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2020 City News Releases

Posted on: March 2, 2020

Media Alert: Route 66 festival press conference at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Discovery Center

MEDIA ALERT

Please join us at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 3 at Discovery Center of Springfield, 438 E. St. Louis, as the City of Springfield and partners KY3 / KSPR / CW, Aaron Sachs & Associates and the West Central Neighborhood Alliance formally announce the line-up for the 10th annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival in downtown Springfield. The two-day, fun-filled event will take place Aug. 14 and 15.

Car show participants who want to get a jump on registration can register in person at the press conference. Online registration begins at 5 p.m. March 3 at route66festivalsgf.com.

Interested vendors should email [email protected].

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For more information, please contact Cora Scott, City of Springfield Director of Public Information and Civic Engagement, at 417-380-3352.

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Other News in 2020 City News Releases

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority to meet Jan. 5, 2021

Posted on: December 23, 2020

Dwayne Shmel named City’s new director of Building Development Services

Posted on: December 23, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure shares holiday message for the community

Posted on: December 23, 2020

9-1-1 staff to issue BOLO on Christmas Eve

Posted on: December 21, 2020

City dedicates Battlefield and Fremont improvement project with virtual ribbon cutting

Posted on: December 18, 2020

City seeking volunteers for Police Civilian Review Board

Posted on: December 18, 2020

Volunteers needed for local boards and commissions

Posted on: December 16, 2020

City Council extends masking, social distancing, occupancy restrictions until April 9

Posted on: December 14, 2020

City Council to consider bills to ratify union agreements

Posted on: December 14, 2020

Industrial Development Authority to meet Dec. 21 at 3 p.m.

Posted on: December 14, 2020

Media briefing at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Public Safety Center

Posted on: December 14, 2020

City and Council mourn loss of former councilman

Posted on: December 14, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations to meet Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Dec. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: December 10, 2020

City to step up enforcement of masking ordinance

Posted on: December 10, 2020

City Council to meet Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: December 9, 2020

City Council to hear update on masking ordinance at Tuesday's Council Lunch

Posted on: December 7, 2020

City passes “three-foot rule” to help increase pedestrian, bicycle safety at crosswalks

Posted on: December 2, 2020

City Council to meet Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: November 25, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure shares Thanksgiving message for the community

Posted on: November 25, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on: November 24, 2020

Board of Adjustment to meet Dec. 1 at 1:30 p.m.

Posted on: November 24, 2020

Media briefing at 2 p.m. today at Public Safety Center

Posted on: November 20, 2020

Mayor McClure calls for ringing of bells Saturday

Posted on: November 18, 2020

City Council hears progress report on community CARES Act allocations

Posted on: November 18, 2020

Park Central Square Christmas Tree to be installed at 9 a.m. Tuesday

Posted on: November 16, 2020

Public hearing on FY2019 CAPER scheduled for Nov. 24

Posted on: November 16, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: City to host Virtual Concept Development Event for Grant Avenue Parkway project Nov. 19

Posted on: November 16, 2020

Mayor’s Tree Lighting Holiday Show and Festival of Lights Tip Sheet

Posted on: November 13, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Nov. 19

Posted on: November 12, 2020

City Council to meet Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: November 12, 2020

CACCD to meet Nov. 24

Posted on: November 9, 2020

City seeking feedback for future of Commercial Street, Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan

Posted on: November 6, 2020

City to launch citizen survey

Posted on: November 6, 2020

City seeks public input in Concept Development Phase for Grant Avenue Parkway project

Posted on: November 5, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Nov. 5

Posted on: October 29, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Nov. 4

Posted on: October 29, 2020

City Council to meet Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: October 28, 2020

Board of Adjustment to meet Nov. 3 at 1:30 p.m.

Posted on: October 27, 2020

Environmental review records for CDBG Commercial Loan Program available for public comment

Posted on: October 27, 2020

Tonight’s City Council Listening Session canceled

Posted on: October 26, 2020

CACCD to meet Oct. 27

Posted on: October 23, 2020

City recognizes Pedestrian Safety Month by highlighting safety strategies and progress

Posted on: October 26, 2020

Environmental review records for CDBG/HOME New Construction Program available for public comment

Posted on: October 26, 2020

Council wants to hear from citizens on crime, community race relations, race relations and policing

Posted on: October 22, 2020

City Manager proposes changes in response to NAACP demands

Posted on: October 19, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Oct. 21

