Syracuse public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the agenda and consider adjourning into a closed executive session. The session may cover individual character or health, imminent litigation, or real property transactions.

• Consideration of closed executive session for litigation, real property, or personnel matters

Councilmember Carver moved to adjourn into a closed executive session and the motion was seconded by Watson. All present councilmembers voted aye, and the session began at 6:02 p.m. After discussion, Councilmember Carver moved to adjourn the meeting, Robertson seconded, and all voted in favor. No substantive policy or budget items were decided.

• Adjourned into closed executive session (all voted aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission agenda for December 16 2025 consists only of a header indicating a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. No specific rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are detailed in the provided document.

The commission approved Monica Gailey's site plan and conditional use permit for a commercial preschool at 2397 S 500 W in the A-1 zone. It also approved a preliminary plat for Lakeside Flat (2815 S 2000 W, R-3 zone) and a revised site plan for a gas station at 1662 S 3000 W in the GC zone. Commissioners recommended that the City Council deny Blake Parkinson's rezoning request from R-1 to SU at 2679 W 1700 S. The commission adopted the 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule.

• Approved Monica Gailey site plan (2397 S 500 W, 1.427 acres, A-1 zone) – unanimous
• Approved Monica Gailey commercial conditional use permit (2397 S 500 W) – unanimous
• Approved Ed Green preliminary plat for Lakeside Flat (2815 S 2000 W, 12.336 acres, R-3 zone) – unanimous
• Approved Elliott Smith revised site plan for gas station (1662 S 3000 W, 1.24 acres, GC zone) – unanimous
• Recommended City Council deny Blake Parkinson rezoning request (2679 W 1700 S, R-1 to SU) – unanimous
• Adopted Planning Commission meeting schedule for 2026 – unanimous

City Council

The council will discuss emergency medical services modifications required by Utah Senate Bill 215, which mandates a formal review of 911 and interfacility transport providers before the city’s EMS license expires on March 31, 2026. The city will notify council that it will issue a Request for Proposals for EMS providers, with provider selection to be addressed at a future meeting. No decisions are being made at this work session.

• Review of EMS licensure renewal required by Senate Bill 215; current license expires March 31, 2026
• Formal public review of 911 service and interfacility transport providers
• City will issue a Request for Proposals for emergency medical service providers
• Discussion limited to notification; provider selection slated for a future meeting
• Questions may be directed to Fire Chief Aaron Byington

The council held a work session to discuss Emergency Medical Services modifications required by Senate Bill 215, 2025. Staff explained the city must renew its EMS license by March 31, 2026 and conduct a formal review of service providers, including issuing a request for proposals. Council was notified that an RFP will be issued and that further review and provider selection will be addressed at a future meeting. No votes or formal actions were taken.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will adopt Ordinance 25-42 to add the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code to the municipal code. It will also appoint members to the Architectural Review Committee, approve participation in the America250 celebration, and award contracts for the Bluff Drive Improvement Project, grounds maintenance, and park‑and‑ride lot maintenance. Finally, the council will consider a General Plan amendment and a Zoning Map amendment for the property at approximately 741 West 3700 South.

• Adopt Ordinance 25-42, adding the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code (required by HB 48)
• Approve Resolution R25-44 appointing members to the Architectural Review Committee
• Authorize contract award for the Bluff Drive Improvement Project
• Authorize contracts for grounds maintenance services and park‑and‑ride lot maintenance
• Consider General Plan and Zoning Map amendments for 741 West 3700 South (commercial to low‑density residential; agriculture to residential R‑2)

The council adopted Ordinance 25‑42 to add the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code to the municipal code. It approved Resolution R25‑44 appointing members to the Architectural Review Committee. It authorized the America250 logo usage agreement, adopted Resolution R25‑43 supporting America250 and approved the related memorandum of understanding. Finally, it awarded the Bluff Drive Improvement Project contract to Saunders Excavation for $1,455,968.00.

• Adopted Ordinance 25‑42 adding the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑44 appointing members to the Architectural Review Committee (all voted in favor)
• Authorized administration to execute the America250 Utah Logo Usage Agreement (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑43 supporting America250 Utah and approving the Syracuse Utah250 Community Committee (all voted in favor)
• Authorized Mayor Maughan to execute the America250 Utah Commission MOU (all voted in favor)
• Approved the Bluff Drive Improvement Project contract to Saunders Excavation for $1,455,968.00 (all voted in favor)
• Approved the grounds maintenance services contract to Franklin Sprinkler Repair, LLC (all voted in favor)
• Approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meetings (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Syracuse Planning Commission on December 2, 2025 contains only headings and references to PDF documents. No rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearing topics are detailed. Therefore, the commission has no listed decisions or discussions for this meeting.

The commission recommended and unanimously approved the Leisure Villas rezoning of 2300 W Antelope Drive to LC, the Cole West rezoning of 963 S 2000 W to A-3, a General Plan map amendment for the same parcel to low‑density residential, a plat amendment for Jordan Brady’s retail subdivision at 2052 W 1700 S, and Ivory Homes’ final plat for Legacy Park Estates Phase 6 at 1230 W 2425 W. All motions passed unanimously. No public comments were received on any of the public hearings.

• Approved Leisure Villas rezoning of 2300 W Antelope Drive to LC (unanimous)
• Approved Cole West rezoning of 963 S 2000 W to A-3 (unanimous)
• Approved General Plan map amendment for 963 S 2000 W to low‑density residential (unanimous)
• Approved Jordan Brady plat amendment for 2052 W 1700 S, 0.887 acres in GC zone (unanimous)
• Approved Ivory Homes final plat for Legacy Park Estates Phase 6 at 1230 W 2425 W, 4.42 acres in R-2 zone (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider adopting the 2003 International Wildland‑Urban Interface Code as required by Utah House Bill 48. It will also review Planning Commission recommendations to amend the General Plan and Zoning Map for the property at approximately 741 W 3700 S, changing its designation from Commercial to Low Density Residential and from Agriculture (A‑1) to Residential (R‑2). Additionally, Councilmember Savage will discuss a possible code amendment to permit statues on personal burial plots in the city cemetery.

• Proposed General Plan Map Amendment for 741 W 3700 S, changing from Commercial to Low Density Residential
• Proposed Zoning Map Amendment for 741 W 3700 S, changing from Agriculture (A‑1) to Residential (R‑2)
• Adoption of the 2003 International Wildland‑Urban Interface Code to meet HB 48 requirements
• Councilmember Savage's request to discuss allowing statues on personal burial plots in the city cemetery

The council did not vote on the proposed General Plan and Zoning Map amendments for the property at 741 W 3700 S, directing that the items be taken up at the December 9 business meeting. Council members discussed adopting the 2003 International Wildland‑Urban Interface Code but took no action. The council agreed to follow the Parks and Recreation Director’s recommendation to keep the cemetery monument height limit at 36 inches.

• Planning amendments for 741 W 3700 S to be considered at Dec 9 meeting (no vote)
• Council will maintain 36‑inch height limit for cemetery monuments (no vote)
• No action taken on adopting the Utah Wildland‑Urban Interface Code (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider certifying the results of the November 4, 2025, general election. The body will also discuss several municipal code amendments and a real estate purchase.

• Certification of November 4, 2025, General Election results
• Purchase of 2.454 acres of land at 963 South 2000 West from Gailey Trustees
• Proposed Ordinance 25-41 prohibiting mobile businesses in public rights of way
• Proposed Ordinance 25-40 allowing water bill reductions for fixed leaks
• Announcement of a December 11 public hearing for a Mosquito Abatement District tax increase

The council adopted the agenda, certified the November 4 general election results, approved minutes from two prior meetings, authorized the mayor to extend the Youth Court agreement, adopted Ordinance 25‑38 for Youth Court governance, adopted Ordinance 25‑39 to let the Public Works Director extend the secondary water season, and adopted Ordinance 25‑41 prohibiting mobile businesses in public rights of way. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (all in favor)
• Certified General Election results (all in favor)
• Approved October 14 and October 28 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Authorized Mayor Maughan to execute Youth Court agreement extension (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑38 repealing and reenacting Youth Court code (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑39 allowing Public Works Director to extend secondary water season up to two weeks (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑41 prohibiting mobile businesses in public rights of way (all in favor)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council will review its 2025-2026 season events, including The Lion King Jr. and The Wizard of Oz, and vote on the 2026 season budget and guest artist selection.

