City Newsletter: October 2026
Halloween events fill October, a $2 paper utility bill fee starts in November, secondary water is off for the season, and Junior Jazz registration closes October 4.
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.
October 2026
Public Works Update, October 2026: Secondary Water, Fall Cleanup, and Cross Connections
Secondary water is off for the season, the city asks residents to keep leaves out of gutters, and cross connections can bring fines up to $1,000.
September 2026
Public Works Update, September 2026: Secondary Water and Cross-Connections
Watering drops to two days a week starting September 8 and secondary water shuts off September 18, plus how to report a cross-connection.
August 2026
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.
Heritage Days Newsletter: June 2026
Syracuse Heritage Days runs June 18 to 20, 2026 at Founders Park, with a parade, pancake breakfast, museum opening, concert, and fireworks.
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.
April 2026
City Newsletter: April 2026
April brings the Easter Egg Hunt, an April 18 preparedness exercise, drought watering limits with secondary water starting May 15, and summer registration opening May 1.
Public Works Update, April 2026: Secondary Water
Secondary water is expected to start May 15 and end October 1, with drought reductions, active conservation enforcement, and valve prep steps for residents.
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.
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.
Mayor's Message, January 2026: 2025 Changed the Landscape of Our City
Mayor Dave Maughan's year in review: a new temple, Fire Station 32, Happy Tails Dog Park, The Eyrie, 27 new businesses, and Costco opening in spring.
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
City Newsletter: December 2025
December brings Christmas events, a Santa parade, tree pickup, new officials sworn in January 5, a paperless billing credit deadline, and Costco construction news.
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
City Newsletter: November 2025
November newsletter: holiday events, winter parking rules starting November 15, a paperless billing credit, free CERT classes, and the November 18 City Council meeting.
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
City Newsletter: October 2025
October brings Scarycuse events, a secondary water shut off, candidate night before the November election, and a $10 paperless billing credit.
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
City Newsletter: August 2025
Primary election canceled, recreation signups close August 31, watering drops to two days after Labor Day, and Regional Park phase one breaks ground.
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
City Newsletter: July 2025
July brings the Municipal Primary Election, fireworks discharge dates, a free Cops & Dogs hot dog event, new recreation sign-ups, and a second fire station in service.
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
City Newsletter: May 2025
Heritage Days runs June 21 to 28, candidate filing for the November city election is June 2 to 6, and secondary water season starts May 1.
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
City Newsletter: April 2025
Curbside recycling starts April 21, the Easter Egg Hunt is April 19, and a city-wide disaster drill and Drug Take Back Day both fall on April 26.
Easter Newsletter: April 2025
Syracuse City's Easter Egg Hunt is April 19 at Founders Park, and April 26 brings a city-wide disaster preparedness scavenger hunt and Drug Take Back Day.
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
City Newsletter: March 2025
Curbside recycling carts arrive in April with service starting April 21, plus spring recreation classes, the Easter Egg Hunt, and a CERT Academy sign-up deadline.
Mayor's Message, March 2025: Your Tax Dollars At Work: Fire
The mayor reports Syracuse firefighters answered 1,904 calls in 2024, a 58% rise in five years, and explains why the city is adding a fire station.
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
City Newsletter: February 2025
February 2025: council meets February 11 and 25, soccer registration closes February 16, city offices close for President's Day, and spring art classes open.
Mayor's Message, February 2025: Your Tax Dollars At Work: Police
The mayor's February column reports on the police department: 15,038 incidents and 331 arrests in 2024, over 30 sworn officers, and a fourth-safest-in-Utah ranking.
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
Mayor's Message, December 2024: Thankful For The Spread of Joy
The mayor's December column highlights city giving: a December 2 Christmas Concert, employee toy drives, a fire department giving tree, and the Blessing Box.
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
City Newsletter: September 2024
Syracuse's September newsletter covers the mayor's growth plan, Illumination on September 7, fall watering changes, and recreation registration deadlines.
August 2024
City Newsletter: August 2024
August 2024 city newsletter: three public hearings August 13 including a property tax increase, free CERT Academy sign-ups by August 16, and fall recreation registration.
Mayor's Message, August 2024: The Day A Paramedic Saved My Life
The mayor's August column thanks paramedics for the training and preparation that let them save lives.
July 2024
City Newsletter: July 2024
July 2024 city newsletter: free hot dog grill-out July 17, Centennial Park closed July 22, fireworks dates, contractor scam warning, and Junior Jazz registration.
Mayor's Message, July 2024: Beware - Scams Are On The Rise
The mayor's July column warns about contractor scams in Syracuse and lists steps residents can take to check a contractor before paying.
April 2024
Connection Magazine: April 2024
April's issue covers a citywide disaster drill on April 20, the Great Utah ShakeOut, spring and summer recreation sign-ups, and secondary water prep.
Mayor's Message, April 2024: It Takes Community To Survive Disaster
The mayor explains why disaster response takes a whole community and asks every household to take part in a citywide RDAP test on April 20.
February 2024
Connection Magazine: February 2024
Construction starts on Fire Station 32 this month, spring sports registration closes February 18 and March 17, and the city reviews winter safety.
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.
December 2023
Connection Magazine: December 2023
December 2023 city magazine: toy drive through Dec 15, Santa parade Dec 23, snow shoveling rules, winter rec signups, and a 10 million gallon water reservoir update.
November 2023
Connection Magazine: November 2023
November's issue covers the November 21 city election, winter street parking rules starting November 15, the Antelope Station medical building, and city recreation and senior activities.
October 2023
Connection Magazine: October 2023
Syracuse's October issue covers the Pumpkin Walk, the November 21 city election, Stoker Park upgrades, the secondary water shutoff, and fall recreation and senior center schedules.
September 2023
Connection Magazine: September 2023
Water restrictions tighten September 4 and secondary water shuts off October 1, four candidates run for three council seats, and fall classes and events open.
August 2023
Connection Magazine: August 2023
August issue: watering limits run to October 1, four candidates file for three council seats, Jr. Jazz signups open, and a BMX track nears opening.
July 2023
Connection Magazine: July 2023
The council adopted the budget with no city property tax increase, four candidates filed for City Council, and free films and concerts run all month.
May 2023
Connection Magazine: May 2023
May 2023: secondary water season starts May 1, three council seats open for candidate filing June 1, and CERT and recreation sign-ups close through May and June.
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.
March 2023
Connection Magazine: March 2023
Business Summit March 16, baseball and softball signups through April 2, senior and library events all month, and a citywide preparedness exercise in April.
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.