Syracuse public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Syracuse City Council unanimously adopted Resolution R21-56, approving an updated voter participation area map as required by state law. The map adjusts boundaries to account for population growth and must be updated every 10 years. The council also discussed how the new map affects an ongoing referendum, with the previous map to be used for that process.

• Adopted Resolution R21-56 amending voter participation areas (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse City Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021 is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation for December 21, 2021

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing to consider changing the name of a portion of Bluff Road due to the West Davis Corridor project. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom, and the public is invited to comment.

• Public hearing on street name change for a portion of Bluff Road
• Related to West Davis Corridor project
• Meeting via Zoom and in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will meet on December 14, 2021, to conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022 budget (ending June 30, 2022). The meeting will be held both via Zoom and in person at City Hall. The public is invited to comment on the proposed amendments, which are available for inspection at the City Recorder's office.

• Public hearing on amendments to FY2022 budget (ending June 30, 2022)
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at 1979 W. 1900 S., Syracuse City Hall

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a request from Mike McBride about development options for his commercial property, continued discussion of the BMX Bike Park project with updated cost estimates, a review of winter on-street parking restrictions, the Davis County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan, and a draft RFP for design services for the Emergency Operations Center. No final votes are scheduled; the council will give direction to staff.

• BMX Bike Park: land purchase east of Equestrian Park estimated at $1,200,000 ($150,000/acre for 8 acres); site improvements include parking lot $159,738, restroom/concession stand $230,000, lighting $150,000; pump track cost $50,000-$200,000
• Winter on-street parking: council to consider amending ordinance that currently prohibits overnight parking (1 AM-6 AM) from Nov 15 to Mar 15, after resident request to allow guests when no active snowfall
• Draft RFP for design services for the City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to be reviewed
• Davis County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan to be reviewed
• Mike McBride (Glen Eagle Golf Course owner) to discuss development options for his commercial property

The Council agreed to move forward with the BMX Bike Park project, directing staff to place a Memorandum of Understanding on a future business meeting agenda. They also decided to keep the current winter overnight on-street parking ordinance unchanged, though they may consider adjusting the prohibited time frame. The Council supported placing the Davis County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan on the January agenda for adoption and approved publishing the RFP for Emergency Operations Center design services.

• Directed staff to place BMX Park MOU on future business meeting agenda
• Kept winter overnight parking ordinance (1 AM-6 AM, Nov 15-Mar 15) unchanged
• Supported placing Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan on January agenda for adoption
• Approved publishing RFP for EOC design services

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a business meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key items include an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of the Towns at City Center site plan, proposed amendments to the Shoreline Development Agreement, and a public hearing on renaming a portion of Bluff Road. The council will also consider budget amendments, wage scale updates, and joining opioid litigation settlement.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial of site plan for Towns at City Center project
• Proposed amendments to Shoreline Development Agreement
• Public hearing on renaming a portion of Bluff Road
• Resolution R21-54 amending FY 2022 budget
• Resolution R21-56 authorizing Mayor to join opioid litigation settlement

The Council voted 4-1 to approve the site plan for the Towns at City Center project, overturning the Planning Commission's denial. The approval is conditional on the applicant providing documented proof of sufficient shared parking, through an agreement, arbitration, or litigation, before groundbreaking. The Council also approved amendments to the Shoreline Development Agreement, denied a proposal to rename a portion of Bluff Road, and adopted resolutions amending the FY2022 budget and wage scale.

• Approved Towns at City Center site plan with condition of documented shared parking before groundbreaking (4-1)
• Approved amendments to Shoreline Development Agreement (5-0)
• Denied name change for Bluff Road; existing addresses retained (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-54 amending FY2022 budget (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-55 updating FY2021-2022 wage scale (5-0)
• Took no action on Resolution R21-56 to join opioid settlement (4-1)
• Approved minutes from October 26 and November 9 meetings (5-0)

Architectural Review Committee

This agenda is minimal and contains only the meeting time and a reference to a PDF document. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are contained in the referenced document.

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is meeting on December 7, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. to hold public hearings on agenda items. The agenda includes three items, but the specific details are not provided in the text. The meeting is procedural, with public hearings scheduled.

• Public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on agenda item 1
• Public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on agenda item 2
• Public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on agenda item 3

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a major conditional use permit for SwimKids, a home-based swimming lesson business at 738 W 2525 S, allowing more than 2 customers per hour. The approval requires customers and employees to park in the driveway or in front of the home, not in front of other residential lots, and will be reviewed again in July 2022. The commission also recommended approval of a rezone for Alpine Church and approved the Shoreline Phase 2 final plat.

• Approved SwimKids home business conditional use permit with parking conditions (6-1)
• Recommended approval of rezone from R-1/A-1 to GC for Alpine Church (unanimous)
• Approved Shoreline Phase 2 final plat with condition on low volume locals (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule with July 5 and December 20 canceled (unanimous)
• Retained Ryan Wessel as Chair and Ivy Ruelan as Vice-Chair for 2022 (unanimous)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee is meeting to discuss and review items including the April 2022 disaster preparedness exercise, which will focus on a chemical spill scenario, and to approve articles for the Syracuse Connection Magazine. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and action item updates.

• Discussion of April Disaster Preparedness Exercise with chemical spill focus
• Review of communication chain effectiveness during exercise
• Approval of articles for Syracuse Connection Magazine (January and February 2022)
• Assignment of magazine article topics for upcoming months
• Motion for adjournment

Syracuse Arts Council

The Council will review November minutes and approve recent budget expenditures. The meeting includes discussions regarding Syracuse High School summer rentals, orchestra concert feedback, and the long range needs of the Arts Council.

• Approval of budget expenditures since November 3, 2021
• Discussion and potential vote on Syracuse High School Summer Rental
• Review of Gala committee volunteers
• Discussion regarding Process and Procedure Manual

City Council

The regularly scheduled Syracuse City Council Work Session for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will continue discussing the BMX and Pump Track Park project, including cost estimates and funding options, and will receive the Police Department's quadrennial review. The meeting is a work session, so no final votes are expected.

• BMX Park cost estimate: $1,975,739.10, including $800,000 land purchase east of Equestrian Park
• Pump Track cost up to $200,000 (not included in total)
• Police Department Quadrennial Review presentation
• Police training averaged 76 hours per officer (2019/2020), above state requirement of 40
• Community survey: 97% of recent police contacts felt professional; 70% felt safe everywhere in Syracuse

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and directed staff to begin discussions with UDOT regarding wetland mitigation for the proposed BMX/Pump Track Park, and to give a verbal commitment to host the project without committing to specific details. The Council also reviewed the Police Department's quadrennial review, discussing recruitment and retention challenges, and directed staff to include an action item on the December 14 business meeting for continued discussion and a possible vote on a memorandum of understanding for the BMX project. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Directed staff to begin UDOT discussions on wetland mitigation for BMX park
• Directed staff to give verbal commitment to host BMX project, withholding specific details
• Directed staff to include MOU action item on December 14 business meeting agenda
• Reviewed Police Department quadrennial review and discussed recruitment/retention

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 6 PM via Zoom is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued

City Council

The City Council will meet to canvass and consider the certification of the November 2, 2021, General Election results. The Council will also consider authorizing an amendment to a real estate purchase agreement with Fieldstone Construction and Management Services, Inc.

• Certification of the Syracuse City General Election held November 2, 2021
• First Amendment to Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Fieldstone Construction and Management Services, Inc.

The Syracuse City Council, acting as the Board of Canvass, certified the November 2, 2021 general election results, declaring Dave Maughan the duly elected mayor and Jordan B. Savage and Jennifer Carver as the elected councilmembers. The council also authorized the administration to execute the First Amendment to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Fieldstone Construction and Management Services, Inc., extending the closing date to December 17, 2021. All votes were unanimous.

• Certified general election results (all in favor)
• Authorized First Amendment to Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Fieldstone Construction (all in favor)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing during a special meeting to consider a request for a donation from Safe Harbor. The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. at Syracuse City Hall, with electronic participation available via Zoom.

• Public hearing on donation request from Safe Harbor
• Special meeting of the City Council
• Electronic participation via Zoom, meeting ID 828 2293 5272

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will meet to conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The hearing allows residents to comment on the proposed changes. The agenda is limited to this budget amendment hearing and contains no other substantive items.

• Public hearing on FY2022 budget amendments
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S.

City Council

The City Council will discuss Woodside Homes' proposed elevations for the Shoreline Subdivision project. The discussion aims to provide direction on whether the new plans are consistent with the existing development agreement theme.

• Review of proposed home elevations for Shoreline Subdivision
• Discussion regarding architectural consistency with the approved development agreement

The Syracuse City Council held a work session to review Woodside Homes' proposed elevations for the Shoreline Subdivision, which deviated from the approved Architectural Theme in the development agreement. Councilmembers expressed concern that the changes aimed to reduce costs, contrary to the project's up-scale architecture goals. The Council declined to determine the elevations as consistent with the agreement and concluded it would be more appropriate to consider a development agreement amendment at the next business meeting. No formal decision was made; the item was tabled for further discussion.

• Declined to determine proposed Shoreline elevations meet development agreement intent
• Tabled decision on elevations; will consider development agreement amendment at next business meeting
• Directed staff to work with Woodside Homes on amended design elements based on Council feedback

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a business meeting with public hearings and votes on several items, including an appeal of a denied site plan for the Towns at City Center project, a zoning map amendment for property at 300 South 1550 West, and a budget adjustment. The council will also discuss police wage scales, a construction contract for a capital utility project, and a grant application for water meter upgrades.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial of site plan for Towns at City Center
• Ordinance 2021-31: Rezone 300 South 1550 West from Agriculture (A-1) to Mixed-Use Development (MXD) and General Commercial (GC)
• Ordinance 2021-32: Amend Mixed-Use Development (MXD) Zone code
• Resolution R21-50: Apply for WaterSMART grant for radio-read water meters
• Resolution R21-53: Adjust FY2022 budget

The Syracuse City Council voted 3-2 to adopt Ordinance 2021-31, rezoning 9.14 acres at 300 South 1550 West from Agriculture (A-1) to Mixed-Use Development (MXD) and General Commercial (GC) and approving a development agreement for the Monterey West project, which includes 141 apartments, 11 single-family homes, and an 84-room hotel. The Council also approved a motion to use $30,000 from the Police Department budget for a 10% across-the-board wage increase for November, with permanent action to be considered on December 14. Other actions included adopting ordinances amending grave marker restrictions and municipal code references, awarding a $2,428,725.55 construction contract to Leon Poulsen Construction Company, and approving resolutions for a WaterSMART grant, a Weber Basin water share purchase, and a UDOT pond relocation agreement.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-31 rezoning 300 S 1550 W to MXD/GC and approving development agreement (3-2)
• Denied motion to table Ordinance 2021-31 (2-3)
• Denied motion to deny Ordinance 2021-31 (2-3)
• Approved $30,000 for 10% police wage increase for November, permanent action Dec. 14 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-29 amending flat grave marker size restrictions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-30 amending municipal code references and repealing Section 12.10.030 (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,428,725.55 construction contract to Leon Poulsen Construction Company (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-53 adjusting FY2022 budget (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council met on November 3, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda, the October 6, 2021 minutes, and budget expenditures since that date. No public comments were made. The council decided not to hold a reader's theater this year and discussed upcoming season events, including the orchestra concert on November 29, 2021, which will feature Peter and the Wolf without the Jazz Band.

