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council will review upcoming season events including orchestra and theatre performances. The Council is scheduled to discuss and vote on the Newsies director and producer, as well as a potential orchestra guest artist.
- Vote on Newsies Director and Producer
- Vote on Orchestra Guest Artist
- Discussion of 2023-2024 season events
- Discussion of fundraiser
- Review of budget expenditures since November 8, 2023
Planning Commission
This meeting was canceled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda is only a notice of cancellation.
- Meeting canceled
City Council
This agenda is a procedural notice announcing the Syracuse City Council's regular meeting schedule for 2024. Business meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of each month, and work sessions on the fourth Tuesday, both at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. No other business is discussed.
- Business meetings: second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
- Work sessions: fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
- Location: City Hall, 1979 West 1900 South, Syracuse, Utah