The council approves an ordinance to prep for Route 66’s centennial, while public comments highlight CWLP’s environmental compliance failures and transparency concerns. Updates on Bally Vaughn Apartments’ asbestos issues and safety hazards are also discussed.
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Council appoints new alderman, advances low-income housing project
The Springfield City Council meeting was short, but there was significant action: – Jeffrey G. Cox was appointed as the new alderman for Ward 1 after a swift vote. – The council approved $1.5 million in funding for the Nehemiah Expansion project, paving the way for 50 new affordable homes. – Rev. Silas Johnson and […]
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Building trades unions push for project labor agreement at packed council meeting
The Springfield City Council meeting was packed with building trades union members trying to insure that the next phase of the Nehemiah Homes Redevelopment Project is built using a project labor agreement, per a city ordinance that was put in place after Mayor Misty Buscher took office. The city is being asked to contribute $1.5 […]
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Springfield City Council OKs procedures for filling executive vacancies
The council passes an ordinance on filling executive vacancies and rejects proposed amendments to the measure in the wake of the controversial resignation of former Clerk Frank Lesko. Concerns are voiced about the resignation of the Tree Commission. Watch the full Springfield City Council meeting on YouTube Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 (2hr 20min)