• Approved November 3, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget expenditures since October 6, 2021
• Decided not to hold a reader's theater this year
• Orchestra concert on November 29, 2021 will not include Jazz Band
• Deferred discussion on process and procedure manual

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural references to meeting packets and documents. There are no specific items, public hearings, or decisions listed in the text.

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision plat for Shoreline View Estates at 2889 S 3000 W in the R-2 zone, requested by Toucan Investments. It also approved a subdivision amendment for Thurgood Circle First Amended at 1082 W 2175 S, with a condition that all staff comments be addressed before recording. The commission recommended adoption of text amendments updating land use cross-references in City Code Chapters 8, 9, and 10. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved Shoreline View Estates minor subdivision plat at 2889 S 3000 W (unanimous)
• Approved Thurgood Circle First Amended subdivision plat at 1082 W 2175 S, conditioned on addressing staff comments (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of text amendments updating cross-references in City Code Chapters 8, 9, 10 (unanimous)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the April 2022 disaster preparedness exercise, which will focus on a chemical spill scenario. The committee will also vote on articles for upcoming city magazines and set future meeting dates. The agenda includes routine administrative items like approving minutes and an action item update.

• April 2022 exercise will use a chemical spill scenario
• Vote on December magazine article 'Proper use of Drones' by Mark Bronson
• Vote on January magazine article 'Sanitation in an Emergency' by Jordan Savage
• Discussion on scheduling December meeting (Dec 2 or Dec 9, 2021)
• Article assignments for February, March, April, and May magazines

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed youth hockey program, a $5,000 donation request from Safe Harbor, continued planning for a BMX/pump track, and a possible road renaming. The council will also consider budget amendments and zoning changes. No final decisions are expected at this work session.

• Discussion of youth hockey program proposal by Nick Van Komen
• Request for $5,000 donation to Safe Harbor domestic violence center
• Continued discussion of BMX/pump track project, estimated $400,000-$600,000 for track and $200,000 for pump track
• Consideration of renaming Bluff Road north of Antelope Drive
• Continued discussion of rezone at 300 S. 1550 W. from Agriculture (A-1) to Mixed Use Development (MXD)

The Syracuse City Council held a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed rezone for a mixed-use development, a youth hockey program, a BMX/pump track project, a road renaming, and budget amendments. No formal votes were taken, but the Council directed staff to place several items on the November 9 agenda for action, including the rezone, budget amendments, and a first responder mental health program. The Council also directed staff to notify residents about a potential street name change and to obtain pricing for the Parks Maintenance Facility options.

• Directed staff to place rezone and text amendment items on November 9 agenda for possible action
• Directed staff to schedule public hearing and action item for budget amendments on November 9
• Directed staff to include action item for first responder mental health program on November 9
• Directed staff to personally notify residents about potential Bluff Road name change
• Directed staff to obtain pricing for pole barn walls for Parks Maintenance Facility
• Moved code amendments to consent calendar for November 9 meeting
• Council voiced support for continuing Student of the Month program with adjustments
• Council encouraged hockey proponent to seek private funding

City Council

The City Council is considering Resolution R21-49 to authorize a grant application for the construction of a reservoir and pump station. The project aims to improve drought resilience and accommodate city growth by replacing an out-of-service reservoir.

• Proposed $2 million WaterSMART grant application for a reservoir and pump station at 2700 South and 2200 West
• Projected total construction costs of $12,186,000
• Proposed property acquisition cost of $550,000
• Planned upgrades including $6,841,000 for a new reservoir and pump station

The Syracuse City Council unanimously approved Resolution R21-49, authorizing the city to apply for a $2 million WaterSMART grant from the Bureau of Reclamation. The grant would help fund a $12.186 million project to construct a new secondary water reservoir and pump station at 2700 South and 2200 West, which is needed to accommodate growth and improve water system efficiency. The council also adopted the meeting agenda and adjourned.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R21-49 authorizing WaterSMART grant application for $2M (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a site visit to tour the Rad Canyon BMX Track in West Jordan, Utah. This is a procedural field trip rather than a decision-making meeting, with no formal actions or discussions listed on the agenda.

• Site visit to Rad Canyon BMX Track at approximately 5200 W. 9800 S., West Jordan, UT 84088

Planning Commission

The agenda contains information regarding public hearings and the standard meeting packet for the October 19 session. The provided text does not list specific project details or proposed actions.

The Syracuse Planning Commission held a virtual meeting on October 19, 2021, and approved two subdivision requests. The Beehive Subdivision minor plat at 1407 S 2000 W was approved unanimously, with a condition that all staff comments be addressed. The Distant Serenade Subdivision amendment at 2866 S 3000 W was also approved unanimously. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved Beehive Subdivision minor plat at 1407 S 2000 W (unanimous, with condition to address staff comments)
• Approved Distant Serenade Subdivision 1st Amended plat at 2866 S 3000 W (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will review several items including final plat approvals for Aspire at Canterbury and RC’s Parkwest Subdivision. The agenda also includes resolutions for the 2021 Storm Water Management Program and the 2021 Water Conservation Plan.

• Final Plat Approval: Aspire at Canterbury (2376 W. 1700 S.)
• Final Plat Approval: RC’s Parkwest Subdivision, Phase 1 (1693 W. 2700 S.)
• Resolution R21-48: Appointing Jackie O’Shea to the Parks Advisory Committee
• Resolution R21-46: Adoption of the 2021 Storm Water Management Program
• Resolution R21-47: Adoption of the 2021 Water Conservation Plan

The Syracuse City Council approved final plats for the Aspire at Canterbury and RC's Parkwest Subdivision Phase 1 developments, adopted the 2021 Storm Water Management Program and 2021 Water Conservation Plan, and authorized an interlocal agreement for the UPDES general permit. The council also adopted an ordinance creating an alternate member position on the Parks Advisory Committee and appointed Jackie O'Shea to that role. Public comments raised concerns about the previously approved Towns at City Center project, which the mayor said would be discussed in a future work session.

• Approved final plat for Aspire at Canterbury at 2376 W. 1700 S. (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for RC's Parkwest Subdivision Phase 1 at 1693 W. 2700 S. (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-28 creating alternate member position on Parks Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-48 appointing Jackie O'Shea as alternate PAC member (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-46 authorizing 2021 Storm Water Management Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-47 adopting 2021 Water Conservation Plan with amendments (unanimous)
• Authorized administration to execute interlocal agreement with Davis County for UPDES general permit (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed executive session for individual, litigation, and real property discussions (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse Arts Council approved the 2021-2022 season, the 2021-2022 budget, and re-elected Russ Lynch as Chair and Libby Fawcett as Treasurer. The board also voted to partner with Weber State student Wyatt Glover for a fundraising event and scheduled a long-range planning work session. No public comment was received.

• Approved 2021-2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 season with changes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Russ Lynch as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Libby Fawcett as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved partnership with Wyatt Glover for in-kind advertising (unanimous)
• Scheduled long-range planning work session for Nov. 20 (unanimous)
• Approved Matilda Jr. ticket prices: $7 adults, $5 children (unanimous)
• Postponed process and procedure manual discussion to next month

Planning Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Syracuse Planning Commission meeting on October 5, 2021. It lists only the agenda and packet documents, with no specific items for decision or discussion provided.

The Syracuse Planning Commission denied the site plan for the Towns at City Center development at 1556 S 2000 W, citing failure to meet the parking ordinance. The vote was 5-2, with Commissioners Gallegos and Chair Wessel dissenting. The related preliminary plat was tabled unanimously. Public comments opposed the development due to parking, safety, and compatibility concerns.

• Denied Towns at City Center site plan for not meeting parking ordinance (5-2)
• Tabled preliminary plat for Towns at City Center (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss and provide direction on several items, including a secondary water report, a request from Lindquist Mortuary to amend headstone regulations, a recommendation from the Parks Advisory Committee on a BMX park and pump track, and multiple planning items such as rezonings and final plat approvals. The council will also review a draft Storm Water Management Plan and consider amendments to the Parks Advisory Committee ordinance. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion meeting.

• Secondary water report: 2021 allocation was 5,714 acre-feet, 54% less than 2020; 169 fines issued for watering violations
• Lindquist Mortuary requests text amendment to allow 42-inch wide grave markers (currently 30-inch)
• Parks Advisory Committee recommends BMX park at Regional Park property, estimated cost $400,000-$600,000 plus $200,000 for pump track
• Rezone request for property at 300 S. 1550 W. from Agriculture (A-1) to Mixed Use Development (MXD)
• Final plat approvals for RC's Parkwest Subdivision Phase 1 and Aspire at Canterbury

The Syracuse City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed the proposed Monterey West rezone and MXD text amendment, tabling both until Councilmember Teague is available. The BMX park location was also left undecided, with a site visit planned. Several items were directed to future business meeting agendas, including the headstone text amendment and Parks Advisory Committee alternate position.

• Tabled rezone of 300 S. 1550 W. from A-1 to MXD until Councilmember Teague is present
• Continued MXD text amendment discussion to same meeting as rezone
• Directed staff to place headstone text amendment on consent calendar
• Directed staff to place Parks Advisory Committee alternate ordinance on consent calendar
• Moved Aspire at Canterbury final plat to consent calendar
• Moved RC's Parkwest final plat to general agenda (not consent)
• Directed staff to explore clock tower ownership transfer for Town Center
• Supported moving storm water management plan resolution to October 12 business meeting

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will discuss a petition from Jared Jaques to connect his residence at 3263 W. 2700 S. to the city's culinary water main. The petitioner currently uses a private well that has become unreliable and is requesting service for indoor purposes only.

• Petition for culinary water service at 3263 W. 2700 S.

The Syracuse City Council approved a petition from Jared Jaques for culinary water service to his property at 3263 W. 2700 S., which is outside city limits. The motion passed unanimously with all present councilmembers voting in favor. The council also voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss an individual's character, litigation, and real property matters, and later adjourned.

• Approved petition for culinary water service outside city limits at 3263 W. 2700 S. (all present voted in favor)
• Adjourned into closed executive session under Section 52-4-205 (all present voted aye)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (all voted in favor)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee will meet to discuss and vote on a recommendation for the April 2022 Disaster Preparedness Exercise, choosing from options like gas line explosion, wildfire, earthquake, and chemical spills. They will also review updates on postponed CERT training and other COVID-related delays, and plan upcoming magazine articles and website content.

• Vote on April 2022 Disaster Preparedness Exercise scenario
• CERT training postponed due to COVID surges
• RDAP videotaping and training postponed
• Fire Station Open House on October 7th cancelled
• Article assignments for Syracuse Magazine through 2023

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on September 21, 2021. The agenda lists public hearings and regular items, but the specific details are not provided in the text. The meeting is scheduled to start at 6:00 P.M.

• Public hearings scheduled
• Agenda and packet documents available

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a home occupation permit for Caveman Cutz, approved the final plat and plat amendment for Aspire at Canterbury Park, tabled the site plan and preliminary plat for Towns at City Center pending parking concerns, and approved a site plan for a Parks Maintenance Facility. It recommended approval to the City Council for the Syracuse Hotel and Monterey West development using the offsite option with two code exceptions, and unanimously recommended denial of a text amendment to the MXD zone.

