City Of Springfield
Recent News About City Of Springfield
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Springfield receives highest rating on FY 2024 financial audit
Springfield City Council recently received an unmodified opinion on the city's financial statement audit for fiscal year 2024.
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Springfield explores bringing professional soccer teams through USL partnership
The Springfield City Council has approved a measure to sign a letter of intent with the United Soccer League (USL).
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Springfield explores bringing professional soccer teams through partnership with USL
Springfield City Council has unanimously approved a measure to enter exclusive negotiations with the United Soccer League (USL) regarding the potential establishment of professional men's and women's soccer teams in Springfield.
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Springfield mayor shares holiday message highlighting progress and future goals
Springfield Mayor Ken McClure has shared a holiday message reflecting on the city's progress throughout 2024 and expressing hopes for the coming year.
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Springfield approves contract for Renew Jordan Creek project slated for December start
Springfield City Council has given the green light to the final plans and specifications for phase one of the Renew Jordan Creek project.
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Springfield considers bringing professional soccer teams to city
The City of Springfield is engaging in initial talks with the United Soccer League (USL) about potentially introducing both men's and women's professional soccer to the city.
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Springfield hosts open house for community development code update initiative
The City of Springfield invites the public to an open house event on December 4 to review working drafts of the Community Development Code Update Initiative.
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Springfield prepares for annual tree lighting with performances and community activities
Springfield, MO — Springfield is set to usher in the holiday season with its annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Holiday Show on Saturday, Nov. 23, at Park Central Square.
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Brett Foster named assistant director over engineering at Springfield Public Works
Springfield Public Works has appointed Brett Foster as the new assistant director over engineering, effective November 17.
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Springfield prepares for annual mayor's tree lighting holiday show
Springfield, MO — The City of Springfield and the Downtown Community Improvement District are set to host the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Holiday Show this Saturday, November 23, at Park Central Square.
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Springfield hosts info session on Galloway Street widening project
The City of Springfield has announced a public information session for the ongoing Galloway Street Widening Project.
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Springfield mayor declares Military Order of the Purple Heart Day
Springfield Mayor Ken McClure has declared November 11, 2024, as Military Order of the Purple Heart Day.
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Springfield approves sales tax hike for public services funding
Springfield voters have approved a new ¾-cent sales tax intended to fund key public services.
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Galloway Street widening introduces new traffic measures amid ongoing construction
Motorists traveling through the intersection of Galloway Street and Lone Pine Avenue will encounter a new three-way stop starting Wednesday.
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Missouri unveils plans for Route 66 centennial celebration with various sponsorship programs
The Missouri Route 66 Centennial Commission has announced a series of sponsorship opportunities aimed at encouraging communities to celebrate the historic Route 66. These initiatives include a special event sponsorship program, a signature tour stop design competition, and an interactive signage program. The commission's mission is to prepare Missouri cities for the 100th anniversary of Route 66 in 2026.
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City addresses elevator issues at Jenny Lind Apartments
Martin Gugel, the director of Building Development Services for the city, has issued findings on a nuisance property case involving Jenny Lind Apartments at 711 S. Jefferson. The city had previously declared Jenny Lind Hall a nuisance property due to ongoing elevator issues throughout 2024. Following a hearing on September 17, Gugel determined that the building violates City Code Sec. 26-62, which pertains to dangerous and blighted buildings.
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Springfield seeks candidates for public utilities board vacancies
The City of Springfield is actively seeking candidates to fill three vacancies on the Board of Public Utilities. The board, which includes 11 members appointed by the Springfield City Council, has specific requirements for applicants. Two positions are designated for city residents, while the third is open to a customer of City Utilities who resides outside the city.
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Springfield City Manager Jason Gage resigns after six years
Springfield City Manager Jason Gage has announced his resignation, effective January 11, 2025. Gage, who has served the city for six years, guided Springfield through significant challenges including a global pandemic and major capital improvement projects.
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Martin Gugel appointed as new director for Springfield's building development services
Martin Gugel has been appointed as the director of the City of Springfield's Building Development Services department, effective October 20. Gugel has served as the interim director since July and previously held the position of assistant director of Public Works for nine years.
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Springfield's police-fire pension nears full funding with community support
Representatives from Milliman, Inc., a financial firm tasked with evaluating the City of Springfield's Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System, provided an update to the Police-Fire Pension Board on October 10. The pension plan is currently funded at 94.8%, a significant improvement from its low point of 34% in 2009.