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Parents and children are preparing for the challenges of starting a new school year during very uncertain conditions.
To keep them safe, many parents will be talking to their kids about wearing masks, social distancing, and frequent handwashing. Yet, how many of those parents, while running late to get kids to school, will speed through school zones? How many of those parents, frustrated by parking problems, will have their children run across a busy street to a waiting vehicle? How many parents, while distracted by cell phones and other devices, will disregard the directions of a crossing guard? According to a 10-year study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 77% of the children killed in school-transportation-related crashes were not on a bus; they were walking, waiting for a bus, biking, or in another vehicle. In Davis County, there will be kids walking to and from school every day except Friday. On every one of those days, crossing guards and police officers from Syracuse Police Department will be out there trying to keep them safe; however, our resources can only go so far – we need help and compliance from the public to accomplish this mission.
Here are few important reminders:
Yellow flashing lights on a school bus do not mean speed up, and red flashing lights definitely mean stop.
School administrators spend a lot of time and effort designing pick up/drop-off plans to maximize safety of the children. The plans only work if they are followed.
COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER
BY PAUL ROBERTS, CITY ATTORNEY
QUESTION: Why does Animal Services require rabies vaccinations so often?
Answer: Having your cat or dog immunized against rabies is critical to their health. We have received reports of several dead bats in our area this summer. Bats are notorious carriers of rabies. As a dog owner, I have no doubt that my canine would curiously nose at and/or chew on a dead bat, should he come upon one. A pet cat or dog that consumes or comes into contact with bats is at risk of contracting rabies, unless that pet has been vaccinated. Other critters carry rabies as well: racoons, skunk, foxes, and other cats and dogs. Even an inside pet goes out on occasion, Once a crossing guard raises their stop sign and steps off the curb, no vehicles are allowed to pass through the crosswalk in any direction, including making right hand turns, until the crossing guard has cleared and lowered their sign.
Children are often distracted as they walk to or from school.
They text friends, they take selfies, they play games, and they often listen to music using some variety of earphones. When they are not focused, they are not aware of their surroundings, including vehicles. In addition, kids tend to cross streets at any point they deem convenient, rather than only in marked or monitored crossings. During school commute times, please slow down and do not drive distracted.
Properly used seatbelts and car seats save lives! Our school resource officers and crossing guards are looking forward to getting back to the jobs they love and are hoping for a happy, safe, and healthy school year for all children.
KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE!
Please watch out for children crossing streets, and remember red flashing lights on a bus mean stop!
and there is no guarantee that your precious friend will not be bitten. If your pet is exposed to a potentially rabid animal and does not have a current vaccination, then Animal Services will be required to quarantine your animal at the shelter. If they are current on their rabies vaccination, then Animal Services may authorize the quarantine at your home, where your pet will be more comfortable. Check with your veterinarian and ensure that your furry family members are vaccinated.
Do you have a community question? Submit your question to proberts@syracuseut.com.
Arts Council Update
We would like to thank everyone who attended, participated in, or volunteered at our Broadway Under the Stars Concert (pictured below) on July 31. It was a wonderful evening.
All of our programs and performances are currently on hold due to uncertainty regarding COVID-19 and facility scheduling and availability. Please follow us on Facebook (@ syracuseutaharts) and check our website www.syracuseutaharts.org for updates.
Did you know that our board meetings are open to the public? Our Arts Council holds board meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. The agenda is posted on our website 24 hours in advance of the meeting. The public is welcome to attend and comment. We welcome your feedback. We are currently holding Zoom meetings but are hoping to meet in person at city hall soon. Check the agenda for the latest information.
We currently have two openings on our board. Please visit our website www. syracuseutaharts.org for specific details about the open positions and how to submit a letter of interest.
Calendar of Events
Sept 2
Board Meeting
Oct 7
Board Meeting
Nov 4
Board Meeting
Syracuse Harvest Days
Join us for Syracuse Harvest Days on September 25th & 26th at Black Island Farms!
This weekend only, Syracuse residents can save $5 on combo passes, which include LOTS OF FALL FUN! the Corn Maze, Courtyard, and You Pick Pumpkin Patch or Nightmare Acres! (Must bring proof of Syracuse residency.)
Visit our website for pricing and event information. www.blackislandfarms.com | 801-774-MAZE
Employee Spotlight- Sgt. Ryan Carter
Syracuse Police Department Sgt. Ryan Carter was one of the first officers to arrive at a structure fire on July 24th. Since mutual aid from neighboring cities hadn't showed up yet, our fire crew was shorthanded and had a difficult time getting all our necessary tasks completed. Noticing this, Sgt. Carter helped the Syracuse Fire Department’s Engineer pull the large diameter hose from the engine and drag it about 300 ft. to the nearest hydrant. He helped get the hydrant connected and opened to supply our engine with water. Sgt. Carter’s help allowed the fire crews to complete other crucial tasks while awaiting our mutual aid support.
THANK YOU for your hard work and dedication to our city residents!