• Approved home occupation permit for Caveman Cutz at 903 W. 2010 S (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Aspire at Canterbury Park, 3.56 acres at 2376 W 1700 S (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan review for Towns at City Center until parking concerns addressed (unanimous)
• Tabled preliminary plat for Towns at City Center until site plan approval (unanimous)
• Approved plat amendment for Aspire at Canterbury Park (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Parks Maintenance Facility at ~2900 S 2400 W with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Syracuse Hotel and Monterey West with offsite option and exceptions #2 and #7 (4-3)
• Recommended denial of MXD text amendment Chapter 10.92 (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hear a drought update, consider a petition for culinary water service outside city limits, and discuss a proposal to remove the equestrian park as a potential BMX track site. They will also vote on several ordinances, including zoning map changes, Town Center Overlay amendments, and swimming pool setbacks, plus appointments and a consent agenda.

• Petition by Tyson Hamblin for culinary water service at 3300 W. 2700 S. outside city limits
• Proposal to remove Syracuse Equestrian Park from BMX track consideration
• Ordinance 2021-25: Rezone 1343 S. Bluff Road from R-1 to R-3
• Ordinance 2021-26: Amend Town Center Overlay Zone (Chapter 10.100)
• Ordinance 2021-27: Amend swimming pool setbacks (Section 10.30.010)

The Council approved a rezone of 1343 S. Bluff Road from R-1 to R-2, rather than the requested R-3, after the applicant agreed to adjust lot sizes. The Council also directed the Parks Advisory Committee to remove the Syracuse Equestrian Park from consideration as a BMX track location, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to land use noticing and pool setbacks. All votes were unanimous except for the rezone, which passed 4-1.

• Approved conditional culinary water connection for Tyson Hamblin outside city limits (unanimous)
• Directed Parks Advisory Committee to remove Equestrian Park from BMX track consideration (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-43 reappointing Christopher Weaver to Arts Council (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-44 appointing Kenneth Hellewell to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-45 appointing James King as alternate Planning Commissioner (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-24 amending newspaper noticing for land use hearings (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-25 rezoning 1343 S. Bluff Road from R-1 to R-2 (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-26 amending Town Center Overlay Zone, striking two design requirements (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved holding an orchestra concert at Founder's Park on Monday, October 4, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. The motion carried, with Parks and Recreation assisting with equipment and power. The council also approved holding virtual auditions for a vocalist to perform the National Anthem, with submissions due by September 18, 2021. No public comments were made, and the meeting was adjourned at 1:49 PM.

• Approved orchestra concert at Founder's Park on October 4, 2021 at 6:30 P.M.
• Approved virtual auditions for National Anthem vocalist, deadline September 18, 2021
• Adopted September 11, 2021 agenda

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on September 7, 2021. The agenda lists public hearings and includes documents for the agenda and packet, but no specific items are described in the provided text.

• Public hearings scheduled for September 7, 2021

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposed changes to landscaping ordinances to promote water-wise usage following drought concerns. The session also includes discussions on indoor water conservation efforts and whether to enter an agreement with the State Department of Workforce Services for a water assistance program.

• Request for RDA participation in Town Center clock tower repairs, including stucco work ($12,113) and clock mechanism service ($3,775)
• Proposed landscaping ordinance changes to limit turf grass on commercial properties to 15%
• Potential rezoning of 1343 S. Bluff Road from R-1 to R-3
• Review of the Salt Edge Project annexation petition for approximately 144 acres at 4700 W. 1500 S.
• Discussion regarding participation in the State Department of Workforce Services water assistance program

The Syracuse City Council held a work session to discuss, but not vote on, several items. They discussed water conservation ordinance changes, a potential rezone at 1343 S. Bluff Road, and ARPA funding priorities. No formal decisions were made, but direction was given to place several items on future agendas.

• Discussed RDA participation in clock tower repair; no action taken
• Discussed water conservation ordinance changes; no action taken
• Discussed water assistance program; council willing to consider contract at next meeting
• Discussed rezone at 1343 S. Bluff Road; placed on next business meeting agenda
• Discussed Town Center Overlay text amendment; placed on September 14 agenda
• Discussed public noticing text amendment; placed on September 14 consent agenda
• Discussed swimming pool setback text amendment; placed on September 14 agenda
• Discussed ARPA funding priorities; deferred decisions to November strategic planning meeting

City Council

The Syracuse City Council certified the August 10 primary election results, approving Dave Maughan and Michael Gailey for mayor and Jordan Savage, Jennifer Carver, Brett Cragun, and Paul Watson for city council. They also approved a culinary water service connection for a property outside city limits, denied a Kiwanis Club donation request, approved a zone change for a residential development, and adjusted the wage scale for a park maintenance position.

• Certified primary election results (unanimous)
• Approved culinary water service for 3919 W. 2700 S. (unanimous)
• Denied Kiwanis Club donation request (4-1, Teague opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-19, rezone 2400 W. 2700 S. from A-1 to R-3 (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Adopted Resolution R21-41, wage scale adjustment for Park Maintenance Worker I (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a donation from the city to the Kiwanis Club. The meeting is scheduled as part of a Special Meeting on August 24, 2021.

• Public hearing regarding a donation request to the Kiwanis Club

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a subdivision amendment for Still Water Phase 10, recommended a rezone from R-1 to R-3 for a parcel on Bluff Road, and approved a commercial site plan for Antelope Animal Hospital. The commission also discussed multi-family housing ratios during a work session.

• Approved Still Water Phase 10 subdivision amendment to split Lot 1014 into 1014A and 1014B (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve rezone of 2.38 acres at 1343 S Bluff Road from R-1 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved commercial site plan for Antelope Animal Hospital at 1412 W 1700 S (5-1, Hunter dissenting)

City Council

The Council voted to reconsider and table until August 24 a previously approved rezone for property at 2400 W. 2700 S. (Ordinance 2021-19) to allow more discussion on drainage and sewer issues. It approved a rezone for a 54-townhome project at 817 W. 1700 S. (Ordinance 2021-21) with one dissenting vote, and approved a rezone for a 32-unit townhome project at 2376 W. 1700 S. (Ordinance 2021-23). The Council also approved an amendment to the Holt Mixed Use Development agreement (Ordinance 2021-22) after a reconsideration vote changed the outcome to 3-2 in favor.

• Reconsidered and tabled Ordinance 2021-19 rezone at 2400 W. 2700 S. until Aug. 24 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-21 rezone to MXD/GC for 54 townhomes at 817 W. 1700 S. (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-22 Holt Mixed Use Development agreement amendment (3-2, Maughan and Savage opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-23 rezone to PRD for 32 townhomes at 2376 W. 1700 S. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-36 amending hydrant meter rental fees, adding late fee and meter penalty (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-37 amending rules for electronic meetings (unanimous)
• Appointed Jeremy Turner, Andy Gill, and Robert Kirk to city committees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22 and July 13 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase. If approved, the city's property tax revenue would rise by 16.74% over last year, excluding new growth. For a $400,000 home, the annual city tax would go from $311.52 to $363.66, and for a $400,000 business, from $566.40 to $661.20.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax increase
• Property tax on $400,000 residence increases by $52.14 per year
• Property tax on $400,000 business increases by $94.80 per year
• Budgeted property tax revenue increase of 16.74%
• Contact Syracuse City at 801-825-1477 for more information

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a Truth in Taxation hearing and will vote on Resolution R21-35, which sets the certified tax rate and adopts the final budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The proposed budget includes a property tax increase of $486,000 to fund a new paramedic program ($450,000) and staff compensation adjustments ($36,000). The council may accept the proposed tax rate, accept a portion of it, or reject it in favor of the county certified rate.

• Proposed property tax increase of $486,000 for paramedic program and staff benchmark adjustments
• Resolution R21-35 setting final tax rate at .001653 and adopting FY2022 budget
• Utility fee increases totaling $1.20 per user per month, including water rate increases
• Public hearing for Truth in Taxation with comments accepted via email by 5:00 p.m. on August 10, 2021

The Syracuse City Council held a Truth in Taxation hearing and adopted Resolution R21-35, setting the certified tax rate at 0.001653 and adopting the final budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The tax rate increase will generate approximately $486,000 in additional revenue to fund the transition of paramedic services from Davis County to Syracuse City ($450,000) and wage adjustments for positions below market rate ($36,000). The motion passed unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution R21-35 setting certified tax rate at 0.001653 and adopting FY 2021-2022 final budget (unanimous)
• Approved property tax increase generating ~$486,000 for paramedic program transition and wage adjustments (unanimous)

City Council

The document provides notice of proposed property tax revenue increases by various taxing entities within Davis County. It lists upcoming public hearings for several cities and districts, including Syracuse City.

• Syracuse City proposed tax increase hearing on Aug 10, 2021
• Davis County School District proposed tax increase hearing on Aug 03, 2021
• North Davis Fire District proposed tax increase hearing on Aug 12, 2021
• South Davis Metro Fire Service Area proposed tax increase hearing on Aug 02, 2021

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved the 2021-2022 budget with $2,000 for equipment and $5,000 in grant revenue, and unanimously re-appointed Christopher Weaver to a four-year board term as Music Chair. The board also voted to produce 'Shrek' for the 2022 spring/summer theatre production and approved a $500 budget for the Jazz Band. Several other items were discussed, including season scheduling and board vacancies, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved 2021-2022 budget with $2,000 equipment and $5,000 grant revenue (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Christopher Weaver as Music Chair for 2021-2025 term (unanimous)
• Approved $500 budget for Jazz Band (unanimous)
• Voted to produce 'Shrek' for 2022 spring/summer theatre production
• Approved agenda with amendment to read 2022 for Jr. Theatre dates (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The August 3, 2021, Planning Commission agenda for Syracuse, Utah, lists three public hearing items scheduled for 6:00 P.M. However, the provided text contains only file names and timestamps, with no descriptions of the specific projects, ordinances, or decisions involved. The agenda appears to be a procedural placeholder or incomplete document.

• Item 1: Public Hearing (No description provided)
• Item 2: Public Hearing (No description provided)
• Item 3: Public Hearing (No description provided)

The Syracuse Planning Commission unanimously approved a commercial site plan for a Starbucks at 1043 W Antelope Drive, a preliminary plat for the 89-lot Parkview subdivision at 2500 W Gentile Street, and recommended two text amendments to the city code: reducing pool setbacks from 8 to 6 feet and removing newspaper noticing requirements for land use issues. The commission also discussed future agenda items, including a Town Center Overlay review and a report on the mixed-use zone.

• Approved Starbucks commercial site plan at 1043 W Antelope Drive (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Parkview, 89 lots at 2500 W Gentile Street (unanimous)
• Recommended city council approve pool setback reduction from 8 to 6 feet (unanimous)
• Recommended city council approve removal of newspaper noticing requirements (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council work session on July 27, 2021, will discuss several items, including a proposed rezoning of 3.56 acres at approximately 2376 W. Antelope Drive from General Commercial to Planned Residential Development for a 32-unit townhome project. They will also consider raising construction water rates for dust control, review the FY 2020-2021 General Fund surplus, and prepare for the Truth in Taxation hearing on August 10, 2021. Other items include continued discussions on the Holt Mixed-Use Development agreement, a rezoning at 817 W. 1700 S., a Town Center Overlay Zone text amendment, City Hall staffing levels, and rules for electronic meetings.

