INFORMATION
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Pool and Ballfield Information Line :: 402-269-2601x4
Pool Office :: 402-269-2601x2
Mailing Address :: PO Box F, Syracuse, NE 68446
E-mail :: parksandrec@syracusene.com
Participation Waiver :: Click here
Programs :: Sports & Activities

PARKS AND REC CANCELLATIONS
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To find out if a Parks & Rec event is cancelled, please call 269-2601 ext. 4.  Decisions on the fields will be made after 3:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 9 - MEN'S SLOW PITCH GAMES ARE CANCELLED.  TONIGHT'S GAMES WILL BE MADE UP THURSDAY, MAY 15.

PARKS AND REC ANNOUNCEMENTS
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All 2008 schedules are done.  Please go to Parks & Rec Sports to find the schedule you need.

Swimming pool opens Monday, May 26, at 1:00!!!

NEW BALL COMPLEX INFORMATION
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OPENING DATE SCHEDULED FOR SPRING, 2009!!!

The softball and baseball programs in the Syracuse area have shown tremendous growth in the last ten years.  Each year over 25 teams play on 2 ½ fields.   In early 2007, the Syracuse City Council agreed to make a complex a reality.  The allowable budget for the Syracuse Sports Complex does not cover each item in the “master plan.” 

The “master plan” of the Syracuse Sports Complex calls for a premier facility to be used by people of all ages!  It will consist of 3 softball/youth baseball fields with 300’ fencing.  One of these fields will be used by the Syracuse High School team for their fall softball season.  The fourth field is for the Legion team.  It will have grass infield, below ground dugouts, bull pens, and batting cages.  The building in the middle of the four fields will house concessions, restrooms, press box, and storage.  The playground equipment nearby will be covered with netting so the younger fans won’t be troubled by foul balls.  The main focus will be on these areas of the complex.   

In addition to the ballfields, the master plan includes a plethora of other fun-filled items as funding is available.  Four picnic shelters will be used by ball teams, families, reunions, meetings, picnics, and much more.  A 360’x 600’ multi-purpose area has room for four practice fields with back stops at the corners, little league football, and a possible new soccer league.  A sand volleyball court and basketball court are offered for leagues, tournaments, practice, or fun.  A bike/walk path connects the entire complex, and can be used to get from one place to another or for exercise.  Parking will be plentiful with a minimum of 532 stalls and maximum of 1027 stalls. 

This complex is not only intended for area youth, but also district and state competitions.  If Syracuse hosts a tournament with 24 teams, that amounts to a possibility of 288 families being in Syracuse on one weekend of the summer.  In addition to softball tournaments, we can host summer basketball tournaments, sand volleyball tournaments, and family reunions in the shelters.  It will be an attraction that will promote local commerce.

Click here to view the Site Plan

Click here to view the Exterior Elevation View of the Concession/Press Box from Field A & B

Click here to view the Exterior Elevation View  of the Concession/Press Box from Field C & D

Click here to view the Floor Plan of the Concession/Press Box Main Floor

Click here to view the Floor Plan of the Concession/Press Box Upper Level

Click here for Donation Information

Timeline

2007
September 5	Dirt work bids opened
September 10	Dirt work bids awarded - Kreifels Excavating
October 1	Council authorized Mayor to sign Notice to Proceed and Agreements and Purchasing Agent Appointment Form for grading projects.
October 9	Dirt work started.
November 14	Organizational Meeting.  Discussed bid packages and architectural ideas for the concession and press box building.  Dirt work is nearly 80% complete
February 20	Organizational Meeting. Concession Building Plans complete. Prioritize bid letting packages.

RV CAMPING
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Camping is available in the Syracuse South Park located between 1st & 3rd and Midland and Thorne Streets.  Within the park you can hookup directly to electricity.  Water is available for hookup if there are not numerous campers in the park.  We have 5 hydrants.  The cost is $4/night.  We have 5 "executive" lots available at 2nd & Midland Streets.  Direct hookups are available for water, electricity, and sewer.  The cost is $8/night or $50/week.  A dump station is located next to the executive lots.  Only reservations for stays over a week will be taken.  A drop box is located in the park for camper convenience.
 

SHELTERS
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Need a place for a family reunion, ball team party, or outdoor wedding?  Reservations can be made for the shelters in both the South Park and Williams Park and the gazebo.  Picnic tables are available in all of the shelters except the gazebo.  Restrooms will be open in both parks from April 15 - October 15.  Electricity is available in the South Park shelters and must be arranged for Williams Park.  Ball games may be going on while shelters are reserved.  All free of charge. 
 

RESERVATIONS AS OF February 25, 2008

SOUTH PARK
April 24 - 26 - Spring Fling Campers

GAZEBO


WILLIAMS PARK