Syracuse Rescue calls rising to nearly 1 per day

 SYRACUSE - Syracuse rescue squad still in need of members. In January of 2024 the squad had 49 calls. This number has never happened  said Chief Wilson.

Wilson said the squad is stretched thin. With only 17 members we can run only three teams and we are always on call. In 2023 Syracuse Rescue Squad answered 363 calls.

Fire Chief Keith McWilliams requested approval for purchase of pressure washer at Wednesday’s city council meeting.

With council's approval and  the rural board will share half of the  total cost  which is $5,745.

The Senior Center contract was renewed for one year, Blue Rivers rent will  be $600  a month.

Brianne WIlhelm presented  regarding an upgrade to the city hall building.

Removing the soffit on the east and south sides and painting the brick.  This matter was tabled

Justin Stark of Olsson presented a bid for the basketball and pickleball courts in Williams Park. The council was requesting more information and has tabled this matter.