Walnut Grove public meetings in 2022

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 29, 2022, was cancelled. The meeting was originally intended to be held via Zoom and in Development Review Conference Room 199.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 29, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Landmarks Board

The scheduled Landmarks Board meeting for December 28, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for discussion or decision.

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch meeting for December 27, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The December 27, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2023.

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 22, 2022, was cancelled. No other business or items were listed on the agenda.

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The December 21, 2022, meeting of the Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights & Community Relations was cancelled. The cancellation is due to questions regarding quorum and preparation for inclement weather. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023.

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch meeting for December 20, 2022, was canceled.

• No items listed due to cancellation

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet to discuss upcoming agenda items for the January 19 meeting and follow up on bylaws. This agenda contains only procedural administrative items.

• Discussion of January 19 Board Meeting agenda items
• Follow-up on Bylaws

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board will review November financial reports, the FY22 year-end report, and the FY23 budget revision. The agenda includes discussions regarding hotel tax redistribution and a proposal for a short-term rental bed tax. Additionally, updates will be provided on the Cooper/Killian Park kick-off and Fairgrounds Arena groundbreaking.

• Hotel tax redistribution and short-term rental bed tax proposal
• FY22 year-end report and FY23 budget revision
• Cooper/Killian Park kick-off and Fairgrounds Arena groundbreaking updates
• Recognition of retiring board members

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications. Members are scheduled to approve the financial statement ending October 31, 2022, and an audit report from June 30, 2022. New business includes an introduction to the Verus projected work plan and risk survey.

• Approval of Financial Statement Ending October 31, 2022
• Review of Retirement/Survivor/Relinquishment applications
• Introduction of Verus projected work plan and risk survey
• Approval of Audit Report as of June 30, 2022

The Board approved the financial statement ending October 31, 2022, and the final audit report as of June 30, 2022. Members accepted four retirement applications and specific pension calculations for Bobbie Terrill. The Board also approved a $2,750 payment for the Administrative Director's public official bond.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 10, 2022 (All Yes)
• Approved financial statement ending October 31, 2022 (All Yes)
• Accepted retirement applications for Mark Priebe, Shawn Clawson, John Stowe, and Bobbie Terrill (All Yes)
• Approved pension calculations for Bobbie Terrill (All Yes)
• Approved $2,750 payment to Nixon & Lindstrom for public official bond (All Yes)
• Approved final audit report as of June 30, 2022 (All Yes)
• Voted to enter closed session for legal matters (5-0)

City Council Committees

The Plans and Policies Committee meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet to review organizational reports and discuss bylaws. The agenda includes updates from the Director regarding a Strategic Planning RFP and an Architecture RFQ.

• Strategic Planning RFP
• Architecture RFQ
• Financial Report
• Bylaws

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning requests and preliminary plats for new subdivisions. The agenda also includes a street name change on Republic Street and the initiation of recreational marijuana amendments.

• Public hearings for rezonings at 6621 S Innovation Ave, 4121 S Cox Ave, and 830 N Benton Ave
• Preliminary plats for Porters Crossing and Campbell Acres subdivisions
• Street name change for the 3100 to 3600 blocks of Republic Street
• Initiation of comprehensive recreational marijuana amendments
• Easement relinquishment at 304 West Weaver Road

The Commission approved three rezoning requests, two preliminary plats for subdivisions, and a street name change. It also approved the initiation of text amendments regarding recreational marijuana and the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Approved rezoning of 6621 South Innovation Avenue to Government and institutional use district
• Approved rezoning of 4121 South Cox Avenue to Commercial service district (Z-29-2022)
• Approved rezoning of 830 North Benton Avenue to Government and institutional use district
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Porters Crossing Subdivision at 543 West Old Weaver Road
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Campbell Acres Subdivision at 3543 South Campbell Avenue
• Approved Street Name Change 81 for Republic Street (West 3100 block through East 3600 block)
• Approved initiation of citywide recreational marijuana text amendments
• Postponed Z-27-2022 rezoning request to January 12, 2023

Environmental Advisory Board

The board will conduct nominations and voting for the 2023 EAB Chairperson. Members will also discuss potential topics for the upcoming year and review September 2022 meeting minutes.

• Election of 2023 EAB Chairperson
• Approval of September 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of potential 2023 topics

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Finance and Administration Committee for December 14, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion.

