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City’s First Homeless Outreach Officer

Springfield Police Officer Chris Jones, a veteran of the department for nearly 14 years, was named the first Homeless Outreach Team (H.O.T.) officer this past January. Thank you to the SJR for their article highlighting Officer Jones’ daily work.


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Potholes

With the freezing and thawing of winter weather, inevitably potholes will form. As potholes become more noticeable this time of year, residents are encouraged to call Public Works 24-hour dispatch at 217.789.2246 or report a pothole online.


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Downtown Public Hearing

Stop by Wednesday, February 20 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for the public open house highlighting proposals for traffic signal upgrades and reviewing one way to two way streets. The session will take place at Lincoln Library, 326 S. 7th Street. No formal presentations. Review the plans and provide your feedback.

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FY 2020 Budget Workshops

The City of Springfield’s fiscal year runs March 1 - February 28. The proposed budget for fiscal year with 2020 includes a balanced budget with an emphasis on citizen safety, infrastructure enhancement and increasing efficiencies in government. The department budget presentations have concluded. The public hearing will take place Wednesday, February 13 at 5:30 p.m. during the Committee of the Whole meeting. It will take place in the Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd Floor.


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Warming Centers

For anyone who needs relief from the cold, there are designated warming centers around Springfield. The Springfield Overflow Shelter is located at 1015 E. Madison Street and is also open 7 days a week from 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. The Helping Hands lobby located at 1023 E. Washington is open as a warming space Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday as well. Questions? Contact the Office of Community Relations at 217.789.2270.


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About Springfield Projects

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Full List of Springfield Projects
Pillsbury Plant

Pillsbury Plant
Hunter Lake

Hunter Lake
North Mansion Block

North Mansion Block
Springfield Railroad Project

Springfield Railroad Project




Recent Press Releases

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Full List of Press Releases

2/15/2019
Springfield Police: Criminal Defacement (Graffiti) Arrests

2/15/2019
Parking Meters Not Enforced On Monday

2/7/2019
Springfield Police: Armed Robbery Arrest

2/6/2019
Springfield Police: Shooting Investigation Update