• Rezone 3.56 acres at 2376 W. Antelope Drive from GC to PRD for 32-unit townhome project (Aspire at Canterbury Park)
• Discussion on raising construction water rates for dust control; current rate is about 1/3 of neighboring cities
• Continued discussion on Holt Mixed-Use Development agreement at 1283 W. 1700 S.
• Continued discussion on rezoning 817 W. 1700 S. from MXD to MXD/GC
• Discussion of FY 2020-2021 General Fund surplus priorities and FY 2021-2022 budget, including Truth in Taxation hearing on August 10

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They supported advertising a public hearing to consider increasing construction water rates to match neighboring cities. They also decided to maintain the General Fund balance at 24.5% of the total budget and retain surplus funds until the mid-year budget review. Several planning items, including a rezoning for a 32-unit townhome project and a development agreement amendment, were moved to the next business meeting for further discussion or possible action.

• Supported advertising a public hearing to consider increasing construction water rates
• Determined to maintain General Fund balance at 24.5% of total budget
• Moved rezoning of 2376 W. Antelope Drive (32-unit townhome project) to next business meeting
• Moved Holt Mixed-Use Development agreement amendment to next business meeting for continued discussion
• Moved rezoning of 817 W. 1700 S. to next business meeting for possible action
• Continued discussion on Town Center Overlay Zone text amendment; no action taken
• Discussed proposed staffing increases for court and building inspections; no formal action
• Discussed FY2021-2022 budget and upcoming Truth in Taxation hearing on August 10

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee is meeting to discuss routine updates, including COVID restrictions on RDAP training, CERT class schedules, and the city website. They will also brainstorm ideas for next April's disaster preparedness exercise, with a final decision planned for September. The meeting includes standard items like approving minutes and planning articles for the Syracuse Connection Magazine.

• Discuss COVID restrictions and first class date for RDAP training at the Fire Station
• Encourage CERT training for committee members; next class date to be provided
• Brainstorm ideas for April 2022 Disaster Preparedness Exercise; final decision in September
• Judy to report on First Aid Course video for city webpage
• Article on 'Keeping Food Cold in a Power Outage' to be included in August Syracuse Connection Magazine

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is meeting on July 20, 2021, with three public hearings scheduled at 6:00 P.M. The agenda lists these items but provides no details on the topics; supporting materials are available in the meeting packet.

• Three public hearings at 6:00 P.M.
• Agenda and packet posted by close of business the Friday before the meeting

The Syracuse Planning Commission recommended approval of a development agreement amendment for the Holt Garden Homes project, allowing the original farmhouse-style design despite not meeting the two-story architectural standard. They also approved subdivisions and site plans for the Antelope Business Condos and Syracuse High Retail Center, and recommended a rezone for Syracuse West. The commission recommended a text amendment to the Town Center Overlay ordinance, with Chair Wessel dissenting.

• Recommended approval of Holt Garden Homes DA amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Antelope Business Condos subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Antelope Business Condos site plan conditional on City Council DA approval (unanimous)
• Recommended rezone of Syracuse West from GC to PRD with fence condition (unanimous)
• Approved Syracuse High Retail Center site plan with variance condition (unanimous)
• Approved Excel Dance Studio and Day Care site plan with variance condition (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Center Overlay text amendment to City Council (4-1, Wessel dissenting)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including an appeal of a $200 secondary water fine, a police department staffing proposal, a trial agreement with Bird Scooters, and four proposed zone changes. The council will also consider accepting American Rescue Plan Act funds, awarding a janitorial contract, and adopting the North Davis Active Transportation Plan.

• Appeal of $200 secondary water fine by Nate Affleck
• Police Department staffing proposal discussion
• MOU with Bird Scooters for trial scooter operation
• Zone change for Parkwest Subdivision at 1693 W. 2700 S. to PRD
• Zone change for Towns at City Center at 1556 S. 2000 W. to MXD

The Syracuse City Council approved a zone change and preliminary plat for the 136-unit Parkwest Subdivision at 1693 W. 2700 S., despite one opposing vote. The Council also denied Nate Affleck's appeal of a $200 fine for violating secondary water restrictions, with all present members voting in favor of denial. Additionally, the Council approved the sale of a cell tower easement for $600,000, accepted $3.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, and authorized a trial agreement with Bird Scooters.

• Denied Nate Affleck's appeal of a $200 citation for violating secondary water drought provisions; all present voted in favor.
• Adopted Resolution R21-33 authorizing the sale of a communications and access easement for a cell tower at 2400 West 2900 South for $600,000.
• Adopted Resolution R21-32 adopting the North Davis Active Transportation Plan as a guiding document.
• Adopted Resolution R21-34 appointing Lonn Hunter as a full member of the Planning Commission.
• Authorized a contract for janitorial services to Advanced Building Care, LLC at $1,975 per month.
• Adopted Resolution R21-31 accepting $3,723,074 in American Rescue Plan Act grant money.
• Authorized a Memorandum of Understanding allowing Bird Scooters to operate on a trial basis.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-17, a zone change and preliminary plat for the Parkwest Subdivision, with one opposing vote.

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved the budget as presented, including donations and expenses, and decided to hold the annual spring musical at Syracuse High on July 14-18, 2022. The board also approved meeting with library personnel to explore a Reader's Theatre program. Discussions covered improving community inclusion, addressing audition fairness concerns, and planning the 2021-2022 season, including selecting potential shows for further research.

• Approved the budget as presented by Libby, including a $2,000 donation from Russon Mortuary and Theatre expenses of $3,382.35
• Approved meeting with library personnel to decide how to move forward with a Reader's Theatre program
• Decided to hold the annual spring musical on July 14-18, 2022 at Syracuse High with two shows on Saturday
• Decided to get more details on Jr. Theatre shows: Seussical Jr., Newsies Jr., Lion King Jr., and Mary Poppins Jr.
• Decided to bring more information on Theatre shows: Shrek, 7 Brides for 7 Brothers, Adams Family, Mary Poppins, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
• Approved the July 7, 2021 agenda and June 2 minutes as written
• Adjourned at 10:10pm

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2021, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided, and the public is directed to contact the Community Development department with questions.

• Meeting cancelled
• Public hearings cancelled
• Contact: 801-825-1477 or [email protected]

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee is meeting to review action items and plan upcoming preparedness activities, including a July 17th first-aid class and website presentations. They will also discuss next year's April disaster preparedness exercise and assign magazine article topics. This is the last meeting to use Zoom due to lifted COVID restrictions.

• July 17th TNT First Aid class at 10 am, recorded for website presentation on first aid kit assembly
• Discussion of next year's April Disaster Preparedness Exercise, with activity selection due by September
• Lane Smith to report on finishing the RDAP presentation video
• Review of article 'Keeping Food Cold in a Power Outage' for Syracuse Connection Magazine
• Last DPC meeting using Zoom; future meetings in person at City Office Building

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially act on a drought-driven secondary water restriction resolution, a proposed scooter rental expansion, several zone changes and development agreements, and other administrative items. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with the water resolution being the main action item.

• Resolution R21-26 restricting secondary water use: two waterings per week, no watering 10am-6pm, fines up to $1,000 or shut-off
• Continued discussion of Bird scooter rental expansion in Syracuse
• Rezone and preliminary plat for Parkwest Subdivision at 1693 W. 2700 S. (A1/R1/GC to PRD, 136 units)
• Zone change for Towns at City Center at 1556 S. 2000 W. (GC to MXD)
• Proposed sale of communications easement for cell tower at 2400 W. 2900 S.

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and directed staff to negotiate a trial agreement with Bird Scooters, move forward with selling a cell tower easement for $600,000, and prioritize turf conversion and rainy-day fund for the FY2021 surplus. Several proposed zone changes were discussed and forwarded to future business meetings for action, including Parkwest, Towns at City Center, and 2400 W. 2700 S. The Council also directed staff to include the North Davis Active Transportation Plan on the July 13 consent agenda for adoption.

• Directed staff to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Scooters for a trial period.
• Directed staff to include an action item on the July 13 agenda to sell the cell tower easement for $600,000.
• Agreed to prioritize turf conversion near City Hall and Community Center and place remaining surplus in rainy-day fund.
• Directed staff to include the North Davis Active Transportation Plan on the July 13 consent agenda for adoption.
• Forwarded Parkwest Subdivision zone change to next business meeting for continued discussion.
• Forwarded Towns at City Center zone change to next business meeting for continued discussion.
• Forwarded 2400 W. 2700 S. zone change to next business meeting for continued discussion.
• Agreed to consider amending the Holt MXD development agreement upon Planning Commission recommendation.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and likely adopt a resolution imposing mandatory water restrictions for the 2021 season due to drought conditions, including a 50% reduction in water supply. The council will also vote on several committee appointments. The meeting is being held in a hybrid format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Resolution R21-26: Restricts pressure-irrigation watering to two days per week, prohibits watering from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and sets fines up to $1,000 or water shut-off for violations.
• Resolution R21-26: Sets secondary water season end date (to be determined) and suspends landscape installation requirement (City Code 10.30.050(G)).
• Resolution R21-27: Appoints Ryan Wessel to the Architectural Review Committee.
• Resolution R21-28: Appoints Alan Gallegos to the Board of Adjustment with term expiring June 30, 2026.
• Resolution R21-29: Reappoints Duane Cheney, Lane Smith, Patrick Carrol, and Judy Meservey to the Disaster Preparedness Committee.

The Council adopted Resolution R21-26 restricting pressure-irrigation water use for 2021, with amendments adding a $1,000 fee and water meter installation on the fourth violation, and ending the secondary water season one week early on September 20, 2021. The vote was 4-1, with Councilmember Maughan opposed. The Council also unanimously approved four resolutions appointing members to city committees: Ryan Wessel to the Architectural Review Committee, Alan Gallegos to the Board of Adjustment, four members to the Disaster Preparedness Committee, and Heather Ganus as Junior Theatre Chair of the Arts Council.

• Adopted Resolution R21-26 restricting pressure-irrigation water use, with fourth violation triggering shut-off, $1,000 fee, and meter installation (4-1)
• Ended secondary water season one week early on September 20, 2021
• Adopted Resolution R21-27 appointing Ryan Wessel to the Architectural Review Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-28 appointing Alan Gallegos to the Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-29 reappointing Duane Cheney, Lane Smith, Patrick Carrol, and Judy Meservey to the Disaster Preparedness Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-30 appointing Heather Ganus as Junior Theatre Chair of the Arts Council (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse, UT Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting on June 15, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings and other items, but the specific topics are not detailed in the provided text. The agenda appears to be mostly procedural, with documents referenced but not included.

• Public hearings scheduled
• Regular meeting at 6:00 PM

The Syracuse Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two rezones: one for the Briggs North property (4.6 acres at 1875 W 1700 S) from A-1 to MXD with conditions to add parking and improve seating areas, and another for the Bennett property (5.92 acres at 2400 W 2700 S) from A-1 to R-3. The commission also tabled a site plan revision for Antelope Animal Hospital until the applicant submits an updated plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of rezone for Briggs North property (4.6 acres) from A-1 to MXD with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezone for Bennett property (5.92 acres) from A-1 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan revision for Antelope Animal Hospital until updated plan submitted (unanimous)
• Elected Ryan Wessel as new Planning Commission Chair (unanimous)

Architectural Review Committee

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Architectural Review Committee meeting on June 14, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document and no listed agenda items, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are not included in this text.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text

City Council

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting resolutions RDA21-02 and MBA21-02 to approve the final budgets for fiscal year 2021-2022. These budgets cover the RDA areas (town center and 750 West), the SR-193 EDA area, and the Antelope Drive CDA. No changes have been made since the tentative budgets were approved on May 11, 2021. This is the last meeting to adopt the budgets before the June 22 state deadline.

