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2020 City News Releases

Posted on: December 7, 2020

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

MEDIA ALERT

At Tuesday’s Council Lunch Workshop, Director of Public Health Clay Goddard will update City Council on the masking ordinance, and discuss a possible extension of the masking and social distancing requirements. Tune in live at 11:30 a.m. at https://cityview.springfieldmo.gov.

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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
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Mayor renews civil emergency order through Jan. 11, 2021

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 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
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Mayor renews civil emergency order through Dec. 12

Posted on: November 10, 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

City, Greene County Clerk partner to educate public on voting options with PSA

Posted on: October 9, 2020
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Mayor renews civil emergency order through Nov. 12

Posted on: October 9, 2020
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City seeking candidates for Board of Public Utilities

Posted on: October 6, 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

Apply to run for Mayor, 4 City Council seats starting at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1

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

COVID-19’s impact on public health capabilities leads to masking ordinance consideration

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

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

Posted on: March 2, 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