Syracuse public meetings in 2023
23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse Redevelopment Agency is considering a resolution to amend an interlocal agreement. This agreement involves the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District and the Syracuse 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area.
- Proposed Resolution RDA 23-08 regarding the Syracuse 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to approve routine business, including the agenda, prior minutes, and budget expenditures since October 4, 2023. The main discussion will focus on planning the 2023-2024 season events, including orchestra, jazz band, and theatre performances, as well as Jr. Theatre dates, summer camp, and fundraiser ideas. The council will also discuss storage, publicity, and the date for the December meeting/party.
- Approve budget expenditures since October 4, 2023
- 2023-2024 season events: Orchestra (Dec 18, Mar 11, May 20), Jazz Band (Dec 4), Theatre: Newsies (July 18-22, 2024)
- Jr. Theatre: discuss dates for next show and summer camp
- Fundraiser ideas
- Storage update and publicity (Syracuse Connection)
Municipal Building Authority
The Syracuse Municipal Building Authority is holding a public hearing on October 10, 2023, to receive input on its plan to issue up to $13 million in Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2023. The bond proceeds would finance a new fire station and related improvements. The public can also comment on potential economic impacts to the private sector. A 30-day petition period allows voters to force an election on the bond issuance if 20% of active voters sign a petition.
- Public hearing on Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2023, up to $13,000,000
- Bonds to finance new fire station and related improvements (2023 Project)
- Bonds bear interest up to 5.50% per annum, mature in up to 26 years
- Estimated total debt service cost: $24,739,200 if held to maturity
- 30-day period for voters to petition for an election on the bond issuance
Municipal Building Authority
The Syracuse Municipal Building Authority is holding a public hearing regarding the issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds. These funds are intended for the construction of Fire Station 32.
- Public hearing for the issuance of up to $13,000,000 in lease revenue bonds, series 2023
- Discussion of bond proceeds for the construction of Fire Station 32
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures since September 6, 2023. They will discuss and possibly vote on the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget and next year's junior theatre show, and review upcoming season events including orchestra, jazz band, and theatre performances.
- Approve budget expenditures since September 6, 2023
- Vote on 2023-2024 fiscal year budget (Sept. 2023 - Aug. 2024)
- Discussion and possible vote on Jr. show for next year
- 2023-2024 season events: Orchestra (Oct 30, Dec 18, Mar 11, May 20), Jazz Band (Dec 4), Seussical Jr. (Nov 2-4), Hunchback (July 2024)
- Fundraiser ideas discussion
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss and review routine business, including an emergency preparedness exercise, status of NIMS training courses, and updates on outreach efforts like magazine articles and a potential emergency fair. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review of December Syracuse Connection Magazine article 'Don't Worry, Be Happy' by Patrick Carroll
- Presentation of Emergency Preparedness exercise by Steven Loforte
- Status report on NIMS courses 100 and 700 completion by 1/1/24
- Update on frequency plan draft and ARES coordination with Clearfield, Layton, and Davis County
- Discussion of supporting Centerville Emergency Fair and city Facebook flier posting
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse City Council adopted Ordinance 2023-16, establishing the Syracuse 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area Project Area Plan. The plan allows for potential public investment using tax increment revenues within the defined boundaries. A 30-day public contest period is now open until October 23, 2023.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-16 for the 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area
- Project area bounded by Hwy 193, 2000 W/Hwy 108, 700 S, and 3000 W
- Plan allows potential use of tax increment revenues for community reinvestment
- 30-day period to contest the plan or adoption procedure ends October 23, 2023
- Plan available for inspection at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W 1900 S
Municipal Building Authority
The Syracuse City Municipal Building Authority will hold a special meeting to consider adopting Resolution MBA23-02, which authorizes the issuance and sale of up to $13,000,000 in lease revenue bonds, series 2023. The meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2023, immediately following the City Council and Special Redevelopment Agency business meetings.