• Adopt resolution RDA21-02 for the RDA budget, including $653,133 for repayment to financers (e.g., Gertge & Thayne - Bluff Ridge Dr. $513,000)
• Adopt resolution MBA21-02 for the MBA budget, including $200,000 for Town Center Parking Lot Improvements
• Public hearing on the FY2021-2022 annual budget as required by Utah Code 17C-1-601
• RDA budget includes $30,000 for tenant outreach and $2,000 for professional/technical services
• EDA budget includes $60,000 for Antelope Business Park rent incentive and $405,172 for repayment to financers

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency held a special meeting and adopted Resolution RDA21-02, approving the annual budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comments. The motion was made by Boardmember Maughan, seconded by Boardmember Bolduc, and passed unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution RDA21-02 approving the FY 2021-2022 annual budget (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council, acting as the Municipal Building Authority (MBA) and Redevelopment Agency (RDA), will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the final budgets for fiscal year 2021-2022. The MBA budget totals about $1.02 million, with a significant decrease in city lease payments. This is the last meeting before the state deadline to adopt the budget.

• Public hearing on Resolution MBA21-02 adopting the FY2021-2022 annual budget
• Consider adopting RDA21-02 and MBA21-02 budgets for FY2021-2022
• MBA budget includes $855,000 in bond principal payments and $165,185 in bond interest
• City lease payments to MBA reduced from $980,000 to $716,000
• No changes since tentative budget approved May 11, 2021

The Syracuse City Municipal Building Authority held a special meeting and adopted the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 via Resolution MBA21-02. The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comments. The board also adopted Resolution RDA20-01 for the RDA's FY 2020-2021 budget. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution MBA21-02, FY 2021-2022 annual budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution RDA20-01, RDA FY 2020-2021 annual budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on the tentative FY 2021-2022 budget, a fee schedule update, a public safety impact fee plan, and several zoning map amendments. The council may also reconsider its May 11 vote on the UTOPIA fiber contract, approve a real estate purchase for road widening, and surplus police vehicles. Other items include committee appointments, a final plat approval, and consent agenda items for consulting and interlocal agreements.

• Possible reconsideration of May 11 vote on UTOPIA fiber contract
• Public hearing on tentative FY 2021-2022 budget and potential tax rate increase to .001653
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-14: rezone 1550 W. 300 S. from A-1 to Mixed-Use Development (MXD)
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-15: rezone 1998 W. 2700 S. from R-2/A-1 to Industrial (ID)
• Real estate purchase for road widening at 2419 W. 2700 S.

The Council tabled a proposed rezone of 9.35 acres at approximately 1550 W. 300 S. from Agricultural (A-1) to Mixed-Use Development (MXD) for a 127-unit townhome project. A motion to deny the rezone failed 2-3, and a subsequent motion to table it passed 3-2. The Council also adopted the FY 2021-2022 tentative budget, approved a new wage scale, and denied a separate rezone for an industrial use.

• Tabled Ordinance 2021-14, rezone at 1550 W. 300 S. to MXD (3-2)
• Denied Ordinance 2021-15, rezone at 1998 W. 2700 S. to Industrial (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-21, FY 2021-2022 tentative budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-22, FY 2021-2022 wage scale (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-13, increased public safety impact fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-24, amended consolidated fee schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-16, General Plan amendment for Syracuse West (unanimous)
• Authorized $40,190 Corbin Design signage plan contract (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council voted unanimously to recommend Heather Ganus for the open Jr. Theatre Chair position, to be submitted to the Mayor and City Council for approval. The board also discussed adjusting board terms to comply with city ordinance, with Ganus's term set to run from September 2021 through August 2025. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and planning for upcoming events.

• Approved Heather Ganus for Jr. Theatre Chair position (unanimous)
• Adopted June 2, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted May 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 9:51pm (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on June 1, 2021. The agenda lists three items, all scheduled for 6:00 P.M., but provides no details on the topics. The meeting appears to be procedural, with public hearings scheduled, but the specific subjects are not described in the provided text.

• Three agenda items, all at 6:00 P.M.
• Public hearings scheduled
• Meeting documents available as PDFs

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approve a rezone of approximately 26 acres at 1693 W 2700 S from GC, A-1, and R-1/R-2 to Planned Residential Development (PRD) for a 136-unit project by Psion Homes, with the condition that lots 41 and 42 be adjusted to align with staff comments. The Commission also approved a subdivision amendment for the Mowers, recommended approval of the Antelope's Edge final plat, and approved a land acquisition for the 2400 W right-of-way expansion. The meeting included a work session where no formal decisions were made.

• Approved subdivision amendment for Joyce Mower at 1516 S 4000 W (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Psion Homes rezone to PRD with condition on lots 41 and 42 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Antelope's Edge final plat with staff comments condition (unanimous)
• Approved $18,900 land acquisition for 2400 W right-of-way expansion (unanimous)

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including welcoming new members, reviewing expiring terms, and planning upcoming preparedness presentations and articles. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items.

• Welcome new members Jennifer Eagle and Brigham Young
• Review expiring committee terms for Judy Meservey, Lane Smith, Patrick Carroll, Duane Cheney
• Plan July 17 TNT First Aid class and September webinar on heating homes in emergencies
• Discuss topics for October Syracuse Connection magazine article
• Report on Syracuse City Website Preparedness progress

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the Public Safety Impact Fee Analysis and Facilities Plan, which would raise the fee from $302 to $874 per household and from $0.21 to $0.75 per square foot of commercial space. The council will also review the draft Water Conservation Plan, Secondary Water Drought Contingency Plan, and several planning items including rezonings and a scooter rental business expansion. Budget amendments, wage scale updates, and fee schedule changes are also on the agenda.

• Proposed public safety impact fee increase: $302 to $874 per household, $0.21 to $0.75 per sq ft commercial
• Discussion of draft Water Conservation Plan and Secondary Water Drought Contingency Plan
• Rezone of 1998 W. 2700 S. from R-2 and A-1 to Industrial (ID)
• Rezone of 1556 S. 2000 W. from General Commercial to Mixed Use Development (MXD)
• Discussion of scooter rental business expansion by Mike Butler (Bird Scooters)

The Syracuse City Council held a work session on May 25, 2021, discussing multiple items but taking no final votes. The Council concluded to move a proposed increase to the Public Safety Impact Fee to the next business meeting for a public hearing and final action. The proposed fee would increase from $302 to $874 per household and from $0.21 to $0.75 per square foot of commercial space. The Council also directed staff to seek a Planning Commission recommendation on adjusting the city's swimming pool ordinance and to place several items on the June 8 business meeting agenda, including a vote on a branding/signage contract and reconsideration of the UTOPIA fiber agreement.

• Moved proposed Public Safety Impact Fee increase to June 8 business meeting for public hearing and action
• Directed staff to seek Planning Commission recommendation on swimming pool ordinance amendments
• Tabled discussion on Bird Scooters expansion until next work session
• Moved proposed rezone at 1998 W. 2700 S. to next business meeting for continued discussion and vote
• Moved proposed rezone at 1556 S. 2000 W. to next business meeting for continued discussion and action
• Directed staff to place Interlocal Agreement with Clinton and Sunset Cities on June 8 consent calendar
• Directed staff to include amended Davis County Paramedic Services agreement on June 8 agenda
• Placed item on June 8 agenda to allow Council to reconsider UTOPIA fiber contract

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting on May 18, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda includes public hearings and other items, but the provided text lists no specific topics, decisions, or proposals. The meeting appears to be procedural, with only agenda and packet documents referenced.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Agenda and packet documents available for review

The Syracuse Planning Commission recommended denial of a rezone from General Commercial to Mixed Use Development for the proposed Towns at City Center project at 1556 S 2000 W, citing inadequate parking. The commission also approved a major conditional use permit for a home business at 4618 W Blue Heron Circle, recommended approval of a General Plan amendment for high density residential at 2376 W 1700 S, and denied a site plan for the Antelope Business Condos project.

• Approved major conditional use permit for home business at 4618 W Blue Heron Circle (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of General Plan amendment to High Density Residential at 2376 W 1700 S (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of rezone from GC to MXD at 1556 S 2000 W (4-1)
• Denied site plan for Antelope Business Condos at 1475 W Antelope Drive (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare MXD ordinance amendment for next agenda

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use applications, including a rezoning for 1000 W. 1900 S. and a preliminary plat for Antelope Edge. The meeting also includes discussions on the FY 2021-2022 tentative budget and authorizing a fiber communications contract with UTOPIA.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-09: Rezoning 1000 W. 1900 S. from Agricultural to Planned Residential Development
• Approval of Antelope Edge Planned Residential Development preliminary plat at 1900 S. 1000 W.
• Authorization of Fiber Communications and Acquisition Contract with Utah Infrastructure Agency (UTOPIA)
• Acceptance of FY 2021-2022 Tentative budget and authorization to hire one additional full-time Fire Fighter
• Proposed rezone of 1550 W. 300 S. from Agricultural to Mixed-Use Development

The Syracuse City Council authorized the administration to execute a fiber communications and acquisition contract with Utah Infrastructure Agency (UTOPIA), a partnership that will bond approximately $20.7 million to fund construction of a city-wide fiber system. The Council also approved a rezone of 3.081 acres at 1000 W. 1900 S. from Agricultural to Planned Residential Development, and granted preliminary plat approval for the Antelope Edge PRD, a 24-home development. Additionally, the Council accepted the FY 2021-2022 tentative budget, set a public hearing for June 8, 2021, and authorized hiring one additional full-time firefighter.

• Authorized administration to execute fiber communications and acquisition contract with UTOPIA (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-09 rezoning 1000 W. 1900 S. from Agricultural to Planned Residential Development (all in favor)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for Antelope Edge PRD, 24 single-family homes (all in favor)
• Accepted FY 2021-2022 tentative budget, set public hearing for June 8, 2021, authorized hiring one additional firefighter (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-10 amending Parks Advisory Committee and Recreation Director code sections (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Adopted Resolution R21-11 adopting youth program overnight trip policy (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Approved sponsorships for North Davis Communities that Care 2021 events (all in favor)
• Approved 2021 Municipal Election vote center and alternate polling locations (all in favor)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting electronically to adopt the agenda and minutes, approve budget expenditures, and discuss the 2021 season for Theatre, Jr Theatre, and Music, including updates on upcoming performances and camps. The council will also review publicity plans, report on bylaw status, and discuss committee updates and future agenda items.

• Approve budget expenditures since April 7, 2021
• Updates on Orchestra Concert (May), Big Fish (June), Jr. Theatre Summer Camp (June), Matilda Jr. (November)
• Promotion calendar approval
• Report on Bylaw Status
• Public comment opportunity (3-minute limit)

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved moving the Matilda Jr. performances to November 4-6 with rehearsals on November 1-3, and assigned LeAnna Hamblin to handle Jr. Theatre assignments for the next 30 days. The council also approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed upcoming events including the May orchestra concert, Big Fish in June, and the Jr. Theatre Summer Camp. No public comment was made, and no new expenses were reported.