Posted on: October 1, 2020

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations to meet Oct. 21

Posted on: September 11, 2020

‘Tough Talks’ series continues Oct. 22 with further dialogue on race relations

Posted on: October 14, 2020

Mayor to announce plans for holiday kickoff

Posted on: October 13, 2020

City issues RFQ for Construction Manager at Risk services for Renew Jordan Creek Project

Posted on: October 12, 2020

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Posted on: October 9, 2020

Environmental review records for CDBG home rehabilitation project area available for public comment

Posted on: October 6, 2020

Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights & Community Relations announces results of inclusiveness survey

Posted on: October 6, 2020

Masking requirement extended through Jan. 9

Posted on: October 5, 2020

Media briefing at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Public Safety Center

Posted on: October 5, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Oct. 7

Posted on: October 1, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Oct. 8

Posted on: October 1, 2020

Council to vote on Road to Recovery Phase 3B ordinance Monday night

Posted on: October 1, 2020

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Posted on: September 30, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: Fassnight-focused virtual input event for Grant Avenue Parkway 6-7 p.m. tonight

Posted on: September 23, 2020

Community collaborative to launch new “Tough Talks” series

Posted on: September 28, 2020

CACCD to meet Sept. 22

Posted on: September 17, 2020

EPA visit highlights Springfield's Brownfields Program

Posted on: September 17, 2020

City to hire director of diversity and inclusion

Posted on: September 17, 2020

Community Remembrance Coalition plans soil collection ceremony for Saturday

Posted on: September 16, 2020

TONIGHT: Forward SGF Speaker Series continues with Brad Segal on “Global Trends”

Posted on: September 15, 2020

Public hearing set for Sept. 22 on acquisition/overhaul of affordable housing units

Posted on: September 14, 2020

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations to meet Sept. 16

Posted on: September 11, 2020

Mayor renews civil emergency order through Oct. 13

Posted on: September 10, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: West Central-focused virtual input event for Grant Avenue Parkway 6-7 p.m. tonight

Posted on: September 9, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure sends best wishes to Dr. John Jungmann

Posted on: September 9, 2020

Forward SGF Speaker Series continues with Brad Segal on “Global Trends”

Posted on: September 8, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Sept. 10

Posted on: September 3, 2020

Council expected to amend Galloway rezoning bill; public hearing to continue

Posted on: September 2, 2020

Industrial Development Authority to meet Sept. 8

Posted on: September 2, 2020

Volunteers needed to serve on local boards and commissions

Posted on: August 27, 2020

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority to meet Sept. 1 at 4 p.m.

Posted on: August 26, 2020

Visioning phase for Grant Avenue Parkway corridor improvement project kicks off Sept. 3

Posted on: September 1, 2020

City to rebroadcast 2014 Ozark Mountain Daredevils concert on web and cable

Posted on: August 21, 2020

CACCD to meet Aug. 25

Posted on: August 20, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Aug. 26

Posted on: August 20, 2020

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations to meet Aug. 19

Posted on: August 14, 2020

City contractors to begin survey work in Grant Avenue Parkway project area Aug. 17

Posted on: August 13, 2020

Media briefing at 10 a.m. Thursday at Public Safety Center

Posted on: August 12, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet Aug. 13

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet Aug. 12

Posted on: August 6, 2020

City seeks input on design of the Cherry and Pickwick Intersection and Traffic Calming project

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority to meet Aug. 4 at 4 p.m.

Posted on: July 31, 2020

Springfield Mayor Ken McClure Statement

Posted on: July 28, 2020

Council approves administrative delay on Grant Avenue

Posted on: July 28, 2020

CACCD to meet virtually Tuesday, July 28 at 6 p.m. for its regularly scheduled meeting

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet July 29

Posted on: July 8, 2020

City celebrates 30th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act with proclamation

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Local musician earns most points in Mayor’s video contest

Posted on: July 21, 2020

David Leong remembered for impact on the community

Posted on: July 21, 2020

Springfieldians show creativity in “Wear a Mask” video competition

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Mayor McClure congratulates WOW for "America's Best Aquarium" honor

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Mayor McClure continues state of Civil Emergency

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Mayor McClure reacts to Governor Parson's veto of House Bill 1854

Posted on: July 14, 2020

City Council passes ordinance requiring face coverings in public spaces

Posted on: July 14, 2020

REMINDER: Media briefing at 10 a.m. at Public Safety Center

Posted on: July 14, 2020

City, Greene County celebrate 9-1-1 during rescheduled National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Posted on: July 13, 2020

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations to meet July 15

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet July 16

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet July 15

Posted on: July 8, 2020

City Council to meet July 13 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: July 8, 2020

Faith leaders convene to assist with community needs

Posted on: July 8, 2020

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Posted on: July 7, 2020

Phase 3 of City’s Road to Recovery Plan to continue through July 15

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Media briefing at 10 a.m. Thursday at Public Safety Center

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority to meet July 7 at 4 p.m.