- Adoption of Resolution MBA23-02 authorizing up to $13,000,000 in lease revenue bonds, series 2023
- Meeting to be held in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S., with electronic participation via Zoom and YouTube
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse City Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to consider the Syracuse 2500 W Community Reinvestment Project Area Plan and Budget. The plan would use property tax revenue from new development to fund infrastructure, housing, and other costs. The hearing is to take public comments on whether the plan should be revised, approved, or rejected.
- Public hearing on the Syracuse 2500 W Community Reinvestment Project Area Plan and Budget
- Project area boundaries: Hwy 193, 2000 W/Hwy 108, 700 S, 3000 W
- Estimated $33,299,244 in property tax revenues, capped at $20 million
- Tax revenue allocations: Syracuse City $4,547,183; Davis County $5,218,395; Davis School District $21,022,125; North Davis Sewer District $1,876,091; Davis Mosquito Abatement District $272,336; Weber Basin Water Conservancy District $363,114
- Funds for mandatory housing, infrastructure, developer incentives, and administrative expenses
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to approve routine items, hear public comment, and discuss the 2023-2024 season events. They will vote on new officers and consider whether to allow board members from outside Syracuse and give voting privileges to the city liaison. The council will also discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget.
- Vote on Chair/Treasurer/Secretary for coming year
- Discussion and vote on allowing board members from outside Syracuse
- Discussion and vote on voting privileges for council/city liaison
- Budget discussion for Sept. 2023 - Aug. 2024 fiscal year
- 2023-2024 season events: Orchestra, Jazz Band, Jr. Theatre (Seussical Jr.), Theatre (Hunchback)
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee will meet to review minutes, discuss committee business including a possible new Fremont District representative, and plan for an Emergency Preparedness Fair in 2025 or 2027. They will also update action items, including the 2024 emergency exercise patterned after the Buffalo Ridge RDAP exercise and a frequency plan update.
- Discuss new representative for Fremont District
- Plan Emergency Preparedness Fair for September 2025 or 2027
- 2024 exercise to be based on Buffalo Ridge RDAP exercise
- Update on frequency plan by Mr. Redmond
- Review of magazine article schedule
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse City Council and Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to consider accepting and approving the 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Project Area Plan and Budget. The public is invited to comment on the proposed budget during the hearing. Copies of the draft plan and budget are available from the Syracuse City Community and Economic Development Department.
- Public hearing on 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Project Area Plan and Budget
- Meeting at Syracuse City Council Chambers, 1979 W. 1900 S., or via Zoom
- Public comments on proposed budget will be heard
- Draft plan and budget available from Community and Economic Development Department
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse Redevelopment Agency will hold a special meeting to consider adopting the Syracuse 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Project Area Plan and authorizing interlocal agreements with Davis County, Davis School District, Mosquito Abatement District, North Davis Sewer District, and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District. A public hearing will be held on the proposed resolution. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2023, immediately following the City Council Business Meeting.
- Public hearing on Resolution RDA23-02 approving the Syracuse 2500 West CRA Project Area Plan
- Resolution RDA23-03: interlocal agreement with Davis County for the 2500 West CRA
- Resolution RDA23-04: interlocal agreement with Davis School District for the 2500 West CRA
- Resolution RDA23-05: interlocal agreement with Mosquito Abatement District - Davis for the 2500 West CRA
- Resolutions RDA23-06 and RDA23-07: interlocal agreements with North Davis Sewer District and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several upcoming items. They will review and adopt minutes, approve budget expenditures, and receive updates on the summer musical, AcaCon, and the Battle of the Bands fundraiser. The council will also consider the possibility of paying a professional team to stay competitive and discuss storage needs.
- Approve budget expenditures since June 7, 2023
- Discuss possibility of paying pro team to stay competitive
- Update on Battle of the Bands (August 26, 2023) - continue, postpone, or cancel
- Update on storage by Dave
- Public comment limited to three minutes
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including reviewing magazine articles, approving a Legacy District replacement, and planning future preparedness events. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Review of September magazine article on canned goods expiration by Duane Cheney
- Review of October magazine article on fire prevention by Brigham Young
- Approval of Scott Bohn as Legacy District replacement
- Planning for September 2025 Emergency Preparedness Fair
- Discussion of 2024 emergency exercise patterned after Buffalo Ridge RDAP
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council will meet to vote on hiring a director and production team for Seussical Jr., discuss group discounts for Freaky Friday, and vote on shipping containers. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.