• Approved moving Matilda Jr. performances to Nov. 4-6 with rehearsals Nov. 1-3 (all in favor)
• Assigned LeAnna Hamblin Jr. Theatre assignments for next 30 days (all in favor)
• Approved May 5, 2021 agenda as written (all in favor)
• Approved April 7, 2021 minutes as written (all in favor)

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on May 4, 2021. The agenda lists three items, all scheduled for 6:00 P.M., but provides no details about what will be discussed or decided. The agenda appears to be procedural, with only document links and no substantive content.

• Three agenda items, all at 6:00 P.M.
• Public hearings scheduled for 05/04/2021
• Meeting packet available as PDF

The Planning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend City Council approve a rezone of approximately 1.45 acres at 1998 W 2700 S from A-1 (Agricultural) and R-2 to ID (Industrial Development) to accommodate a growing home wood shop business. The recommendation includes a condition that City Council amend the general plan map. Concerns were raised about proximity to single-family housing and potential precedent for neighboring parcels, but the motion carried with Commissioner Wessel dissenting.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Recommended rezone from A-1 and R-2 to ID at 1998 W 2700 S (6-1, Wessel dissenting)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to discuss a potential partnership with UTOPIA for a fiber-to-the-home internet project, following resident requests and a survey showing support. The council will also review two proposed rezonings, potential ordinance amendments, and the FY 2022 tentative budget. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.

• Discussion of UTOPIA fiber internet project, including a third-party ownership model and potential city loan if subscriber rates fall short
• Proposed rezone of 1550 W. 300 S. from Agricultural (A-1) to Mixed-Use Development (MXD)
• Proposed rezone and preliminary plat approval of 1900 S. 1000 W. from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Residential Development (PRD)
• Potential text amendments to ordinances on excavation regulations and fees, and Town Center Overlay Zone pedestrian safety design
• Continued review of FY 2022 tentative budget

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and expressed support for proceeding with the UTOPIA high-speed fiber project, directing staff to draft a partnership agreement for the next business meeting. They also discussed but did not vote on a proposed rezone at 1550 W. 300 S., choosing to delay action until more information is available. The Council supported moving the PRD rezone at 1900 S. 1000 W. to the May 11 business meeting for a vote, and directed staff to include an action item to fund a new firefighter position immediately. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Supported UTOPIA fiber project, directed staff to draft partnership agreement
• Delayed action on rezone at 1550 W. 300 S. (A-1 to MXD)
• Supported moving PRD rezone at 1900 S. 1000 W. to May 11 business meeting
• Directed staff to include firefighter hiring action on May 11 agenda
• Agreed to reduce Parks Advisory Committee liaisons to one non-voting member
• Agreed to move Arts Council bylaws amendments to business meeting agenda
• Delayed excavation ordinance and fee changes to June 8 business meeting
• Directed staff to adjust Town Center Overlay pedestrian safety amendments

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to review the April 17 disaster exercise, discuss a possible presentation to the City Council, and plan upcoming website and magazine content. The agenda includes reports on the exercise, thank-you cards for participating businesses, and several website presentations on emergency topics.

• Report on April 17th Disaster Exercise by Dan Merkling
• Discussion on making an official DPC presentation to the City Council
• Terry Palmer to report on J&J Raised Flower Beds recorded presentation for YouTube and City Website
• Judy to report on July website presentation on First Aid Kit Assembly and September on heating home in emergency
• Article assignments for Syracuse Connection Magazine through 2022

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on April 20, 2021. The agenda lists public hearings and other items, but the provided text contains only the meeting header and document links, with no details on specific agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with substantive details available only in the linked PDF documents.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Agenda and packet documents available as PDFs

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved the site plan for the LDS temple on 12.27 acres at 1025 S 2500 W, and approved the Arlo Apartments site plan at 1600 W 1700 S, subject to updated fencing materials. The commission tabled both the site plan and subdivision for the Antelope Business Condos at 1475 W Antelope Drive, and recommended city council approval of a rezone for Abington at 1550 W 300 S.

• Approved LDS temple site plan, 12.27 acres at 1025 S 2500 W (unanimous)
• Approved Arlo Apartments site plan, 11.2 acres at 1600 W 1700 S, subject to updated fencing materials (unanimous)
• Tabled Antelope Business Condos site plan at 1475 W Antelope Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled Antelope Business Condos subdivision at 1475 W Antelope Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended city council approval of Abington rezone from A-1 to MXD, 9.14 acres at 1550 W 300 S (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council approved a mid-year budget adjustment (Resolution R21-09), authorized the administration to execute a multi-jurisdictional interlocal agreement for paramedic services, and approved the sale of city-owned land at 1150 S. 1000 W. to Fieldstone Homes for $4,335,000. The council also adopted several resolutions, including appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments, and approved a resolution restricting pressure-irrigation water use with a delayed start to May 1. All votes were unanimous except for the General Plan amendment (Ordinance 2021-07), which passed 4-1 with Councilmember Maughan opposed.

• Adopted Resolution R21-09 adjusting the FY2021 budget (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of multi-jurisdictional interlocal agreement for paramedic services (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-07 amending General Plan map for 1693 W. 2700 S. (4-1, Maughan opposed)
• Authorized real estate purchase contract for 1150 S. 1000 W. with Fieldstone Homes for $4,335,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-15 restricting pressure-irrigation water use, delaying season start to May 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-12 appointing Lonn Hunter and Kyler Mecham to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-13 appointing Shawn Gilbert to Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Denied request to begin RFQ process for Administrative Hearing Officer (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting electronically to review and possibly approve revised bylaws, discuss an open board position, and plan the 2021 season for theatre, Jr. Theatre, and music, including approving ticket prices. They will also discuss publicity, website updates, and a possible 501(c)(3) status and email system changes. The meeting includes public comment and routine approvals of minutes and budget expenditures.

• Review and possible approval of revised bylaws
• Approve ticket prices for 2021 events including 'Big Fish' (June) and 'Matilda Jr.' (November)
• Discussion of 501(c)(3) status and email options (Microsoft 365 at $4.99/month/user or free Google Workspace for non-profits)
• Procedure for filling a vacated board position and posting for open position
• Approval of promotion calendar and website updates

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved revised bylaws with a word change from 'play' to 'performance', and approved ticket prices for the 'Big Fish' production ($15 adults, $11 students/seniors, $8 lawn) with discount options. The council also voted to advertise for a vacant Jr. Theatre board position with a submission deadline of April 26-May 26, and to accept Jackie Rawlins as Jr. Camp Director if she volunteers, otherwise to consider cancelling the camp. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and included routine approvals of minutes and agenda.

• Approved the April 7, 2021 agenda as written.
• Approved the March 3 and March 16, 2021 minutes as written.
• Approved the revised bylaws with the change from 'play' to 'performance' in Article 12.
• Approved advertising for a Jr. Theatre board position with a submission deadline of April 26-May 26.
• Approved ticket prices for 'Big Fish': $15 for adults, $11 for students/seniors, $8 for lawn seats (Cindy voted nay).
• Approved discount ticket options including military discount, early bird discounts, and a family night on April 18 with $11 all seats and $8 grass seating.
• Approved accepting Jackie Rawlins as Jr. Camp Director if she volunteers, otherwise to seek another volunteer and meet in late April to decide on camp cancellation.

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is meeting on April 6, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda includes public hearings and regular agenda items, but the specific topics are not detailed in the provided text. The agenda appears to be procedural, with documents referenced but not included.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Regular agenda items at 6:00 P.M.
• Meeting packet and agenda documents referenced

The Syracuse Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a rezone of 3.081 acres at approximately 1900 S 1000 W from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Residential Development (PRD), and also recommended approval of the preliminary plat for Antelope's Edge at the same location, contingent on the rezone and resolution of staff comments. The Commission also approved a site plan for Trico Commercial, recommended a text amendment to city code regarding excavations, and approved the final plat for Shoreline East Phase I.

• Recommended approval of rezone to PRD for 3.081 acres at 1900 S 1000 W (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Antelope's Edge at 1900 S 1000 W, contingent on rezone and staff comments (unanimous)
• Approved Trico Commercial site plan on 1.25 acres at 1771 S Bluff Ridge Dr, finding driveways legal nonconforming (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of city code amendment to Chapter 4.05.070 regarding excavations (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Shoreline East Phase I on 32.736 acres at 2975 S 3000 W, with condition that addressing be added (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council convened a special meeting on March 26, 2021, via Zoom due to COVID-19 health risks. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items: calling the meeting to order, adopting the agenda, and considering adjournment into a closed executive session. No specific public policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed for discussion.

• Consideration of adjourning into Closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 52-4-205 of the Open and Public Meetings Law
• Meeting held electronically via Zoom under House Bill 5002 due to Mayor's written determination regarding COVID-19 risks

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee will meet to discuss the upcoming April 17 disaster exercise, including business donations, door prizes, and winner selection. They will also review volunteer needs for the RDAP video, decide on a next Zoom presentation, and consider a new member application. The agenda includes routine updates on district articles and future topics.

• Discussion of April 17th Disaster Exercise, including door prizes and winner determination
• Volunteers needed to finish filming of RDAP video
• Decision on next Zoom presentation topic and date
• Application of Jennifer Eagle for DPC membership
• Future article topics: first aid kits, water purification, home heating

City Council

The City Council is considering a contract for the 1200 South road project and a resolution to support Davis County's updated hazard mitigation plan. The meeting also includes a proposed proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

• Contract award for 1200 South road project improvements between 4100 West and 4500 West
• Resolution R21-08 supporting the Davis County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Joint Proclamation 21-02 designating April 2021 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
• Assignment of various parks/recreation projects to the Parks Advisory Committee

The City Council approved a contract with Green Construction, Inc. for $235,195.90 to improve the south half of 1200 South Street between 4100 West and 4500 West. The Council also adopted a proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a resolution supporting Davis County's hazard mitigation plan update, and referred several parks projects to the Parks Advisory Committee. The meeting included a closed executive session for real property and litigation discussions.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Adopted Joint Proclamation 21-02 designating April 2021 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
• Adopted Resolution R21-08 supporting Davis County in updating the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Authorized administration to award the 1200 South road project contract to Green Construction, Inc. for $235,195.90.
• Forwarded parks/recreation projects to the Parks Advisory Committee for a recommendation (vote 4-1, Councilmember Maughan opposed).
• Voted to convene in a closed executive session to discuss real property purchase and pending litigation.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council is holding a work session to discuss and review several items, including a draft interlocal agreement for paramedic services, a request from the Johnson family to purchase park land, and potential budget adjustments. The agenda also includes presentations on a pond shoreline project and Comcast services, as well as discussions on zoning changes, fee schedules, and various policies.