Landmarks Board

The board is reviewing a request to demolish historic structures at 530, 536, and 540 E. Commercial Street. Staff recommends denying the application and requesting a Certificate of Economic Hardship.

• Demolition request for 530, 536, and 540 E. Commercial Street
• Staff recommendation to deny the certificate and request an economic hardship certificate
• Approval of the 2023 Landmarks Board calendar

The Landmarks Board denied a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish buildings at 530, 536, and 540 E. Commercial Street. The board heard testimony from the developer and several residents who opposed the demolition. The motion to approve the demolition failed.

• Denied demolition of 530, 536, & 540 E. Commercial Street (1-5)
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2022
• Appointed Bryon Lenox as Temporary Chair for the meeting

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Finance/Personnel Committee will meet on December 13, 2022. The agenda includes approving minutes and reviewing the library's financial report. A closed session regarding personnel matters is also scheduled.

• Review of Library Financial Report
• Closed session regarding personnel

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees Buildings & Grounds Committee will meet to discuss branch updates. The meeting includes a closed session specifically for discussing real estate matters.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Mayor's Commission for Children will swear in several individuals and welcome new Advisory Council members. The meeting also includes an update on Burrell restructuring and a review of committee activities.

• Swearing in of Dr. Masterson, Amy Chenoweth, Mike White, and Gerry Lee
• Welcoming new Advisory Council members Dr. Kristen Thompson, Jhasmine Watson, and Jaimie Trussell
• Update on Burrell restructuring from Clay Goddard
• Review of working committees and advocacy committee activities
• Update on Family Connects

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members received presentations on Burrell's regional restructuring and the Family Connects program at Jordan Valley. Discussion focused on staff retention strategies and the upcoming Kindergarten Readiness Study roll out on April 11th.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

Board of Equalization

The board will review the November Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2019 through 2022. Officials from the Collector’s and Assessor’s offices will present specific property assessments, including school districts and various billboard locations, which affect local tax records.

• Review of November Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2019-2022
• Assessment reviews for Empire District Electric Company
• Assessment reviews for Willard R-2 School District
• Assessment reviews for multiple Lamar Advertising billboard locations
• Review of September 13, 2022, and November 01, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review an RSM Audit Report and follow up on items from the December 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes adjournment to a closed session special meeting.

• RSM Audit Report
• Follow-up from December 12, 2022 City Council Meeting
• Adjournment to Special City Council Meeting - Closed Session

City Council

The Springfield City Council has called a special meeting for December 13, 2022. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding legal actions, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals.

• Closed session regarding legal actions or litigation
• Closed session regarding leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
• Closed session regarding sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The committee will meet to approve the 2023 legislative priorities for the Springfield Metro Partnership. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed CVB priorities, specifically local support for the short-term rental bed tax.

• Approval of 2023 legislative priorities for the Springfield Metro Partnership
• Discussion of proposed 2023 legislative priorities for the CVB
• Proposed local support for the short-term rental bed tax

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding infrastructure, including a $4,059,920 sewer rehabilitation project and a $1,797,790 streetscape improvement. The agenda also includes decisions on rezoning requests and land annexations.

• $4,059,920 bid for Sanitary Sewer Overflow Control Program by Rosetta Construction, LLC
• $1,797,790 bid for Jefferson Avenue Streetscape improvement from KCJ Construction Company
• Rezoning of 1708 South Sieger Drive from residential to office district
• Annexation of 27 acres at 6621 South Innovation Avenue
• Changing North Mulroy Road name to North Beaver Road

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including sewer rehabilitation and streetscape work on Jefferson Avenue. Council also updated housing assistance regulations and approved a land lease for the Watershed Committee of the Ozarks. A proposal for a drive-through coffee shop was tabled until January 9, 2023.

• Approved $4,059,920 contract to Rosetta Construction, LLC for Sanitary Sewer Overflow Control Program (8-0-1)
• Approved $1,797,790 contract to KCI Construction Company for Jefferson Avenue Streetscape (8-0-1)
• Approved amendments to Comprehensive Housing Assistance Program regulations (8-0-1)
• Approved land lease agreement with Watershed Committee of the Ozarks for four acres (8-0-1)
• Approved $5,000 grant from Musgrave Foundation for Kindergarten Readiness Study (8-0-1)
• Approved Contract of Obligation for Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill closure care (8-0-1)
• Tabled Conditional Use Permit for coffee shop at 404, 420, and 424 East Sunshine Street (5-3-1)
• Approved amendment to Missouri Statewide Interoperability Network Zone Four partnership (8-0-1)

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

This meeting is a retreat for the Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations. The agenda includes training on complaint and meeting processes and exercises to formulate recommendations on the commission's role. Members will also work to develop a new strategic plan.