• Vote on 2026 season budget
• Review Lion King Jr. production dates
• Vote on guest artist for March concert
• Review Wizard of Oz production team letters
• Bingo Night fundraising discussion

Planning Commission

The Syracuse City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda documents provided contain no listed items, resolutions, or contracts. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

The commission unanimously approved a General Plan map amendment changing 0.668 acre at 741 W 3700 S from commercial to low‑density residential. It also unanimously approved rezoning that same parcel from A‑1 to R‑1. In addition, the commission unanimously approved final plats for the Westlake Landing subdivision (13.648 acres) and Sadie’s Glenn Phase 4 (5.048 acres). All motions passed without dissent.

• Approved General Plan map amendment to low‑density residential (0.668 acres, 741 W 3700 S) – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 741 W 3700 S from A‑1 to R‑1 – unanimous
• Approved Westlake Landing final plat, 13.648 acres in GC zone – unanimous
• Approved Sadie’s Glenn Phase 4 final plat, 5.048 acres in PRD zone – unanimous
• Adopted meeting agenda – unanimous
• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Adjourned regular meeting – unanimous
• Adjourned work session – unanimous

City Council

The council will hear the Youth Court coordinator’s annual report and discuss extending her contract for another year at the same $7,500 annual rate. Members will also consider repealing and reenacting SMC 2.10.190 to update Youth Court eligibility and volunteer rules. Additional agenda items include a ban on mobile businesses in public rights of way, a two‑week extension of the secondary water season, and making green cans an opt‑out service for new utility accounts.

• Extension of Youth Court coordinator Michelle Hicks’s contract for one year at $7,500 annually
• Proposed repeal and reenactment of SMC 2.10.190 governing Youth Court operations
• Proposed amendment to SMC 5.35.060 to prohibit mobile businesses in public rights of way
• Proposed amendment to SMC 4.25.010 to allow a two‑week extension of the secondary water season
• Councilmember Savage’s proposal to make green cans an opt‑out service for new utility accounts

The council administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Youth Court members. No public comments were received. All other agenda items were discussed but deferred to the November 18 business meeting for action.

• Administered oath of office to new Youth Court members

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will meet on Oct 23, 2025 to discuss a debrief of the October 2 public safety jamboree, review district business on monthly and quarterly emergency meetings and streaming options, consider a tentative HAM Radio course, and plan the April 26, 2025 emergency preparedness and disaster exercise. The meeting will also provide updates on action items such as jamboree plans and DPC articles. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Debrief of October 2, 2025 Syracuse Public Safety Jamboree
• District business: monthly/quarterly emergency meetings and Zoom/Google Meet streaming
• Tentative HAM Radio course planning
• Planning for Syracuse City Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Exercise (April 26, 2025)
• Action item updates: Public Safety Jamboree plans and DPC articles

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting. It then approved Greg Day's amended site plan for a strip commercial building with a drive‑thru at 1602 South 3000 West (0.58 acres in the GC zone), adding a condition to relocate the ADA parking loading area. The commission also approved Leisure Villas' request to extend the final plat for Agate Estates at 2775 West 2300 South (10.62 acres in the R‑2 zone). Both approvals passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda – unanimous
• Approved October 7 minutes – unanimous
• Approved Greg Day commercial site plan at 1602 S 3000 W (0.58 acres, GC zone) – unanimous
• Approved Leisure Villas extension of final plat at 2775 W 2300 S (10.62 acres, R-2 zone) – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings to consider amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Proposed amendment details are available for inspection at the office of the Assistant City Manager.

• Public hearing on budget amendments for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance approving the sale of real property. The meeting includes a proposal to authorize the Mayor to sign closing documents for the transaction.

• Proposed sale of real property at 3000 West and Antelope Drive to Hawkins Development, LLC

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the fiscal year budget ending June 30, 2026, and the sale of property at 3000 W Antelope Drive to Hawkins Development LLC. The meeting also includes the appointment of a City Engineer and updates to property maintenance regulations.

• Proposed Resolution R25-40 to amend the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
• Proposed Resolution R25-41 to sell real property at 3000 W Antelope Drive to Hawkins Development LLC
• Proposed Ordinance 25-36 amending property maintenance regulations (SMC Section 6.10)
• Proposed Resolution R25-39 to appoint the Syracuse City Engineer
• Authorization for Real Estate Purchase Contracts for properties at 3000 South and 2400 West

The Syracuse City Council approved the sale of three parcels totaling 7.57 acres at 3000 W Antelope Drive to Hawkins Development LLC, which plans a hotel and restaurants including Chick-fil-A. The council also adopted a budget amendment for FY 2025-26, amended property maintenance regulations, and approved several consent agenda items. All votes were unanimous except for the property maintenance ordinance, which passed 4-1.

• Approved Resolution R25-41 selling 7.57 acres at 3000 W Antelope Dr to Hawkins Development LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-40 amending FY 2025-26 budget with carryovers and revisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-36 amending property maintenance regulations (4-1, Cragun opposed)
• Approved Resolution R25-39 appointing Jeff Bonner as City Engineer (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Legal Defender agreement for Justice Court (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-37 restricting cemetery certificate sales (unanimous)
• Canceled Nov 11 and Nov 25 meetings; called special meeting Nov 18 for election canvass (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Real Estate Purchase Contracts for properties at 3000 S and 2400 W (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on October 7, 2025. The agenda includes three items to be heard at 6:00 P.M., with supporting documents available in the agenda packet.

• Public Hearing scheduled for October 7, 2025
• Three agenda items set for 6:00 P.M.
• Planning Commission Packet available for review

The commission approved a proposed third amendment to the Syracuse General Plan that adds a Water Use and Conservation Element, as required by state Senate Bills 110 and 76. The amendment was adopted unanimously. The meeting also adopted its agenda and prior minutes and then adjourned.

• Adopted October 7, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved proposed third amendment to Syracuse General Plan – Water Use and Conservation Element (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council will discuss and vote on the budget for the 2026 season. It will also review a sponsorship form, consider ideas for a bingo night fundraiser, and evaluate letters of interest for the upcoming Wizard of Oz production. A decision on the guest artist and ticket price for the March 23 concert will be made.

• 2026 Season Budget Discussion and Vote
• Review Sponsorship Form
• Bingo Night Discussion – fundraising ideas
• Letters of Interest for The Wizard of Oz
• Vote on Guest Artist and Ticket Price for March 23rd Concert

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The committee is meeting to coordinate the October 2, 2025, Public Safety Jamboree and discuss emergency preparedness resources. Members will review volunteer time slots and plan for upcoming HAM radio courses and the Great Shake Out exercise.

• Public Safety Jamboree on October 2, 2025, at Fire Station 32 (3418 South Bluff Drive)
• Tentative HAM Radio Technician Course (Oct 11 & 18) and General Course (Oct 25 & Nov 1)
• Planning for the Great Shake Out exercise
• Discussion of emergency resources including Everbridge, RDAP, and CERT
• Review of DPC article assignments for city publication

City Council

The Council will discuss and potentially adopt proposed amendments to the Syracuse Municipal Code Section 6.10 on property maintenance. It will also review the FY 2025 budget status, consider FY 2026 budget amendment proposals, and address items such as cemetery plot availability, a legal defender agreement, and public involvement initiatives.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 6.10 property maintenance regulations, including landscaping requirements and a $100 non‑compliance fee
• Discussion of FY 2025 budget status
• Discussion of proposed FY 2026 budget amendments
• Possible amendment to municipal code regarding availability of cemetery plots
• Consideration of a Legal Defender Agreement for the City Justice Court

The council reviewed proposed amendments to the property‑maintenance code, the FY 2025 budget status, FY 2026 budget amendments, and a temporary limit on cemetery plot sales. No votes were taken; each item was scheduled for further consideration at the October 14 business meeting. The council also noted the pending Legal Defender Agreement for the City Justice Court.

• Moved property‑maintenance code amendments to October 14 business meeting for vote
• Moved FY 2026 budget amendment package to October 14 business meeting for discussion and public hearing
• Moved cemetery‑plot limitation proposal to October 14 consent agenda

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will consider moving the meeting into a Closed Executive Session under Section 52-4-205 of the Open and Public Meetings Law. The closed session would allow discussion of an individual's character, professional competence, physical or mental health, pending litigation, or real‑property transactions. No other agenda items are listed.

