City news: utilities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Connection Magazine: November 2023

City Newsletter

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.

Connection Magazine: October 2021

City Newsletter

October 2021 issue: the November 2 city election, Utopia fiber coming to Syracuse, the Pumpkin Walk October 21 to 23, and the RV dump closing for reconstruction.