• Training on Complaint and Meeting Processes by the Department of Law
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team Building Exercise led by Taj Suleyman
• Formulation of recommendations regarding the role of the MCHRCR
• Development of a new Strategic Plan by Taj Suleyman and Bob Atchley

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is meeting to discuss updates to the general park rules in City Code Section 82.1. The board will also address signing authority for the Parks Garage and approve minutes from October 2022.

• Updating City Code Section 82.1 General Park Rules
• Parks Garage Signing Authority
• Approval of October 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Park Board approved a resolution to update City Code Section 82.1 regarding park curfew hours and alcohol regulation for presentation to City Council. The Board also formalized signing authority for the Parks’ Maintenance Equipment Crew Leader regarding vehicle and equipment documentation.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution granting Parks’ Maintenance Equipment Crew Leader authority to execute contracts and documents for equipment and motor vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to update City Code Section 82.1 regarding alcohol regulation and park hours of operation for City Council approval (unanimous)

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is holding a board retreat on December 9, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and discussion topics proposed by the board. No specific projects or ordinances are listed in this notice.

• No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

The Park Board held a fall retreat to review program updates, budget challenges, and strategic priorities. The board established a committee to recommend bylaw updates and appointed new members to the Parks Networking and Engagement Committee. No formal votes were taken on funding or project approvals.

• Formed committee of Dr. Dianna Parker, Leslie Carrier, and Randy Blackwood to review bylaws
• Appointed Dr. Parker to the Parks Networking and Engagement Committee
• Appointed Royce Reding to the Parks Networking and Engagement Committee
• Unanimously approved motion to adjourn

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 8, 2022, was cancelled. The provided text contained only ADA notification procedures and the cancellation notice.

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive a presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 audit. The meeting is scheduled to be held in person at the Library Center and virtually via Zoom.

• Presentation of FY22 Audit

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review the December 12, 2022 agenda report and discuss potential transformative projects for submission to the General Assembly in 2023. The session will then adjourn to a closed session special meeting.

• Review of Dec 12, 2022 agenda report
• Discussion of 2023 General Assembly project submissions
• Adjournment to a closed session special meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022, was cancelled.

City Council Committees

The Community Involvement Committee meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda.

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

The Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority is reviewing a real property tax abatement application from Missouri Commercial Development, LLC. The project is located within the Kearney Street Corridor Redevelopment Area.

• Real property tax abatement request for 2355 North Glenstone Avenue
• Approval of October 4, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct business in a closed session. The session is scheduled to discuss legal litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals.

• Discussion of legal actions or litigation
• Real estate leasing, purchase, or sale
• Review of sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will review an Executive Committee recommendation regarding a letter of offer to a candidate. The meeting may also include a closed session to consider matters under RSMo Section 610.021.

• Review of Executive Committee recommendation for a candidate's letter of offer

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee is reviewing an application for a fee-in-lieu of sidewalk at 2426 E Atlantic St. The applicant for this request is Maksim (Max) Sharshakov.

• ARC2022-00047: Fee-in-lieu of sidewalk at 2426 E Atlantic St

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Board will consider 11 applicants for electrical, plumbing, gas fitter, and mechanical licenses. This includes requests for testing approval, reinstatements, and reciprocation.

• Master Electrical reinstatement for Leonard Shane Hood
• Journeyman Plumbing testing approvals for four individuals
• Reciprocation request for Christopher Heath Walker (Plumbing)
• Master Gas Fitter testing or reciprocation for Paul Eugene Qualls
• Master Mechanical testing approvals for three individuals

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Landmarks Board

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Landmarks Board for November 30, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No items listed due to cancellation

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for November 29, 2022, was canceled. No other agenda items were listed.

City Council

The Springfield City Council has called a special meeting for November 29, 2022. The council will meet in a closed session to discuss the hiring, firing, disciplining, or promotion of specific employees.