• Consider adjourning to Closed Executive Session per Section 52-4-205 to discuss character, competence, health, litigation, or real‑property matters

Councilmember Savage moved to adjourn the meeting into a closed executive session under Section 52-4-205, and the motion was approved with all members voting aye. The session opened at 7:24 p.m., reconvened at 7:33 p.m., and Councilmember Cragun then moved to adjourn the meeting, which also passed unanimously.

• Adjourn into closed executive session – approved (all aye)
• Adjourn the meeting – approved (all aye)

City Council

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes several items. The primary item is Ordinance 25‑35, which changes the zoning of the property at approximately 2402 W. 2700 S. from Agriculture (A‑1) to Residential (R‑2) for applicant David Bennett. The agenda also contains Resolution 25‑37 to add a Juneteenth holiday to the personnel policies, Resolution 25‑38 to adjust the Heritage Days celebration schedule, and Ordinance 25‑36 to amend property‑maintenance regulations in Section 6.10 of the municipal code.

• Ordinance 25‑35: rezoning 2402 W. 2700 S. from A‑1 (Agriculture) to R‑2 (Residential) – applicant David Bennett
• Resolution 25‑37: amendment to personnel policies to observe Juneteenth holiday
• Resolution 25‑38: adjustment of the annual schedule for Syracuse City Heritage Days
• Ordinance 25‑36: amendment to municipal code Section 6.10 regarding property‑maintenance regulations

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the August meetings. It then approved three consent‑agenda items: a rezoning of 2402 W. 2700 S. from agricultural to residential, an amendment to observe Juneteenth on the same day as the Utah state holiday, and a new fixed schedule for the annual Heritage Days celebration. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted agenda (4‑0)
• Approved August 12 and August 26 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑35 rezoning to R‑2 (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution R25‑37 to observe Juneteenth per Utah schedule (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution R25‑38 setting Heritage Days to the second‑to‑last weekend of June (4‑0)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will meet to approve budget expenditures since August 6, 2025, and discuss the budget for the 2026 season. The council will also review upcoming events for the 2025-2026 season, including theater productions and fundraisers.

• Approval of budget expenditures since Aug. 6, 2025
• 2026 Season Budget Discussion
• Jazz Band event on Sept. 10, 2025
• Bingo fundraiser on Sept. 17, 2025
• The Lion King Jr. production Nov. 6-8, 2025

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission’s September 2, 2025 meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items, ordinances, or public hearings listed.

The commission unanimously approved an amended site plan for Heather Llewelyn’s 0.58‑acre lot in the Antelope Station subdivision. It also unanimously approved the final plat for RC Parkwest Phase 3, a development of eight lots on 1.654 acres, subject to outstanding questions being resolved. Both motions passed without opposition.

• Approved amended site plan for Heather Llewelyn, Lot 3A Antelope Station (0.58 acres, GC zone) – unanimous
• Commissioner Kelly Nielson recused from discussion and vote on the Antelope Station site plan
• Approved final plat for RC Parkwest Phase 3 at 1693 W 2700 S (8 lots, 1.654 acres) – unanimous, conditional on outstanding questions being addressed
• Adopted the August 19, 2025 agenda – unanimous
• Approved minutes for the July 15, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Adjourned the regular meeting and proceeded to work session – unanimous
• Adjourned the work session – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will review a recommendation to rezone a 0.262-acre parcel from Agriculture to Residential. The body will also discuss city land leasing policies, employee recruitment, and infrastructure project priorities.

• Proposed zone change for 2402 W. 2700 S. from Agriculture (A-1) to Residential (R-2)
• Annual update on the UTOPIA Fiber project
• Review of city land and rental/lease policies, including a proposed fee increase for park concessionaires to $1,000 per month
• Discussion on reprioritizing 3000 West culinary and secondary waterline projects in the Capital Improvement Plan
• First reading of Code Enforcement policies regarding business landscaping

The council discussed leasing city land to commercial entities and a mobile food operation at the museum parking lot. Council members expressed safety and cost concerns, and the mayor concluded there was insufficient support to move forward. Both lease proposals were therefore declined. The zoning change application for 2402 W. 2700 S. was sent to the September 9 business meeting for future consideration.

• Lease of city land to commercial entities – not approved (no vote recorded)
• Lease of museum parking lot to Witches Brew Coffee Co. – not approved (no vote recorded)
• Zoning change application for 2402 W. 2700 S. – forwarded to September 9 meeting for consideration

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will convene a special business meeting immediately after the work session. The only substantive item is a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters, pending litigation, or real-property transactions under state open-meetings rules.

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session, then later voted unanimously to adjourn the special meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned into closed executive session (all voted aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting includes a public hearing, but no further details are provided in the text.

• Public hearing

The commission approved six planning actions, all by unanimous vote. These included a preliminary plat for Westlake Landing, a site plan for Take 5, a minor subdivision with a required city‑council zoning change, a recommendation for a zoning amendment, a conditional‑use permit for Dyslexia Reading Results, and the final plat for Salt Rock Phase 1. Each approval was conditional on staff comments or required city‑council action where noted.

• Approved Westlake Landing preliminary plat (2200 W 700 S) with condition to address all staff comments – unanimous
• Approved Take 5 site plan (3062 W 1700 S) conditional on adding bicycle parking – unanimous
• Approved David Bennett minor subdivision with condition that City Council approve related zoning change – unanimous
• Recommended City Council approve A‑1 to R‑2 zoning amendment (2403 W 2700 S) – unanimous
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Dyslexia Reading Results (3594 W 2050 S) – unanimous
• Approved final plat for Salt Rock Phase 1 (1744 W Ross Rd) – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing Alex Davis as Police Chief following the retirement of Garret Atkin. The body will also discuss zoning changes, fee schedule updates, and a Park-N-Ride agreement with UDOT.

• Resolution R25-34: Appointing Alex Davis as Police Chief
• Ordinances 25-31 and 25-32: Rezoning 1.882 acres at 3400 W. 1700 S. from residential to commercial
• Resolution R25-35: Public hearing on updating the Consolidated Fee Schedule for 'working without a permit' violations
• Resolution R25-37: Adopting a Park-N-Ride Agreement with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)
• Resolution R25-36: Affirming compliance with the Utah Lemonade Stand Law

The council unanimously appointed Alex Davis as the new Police Chief. It also approved the amendment of the General Plan and the Zoning Map for about 1.882 acres at 3400 W. 1700 S., changing the land from medium‑density residential to General Commercial. The council approved the minutes from the July meetings with a unanimous vote.

• Appointed Alex Davis as Police Chief (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑31 amending the General Plan for 1.882 acres at 3400 W. 1700 S. to Commercial (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑32 amending the Zoning Map for the same 1.882 acres to General Commercial (all voted in favor)
• Approved July 8 and July 22, 2025 council minutes (all voted in favor)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will discuss and vote on board seats and officers for the 2025-2026 term. The council will also vote on the producer, director, and location for the production of The Lion King Jr.

• Vote on board seats and officers for 2025-2026 term
• Vote on producer, director, and location for The Lion King Jr.
• Approval of budget expenditures since May 7, 2025
• Update on 501(c)(3) status
• Planning for 2025-2026 season including Jazz Band (Sept. 10) and The Wizard of Oz (July 2026)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, has been canceled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council and Redevelopment Agency will hold a joint work session to discuss several planning and policy items. Key topics include a proposed General Plan amendment and zone change for about 1.88 acres at 3400 W 1700 S from medium density residential to commercial, a review of city land rental and lease policies, and a request to lease city property for a mobile food operation. The council will also discuss UDOT-related parking enforcement amendments, permit fees for unpermitted work, business landscaping code enforcement, FY 2026 budget amendments, and potential RDA funding for widening 1000 West near Antelope Drive.

• Rezone and General Plan amendment for 1.882 acres at 3400 W 1700 S from R-1 to GC (commercial), recommended 4-1 by Planning Commission
• Review of city land lease policies, including three existing vendor leases with net monthly costs to city (e.g., $785 at Bluff Ridge Park, $2,800 at Founder's Park)
• Proposal to lease city property for a mobile food operation by Amanda and Michael Hildebrand
• Discussion of imposing a fee for work performed without a permit
• Consideration of RDA funding to widen 1000 West near Antelope Drive

The City Council reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to rezone 3400 W. 1700 S. from R‑1 to General Commercial and amend the General Plan. Council members said they were comfortable with the proposal and will place it on the consent agenda at the August business meeting. The Council also discussed City land lease policies, expressed support for a protective zone around the splash pad, and directed staff to draft an ordinance and gather market‑rate lease data for the August meeting.