- Vote on director and pro team for Seussical Jr.
- Discussion on group discounts for Freaky Friday
- Vote on shipping containers
- Publicity via Syracuse Connection and other channels
Municipal Building Authority
The Syracuse Municipal Building Authority will hold a special business meeting to adopt its annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting includes a public hearing on Resolution MBA 23-01, as required by Utah law. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Resolution MBA 23-01 adopting the MBA annual budget for FY 2023-2024
- Meeting held in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S., and via Zoom
- Agenda includes only budget adoption and adjournment
Redevelopment Agency
The Syracuse Redevelopment Agency will hold a special business meeting to consider adopting its annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 via Resolution RDA 23-01, as required by state law. The agency will also receive an update on the 2500 West Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) project area and its budget. The meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2023, immediately following the City Council business meeting.
- Public hearing on Resolution RDA 23-01 adopting the FY 2023-2024 annual budget
- Update on the 2500 West CRA project area and budget
- Meeting held in person at Syracuse City Hall, 1979 W. 1900 S., and via Zoom
- Agenda includes only two substantive items: budget adoption and CRA update
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to discuss and vote on ticket pricing for Freaky Friday and Battle of the Bands, and to take action on Battle of the Bands and Boot Camp. The agenda also includes public comment, publicity, and future agenda items.
- Discussion and vote on ticket pricing for Freaky Friday & Battle of the Bands
- Discussion and action items for Battle of the Bands
- Discussion and action items for Boot Camp
- Publicity: Syracuse Connection information and other publicity
- Public comment limited to three minutes
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss and review disaster preparedness items, including CERT and RDAP class updates, a review of the 2023 Disaster Preparedness Exercise, and committee business such as district representative changes. The agenda also includes planning for magazine articles on fire safety, communications, and food storage, as well as officer transitions.
- Review of 2023 Disaster Preparedness Exercise (week of April 15-22, focusing on RDAP training)
- CERT Class starting May 3, registration deadline April 26
- RDAP Class update - 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am
- West District replacement approval and new Fremont District rep discussion
- Be Prepared Expo in Farmington, June 2-3, 2023
Arts Council
The Syracuse City Arts Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda, minutes, and budget expenditures. They will also discuss upcoming season events, finalize details for Battle of the Bands, and vote on proposed orchestra purchases.
- Approve budget expenditures since March 1, 2023
- Discuss remaining 2022-2023 season events (Orchestra, Jazz Band, Jr. Theatre, Theatre)
- Set date and details for Battle of the Bands fundraiser
- Vote on orchestra purchases: electronic mallet controller and logo shirts
- Update on storage and boot camp sign-ups/pricing
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss its upcoming April disaster preparedness exercise, district representative changes, and CERT/RDAP class updates. The agenda also includes reviewing magazine articles and approving a welcome letter for new residents.
- 2023 Disaster Preparedness Exercise planned for week of April 15-22, focusing on RDAP training
- Great Utah Shake Out on April 20, 2023
- Discussion on combining CERT classes with other cities
- Approval of city letter for new move-in welcome packets
- Transition of committee officers: Chair Patrick Carroll, Vice Chair Brigham Young, Secretary Jennifer Eagle
Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee is meeting to discuss and review routine business, including filling vacant district representative positions, updating CERT and RDAP classes, and planning the 2023 Disaster Preparedness Exercise focused on RDAP training. The agenda also includes assigning magazine articles for upcoming issues and approving a city letter for new residents. This is a regular working meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of 2023 Disaster Preparedness Exercise focused on RDAP training, including promoting a training video
- West District replacement and new Fremont District representative to be discussed
- CERT class update, possibly combining with other cities
- Approval of city letter for new move-in welcome packets
- North Davis E. Prep Fair planning for September (odd years)