TOWN MANAGER

It is my pleasure as Syracuse's Town Manager to welcome you to our picturesque Syracuse/Wawasee Lake community.   The Syracuse/Wawasee area is a developing and ever-changing community that blends a progressive, diverse economy with country charm and mid-western friendliness. It has also been a destination for visitors for generations due to the breathtaking Lake Wawasee, the largest natural lake in Indiana. With access to Syracuse Lake, there are more than 3,500 acres of water for year-round recreation.

Syracuse offers a high standard of living, which includes desirable housing, warm neighborhoods, a strong commitment to schools, a low crime rate, easy access to Fort Wayne or Chicago, and a large employment base.  Syracuse is known for its narrow tree-lined streets both in the commercial and residential areas and is proud to be a Tree City USA and continues to work hard to keep the title. Uptown Syracuse is composed of historic and distinct architectural brick buildings that line Main Street and are home to a variety of businesses. Something is always happening on Main Street which includes retail stores, restaurants, and a movie theatre.

The Syracuse Area has a lot to offer people of all ages including many childcare options, a youth center, the Syracuse Community Center, and a modern nursing home for senior citizens. There are also (6) banks in town, including Crossroads Bank, Key Bank, Horizons Bank, Mutual Bank, Fort Financial Credit Union, and Lake City Bank. More than half of the town's (33) restaurants are locally owned. Included (7) fast-food restaurants. Family activities abound in Syracuse thanks to the lakes, golf courses, and parks.

Syracuse is home to a diverse group of industries including boat manufacturing, rubber product manufacturing, circuit board manufacturing, RV manufacturing, plastic production, metal fabrication, horse trailer manufacturing, printing, engine, and control research and development, and modular home manufacturing.

Service organizations in Syracuse include the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary, Wawasee Kiwanis, Syracuse Lions, Knight of Columbus, Eagles, American Legion, and VFW Post 1342.

For residents and visitors, the Town of Syracuse offers access to excellent public safety forces, street, and water services.  Our location on the lakes creates a natural environment for recreation and the city's commitment to enhancing the community's quality of life has produced a system of beautifully landscaped parks, a public boat pier, groomed beaches, and a host of progressive recreational programs and activities. 

Whether you are a resident, business, or visitor, the Town of Syracuse has a positive experience waiting for you!  No matter what brings you to Syracuse, I look forward to seeing you in the community soon.

Town Manager 

Contact Information:

                                            Town Manager
                                             David Wilkinson
                                             310 N. Huntington Street
                                             Syracuse, Indiana   46567
                                             Telephone:  (574) 457-3348
                                             E-mail: townmanager@syracusein.org