• Rezone 3400 W. 1700 S. from R‑1 to General Commercial and amend General Plan – moved to consent agenda for August business meeting
• Staff to prepare ordinance establishing protective zone around splash pad – to be considered at August 12 business meeting
• Staff to compile market‑rate pricing information for current City land leases – to be presented at August work session

City Council

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss confidential matters. After the session, the council unanimously voted to adjourn the special meeting. No policy or substantive matters were decided.

• Motion to enter closed executive session approved (all voted aye)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved (all voted in favor)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Disaster Preparedness Committee will discuss logistics for the Public Safety Jamboree and the Great Shake Out exercise. Members will also review committee responsibilities and the schedule for disaster preparedness articles.

• Planning for October 2 Public Safety Jamboree at Fire Station 31 (1869 S. 3000 W.)
• Planning for Great Shake Out exercise, including public announcements and communication plans
• Discussion of monthly and quarterly emergency preparedness meetings
• Review of committee responsibilities regarding RDAP, CERT, and emergency power
• Review of the 2025 article assignment schedule for district topics

Planning Commission

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a plat amendment for the Heritage Lane Commercial Plaza (0.4 acre in the MXD zone). It also approved the final plat for Sadie’s Glenn Phase 3 (approximately 3.5 acres, 18 lots) and the final plat for The Greens at Glen Eagle (approximately 4.19 acres, 12 lots). All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Heritage Lane Commercial Plaza plat amendment (0.4 acre, MXD zone) – unanimous
• Approved final plat for Sadie’s Glenn Phase 3 (≈3.5 acres, 18 lots, PRD zone) – unanimous
• Approved final plat for The Greens at Glen Eagle (≈4.19 acres, 12 lots, R‑2 zone) – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider a proposed resolution. This resolution would update and amend the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule.

• Public hearing on Proposed Resolution to update the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and hold a public hearing on updating the consolidated fee schedule. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the purchase of two properties.

• Proposed Ordinance 25-30 amending municipal code for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Public hearing for Resolution R25-31 to change noise, park, trail, and permit violation fees
• Authorization to purchase two properties at approximately 500 West 3700 South
• Contract awards for Antelope Drive Trail Phase One and Syracuse Reservoir West Branch Gravity Irrigation Supply
• Contract for the design of a roundabout at approximately 3000 West 1900 South

The council approved the minutes from the June 10, June 24, and June 30 meetings. It awarded a two‑year municipal electric contract to VK Electric, Inc., and a design contract for the 3000 West roundabout to Blu Line and Demiurge LLC. The council also adopted a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign an interlocal agreement for the North Davis Metro SWAT Team, appointed Kelly Nielson to the Planning Commission, amended the ADU sections of the municipal code, and set new sliding fines for noise, park, and unpermitted work violations.

• Approved June 10, June 24, and June 30 meeting minutes (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Awarded municipal electric contract to VK Electric, Inc. (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Awarded roundabout design contract to Blu Line and Demiurge LLC (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑29 authorizing mayor to execute interlocal SWAT agreement (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑30 appointing Kelly Nielson to Planning Commission (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑30 amending ADU code sections (ALL VOTED IN FAVOR)
• Adopted new fee schedule for noise, park, and permit violations (vote not recorded in minutes)

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 P.M.

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the site plan for a Church of Jesus Christ expansion at approximately 535 W 2700 S. It also voted 4‑1 to recommend that City Council approve a General Plan map and zoning amendment changing 1.58 acres at approximately 3400 W 1700 S from R‑1 to General Commercial. Both motions were adopted.

• Approved church expansion site plan at 535 W 2700 S (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve General Plan map/zoning amendment (R‑1 to GC) for 1.58 acres at 3400 W 1700 S (vote 4‑1)
• Elected James King as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Neil Garner as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted July 1, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for June 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposed amendments to the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), specifically focusing on minimum lot sizes in the RPC zone and parking requirements. The body will also discuss several agreements with UDOT and various municipal contracts.

• Proposed amendments to ADU rules in Sections 10.82.030 and 10.30.020
• Proposed Cooperative Agreements with UDOT for West Davis Corridor park and ride lots, trails, and landscaping
• Proposal to award municipal electric work contract to V.K. Electric, Inc.
• Review of RFP responses for a roundabout design at 3000 West 1900 South
• Proposed fee schedule changes for noise ordinance and park and trail violations

The council agreed to change city leasing policies to allow annual leases, raise rental fees to market rates, and identify specific city areas where leases may be permitted. No vote count was recorded. Staff will draft the policy changes for review at the July 22 work session.

• Council approved allowing annual leases for city land, increasing fees to market rate, and identifying lease-eligible areas (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission

The agenda provided is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 P.M.

The commission approved the Jones Lots minor subdivision in the R‑2 zone, the Syracuse Costco subdivision covering 32.188 acres in the GC zone, and the final plat for Banbury Townhomes Phase 1. It also recommended that the City Council adopt proposed revisions to ADU regulations. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Jones Lots Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Syracuse Costco Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Banbury Townhomes Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve ADU ordinance revisions (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse Municipal Building Authority (MBA) will adopt its annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 during a public hearing. The MBA, a separate legal entity from the city council, is required by Utah state law to approve an annual budget. The proposed budget includes bond payments, interest, and fees, with no changes since the tentative budget was approved on May 13, 2025.

• Adoption of FY2025-2026 MBA budget via Resolution MBA25-01
• Bond principal payments budgeted at $1,296,000
• Bond interest payments budgeted at $635,100
• Bond fees budgeted at $5,010
• Public hearing scheduled for 5 minutes

The special meeting was called to order and the agenda was adopted. A public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 budget received no comments and was closed. Trustee Robertson moved to adopt resolution MBA24‑01 for the FY 2024‑2025 budget, Trustee Cragun seconded, and all trustees voted aye. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted FY 2024‑2025 budget resolution MBA24‑01 (all voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and amend the Consolidated Fee Schedule. The body will also consider zoning changes and award contracts for road widening and aesthetics projects.

• Public hearing for FY 2025-2026 Final Budget and Davis County certified tax rate
• Public hearing for adjustments to the Consolidated Fee Schedule
• Zoning change for 2550 W. 700 S. from Residential (R-1) to Agricultural (A-1)
• Zoning change for 3000 W. 1200 S. from Agriculture (A-1) to Residential (R-2)
• Contract awards for 500 West Phase 2 widening and West Davis Corridor Aesthetics Improvements

The council approved the minutes from the May 13 and May 27 meetings. It adopted resolutions authorizing the 700 South road widening interlocal agreement, amending the city signature and contract routing policy, and appointing Blake Baker and Jace Burk to the Planning Commission. The council also adopted a resolution amending the FY 2024‑2025 budget. Finally, the council adopted the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget as the final budget and accepted Davis County’s certified tax rate, passing 3‑1.

• Approved May 13 and May 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-21 authorizing Mayor to execute interlocal agreement for 700 South road widening (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-22 amending the City Signature and Contract Routing Policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Blake Baker and Jace Burk to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-25 amending the FY 2024‑2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-24 adopting the FY 2025‑2026 budget and accepting the certified tax rate (3‑1)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding compensation increases for executive officers for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• Public hearing on compensation increases for executive officers (FY ending June 30, 2025)

City Council

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency (RDA) will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt the annual budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The proposed budget covers several areas including the town center, 750 West, and the SR-193 EDA.

• Proposed Resolution RDA 25-01 to adopt the FY 2025-2026 annual budget
• $400,000 allocated for Town Center Parking Lot Improvements
• $966,000 for repayment to financers regarding Ninigret
• $60,000 for Antelope Business Park rent incentive tenant outreach
• $30,000 for miscellaneous tenant outreach

The agency held a public hearing on Resolution RDA 25‑01 to adopt the fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget. No members of the public spoke, and the hearing was closed. Boardmember Watson moved to adopt the resolution, Robertson seconded, and all voting members approved it. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted FY 2025‑26 budget resolution RDA 25‑01 (unanimous approval)

City Council

The City Council, Redevelopment Agency (RDA), and Municipal Building Authority (MBA) will hold a public hearing to consider proposed budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Residents may inspect the proposed budgets at the office of the Syracuse City Assistant City Manager.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed budgets

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings to consider amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 budget amendments

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider a proposed resolution. This resolution would update and amend the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule.