• Closed session regarding employee personnel matters

Airport Board

The Springfield-Branson National Airport Board is considering a motion to support City Council action to rename the Midfield Terminal. The item was presented by Director of Aviation Brian Weiler.

• Motion to support City Council action to rename the Midfield Terminal

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider several ordinances regarding land use and infrastructure. This includes a redevelopment plan for the Grant Avenue Parkway area and rezoning for property on West Thoman Street. The council will also review bids for streetscape and sewer rehabilitation projects.

• Rezoning 0.5 acre at 2000 West Thoman Street from Heavy Manufacturing to Residential Single-Family
• Approval of the Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area plan
• $1,797,790 bid from KCJ Construction Company for Jefferson Avenue Streetscape improvements
• $4,059,920 bid from Rosetta Construction, LLC for sewer rehabilitation repairs
• $1,256,010 budget adjustment for LeCompte Roadway improvements

City Council approved the renaming of the Midfield Terminal to the Roy Blunt Terminal and designated the Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area as a multi-project redevelopment plan. The council also approved several zoning changes, a roadway cost-share agreement, and a municipal agreement for Kearney Street. A conditional use permit for a drive-through business on East Sunshine Street was tabled.

• Approved renaming Midfield Terminal to 'Roy Blunt Terminal' (8-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area (8-0)
• Approved rezoning 2000 West Thoman Street from Heavy Manufacturing to Residential Single-Family (8-0)
• Approved $1,256,010 budget adjustment for LeCompte Road improvements cost-share (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for car wash at 600 South Glenstone Avenue (8-0)
• Tabled Conditional Use Permit for eating and drinking establishment at 404, 420, and 424 East Sunshine Street (5-3)
• Approved municipal agreement for Kearney Street improvements (8-0)
• Approved resolution repealing rezoning of 4.2 acres on South Lone Pine Avenue following election results (8-0)

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for November 22, 2022, was canceled.

• Cancellation of the City Council lunch

Workforce Development Board

The Finance Committee will discuss the finance report and the allocation of staff time for grants separate from WIOA. The committee also plans to review the September 27 minutes and the 2023 calendar.

• Approval of September 27 minutes
• Review of Finance Report
• Allocation of Staff Time/Grants (separate from WIOA)
• Approval of 2023 Calendar

Workforce Development Board

The Executive Committee will review 501c3 insurance bids and the allocation of staff time for grants. The committee also plans to take action on selective service, stipend, and testing policies.

• Review of 501c3 insurance bids
• Allocation of staff time/grants
• Selective Service Exemption Policy action
• Stipend Policy action
• Testing and Assessment Policy action

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Public Involvement Committee for November 22, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to the cancellation.

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The committee will review the minutes from the September 20, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes a training session regarding FY2023 Discretionary CDBG technical assistance.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• FY2023 Discretionary CDBG Technical Assistance Training Session

Airport Board

The Board will review September and October 2022 statistics and approve minutes from the September 15, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes a retreat to discuss capital improvement programs, terminal remodeling, and an electric vehicle charging station study.

• Financial Services Agreement with Ricondo & Associates
• Lease Assignment for Worldwide Aircraft Services
• Review of Capital Improvement Program (Airside & Landside)
• Update on GA Terminal Remodel and Expansion
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station Study

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board will discuss a proposal regarding hotel tax redistribution and a short-term rental bed tax. The agenda also includes reviewing October financial reports and the FY23 budget revision. Additionally, the meeting covers the Cooper/Killian Park kick-off and Fairgrounds Arena groundbreaking.

• Hotel tax redistribution and short-term rental bed tax proposal
• Cooper/Killian Park Kick-Off and Fairgrounds Arena Groundbreaking
• October Financial Reports and FY23 Budget Revision

Tree City USA Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss how a recent rezoning denial in Galloway village may affect future city zoning and neighborhood development. Members will also receive updates on City Reforestation efforts and the Arbor Day Poster Contest.

• Approval of September and October 2022 minutes
• Discussion regarding Galloway village rezoning denial
• Update on Arbor Day Poster Contest and City Reforestation
• Update on Tree City USA CAC members

City Council Committees

The Plans and Policies Committee will discuss proposed revisions to Code Section 36-363, which covers Conditional Use Permits. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting.

