Branch Pick-up is Underway
🌧️Rain or shine☀️, our dedicated Public Works team is hard at work with branch pick-up! Remember, smaller branches can also be broken up and placed in yard waste bags or containers as part of our City’s bi-weekly yard waste pick-up.
Want to know when we’ll be in your area? Check out our current map, placement guidelines, and resident instructions at: https://www.springfield.il.us/departments/publicworks/branchpickup.aspx
A big thank you to our dedicated Public Works crews! 👷
#PublicWorks #BranchPickup #CommunityCare
The City of Springfield was honored to join the U.S. District Court-Central District of Illinois for a special Naturalization Ceremony at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. We were privileged to witness nearly 100 new citizens from several countries take their Oath of Allegiance. This ceremony marks the culmination of their journey to U.S. citizenship, and we wish them every success as they embark on this new chapter! ✨ Welcome to all our newest citizens! ✨
#NaturalizationCeremony #SpringfieldWelcomesYou #CityofSpi
Final PCIA
Part 3: Putting Civics into Action
🗣️ City Council vs. Committee of the Whole: What's the difference?
In Springfield, the City Council is responsible for passing laws, approving purchases, and making important decisions that affect the community. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month to conduct official business and vote on various matters.
On the other hand, the Committee of the Whole meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. This setting allows for more informal discussions and debates among council members about upcoming issues, providing a space for recommendations to be made before any formal voting takes place.
Join us tonight at 5:30 PM for the City Council meeting! Experience your local government in action, whether you attend in person or stream it online:
📺 YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@ILSpringfield
📺 Government Channel 18: https://channel18vod.springfield.il.us/CablecastPublicSite/watch-now?site=2
#LocalGovernment #CityCouncil #CivicEngagement #PuttingCivicsIntoAction #CityofSpi
Pt. 2-Putting Civics Into Action
🤔Did You Know?
This week’s "Putting Civics Into Action" spotlight is on City Government Structure! 🏛️
The City of Springfield operates under a Mayor-aldermanic government:
• Mayor – elected for a 4-year term, leading the city’s direction.
• City Clerk & Treasurer – managing city records and finances.
• 10 Aldermen – representing each of the city’s wards.
📅 Get Involved: Did you know you can attend City Council Meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at Municipal Center West? You can even address the council with your concerns or ideas!
👉 Sign up here to speak: https://cityclerk.springfield.il.us/Government/AddressCouncil.aspx
#CivicEngagement #SpringfieldGovernment #CityCouncil #PuttingCivicsIntoAction
Final Putting Civics Unto Action-Launch
🌟 Exciting News Springfield 🌟
We’re about to turn up the civic engagement dial with our brand new “Putting Civics Into Action!” campaign! It’s time to dive into the decisions that shape our community because guess what? YOU are the secret ingredient that makes Springfield thrive.
Join us LIVE tomorrow for the kickoff of our social media campaign! Tune into The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce - Leadership Springfield event to learn about the operations of the City government and the City Council from City of Springfield officials.
📅 When: Tomorrow, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
📺 Where: Catch all the action live on our YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@ILSpringfield or on Channel 18.
Let’s take part in making Springfield the best it can be. We hope you can tune in!
#CivicsInActionSpringfield #CityofSpi
Fall vid
🍂 Fall kicked off this week, and our awesome Public Works crews are already out there sprucing up the city with gorgeous mums in all sorts of vibrant colors! 🍂 We want to give a huge shoutout to our Public Works team for making Springfield look fantastic this autumn. Make sure you take a moment to enjoy the beautiful sights around town! #SpringfieldBeautification #AutumnInTheCity #ThankYouPublicWorks #CityofSpi
Looking for Lincoln Underground Railroad Exhibit
📣 New Exhibit Alert! 📣
Looking for Lincoln and the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area have unveiled a powerful new traveling exhibit: Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Starting its journey in Springfield, this exhibit shines a light on the courageous Illinois communities and residents who played a vital role in helping freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Experience stories of bravery, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom like never before.
📍 Now Open! Visit the exhibit at Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL through November 30, 2024, before it travels across Illinois to more communities. Don’t miss this chance to witness history come to life!
#JourneyToFreedom #UndergroundRailroad #LookingForLincoln #SpringfieldHistory #IllinoisHistory #CityofSpi
A message from Mayor Misty Buscher
A message from Mayor Misty Buscher.
To find the Chelsey Farley GoFundMe page, visit: https://gofund.me/138643cc
1908 Race Riot National Monument
In a landmark decision, President Joe Biden has designated the site of the 1908 Race Riot in Springfield as a national monument. This announcement coincides with the 116th anniversary of the tragic events that unfolded in Springfield, which were pivotal in shaping the civil rights movement and led to the founding of the NAACP.
The City of Springfield would like to thank the Biden Administration, the Department of the Interior, and our congressional leaders for their support in preserving this crucial chapter of our nation's history. The establishment of the 1908 Race Riot National Monument honors the resilience of those who were impacted by the violence and illustrates the necessity of confronting our past with honesty and integrity.
We also acknowledge the contributions of the countless individuals and organizations that have worked tirelessly over the past decade to achieve this designation. This includes the National Park Service, local partners, and the dedicated residents of Springfield. Together, we are committed to ensuring that these stories of courage and leadership remain a part of our collective history.
#NationalMonument #1908RaceRiot #CityofSpi