• Public hearing on Proposed Resolution to update the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule

Planning Commission

The commission adopted the June 3 agenda and approved the May 20 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It approved the final plat for Sadie's Glenn Phase 5A in the PRD zone with a unanimous vote. The commission tabled discussion of the Jones Lots final plat pending a public hearing, also unanimously. Both the regular meeting and the subsequent work session were adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted June 3 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Sadie's Glenn Phase 5A (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Jones Lots final plat (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting and proceeded to work session (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will review recommendations from the Planning Commission on multiple zoning changes, including a rezone request for 19.7 acres at 3000 W 1200 S from agriculture to residential, and proposed amendments to allow agritourism uses in the A-1 zone. The council will also discuss budget amendments, interlocal agreements, and UDOT-related items.

• Rezone 3000 W 1200 S from A-1 to R-2 for residential subdivision (Perry Homes)
• Amend A-1 zone to add agritourism as a conditional use (e.g., corn mazes, farmers markets)
• Interlocal agreement with West Point City for 700 South road reconstruction ($3.2M)
• Proposed amendments to Syracuse Municipal Code Section 10.20.065 for pre-application consultation fees
• Proposed amendments to Syracuse City Budget for FY 2025 and FY 2026

The council received a report on a mock disaster drill and reviewed three planning items. The rezoning request for 3000 W 1200 S. was recommended for approval, but the council deferred action to the next business meeting. The proposed amendment to add agritourism as a conditional use was sent back to staff for revision. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It notes that public hearings are scheduled for this date.

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the May 6 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It held a public hearing on a draft amendment to add agritourism as a major conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural Zone and unanimously recommended City Council approve the amendment. The meeting and subsequent work session were adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted May 20 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve draft amendment to add agritourism (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting the tentative fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and scheduling a public hearing on June 10 for final adoption. The agenda also includes proposed zone changes for properties at 2000 W. 2700 S. and 3015 S. 2000 W., as well as continued discussion of a previously approved contract for the West Davis Corridor Aesthetic Improvements Project. Consent items cover interlocal agreements for election services and dispatch services for the coming fiscal year.

• Accept tentative FY2025-2026 budget and set public hearing for June 10, 2025
• Proposed Ordinance 25-23: zone change for 2000 W. 2700 S. from R-1 to R-3 (Chazco Holdings)
• Proposed Ordinance 25-24: zone change and preliminary plat for 3015 S. 2000 W. to Planned Residential Development (Cole West Development)
• Consent item: Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Dispatch Services between Davis County and Syracuse City for FY2025-2026
• Continued discussion of proposed contract for West Davis Corridor Aesthetic Improvements Project

The council adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from prior meetings, each with unanimous support. It authorized the city to execute an interlocal cooperation agreement with Davis County for municipal election services and approved the designated polling location for the 2025 election, both unanimously. The council also authorized an interlocal agreement for dispatch services for FY 2025‑2026, again with all votes in favor. Finally, the council adopted Ordinance 25‑21, changing the zoning of 2800 S. 1400 W. from A‑1 (agriculture) to R‑2 (residential) with unanimous approval.

• Adopt agenda (all voted in favor)
• Approve prior meeting minutes (all voted in favor)
• Authorize interlocal agreement for municipal election services (all voted in favor)
• Approve polling locations for 2025 municipal election (all voted in favor)
• Authorize interlocal agreement for dispatch services FY 2025‑2026 (all voted in favor)
• Adopt Ordinance 25‑21 rezoning 2800 S. 1400 W. to R‑2 (all voted in favor)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes and budget expenditures since April 2, and discuss upcoming 2024-2025 season events including an Orchestra concert (June 6), Jazz Band for Heritage Days (June 28), Junior Theatre, and The Addams Family theatre performance (July 17-21). They will also consider fundraisers (bingo nights), an update to the Articles of Incorporation, and policies for renting costume and set pieces.

• Approve budget expenditures since April 2, 2025
• Discussion of upcoming events: Orchestra (June 6, Celebration of Faith), Jazz Band (June 28, Syracuse Heritage Days), Jr. Theatre, Addams Family theatre (July 17-21)
• Fundraisers: bingo nights on June 25? and October 22?
• Update to Articles of Incorporation
• Rental of costume and set pieces

Planning Commission

The agenda provided contains only timestamps and references to external documents. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

The commission held a public hearing on Perry Homes' request to rezone about 19.7 acres at 3000 W, 1200 S. Commissioners moved unanimously to recommend City Council approve changing the zoning from A‑1 to R‑2. The meeting then adjourned to a work session.

• Adopted May 6, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 regular meeting and work session (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning of ~19.7 acres from A‑1 to R‑2 (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting and proceeded to work session (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to review preparations for the April 26, 2025 citywide disaster exercise, including route counting, volunteer coordination, and a communications plan. The committee will also discuss team roles, an exercise debriefing, and council presentation dates.

• April 26, 2025 Disaster Preparedness Exercise — RDAP run district routes, count buildings, and track participation
• Communications Plan for disaster preparedness and the exercise (presented by Micah Redmond)
• Exercise debriefing location at EOC from 10:00–10:30 a.m.
• Discussion of DPC team roles, responsibilities, and focus areas
• Magazine article schedule includes June exercise recap (Chris Larson) and May EverBridge article (Micah Redmond)

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including property tax rates and police department staffing. The body will also consider several zoning changes and a General Plan amendment for residential and commercial developments.

• Zone change request for 2800 S. 1400 W. from Agriculture (A-1) to Residential (R-2) for 7-8 homes
• General Plan amendment and zone change for 2000 W. 2700 S. for a commercial center and 29-lot subdivision
• Zone change request for 2550 W. 700 S. from Residential (R-1) to Agricultural (A-1)
• Review of proposed Dispatch Services Agreement for Fiscal Year 2026
• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 budget, property tax rates, and police department open positions

The Syracuse City Council convened a work session on April 22, 2025, receiving public comments and reports from the City Victim Advocate and Davis County Communities that Care. Council members reviewed zoning applications and several policy proposals, but no votes or formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. Consequently, the meeting resulted in discussion only, with no substantive decisions made.

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. A public hearing is scheduled, but no further details are provided in the text.

• Public hearing scheduled for April 15, 2025

The commission unanimously approved a commercial site plan at 1604 S 3000 W. It also unanimously recommended City Council approve a General Plan map amendment and a rezoning of approximately 28.5 acres at 2700 S 2000 W from R‑1 to General Commercial and R‑3. All motions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved commercial site plan at 1604 S 3000 W (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve General Plan map amendment for 28.5 acres at 2700 S 2000 W (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning of parcels at 2700 S 2000 W from R‑1 to GC and R‑3 (unanimous)
• Adopted the April 15, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 1, 2025 regular meeting and work session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the work session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing three budget scenarios for the July 2025-June 2026 fiscal year to balance service demands with revenue. Options include a 'No Tax Increase' draft with significant cuts and a 'No New Positions' draft that would require a 38% tax increase. The body will also discuss changes to employee recruitment and retention policies.

• Proposed $3.7 million funding gap in general budget requests
• Potential 61% tax increase to fully fund all department requests
• Proposed $694,197 savings via changes to Recruitment and Retention Policy
• Application for SAFER grant to fund 9 firefighter positions ($1,092,000/year)
• Review of five-year plans for Parks, IT, Roads, and Capital Projects

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will consider a development agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation, multiple zoning map amendments (including 1.7 acres at 3281 W. 700 S. from A-1 to R-3 and 1.5 acres near 2950 S. 3000 W. from RPC to A-1), and a contract for the West Davis Corridor aesthetic improvements. The consent agenda includes resolutions for an interlocal agreement with Davis County for building inspections, a temporary free speech zone at Canterbury North Park, and ordinances amending solid waste hardship waivers, fireworks regulation, and establishing rules for the Happy Tails Dog Park. The council also will consider amendments to PRD zone regulations and a rewrite of cemetery regulations.