• Draft Interlocal Agreement for paramedic services with Davis County and other cities
• Request of Johnson family to purchase portion of property at Rock Creek Park
• Proposed rezone at 939 W. 3150 S. from R-1 to R-1
• General Plan Map amendment for old R.C. Willey Site at 1693 W. 2700 S.
• Potential amendments to Syracuse City Consolidated Fee Schedule

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and discussed multiple items, including a draft interlocal agreement for transitioning paramedic services from Davis County to municipalities. The Council expressed support for the agreement and directed staff to place it on the April 13 business meeting agenda for a vote. They also discussed the budget, fee schedule, and other planning items, but no formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Directed staff to place interlocal paramedic agreement on April 13 agenda for vote
• Supported proceeding with engineering for 50-acre park on Gentile St./2000 West
• Supported option B for pickleball court lighting at Founders Park (approx. $95,000)
• Concluded not to pursue disconnecting Rock Creek Park property for sale to Johnson family
• Supported resolution for Davis County Hazard Mitigation Plan (to be voted on later)
• Discussed budget opening, fee schedule amendments, and utility betterments for West Davis Corridor

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on March 16, 2021. The agenda lists three items, all scheduled for 6:00 P.M., including the amended agenda, public hearings, and the meeting packet. No specific topics or decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Amended agenda for 3/16/2021
• Public hearings scheduled for 03/16/2021
• Meeting packet for 03/16/2021

The Syracuse Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council leave the current zoning designation (General Commercial) in place for the area near 1875 W 1700 S, rather than rezoning to Professional Office. The commission also voted 4-2 to leave the town center overlay ordinance as is, rejecting a proposal to table the matter for further discussion. Both decisions came after public hearings where a representative for Maverik expressed interest in building a new convenience store on a parcel in the area.

• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the minutes of the February 16 and March 2, 2021 meetings as presented (unanimous).
• Recommended to City Council to leave the current zoning designation as General Commercial for the area near 1875 W 1700 S (unanimous).
• Voted to leave the town center overlay ordinance (10.100.030) as is, with no amendments (4-2, with Chair Cragun and Commissioner Kennington dissenting).
• A motion to table the ordinance discussion for further staff preparation failed for lack of a second.
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 7:23 p.m. (unanimous).
• Adjourned the work session at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous).

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council is holding a special meeting to handle administrative business: filling a vacated board position, discussing business sponsorship letters, approving a director for the April 2021 Reader's Theatre, and reviewing proposed bylaw revisions. The meeting is being held electronically via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Procedure for filling vacated board position and posting the open position
• Discussion of business sponsorship letters
• Approval of director for April 2021 Reader's Theatre
• Bylaw revision presented by Paul Roberts
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per person)

The Syracuse City Arts Council held a special meeting and revised its bylaws section by section with the City Attorney, who will bring the document back for final approval. The board decided to advertise the open board position in The Syracuse Connection magazine and discussed a timeline for filling it, but will wait to advertise until further details are discussed. They also approved a sponsorship form, approved Brie as Reader's Theatre Director, and discussed having someone from the Jr. Theatre Committee oversee Summer Camp.

• Amended the agenda to move the bylaw revision item up for discussion.
• Reviewed and proposed changes to the bylaws with the City Attorney; final approval pending.
• Decided to advertise the open board position in The Syracuse Connection magazine.
• Approved the sponsorship form as written, with Libby and LeAnna to help edit the cover letter.
• Approved Brie for the role of Reader's Theatre Director.
• Discussed having a Jr. Theatre Committee member oversee Summer Camp, with LeAnna to reach out via Facebook.

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and consent agenda items, including final plats for Still Water Phases 10 and 11, an ordinance on plat approval, and contracts for election services and the 500 West project. They will also discuss a proclamation for Social and Emotional Learning Day, a wastewater planning resolution, and whether to start the RFQ process for an Administrative Hearing Officer. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Final Plat, Still Water Phase 10, at approximately 2000 W. Parkview Drive
• Final Plat, Still Water Phase 11, at approximately 2000 W. Parkview Drive
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-03, text amendment on preliminary and final plat approval process
• Authorize contract for election services with Davis County Clerk’s Office
• Authorize amendment to agreement with Clearfield City for 500 West project grant matching funds

The Syracuse City Council approved final plats for Still Water Phases 10 and 11, adopted Ordinance 2021-03 to move preliminary and final plat approvals to the Planning Commission, authorized an election services contract with Davis County, and approved a proclamation for Social and Emotional Learning Day. The council also tabled a decision on hiring an administrative hearing officer until April 13. A public comment about selling unused land at Rock Creek Park was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved final plat for Still Water Phase 10 (25 lots) at 2000 W. Parkview Drive (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Still Water Phase 11 (32 lots) at 2000 W. Parkview Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-03 moving preliminary and final plat approvals to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized administration to execute election services contract with Davis County Clerk's Office (unanimous)
• Authorized administration to execute amendment to agreement with Clearfield City for 500 West project grant matching funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Joint Proclamation 21-01 designating last Friday in March as International Social and Emotional Learning Day (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-07 affirming review of Municipal Wastewater Planning Program Annual Self-Assessment (unanimous)
• Tabled action on administrative hearing officer RFQ until April 13 (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency will consider a resolution authorizing an agreement to fund infrastructure improvements for a proposed office/retail/storage development near the Pizza Factory. The $512,897.40 would cover sewer, storm drain, water lines, and paving, with the developer required to grant public access easements and complete buildings by set deadlines. The item was previously tabled twice and is now up for a vote.

• Resolution RDA21-02 authorizing $512,897.40 for infrastructure improvements
• Project includes 5,000 sq ft retail, 20,000 sq ft flex office/warehouse, 23,000 sq ft storage
• Three bids received: Wasatch Sand and Gravel $512,897.40, Consolidated Paving $624,802.75, Slippery Rock $626,109.10
• Developer must grant public access easements and complete buildings by Dec 31, 2021, 2022, and 2024
• Funds from 750 West RDA area tax increment

The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency approved Resolution RDA21-02, authorizing a tax increment rebate agreement for infrastructure improvements to support a proposed office/retail/storage facility project near the Pizza Factory. The $512,897 in funds will be used for drive aisles, sewer, storm drain, water lines, and paving. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was held virtually and adjourned immediately after the vote.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved Resolution RDA21-02 authorizing a tax increment rebate agreement for the office/retail/storage facility project, with all members voting in favor.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:08 p.m. unanimously.

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting electronically to approve the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures, and to consider moving the April meeting. They will discuss and vote on the 2021 season for theatre, Jr. Theatre, and music, including a proposed orchestra concert and a change to the 'Matilda Jr.' audition date. The council will also review publicity plans, consider bylaw amendments, and review grant contract commitments.

• Vote to change 'Matilda Jr.' audition date due to production team conflicts
• Proposed Orchestra Concert May 10th at Syracuse High
• Bylaw update and amendment consideration
• Grant contract review of commitments
• Promotion calendar approval

The Syracuse City Arts Council voted to hold a special meeting on March 16, 2021 to discuss and revise the bylaws, with the city attorney generating a fresh red-lined document. The board also accepted Brie Corrington's resignation for family reasons and will publicly notice the vacancy. Several 2021 season items were approved, including Reader's Theatre shows, audition date changes for 'Matilda Jr.', and an orchestra concert date.

• Approved four Reader's Theatre shows for 'Fairytales from around the world' theme (all in favor)
• Changed 'Matilda Jr.' audition dates to July 29-30 with callbacks on July 31 (all in favor)
• Approved Orchestra Concert at Syracuse High on May 10 at 7pm (all in favor)
• Scheduled special bylaw meeting for March 16 at 8pm (all in favor except Candice abstained)
• Accepted Brie Corrington's resignation from the board
• Approved putting sponsorship letter on March 16 agenda
• Tabled newsletter email due to deliverability concerns
• Approved March 3 agenda and February 3 minutes with correction

Planning Commission

The Syracuse, UT Planning Commission is meeting on March 2, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda includes public hearings and a regular meeting, but the specific items to be discussed are not listed in the provided text. The agenda appears to be procedural, with only document links and times listed.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Regular meeting scheduled for 6:00 P.M.

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved a conditional use request for a preschool home business at approximately 2366 Bluff Ridge Drive, allowing six class sessions per week instead of the standard four. The commission also recommended the City Council approve a rezone of approximately 0.37 acres at 939 West 3150 South from R-2 to R-1 to resolve split zoning on a single parcel. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approved conditional use for preschool at 2366 Bluff Ridge Drive with six class sessions per week (unanimous).
• Recommended City Council approve rezone of 0.37 acres at 939 W 3150 S from R-2 to R-1 (unanimous).
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous).
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 6:13 p.m. to proceed to work session (unanimous).
• Adjourned the work session at 6:18 p.m. (unanimous).

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The Syracuse City Disaster Prep Committee will meet to review action items and plan the April 17th disaster exercise, including selecting a venue (the Community Center is unavailable), distributing Zoom details, and awarding door prizes. They will also discuss volunteer needs for an RDAP video, a March 13th J&J Zoom presentation, and upcoming article assignments for the Syracuse Connection.

• April 17th Disaster Exercise planning, including Zoom meeting ID publication and door prize distribution
• Discussion of alternative venue for April 17th exercise (Community Center reserved)
• J&J Zoom Presentation scheduled for March 13 at 10:00 am, venue to be decided
• Article assignments: Freeze Dried Foods (Syracuse South), FRS/GMRS radio (Legacy District), Water (Bluff District)
• Discussion of topics/assignments for July/Aug/Sept articles and alternative mass texting programs

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposal for a BMX/pump track, miscellaneous parks projects, a Communities That Care illumination event, a visit from Davis County Commissioner Elliott, a Comcast presentation, options for replacing a wall on 2200 West, several planning items including a General Plan Map amendment and final plats, a youth travel policy, an election services contract, and an amendment to an agreement with Clearfield City. The meeting is held electronically via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Proposal to construct BMX/pump track in Syracuse City
• Continued discussion of General Plan Map amendment for old R.C. Willey Site (1693 W. 2700 S.) to Medium Density Residential
• Final Plat for Still Water Phase 10 and Phase 11 at 2000 W. Parkview Drive
• Discussion of options for replacement of wall on 2200 West in Canterbury Corners subdivision
• Proposed contract for election services with Davis County Clerk’s Office

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and discussed multiple items but took no formal votes. The Council expressed support for a $512,897 RDA incentive for an office/retail/storage facility, directing staff to schedule a special RDA meeting for action. They also supported moving final plats for Still Water Phases 10 and 11 to the March 9 business meeting agenda, and discussed a proposed policy on youth travel/overnight outings, requesting further revisions.

• Supported RDA incentive for office/retail/storage project; directed staff to schedule special RDA meeting
• Supported moving Still Water Phase 10 final plat to March 9 business meeting for action
• Supported moving Still Water Phase 11 final plat to March 9 business meeting for action
• Supported moving plat approval process text amendment to consent calendar of next business meeting
• Supported moving election services contract with Davis County to consent calendar of next business meeting
• Concluded to increase budget for 500 West project agreement amendment with Clearfield City
• Discussed BMX/pump track proposal; expressed support for exploring project
• Discussed youth travel/overnight outing policy; requested further revisions

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several administrative items, including authorizing an agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation for utility easements across Layton Canal, awarding a contract for the Parks Maintenance Facility Design project, and adopting a resolution for up to $8,000,000 in Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from February 9, 2021, and may recess into a closed executive session for legal and property discussions.