Public Works Update
ADJUST SPRINKLER CLOCK
Temperatures are cooling, and there are fewer daylight hours as we approach the autumn season. Remember to adjust your sprinkler clock to reduce the water duration and number of It's getting cooler-reduce days. We recommend that your watering. you follow the Utah Division of Water Resources “Weekly Watering Guide: conservewater.utah.gov/guide.html
WATER METER LIDS AND SECONDARY WATER VALVE LIDS
Please be sure to keep your water meter lid and secondary water valve lids accessible. Please be sure that new landscape does not cover or bury the lids. Trim overgrowth of lawn and vegetation to prevent them from covering the lid. This will allow the city to provide better service to you. It also allows a rapid response in an emergency when a valve may need to be turned off in order to protect your home and property.
BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Something to consider while working around outside buildings and equipment is to look for any type of leaks. Look for oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, fuel, or any type of liquid running out of heavy equipment, small equipment, garbage cans, barrels, and fueling stations. These items would all be considered pollutants that may run into a storm drain system. When you see these kinds of situations, take time to fix, replace, or take care of the problem. This will help prevent pollutants from entering the storm drain and polluting our water.
Parks and Recreation
JR. JAZZ BASKETBALL
Registration dates:
1st Session: August 1- September 30
Divisions: Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in Kindergarten), 1st grade boys, 2nd grade boys, 1st/2nd grade girls, 3rd/4th grade girls, 5th/6th grade girls, 7th- 9th grade girls, 10th-12th grade girls *Leagues will tentatively begin the end of October and run until mid-December.
2nd Session: August 1 – October 31
Divisions: 3rd grade boys, 4th grade boys, 5th grade boys, 6th grade boys, 7th grade boys, 8th grade boys, 9th grade boys, 10th-12th grade boys *Leagues will tentatively begin mid-December and run until March.
Cost:
Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in Kindergarten): $45.00 1st-4th grade boys and 1st-6th grade girls: $52.00 5th-12th grade boys and 7th-12th grade girls: $57.00 **Teams for Itty Bitty and 1st/2nd grade will be organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. Grades 3rd- 8th and 7- 9th grade girls will be organized through drafts. **9th- 12th grade boys and 10-12 grade girls must register as a team.
For more detailed information go to www.syracuseut.gov
Adult Fitness
PUMP IT UP!
Tuesday 6 a.m.. Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. We provide hand weights and exercise balls; you just bring your own exercise mat. All skill levels are welcome. $3 dropin, $20 10-class punch pass, first class FREE!
BASKETBALL FANS! Sign up for Jr. Jazz starting now!
STEP IT UP! Mon, Wed, Fri 9 a.m-10 a.m. Work your heart, muscles, and mind in this fun, energetic workout! All skill levels are welcome, we offer low and high intensity options for you to choose from. Find more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes. $3 DropIn, $20 10-class punch pass, first class FREE!
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Syracuse City Information
Syracuse Library
The newly expanded Syracuse Library is now open!
Located at 1875 S 2000 W in Syracuse. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone: (801) 451-1850
Passport Applications Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per application. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted and served in order of arrival. For multiple applications and/or photos, wait times may be longer. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found on the www.travel.state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order made payable to the U.S. Department of State. More info available on our website www.syracuseut.
com/Passports
Fix-It Requests
We appreciate our citizens helping the city be aware of issues that need to be addressed throughout the city such as road repairs, street light/sign repair, park maintenance, water problems (culinary & secondary), garbage can pickup, code ordinance enforcement, and even employee feedback. The city website is a great tool for providing us with notifications. The Fix-it Request link can be found on our home page by clicking on the REPORT A CONCERN icon.
Job Openings
For a list of the current openings with Syracuse City, click on the 'Jobs' link on our main city page www.syracuseut.com
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or visit www.syracuseut.com Key Community Contacts
MAYOR
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.com Corinne Bolduc: 801-529-5779 cbolduc@syracuseut.com Dave Maughan: 801-927-7752 dmaughan@syracuseut.com Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.com Seth Teague: 915-516-6423 steague@syracuseut.com
SYRACUSE SERVICES
City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org City Hall: 801-825-1477 1979 West 1900 South Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, closed holidays City Museum: 801-614-9674 Hours: Tues, Wed, & Thurs 2pm - 5pm Community Center: 801-614-9660 1912 West 1900 South Summer hours: Mon-Thurs-6am-8pm; Fri- 6am-8pm; Sat- 8am-12pm Fire Station: 801-614-9614 1869 South 3000 West
Lady Lions Service & Social Club:
801-825-1752
Lions Club: 801-719-1804 Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all) Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660 1912 W. 1900 S. parksandrecreation@syracuseut.com Police Station: 801-825-4400 1751 South 2000 West Post Office: 801-614-9677 (Inside City Hall) Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235 3061 South 2400 West
Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2
Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects:
Tess Jones 801-614-9655 tjones@syracuseut.com Youth Council: 801-643-8996