• Development agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation
• Zoning map amendment for 1.7 acres at 3281 W. 700 S. from A-1 to R-3 (applicant Landon Costley)
• Zoning map amendment for 1.5 acres at 2950 S. 3000 W. from RPC to A-1 (Shoreline Development Phase 5a)
• Contract award for West Davis Corridor Aesthetic Improvements project
• Resolution establishing temporary 'Free Speech Zone' at Canterbury North Park

The Syracuse City Council adopted the agenda and approved several consent items unanimously, including an interlocal agreement with Davis County for third‑party building inspections, a temporary free‑speech zone at Canterbury North Park, and amendments to the municipal code for waste‑waiver, fireworks, and the new Happy Tails Dog Park. The council also voted 4‑1 to authorize execution of the proposed development agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation. No vote outcome was recorded for the West Davis Corridor aesthetic‑improvements contract award.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-17 authorizing interlocal agreement with Davis County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-18 establishing temporary free‑speech zone at Canterbury North Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-14 amending hardship‑waiver provisions for solid, green, and recyclable waste (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-15 amending fireworks regulation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-16 creating Happy Tails Dog Park leash‑free area (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of Costco development agreement (4‑1 in favor, Carver opposed)
• West Davis Corridor aesthetic‑improvements contract award presented; no vote recorded

City Council

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency will consider authorizing an interlocal tax sharing agreement with Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1 to fund up to $6.32 million in public improvements using property tax increment over 25 years (up to $15 million). The board will also consider a request from Perry Commercial to amend the tax increment rebate agreement for the EOS gym facility.

• Consideration of Interlocal Tax Sharing Agreement with Gateway PID No. 1 (up to $15M tax increment, 25-year Payment Period)
• Authorize use of tax increment to finance Eligible Public Improvements (roads, sewer, right-of-way) capped at $6,320,132
• Request from Matthew Swain of Perry Commercial to amend the 'First Amendment to Agreement for Tax Increment Rebate' for the EOS gym facility
• Staff report notes PID's counsel is still reviewing highlighted areas of the draft agreement before the vote

The board adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved the execution of the Interlocal Tax Sharing Agreement between the Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency and Gateway Public Infrastructure District No. 1 by a 4‑1 vote. It denied Matthew Swain’s request to amend the tax‑increment rebate agreement for the EOS gym facility by a unanimous vote.

• Adopt agenda – approved unanimously (all voted in favor)
• Authorize execution of Interlocal Tax Sharing Agreement with Gateway PID No. 1 – approved 4‑1 (all in favor except Carver opposed)
• Deny request to amend the First Amendment to Agreement for Tax Increment Rebate for EOS gym facility – approved unanimously (all voted in favor)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will discuss and schedule the 2024-2025 upcoming season events, including an Orchestra concert on June 6, 2025, a Jazz Band performance for Heritage Days on June 27, and the Jr. Theatre production of Addams Family from July 17-21. They will also receive updates on Bingo night fundraisers, Articles of Incorporation, and the pit cover. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda, minutes from March 5, 2025, and approval of budget expenditures.

• Orchestra Religious Music Concert scheduled for June 6, 2025
• Jr. Theatre production of Addams Family from July 17-21, 2025
• Bingo night fundraisers proposed for June 25 and October 22, 2025
• Articles of Incorporation update
• Pit Cover update

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission will hold a meeting on April 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a public hearing notice and an information packet, but no specific topics, rezonings, or ordinances are described in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Public hearing notice included; topic not specified.
• Meeting scheduled for 6:00 PM.
• Agenda references planning commission meeting and information packet PDFs.

The commission adopted the agenda unanimously and approved the March 18 minutes with one abstention. No motions were recorded to approve, deny, or table the Costco site‑plan application, so no substantive planning decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 18 minutes (1 abstain)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the Syracuse City Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Exercise scheduled for April 26, 2025. Discussions will include district route counts, communications plans, and team roles and responsibilities.

• Planning for April 26, 2025 Disaster Preparedness Exercise
• Review of RDAP Run District Routes building counts
• Communications Plan for Disaster Preparedness presented by Micah Redmond
• Discussion of DPC Team roles and responsibilities
• Scheduling of Disaster Exercise results presentation to City Council

The Disaster Preparedness Committee approved the prior meeting minutes and discussed logistics for the April 26 emergency exercise. Action items were assigned to disperse Red Envelopes and to use EOC radio frequency 439.400 MHz, contacting Dan Merkling. The committee proposed holding its next meeting on April 24, 2025, and then adjourned.

• Approved prior meeting minutes
• Proposed next meeting for April 24, 2025
• Assigned action to disperse Red Envelopes to area members
• Assigned action to set EOC radio frequency to 439.400 MHz and contact Dan Merkling
• Motion of adjournment adopted

City Council

The council will review Planning Commission recommendations for two rezoning requests—a 1.7-acre parcel at 3281 W 700 S to R-3 and the 26.9-acre Saltrock PRD at 3015 S 2000 W—and discuss amendments to allow ADUs in PRD zones. They will also consider proposed ordinances on fireworks, dog park fees, and cemetery regulations, plus a resolution for a temporary free speech zone at Canterbury North Park.

• Rezone 3281 W 700 S from A-1 to R-3 (applicant Landon Costley)
• Rezone and preliminary plan for 26.9-acre Saltrock PRD at 3015 S 2000 W (applicant Cole West Development)
• Text amendment to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Planned Residential Zone (PRD)
• Proposed ordinance regulating fireworks (Syracuse Municipal Code Title 7, Chapter 25)
• Discussion of temporary free speech zone at Canterbury North Park

The March 25 work session received public comments and reviewed several Planning Commission recommendations, including rezoning applications for 3281 W. 700 S. and 3015 S. 2000 W., and various ordinance proposals. The council did not vote on any items, instead referring the rezoning recommendation for 3281 W. 700 S. to the April 8 business meeting for future action. No approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

Planning Commission

The agenda for this Planning Commission meeting lists only a public hearing and document references, with no substantive items described. All items appear to be procedural or placeholder information.

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended City Council approval of a zoning amendment for approximately 2.5 acres at 2800 S 1400 W, changing it from A-1 to R-2 for single-family homes. It also unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a home daycare at 2397 S 500 W, with the condition that the front yard fence be brought into code compliance on a timetable set with the code enforcement officer. The meeting adjourned at 6:22 PM, followed by a work session with no votes.

• Recommended City Council approval of rezone from A-1 to R-2 at ~2800 S 1400 W (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for home daycare at 2397 S 500 W, conditioned on fence compliance (unanimous)
• Adopted March 18, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2025 regular meeting and work session minutes (unanimous)

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 public may attend in person or via Zoom and will have an opportunity to comment. Information on the proposed amendments is available for inspection at the city office. The agenda contains only this single procedural item.

• Public hearing to consider amendments to the FY ending June 30, 2025 budget

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing on March 11, 2025, to consider a proposed resolution that updates and amends the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule. The public may attend in person or via Zoom and comment on the proposed changes.

• Public hearing on proposed Resolution updating and amending the consolidated Syracuse City Fee Schedule

City Council

The City Council will hold a presentation and public input session on the curbside recycling program, after adopting a recycling ordinance last month, and may reconsider Ordinance 25-02. Public hearings are scheduled on a budget adjustment for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and an update to the city's consolidated fee schedule. Other items include rezonings for commercial and agricultural land, a new light commercial zone, and contract awards for snow removal reimbursement, garbage hauling, and several infrastructure projects.

• Potential reconsideration of Ordinance 25-02 (curbside recycling) following public input
• Rezoning 0.991 acres at 2191 W. 1700 S. from Agricultural (A-1) to General Commercial (GC)
• Rezoning 5.266 acres at 2550 W. 700 S. from Residential (R-1) to Agricultural (A-1)
• Public hearing on FY 2025 budget adjustment (Resolution R25-14)
• Public hearing on updated fee schedule (Resolution R25-15) and award of contracts for Secondary Metering Project #3, Pump Station Expansion, and Regional Park Phase #1

The Syracuse City Council voted 3-2 against reconsidering Ordinance 25-02, which established a mandatory curbside recycling program, so the program stands. The Council then approved a contract amendment with Robinson Waste Services to add recycling as a bundled service with a $4 monthly fee per customer, and approved a 3% cost-of-living increase to garbage rates. The Council also approved a $10.59 million contract for Regional Park Phase 1, adopted a new Light Commercial zone, and tabled a rezoning request for an agricultural property.

