City Newsletter: September 2026
Paper utility bills get a $2 monthly fee in November unless you go paperless by October 1; secondary water shuts off September 18.
Winter Parking Rules: November 15, 2026 to March 15, 2027
City news ยท October 13, 2026
From November 15 to March 15, Syracuse bans street parking from midnight to 6 AM, and at any time while snow is accumulating or being removed, with fines for violations.
September 2026
August 2026
City Newsletter: August 2026
August brings a $2 paper billing fee notice, a Bluff Ridge Drive open house, Junior Jazz sign-ups, five park projects, and road work across the city.
Public Works Update, August 2026: Water Conservation and Pressure, Cross Connections, and Tree Trimming
August Public Works update: secondary water enforcement and pressure tips, cross connection warning, tree clearance rules, and three road projects.
July 2026
City Newsletter: July 2026
Fireworks are allowed only in designated areas July 2 to 5, city office hours change July 13, watering restrictions carry fines, and a $2 paper bill fee starts in November.
Public Works Update, July 2026: Drinking Water Report, Storm Water, Secondary Water Q&A
Citywide watering restrictions are in effect with fines up to $1,000, 2000 West roundabout construction starts July 6, and the drinking water report is posted.
June 2026
City Newsletter: June 2026
Heritage Days runs June 13 to 20, fall recreation registration closes June 28, drought water restrictions are in force, and road work continues citywide.
Public Works Update, June 2026: Water Meters, Curb Cuts, and Road Construction
June Public Works update: secondary water rules and enforcement, curb cut permit requirements, and roundabout closures at 2000 West and 3000 West.
May 2026
City Newsletter: May 2026
May 2026 city news: a $2 paper bill fee starts in November, secondary water season and drought rules begin May 8, summer registration opens, and Heritage Days runs June 13 to 20.
Public Works Update, May 2026: Secondary Water & Road Construction
Secondary water runs May 8 to September 18 with a day-of-week watering schedule, and four road projects continue across the city.
March 2026
City Newsletter: March 2026
March 2026 city newsletter: spring sports registration deadlines, Easter Egg Hunt, green waste season, road construction updates, and an April disaster exercise.
Public Works Update, March 2026: Projects in Progress
Syracuse Public Works lists four construction projects for spring 2026, including Bluff Road pipeline work, the 500 West widening, and a new 3000 West roundabout.
February 2026
City Newsletter: February 2026
February brings soccer and hockey sign-ups, a Jensen Park bridge closure, 3000 W construction, and an April 4 Easter Egg Hunt.
Public Works Update, February 2026: Keeping Syracuse Running
Public Works explains how to report problems like potholes and water issues, and asks residents to keep pollutants out of storm drains.
January 2026
City Newsletter: January 2026
January newsletter: council meetings, spring sports registration, free CERT Academy, snow removal rules, and a $1.8 million Founders Park ballfield upgrade.
Public Works Update, January 2026: Snow Forgetting!
Live Christmas trees get picked up January 5, winter parking rules run through March 15, and Public Works recaps a year of pipe, road, and water work.
December 2025
Public Works Update, December 2025: Winter Tips & Smart Strategies
December Public Works update: tips to keep pipes from freezing, snow removal rules for residents, and Christmas tree pickup January 5 and 6.
November 2025
Mayor's Message, November 2025: Who You Gonna Call
Mayor Dave Maughan explains who to contact for city, county, state, and school issues, and recommends the city's report a concern ticket.
Public Works Update, November 2025: Winter Parking, Snow Removal, Green Waste
Winter parking rules start November 15, sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours of a storm, and green waste pickup runs through November 30.
October 2025
Public Works Update, October 2025: Secondary Water, Cross Connections, & Utility Lids
Secondary water shuts off October 10, cross connections carry a $1,000 fine, and summer road work continues into fall.
September 2025
City Newsletter: September 2025
September's city newsletter covers Illumination, Meet the Candidates Night, Pumpkin Walk signups, Junior Jazz deadlines, fall watering changes, and road widening on Sand Ridge Parkway and 3000 West.
Public Works Update, September 2025: Secondary Water, Tree Trimming, Leaks, & Road Work
Secondary water shuts off October 1. The issue also covers fall watering days, tree clearance heights, spill prevention, and three road projects.
August 2025
Public Works Update, August 2025: Enhancing Curb Appeal, Secondary Water, & Construction
Public Works asks residents to sweep gutters, water only three days a week until Labor Day, and expect roundabout closures.
July 2025
Public Works Update, July 2025: Cross Connections, Storm Water, Tree Trimming, Road Construction
Public Works warns against sprinkler cross connections to drinking water, explains storm drain protection, sets tree trimming heights, and flags summer roundabout closures.
June 2025
City Newsletter: June 2025
Heritage Days runs June 21 to 28, a new dog park and Fire Station 32 open, election candidate filing is June 2 to 6, and summer road work begins.
Mayor's Message, June 2025: E-bikes and scooters and golf carts, oh my!
The mayor writes that motorized vehicles like e-bikes, scooters, and golf carts are not allowed on public roads, sidewalks, trails, or park turf.