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Board of Adjustment to meet July 7 at 1:30 p.m.

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure launches “Wear a Mask” Video Contest

Posted on: June 29, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure urges citizens to support WOW in national contest

Posted on: June 27, 2020

City Council to meet June 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Mayor congratulates Springfield Cardinals on plans to host St. Louis Cardinals players

Posted on: June 24, 2020

City issues RFQ for architecture and engineering services for Jordan Creek daylighting project

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Square sculpture to be tumbled Thursday, June 18 in honor of Tom Billionis

Posted on: June 16, 2020

Nearly $1M in CARES Act money to fund affordable housing, homeless services, forgivable biz loans

Posted on: June 16, 2020

Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights to meet Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on: June 15, 2020

City Council expected to table bills to annex and rezone West Plainview Road property Monday night

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Phase 3 of City’s Road to Recovery Plan effective Monday

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Media Briefing at 11 a.m. Friday at Public Safety Center

Posted on: June 11, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure praises officer for courageous actions

Posted on: June 8, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, June 5

Posted on: June 8, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: City to host follow-up information session on Fassnight Creek Stormwater Project June 9

Posted on: June 8, 2020

Traffic impacts expected for downtown Springfield Saturday

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Mayor amends civil emergency order to allow public gatherings

Posted on: June 5, 2020

City to host follow-up information session on upcoming Fassnight Creek Stormwater Project June 9

Posted on: June 4, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure offers encouragement, praise in annual State of the City address

Posted on: June 4, 2020

Mayor and City Manager encourage safe, lawful protests

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Birthplace of Route 66 Festival canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

Posted on: June 1, 2020

City of Springfield takes formal action to condemn actions of Minneapolis Police

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Developer requests tabling of zoning hearing on Lone Pine and Galloway properties

Posted on: May 29, 2020

City Council to vote on pair of bills to temporarily ease requirements for outdoor dining

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission to meet June 4

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Mayor McClure announces Costco membership warehouse considering locating in Springfield

Posted on: May 28, 2020

City Council to meet June 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Landmarks Board to meet June 3 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Mayor McClure urges personal responsibility

Posted on: May 25, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure remembers businessman Ed Pinegar

Posted on: May 24, 2020

Mayor amends order to clarify intent on occupancy allowance

Posted on: May 22, 2020

City seeks public input on amendments to plans related to CARES Act funds

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Phase 2 of “Road to Recovery Plan” effective Saturday

Posted on: May 20, 2020

Media Briefing at 2 p.m. at Public Safety Center

Posted on: May 19, 2020

Springfield Art Museum Stormwater Improvement project to begin in late summer

Posted on: May 19, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: City to host virtual information session on Fassnight Creek Stormwater project tonight

Posted on: May 19, 2020

City highlights role of infrastructure, dedication of staff during National Public Works Week

Posted on: May 18, 2020

City Council provides feedback on draft “Road to Recovery Plan”

Posted on: May 15, 2020

CACCD to meet virtually Tuesday at 6 p.m. for public hearing on CARES Act funding

Posted on: May 15, 2020

City to host virtual information session on upcoming Fassnight Creek Stormwater Improvement project

Posted on: May 14, 2020

Kris Inman selected to serve as Springfield-Greene County 9-1-1 Emergency Communications director

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Police and Firefighters’ Retirement System Board of Trustees to meet virtually Thursday morning

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Springfield Mayor commemorates V-E Day with message to Veterans

Posted on: May 8, 2020

Springfield Mayor thanks U.S. Air Force for show of support

Posted on: May 8, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, May 8

Posted on: May 8, 2020

City amends Road to Recovery order following community dashboard improvements

Posted on: May 7, 2020

City budget workshops resume

Posted on: May 5, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, May 1

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Springfield recycling facilities to reopen to the public May 6

Posted on: May 1, 2020

City to receive additional CDBG funds as result of CARES Act, asking for public input

Posted on: May 1, 2020

City Council to meet May 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Mayor, Greene County issue Road to Recovery orders; Health Director urges cautious approach

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Media Briefing at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2020

Posted on: April 29, 2020

P&Z meetings to resume May 7

Posted on: April 29, 2020

TIF Commission to meet May 4 to discuss IDEA Commons redevelopment

Posted on: April 28, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, April 24