• Motion to reconsider Ordinance 25-02 (mandatory recycling) failed (2-3)
• Approved Resolution R25-12: Robinson Waste contract amendment adding bundled recycling and 3% CPI increase (4-1)
• Approved Resolution R25-14: FY2025 budget adjustments including $11.5M for Regional Park Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-15: Consolidated Fee Schedule updates, including $4 recycling fee and garbage rate increases (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-12: Created LC Light Commercial Zone (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-10: Rezoned 2191 W. 1700 S. from A-1 to Light Commercial (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 25-11: Rezone of 2550 W. 700 S. from R-1 to A-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-13: Established Agriculture Protection Area at 1184 S. 2500 W. to 2550 W. 700 S. (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will adopt the agenda, approve February minutes, and review budget expenditures since the last meeting. They will hear public comment and discuss upcoming 2024-2025 season events, including orchestra, jazz band, theatre, and fundraiser bingo nights. Updates on the 501c3 status, articles of incorporation, and publicity will also be covered.

• Approve budget expenditures since February 5, 2025
• Discuss Orchestra concert March 10: 'Music Mosaic'
• Review June 27 Jazz Band performance at Syracuse Heritage Days
• Plan July 17-21 theatre production of 'Addams Family'
• Update on 501c3 and Articles of Incorporation

Planning Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting includes a public hearing, but the specific topics are not detailed in the provided text.

The Syracuse Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended City Council approval for three rezones: a 26.92-acre rezone to PRD for the Saltrock subdivision, removal of a 1.4-acre lot from the Shoreline development agreement with rezone to A-1, and a 1.7-acre rezone from R-1 to R-3 at 3281 W 700 S. They also approved a revised site plan for Pacific Steel's office expansion. The work session previewed future agenda items including a COSTCO site plan.

• Approved revised site plan for Pacific Steel expansion at 404 S 1080 W (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of Saltrock subdivision rezone to PRD at 3015 S 2000 W (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval to remove 1.4-acre lot from Shoreline development agreement and rezone to A-1 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of rezone from R-1 to R-3 at 3281 W 700 S (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda and approved February 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee held a discussion-only review of the Costco site plan, covering design elements like entrances, materials, lighting, and landscaping. No formal approval or denial was recorded; the item was not voted on. The committee raised concerns about pedestrian access, dumpster enclosures, lighting impacts, and parking for Fremont Park events, with staff to explore parking options.

• Discussed Costco site plan elements; no vote taken
• Committee accepted trash compactors if fully enclosed
• Staff to explore parking options for Fremont Park events

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will meet to plan the April 26, 2025 citywide disaster exercise, including running district routes, defining success metrics, and inviting district representatives. The committee will also review a communications plan for disaster preparedness and discuss contacting CERT leaders for a needs assessment.

• Review and planning for the April 26, 2025 Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Exercise, including route runs and metric definition
• Discussion of a Communications Plan for disaster preparedness and the exercise
• CERT district leaders will be contacted to perform a needs/interest assessment
• March 2025 social media article topic to be determined by Scott Bohn and Micah Redmond
• Next DPC meeting scheduled for March 27, 2025

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed logistics for the April 26, 2025 emergency preparedness exercise, including distributing information to area representatives and locating RDAP kits. The committee also reviewed CERT flyer distribution, Everbridge QR codes, and the Great ShakeOut. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 27, 2025
• Adjourned at 8:10 pm

City Council

The City Council and Redevelopment Agency hold a joint work session to discuss multiple items, notably a draft development agreement with Costco for a 32-acre commercial project, including up to $2.3 million in infrastructure reimbursements and a $15 million tax-sharing arrangement. The session also covers zone changes, solid waste contract, budget amendments, fee schedule updates, and UDOT agreements. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion and review meeting.

• Draft Development Agreement with Costco: City to reimburse up to $1,093,935 for stormwater/sewer, $1,100,000 for roundabout, and $122,000 for trail improvements.
• Interlocal Tax Sharing Agreement: Gateway PID/CRA to reimburse Costco up to $15M from tax increment for public infrastructure.
• Zone change at 2191 W. 1700 S. from Agricultural (A-1) to General Commercial (GC) for Wright Development Group.
• Zone change at 2550 W. 700 S. from Residential (R-1) to Agricultural (A-1) and establishment of an Agriculture Protection Area (applicant Jacob Briggs).
• Discussions on solid waste contract with Robinson Waste, proposed budget amendments, fee schedule changes, and a Transportation Utility Fee Study.

The Syracuse City Council held a work session to discuss multiple items, including a draft development agreement with Costco, rezoning requests, a new recycling program with a proposed $4 monthly fee, and budget amendments. No formal votes were taken; all items are scheduled for action at the March 11 business meeting. The council showed support for most proposals, including the recycling fee and rezoning, but did not reach consensus on a drone show for Heritage Days.

• Reviewed draft Costco development agreement; staff to continue negotiations
• Discussed rezoning at 2191 W. 1700 S. from A-1 to GC; vote scheduled March 11
• Discussed rezoning at 2550 W. 700 S. from R-1 to A-1; vote scheduled March 11
• Discussed Agriculture Protection Area for 53.658 acres; vote scheduled March 11
• Discussed creation of Light Commercial Zone; action scheduled March 11
• Discussed recycling program with $4 monthly fee; action scheduled March 11
• Discussed budget amendments including $11.5M regional park; action scheduled March 11
• Discussed fee schedule changes including CPI increase; action scheduled March 11

Planning Commission

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 P.M.

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Sunny Days Preschool at 3181 S 1275 W and a preliminary plat for The Greens at Glen Eagle, a 12-lot subdivision at 3800 W 1320 S. The commission also recommended the City Council approve a new Light Commercial zone with three amendments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved conditional use permit for Sunny Days Preschool at 3181 S 1275 W (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Greens at Glen Eagle, 12-lot subdivision at 3800 W 1320 S (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of Light Commercial zone with amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing on February 11, 2025, to consider amendments to Title 10, Chapter 20 of the Municipal Code, which addresses general land use application requirements. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Syracuse Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 20 (land use application requirements)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the Syracuse Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 28. These changes pertain to pedestrian walkways.

• Public hearing on amendments to Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 28 regarding pedestrian walkways

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 30, which pertains to buffer yards. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Syracuse Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 30 regarding buffer yards

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will consider multiple zoning map amendments, including a 13.75-acre rezoning from R-1 to Planned Residential Development at 3100 S. 2300 W. The council will also hold public hearings on amendments to buffer yard requirements, pedestrian access walkways in commercial developments, and general land use application requirements, and vote on a utility project contract award.

• Rezoning 13.75 acres at 3100 S. 2300 W. from Residential (R-1) to Planned Residential Development (PRD), applicant Woods Cross Properties, LLC
• Rezoning 1.41 acres at 2695 W. 1700 S. from Residential (R-1) to Professional Office (PO), applicant Jonathan Galbraith
• Rezoning 0.705 acres at 1185 S. 3000 W. from Agricultural (A-1) to Residential (R-2), applicant Jacob Jones
• Public hearings on code amendments: buffer yards, pedestrian access walkways in commercial developments, and general land use application requirements
• Authorize administration to award the 2025 Utility Project Contract to AAA Excavation, Inc.

The Syracuse City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $2,005,028.50 utility project contract with AAA Excavation, Inc., three rezones (13.75 acres to PRD, 1.41 acres to PO, 0.705 acres to R-2), and several ordinance amendments (waste/recycling, buffer yards, pedestrian walkways, land use applications, door-to-door solicitation). The council also adopted resolutions for committee assignments, wage scale, planning commission appointment, and updated mission/vision statements. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Adopted agenda and approved minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted R25-06 committee assignments (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-01 correcting code references (unanimous)
• Adopted R25-07 wage scale amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-02 amending waste/recycling code (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Anderson to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,005,028.50 utility contract to AAA Excavation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 25-03 through 25-09 (all unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council will review and adopt the agenda and minutes, approve budget expenditures since January 8, and hear public comment. They will discuss the 2024-2025 season events, including Orchestra, Jazz Band, and Theatre's 'Addams Family', as well as BINGO night dates and summer camp. A vote is scheduled on the Jr. and Summer Show productions, and the council may also vote on 501c3/Articles of Incorporation.