• Authorize agreement with Bureau of Reclamation for utility easements across Layton Canal
• Award contract for Parks Maintenance Facility Design project
• Adopt resolution R21-06 authorizing up to $8,000,000 in Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds
• Approve minutes from February 9, 2021 Business and Special RDA meetings
• Possible closed executive session for individual, litigation, or real property matters

The Syracuse City Council approved a contract with JRCA Architects for the design of a new Parks Maintenance Facility, following a competitive RFP process. The council also authorized an agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation for utility easements across Layton Canal, with a recommendation for perpetual terms. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution R21-06 to allow refinancing of up to $8 million in lease revenue bonds through the bond market. All votes were unanimous.

• Authorized administration to execute agreement with Bureau of Reclamation for utility easements across Layton Canal (unanimous)
• Awarded Parks Maintenance Facility design contract to JRCA Architects (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R21-06 authorizing bond market sale for up to $8M in refunding bonds (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council and Municipal Building Authority are meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the refinancing of up to $8 million in lease revenue refunding bonds. The resolution would allow the bonds to be sold on the market, potentially securing a lower interest rate than the current 1.9% rate. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Resolution MBA21-01 authorizing an Official Statement and additional method of sale for Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds up to $8,000,000
• Bonds originally issued in 2006 and 2008 for City Hall, police station renovation, and public works building addition
• Refinancing would cover remaining years of the 2016 bond
• Current interest rate is 1.9% flat; potential for lower rate via market sale
• Meeting held electronically via Zoom due to COVID-19

The Syracuse City Municipal Building Authority voted to adopt Resolution MBA21-01, which authorizes an official statement and related documents, and adds an additional method of sale (going to the bond market) for previously authorized Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds of up to $8,000,000. This action allows the Authority to seek lower interest rates on the remaining years of the 2016 bond, potentially saving money. The meeting was held virtually via Zoom and streamed on YouTube, and the agenda was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted the agenda unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution MBA21-01 authorizing an official statement and related documents, and an additional method of sale for previously authorized Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds of not more than $8,000,000; all voted aye.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:09 p.m. unanimously.

Planning Commission

This is the agenda for the Syracuse, Utah Planning Commission meeting on February 16, 2021. The agenda lists three items, all scheduled for 6:00 P.M., with associated documents (PDFs) for public hearings, the agenda, and the packet. No specific decisions or discussion topics are detailed in the provided text.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Planning Commission agenda and packet documents available as PDFs

The Syracuse Planning Commission unanimously approved a site plan for Syracuse Arts Academy's corridor expansion changes on approximately 16 acres at 2893 W 1700 S, with the condition that all staff comments are addressed. They also approved a subdivision amendment for Harmony Flats at 939 W 3150 S, adding approximately 1 acre to create a 2.5-acre lot, and a major conditional use permit for a basement apartment at 1679 Marilyn Drive for Antelope Animal Hospital. All three decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved Syracuse Arts Academy site plan for ~16 acres at 2893 W 1700 S (unanimous)
• Approved Harmony Flats subdivision amendment for ~2.5 acres at 939 W 3150 S (unanimous)
• Approved major conditional use permit for dwelling at 1679 Marilyn Drive (unanimous)

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting electronically to review and approve the 2021 theatre, Jr. Theatre, and music season, including updates on 'Big Fish' and 'Matilda Jr.' performances. They will also discuss publicity plans, review the draft Policy and Procedure Manual, and consider holding a public hearing to adjust the budget to match actual expenses. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and budget expenditures.

• 2021 season updates: Reader's Theatre, 'Big Fish' in June, Jr. Theatre Summer Camp, Audition Workshop, 'Matilda Jr.' in November
• Review of draft Policy and Procedure Manual
• Discussion on holding public hearing to open budget to match actual expenses
• Publicity calendar approval and newsletter email starting in March
• Committee report on needs for grant applications

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved dates for the 2021 season, including a Reader's Theatre on April 8-9, a Jr. Theatre Camp June 7-18 with a pre-show June 18, and auditions for Matilda Jr. on July 16-17. A motion to hold a public hearing to reopen the budget failed (2 no votes, others abstained). The council also formed a committee to compile the council's history.

• Approved Reader's Theatre performances April 8-9 (all in favor)
• Approved Jr. Theatre Camp June 7-18 with pre-show June 18 (all in favor)
• Approved Matilda Jr. auditions July 16-17 and workshop July 10 (all in favor)
• Approved February online Valentine's/love song video submissions (all in favor)
• Approved forming a committee to compile SCAC history (all in favor)
• Motion to hold public hearing to reopen budget failed (2 no, others abstained)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding a meeting on February 2, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings and regular agenda items, but the specific topics are not detailed in the provided text. The meeting packet and agenda documents are available for reference.

• Public hearings scheduled for 6:00 PM
• Regular agenda items at 6:00 PM
• Meeting documents: agenda and packet PDFs

The Syracuse Planning Commission unanimously approved a major conditional use permit for WSC Tools, allowing a home business with a commercial tool truck at 2584 S 1475 W. They also approved a site plan for Ultimate Car Wash at 1544 W 300 S, with conditions, and recommended city council adoption of a text amendment for multi-family building signage. Final plats for Still Water Phases 10 and 11 were recommended for approval.

• Approved major conditional use for WSC Tools home business (unanimous)
• Approved Ultimate Car Wash site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended city council adopt multi-family building sign requirements (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Still Water Phase 10 final plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Still Water Phase 11 final plat (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially provide direction on several items. Key topics include options for city-wide high-speed fiber internet, multiple planning items such as preliminary and final plats for subdivisions, and potential text amendments. The council will also discuss a budget amendment, purchasing additional irrigation water, and a potential agreement with West Point City.

• Discuss options for city-wide high-speed fiber internet access
• Preliminary and Final Plat for Distant Serenade Subdivision at ~2866 S. 3000 W.
• Final Plat for Criddle Farms Phase 5 at ~4000 W. 700 S.
• General Plan Map amendment for old R.C. Willey Site at ~1693 W. 2700 S.
• Discuss purchase of 150 acre-feet of irrigation water from Weber Basin

The Syracuse City Council held a work session and made several key decisions. They declined to support the General Plan amendment for the old R.C. Willey site due to density concerns, asking the applicant to revise the plan. They also supported moving two subdivision plats to the consent agenda, directed staff to prepare a parking ordinance amendment with specific restrictions, and supported proceeding with a budget amendment for the Public Works wall project. No formal votes were taken, as this was a work session.

• Supported moving Distant Serenade Subdivision preliminary/final plat to consent agenda
• Supported moving Criddle Farms Phase 5 final plat to consent agenda
• Declined to support General Plan amendment for old R.C. Willey site, asked for revised plan
• Directed staff to prepare parking ordinance amendment with winter overnight ban and 48-hour limit
• Supported proceeding with budget amendment for Public Works shop wall project
• Supported proceeding with purchase of 150 acre-feet of irrigation water from Weber Basin
• Supported moving multi-family signage text amendment forward
• Supported proceeding with preliminary/final plat process text amendment

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission is holding a meeting on January 19, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings and regular agenda items, with supporting documents available for review. The specific topics for discussion or decision are not detailed in the provided text.

• Public hearings scheduled
• Regular agenda items
• Meeting documents available

The Syracuse Planning Commission approved the site plan for the Holt Apartments & Townhomes project at 1283 W 1700 S, with conditions requiring the developer to meet all staff comments except those related to window color/size, garage doors, and a vinyl fence. The commission also recommended the City Council amend the General Plan Map for the former RC Willey site from Commercial to Medium Density Residential, with conditions to remove townhomes abutting 2640 S and reduce townhome count by 10%. Additionally, the commission approved a plat amendment for Fremont Park Subdivision and the final plat for Criddle Farms Phase 5.

• Approved Holt Apartments & Townhomes site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended General Plan Map amendment for former RC Willey site to Medium Density Residential (6-1, Chair Cragun dissenting)
• Approved Fremont Park Subdivision plat amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Criddle Farms Phase 5 final plat (unanimous)
• Tabled Holt site plan motion failed for lack of second
• Extended meeting until 10:00 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The Syracuse City Council will hold a regular meeting with several land-use and administrative items. Key actions include proposed ordinances to rezone property at 4258 W. 1700 S. from residential to commercial, approval of a final plat for Still Water Phase 9, and a contract award for the 1200 South Waterline Project. The council will also hear the annual report from the Justice Court judge and continue discussions on the Boysen Village project, tandem parking rules, and building materials code.

• Ordinance 2021-01: amend General Plan Map for 4258 W. 1700 S. from Low Density Residential to Commercial
• Ordinance 2021-02: amend Zoning Map from R-1 to General Commercial for 4258 W. 1700 S.
• Final Plat approval for Still Water, Phase 9, at approximately 2000 W. Parkview Drive
• Authorize contract award for 1200 South Waterline Project
• Continued discussion on Boysen Village project at approximately 4000 W. Antelope Drive

City Council

This is a strategic goals retreat, not a regular business meeting. The City Council will discuss and finalize the mission and vision statements, review a long-range financial model through FY2031, and set priorities for five-year plans covering roads, utilities, parks, economic development, and staffing. No formal votes are scheduled; decisions will be adopted at a later business meeting.

• Review and finalize Mission and Vision statements for adoption at January business meeting
• Long-range financial model projects 320 single-family homes/year, 1,200 multifamily units by FY2031, and major capital bonds: $10M park bond (FY2024), $5M Fire Station 2 bond (FY2028), $10M park bond (FY2029)
• Five-year roads and utilities capital plan includes projects like Bluff Road Improvements ($1.82M) and Antelope Secondary Replacement ($1M)
• Parks planning: city is 18 acres behind parkland standard, needs ~60 acres for future buildout; major projects include 50-acre Regional Park and Cemetery Expansion
• Staffing plan: 55 total FTEs projected added, including paramedics shift from county; 4-9 FTEs per year

Syracuse Arts Council

The Syracuse City Arts Council will meet electronically to approve the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures, then discuss the Reader's Theatre event, plan the 2021 season for theatre, Jr. Theatre, and music, and review publicity efforts. A work session will focus on the draft SCAC Policy and Procedure Manual, followed by committee updates and future agenda items.

• Approve budget expenditures since Nov 4, 2020
• Report on Reader's Theatre Event for Jr. Theatre and Theatre group
• Plan 2021 Season for Theatre, Jr Theatre, and Music
• Review publicity: promotion calendar, Syracuse Connection, newsletter frequency
• Work session on SCAC Policy and Procedure Manual draft

The Syracuse City Arts Council approved plans for the 2021 season, including investigating and reserving the Syracuse Amphitheater for performances of Big Fish in June and Matilda Jr. in November. The board also approved planning for the Jr. Theatre Camp in June and a Reader's Theatre event in the spring. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved motion to investigate and reserve Syracuse Amphitheater for Big Fish on June 17, 18, 19, 21 (all in favor)
• Approved planning for Jr. Theatre Camp in June (all in favor)
• Approved planning for Matilda Jr. with auditions in July, rehearsals in August, performances in November (all in favor)
• Approved quarterly newsletter with additional event emails (all in favor)
• Approved agenda, minutes from Nov 4 and Nov 18, and budget expenditures since Nov 4 (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Syracuse Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 6 pm via Zoom has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. For questions, contact Syracuse Community Development.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Contact: 801-825-1477 or [email protected]