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Accounting firm completes audit of IT General Controls

Posted on: April 22, 2020

Eden Village and City of Springfield reach agreement

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Springfield and Greene County extend Stay-At-Home Orders until May 4

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Deadline extended to sign up to speak at Monday night's City Council meeting

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, April 17

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Springfield Mayor and Greene County Presiding Commissioner react to Governor's announcement

Posted on: April 16, 2020

City Council to meet Monday evening, April 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on: April 15, 2020

Have Faith Initiative Launched to Coordinate Faith Community’s Engagement in COVID-19 Response

Posted on: April 8, 2020

Police Chief Paul Williams to provide update to City Council

Posted on: April 7, 2020

City of Springfield and Greene County issue amended “Stay-At-Home” Orders

Posted on: April 6, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, April 3

Posted on: April 3, 2020

City Council to resume regular meeting schedule Monday

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Electronic City Council meetings being instituted

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Message from Mayor McClure and Presiding Commissioner Dixon, March 27

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Municipal Court modifies court operations UPDATED

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Leaders from several community organizations sign Help Ozarks Pledge

Posted on: March 25, 2020

City Council to have virtual meeting today at 4 p.m.

Posted on: March 23, 2020

City's recycling drop-off centers to close through April 1

Posted on: March 19, 2020

City provides alternative transaction methods in response to COVID-19

Posted on: March 19, 2020

Mayor issues order to prohibit public gatherings of 10 or more

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Council Lunch Workshop March 17 Cancelled

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Mayor declares civil emergency; City Council prohibits public gatherings of 50 or more

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Municipal Court modifies court operations

Posted on: March 16, 2020

City Council to hold emergency closed session at noon, open session immediately following

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure calls for day of prayer, March 15, 2020

Posted on: March 13, 2020

Final review opportunity of proposed updates to FEMA floodplain maps available through March 28

Posted on: March 13, 2020

African-American Heritage Trail Marker to be unveiled Sunday near Gibson Chapel

Posted on: March 7, 2020

Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice available for public review through April 4

Posted on: March 6, 2020

MEDIA ALERT: City Council to receive update on 2020 census Tuesday

Posted on: March 9, 2020

Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights inclusion survey open through March 20

Posted on: March 5, 2020

Route 66 Festival organizers announce 2020 entertainment as festival celebrates 10th year

Posted on: March 3, 2020

REMINDER: Route 66 festival press conference at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Discovery Center

Posted on: March 3, 2020

City to collect design input on Commercial Street TIF-funded projects at March 3 Open House

Posted on: February 21, 2020

Mayor proclaims Feb. 23 a day to celebrate life of Dr. Robert Spence

Posted on: February 20, 2020

Remembering Dr. Robert H. Spence

Posted on: February 19, 2020

Department of Labor satisfied with City’s action to address grant fund eligibility

Posted on: February 18, 2020

Mayor Ken McClure and the City of Springfield send the prayers of the entire community to Dr. Robert

Posted on: February 17, 2020

Fire Chief recognized with Ambassador award from Center for Public Safety Excellence

Posted on: February 14, 2020

City to demolish vacant buildings along Boonville to make way for parking

Posted on: February 18, 2020

Mayor McClure encourages citizens to participate in U.S. census in March

Posted on: February 14, 2020

City names Neil Slagle as new Director of Information Systems

Posted on: February 12, 2020

Dr. Robert Spence receives key to the City

Posted on: February 10, 2020

REMINDER: Mayor to present key to the City to Dr. Robert Spence at 5 p.m.

Posted on: February 10, 2020

Springfield Mayor Ken McClure would like to congratulate Coach Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs

Posted on: February 3, 2020

City’s auditor releases FY 2019 Compliance Report

Posted on: January 31, 2020

Forward SGF Issues and Opportunities Report released at Council Lunch

Posted on: January 28, 2020

Reminder: Public encouraged to attend a Forward SGF Visioning Workshop Tuesday or Wednesday

Posted on: January 27, 2020

Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights asking for feedback about inclusion in Springfield

Posted on: January 24, 2020

Longtime architect hired by City as Director of Quality of Place Initiatives

Posted on: January 22, 2020

Mayor McClure expresses gratitude and best wishes to Greene County Commissioner Harold Bengsch

Posted on: January 14, 2020

Forward SGF visioning workshops planned for late January

Posted on: January 6, 2020

Fourth quarter crosswalk study indicates a nearly 10 percentage point improvement in 2019

Posted on: January 6, 2020