• Approve budget expenditures since January 8, 2025
• Discussion of 2024-2025 season events: Orchestra (March 10, June 6), Jazz Band (Feb 15 dance, June 27 Heritage Days), Theatre (July 17-21 Addams Family)
• BINGO Night updates and date options (March 19, June 25, October 22)
• Addams Family production update: audition dates, publicity, live orchestra
• Vote on Jr. and Summer Show productions and on 501c3/Articles of Incorporation

Planning Commission

The agenda for the February 4, 2025 meeting of the Syracuse Planning Commission contains only procedural items (call to order, public hearing notices) without any specific proposals, rezonings, or decisions listed. The available documents are PDFs of the agenda and information packet, but no substantive business is described.

The Syracuse Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of a zoning amendment to rezone approximately 0.991 acres at 2191 W 1700 S from A-1 to General Commercial (GC), passing unanimously. They also recommended denial of an ordinance amendment to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the PRD zone, with a 5-1 vote. The commission approved final plats for Phases 5 and 6 of the Parkview at Shoreline subdivision, and recommended approval of a code amendment limiting pending land use applications to one per parcel. A draft 'Light Commercial Zone' ordinance was tabled for further review.

• Recommended City Council approval of rezone from A-1 to GC for 0.991 acres at 2191 W 1700 S (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council denial of ADU allowance in PRD zone (5-1, Shea dissenting)
• Approved final plats for Parkview at Shoreline Phases 5 and 6 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of one-pending-land-use-application-per-parcel amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled draft Light Commercial Zone ordinance for further work session review (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will continue discussing the curbside recycling program, including proposed code updates, pricing of $3.50–$4.00 per can, a bundled service for trash and recycling, and a rollout plan starting April 2025. They will also consider multiple zone change recommendations and amendments to the municipal code on buffer yards, pedestrian access, door-to-door solicitation, fireworks, and general land use application requirements. Other items include a SAFER grant discussion and creating a Grant Administrator position.

• Curbside recycling program: proposed $3.50–$4.00 per can, bundled service, total startup cost $690,000, rollout April 2025
• Zone change and preliminary plat for 3100 S. 2300 W. from R-1 to Planned Residential Development (applicant Woods Cross Properties, LLC)
• Zone change for 2695 W. 1700 S. from R-1 to Professional Office (applicant Jonathan Galbraith)
• Zone change for 1185 S. 3000 W. from A-1 to R-2 (applicant Jacob Jones)
• Proposed amendments to code on buffer yards, pedestrian access, door-to-door solicitation, and fireworks regulation

The Syracuse City Council held a work session on January 28, 2025, discussing multiple items but taking no formal votes. The Council expressed support for moving forward with three rezoning applications (3100 S. 2300 W., 2695 W. 1700 S., and 1185 S. 3000 W.) to the February 11 business meeting for action. They also discussed the curbside recycling program rollout, including a proposed maximum of 5 cans per household and a cost of $3.50-$4.00 per can, and supported applying for the 2025 SAFER grant and creating a Grant Administrator position. No formal decisions were made; all items are scheduled for action at future business meetings.

• Supported moving forward with rezone to PRD at 3100 S. 2300 W. (Woods Cross Properties)
• Supported moving forward with rezone to PO at 2695 W. 1700 S. (Jonathan Galbraith)
• Supported moving forward with rezone to R-2 at 1185 S. 3000 W. (Jacob Jones)
• Referred Light Commercial Zone discussion to Planning Commission for review
• Supported moving forward with buffer yard fencing amendment (8' concrete along West Davis Corridor)
• Supported moving forward with pedestrian walkway amendment (concrete sidewalks)
• Supported moving forward with door-to-door solicitation code amendments
• Supported applying for 2025 SAFER grant and creating Grant Administrator position

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The committee is meeting to determine 2025 positions and assignments. Members will discuss the April 26, 2025, Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Exercise and a Ham Radio Technician Course scheduled for March 2025.

• Appointments and assignments for 2025 DPC positions
• Planning for the April 26, 2025, Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Exercise
• Ham Radio Technician Course scheduled for March 2025
• Discussion of city code enforcement regarding snow removal, weeds, and yard care
• Needs and interest assessment for CERT district and area leaders

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee approved meeting minutes, appointed 2025 officers (Chair Scott Bohn, Vice Chair Ben Holbrook, Secretary Micah Redmond), and discussed plans for an April 26, 2025 emergency preparedness exercise, a tentative HAM radio course for March 2025, and a budget request for exercise and equipment. No formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Bohn as Chair, Ben Holbrook as Vice Chair, Micah Redmond as Secretary for 2025
• Discussed April 26, 2025 emergency preparedness exercise logistics
• Tentatively planned HAM Radio Technician Course for March 2025
• Requested budget for DPC exercise, Jamboree, events, and EOC equipment

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting includes a public hearing and a meeting packet. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed; the agenda appears to be procedural boilerplate.

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved the site plan for the Arlo East Commercial Building at 1747 S Heritage Lane, subject to conditions including updated drawings for awnings, exterior lighting, and bicycle parking. They also approved a plat amendment for Antelope Station lots 2 and 3. The final plats for Parkview at Shoreline Phases 5 and 6 were tabled pending further instruction from the city engineer.

• Approved Arlo East site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Antelope Station plat amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled Parkview at Shoreline final plats Phases 5 & 6 (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will discuss a biennial review of the Administrative Services Department and proposed changes to the organizational structure, including the chain of command. Resolutions are proposed to appoint a new Administrative Services Director and Treasurer, approve organizational changes for financial sustainability, and amend the FY2024-2025 wage scale. The council will also authorize an easement agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for the Syracuse Arts Academy School #3 project.

• Proposed Resolution R25-04 approving organizational structure changes for financial sustainability and operational efficiency
• Proposed Resolution R25-05 amending the FY2024-2025 wage scale
• Proposed Resolution R25-02 appointing Cassie Brown as Administrative Services Director
• Proposed Resolution R25-03 appointing Stephen Marshall as Treasurer
• Authorize Mayor Maughan to execute an easement agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for the Syracuse Arts Academy School #3 project

The Council unanimously approved a reorganization consolidating oversight of Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works under the Assistant City Manager, merging Court & Records into Administrative Services, and moving Emergency Management to the Fire Department. It also appointed Cassie Brown as Administrative Services Director and Stephen Marshall as Treasurer, and amended the wage scale to convert a part-time accountant to a full-time finance manager. The changes aim to save $48,000 net annually.

• Adopted Resolution R25-01 reappointing Disaster Preparedness Committee members (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-02 appointing Cassie Brown as Administrative Services Director (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-03 appointing Stephen Marshall as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-04 approving organizational restructuring (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-05 amending FY 2024-2025 wage scale (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute easement agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for Syracuse Arts Academy #3 (unanimous)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee reviewed the ARLO commercial and residential building, discussing code elements, architectural styles, connectivity, massing, landscaping, signage, and lighting. They agreed signage could be placed over transom windows and recommended exterior lighting near building entrances. No final approvals were made; the committee issued a recommendation only.

• Recommended exterior lighting near building entrances for safety and access (unanimous)
• Agreed signage may be placed over transom windows above business entrances

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is meeting on January 7, 2025, with a single listed item: a public hearing. No further details about the hearing's subject are provided in the agenda. The meeting packet is available but its contents are not described, making this a largely procedural agenda.

• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
• Planning commissioner packet referenced but no details given

The Syracuse Planning Commission unanimously recommended City Council approval of a rezone from R-1 to PRD and a preliminary plat with a development agreement for approximately 13.75 acres at 3100 S 2300 W, proposed by Woods Cross Properties for a charter school and 22 residential lots. The commission also unanimously recommended City Council approval of an Agriculture Protection Area (APA) for about 53 acres at 1184 S 2500 W, conditioned on not superseding the Transportation Master Plan. Both items will go to the City Council for final decisions.

• Recommended City Council approval of rezone (R-1 to PRD) and preliminary plat with development agreement for property at ~3100 S 2300 W (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of Agriculture Protection Area (APA) at ~1184 S 2500 W, conditioned on not superseding Transportation Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted January 7, 2025 agenda (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is an annual notice of the Syracuse City Council's regular meeting schedule for 2025, with business meetings on the second Tuesday and work sessions on the fourth Tuesday of each month. No decisions, public hearings, or substantive items are included.

• Council will meet twice monthly: business meetings on second Tuesdays, work sessions on fourth Tuesdays, both at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.