Public Works Update, June 2025: Road Construction, Flushable Wipes, Pool and Spa Care, Sump Pumps, and Secondary Water
June Public Works update: three road projects including a new 1900 South roundabout, plus secondary water, sump pump, and sewer guidance.
May 2025
Public Works Update, May 2025: Secondary Water, Water Conservation, Glass Clippings and Fertilizer, & Road Construction
Secondary water runs May 1 to October 1 with watering-day limits by zone, a daytime watering ban, and spring road construction citywide.
April 2025
Mayor's Message, April 2025: LDS Temple Opening in Syracuse
The mayor writes that the new Syracuse Utah LDS Temple open house runs all of May 2025 and may bring 200,000 to 300,000 visitors.
Public Works Update, April 2025: Secondary Water and Conservation, Blue Stakes, and Flushable Wipes
Secondary water runs May 1 to October 1 with a two, three, two day watering schedule, plus Blue Stakes, excavation permit, and wipes reminders.
March 2025
Public Works Update, March 2025: Protect Our Water System
Public Works asks residents to sweep curbs before spring rain, report unauthorized fire hydrant use, and drop off excess road salt for free.
February 2025
Public Works Update, February 2025: Fix-It Requests and Stormwater Runoff
Public Works lists the phone number and online options for fix-it requests, and explains how stormwater runoff carries pollutants straight to local waterways.
January 2025
City Newsletter: January 2025
January 2025 city newsletter: Christmas tree pickup Jan 6, two council meetings, rec and art class registration, committee openings, and 2025 road plans.
Mayor's Message, January 2025: Syracuse 2024: A Year In Review
The mayor's 2024 review covers finished parks, 26 new businesses, a 17% rise in fire calls, a new reservoir, and his opposition to August's tax increase.
Public Works Update, January 2025: Live Tree Pickup, Snow Prep, Winter Parking, Director's Message
Christmas trees get picked up January 6, snow must be cleared within 24 hours, and overnight street parking is banned through March 15.
December 2024
Public Works Update, December 2024: Prevent Frozen Pipes, Snow Removal
December Public Works tips on keeping pipes from freezing, plus snow removal rules: no street parking, no snow in the road, clear sidewalks within 24 hours.
November 2024
City Newsletter: November 2024
Winter parking rules start November 15, free Basketball Fun Shot registration ends November 30, and December brings the Christmas concert, toy drive, and Santa Parade.
Public Works Update, November 2024: Winter Parking, Snow Removal, Gutters, & Green Recycling
Winter overnight street parking is banned starting November 15, sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours, and green waste pickup ends November 30.
October 2024
City Newsletter: October 2024
October 2024 city newsletter: Public Safety Jamboree, Pumpkin Walk, secondary water shutoff after October 5, rec classes, and senior activities.
Mayor's Message, October 2024: Your Tax Dollars At Work: Public Works
The mayor's October column details Public Works: 123 miles of roads, two water systems, new equipment and software savings, and the free Public Safety Jamboree October 3.
Public Works Update, October 2024: Secondary Shut Off, Cross Connections, Utility Lids
Secondary water shuts off October 1, cross connections carry a $1,000 fine, and the 1000 West and Bluff Road projects finish this month.
September 2024
Mayor's Message, September 2024: A Manageable Growth Rate
The mayor asks the City Council to approve fewer new housing projects, arguing Syracuse's growth outpaces the tax revenue that pays for services.
June 2024
City Newsletter: June 2024
Connection Magazine ends and the newsletter moves online, youth sports registration closes June 30, and road work continues on 3000 West and 1000 West.
May 2024
Connection Magazine: May 2024
Secondary water season runs May 1 to Oct. 1 with assigned no-watering days, summer camp and sports registration opens May 1, and the city awarded a dog park contract.
March 2024
Connection Magazine: March 2024
March 2024 city magazine: budget season, two road and water contracts awarded, baseball registration closing March 17, and the Easter Egg Hunt on March 30.
January 2024
Connection Magazine: January 2024
January 2024: West Davis Highway opens, Christmas tree pickup Jan. 8, winter parking rules, and pickleball, soccer, and baseball registration.
Mayor's Message, January 2024: Syracuse Gets Better in 2024
The mayor's January 2024 column reviews 2023 and looks ahead: the West Davis Highway opens January 6, Costco is moving forward, and park and water projects continue.
April 2023
Connection Magazine: April 2023
April 2023 city news: Easter Egg Hunt April 8, the statewide earthquake drill April 20, green waste restarting, and summer recreation sign-ups opening May 1.
January 2023
Connection Magazine: January 2023
The mayor's year-end review covers roads, water grants and new paramedic service, plus Christmas tree pickup January 9, recreation registration, and Syracuse's first mural.
December 2021
Connection Magazine: December 2021
Council rezoned land at 300 South and 1550 West, the city toy drive runs through December 14, winter parking rules are in effect, and tree pickup is January 3.
November 2021
Connection Magazine: November 2021
Winter street parking rules begin November 15, green waste pickup ends November 30, and the council honors a local veteran on November 9.