• Revisions to Code Section 36-363 (Conditional Use Permits)
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2022

Administrative Review Committee

The Administrative Review Committee will meet to review application ARC2022-00046. This item involves a request for GSB - FDP Substantial Conformity at 1615 W Sunshine St by Jared Davis.

• ARC2022-00046: GSB - FDP Substantial Conformity at 1615 W Sunshine St

The Administrative Review Committee reviewed a proposal for a bank site at 1615 W Sunshine St. The committee determined the project met the criteria for substantial conformity to the original Planned Development.

• Approved development plan for 1615 W Sunshine St (3-0)

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will discuss various committee and director reports. This includes updates on the Strategic Planning RFQ and Master Plan Programming Groups. The board will also address a bylaws update.

• Financial report review
• Strategic Planning RFQ discussion
• Master Plan Programming Groups update
• Auditorium RFP Committee report
• Bylaws update

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board met to consider 15 license applications. The board reviewed requests for testing, reinstatements, and reciprocation within the electrical and plumbing trades.

• Approval of testing for three Master Electrical applicants
• Review of seven Journeyman Electrical applications including one reinstatement and one reciprocation
• Processing of three Master Plumbing reciprocation requests
• Approval of testing for two Journeyman Plumbing applicants

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Springfield Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a street name change for North Mulroy Road and multiple rezoning applications. The agenda also includes a request to initiate a neighborhood plan for University Heights and a citywide text amendment regarding home occupations.

• Street Name Change 80 for 3100 – 3399 blk North Mulroy Road (Buc-ee’s)
• Rezoning request Z-25-2022 at 1708 South Sieger Drive
• Rezoning request Z-26-2022 at 354 West Buena Vista Street
• Initiation of a Neighborhood Plan for University Heights
• Citywide Home Occupation Text Amendment

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a corridor plan for Sunshine and National including University Heights. The board also approved several rezoning requests and a street name change for a proposed Buc-ee's location.

• Approved corridor plan for Sunshine and National including University Heights from Campbell to National and National to Grand (4-3)
• Approved renaming 3100-3399 block of North Mulroy Road to North Beaver Road (4-3)
• Approved rezoning 1708 South Sieger Drive from R-SF to O-1 (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 354 West Buena Vista Street from Greene County C-2 to GR (7-0)
• Approved initiation of Home Occupation Text Amendment citywide (7-0)
• Approved Relinquishment of Easement 930 at 3530 West Mount Vernon Street (7-0)
• Approved withdrawal of Z-23-2022 for multiple properties on South National Ave, East Sunshine St, and East University St (7-0)

Landmarks Board

The Landmarks Board will consider certificates of appropriateness for demolitions at 533, 536, and 540 E Commercial. The meeting also includes reports regarding potential local historic site nominations.

• Demolition requests for 533, 536, and 540 E Commercial
• Reports on potential local historic site nominations

The Board postponed a decision on a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish buildings at 530, 536, and 540 E. Commercial Street to review post-demolition plans. The Board also approved its 2023 meeting calendar.

• Postponed Certificate of Appropriateness for 530, 536, & 540 E. Commercial Street demolition to December 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Landmarks Board Calendar (7-0)
• Approved October 5, 2022, minutes

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The commission will discuss the schedule and agenda for an upcoming retreat. Members will also continue planning for community outreach events.

• Approval of October 19, 2022, minutes
• Discussion of MCHRCR retreat date, time, and agenda
• Community outreach event planning

The Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations approved the date and time for an upcoming retreat and requested funding for its expenses. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes
• Set retreat for 12/10/22 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Planning Studio
• Approved request to fund expenses for the retreat

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Finance/Personnel Committee will meet to approve minutes and review the library financial report. The meeting includes a closed session regarding real estate and personnel matters.

• Review of Library Financial Report
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from September and October 2022. The agenda includes updates on the strategic plan and various committee reports. The board will also hold a session to recognize Gay Wilson for retirement.

• Approval of September 20 and October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Committee reports from Buildings & Grounds, Executive, Programs, Services & Technology, and Finance/Personnel
• Strategic Plan Update
• Staff retirement recognition for Gay Wilson
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel matters

City Council

This meeting is a City Council lunch session. The agenda includes discussions regarding charter ballot issues and the hotel/motel tax issue. The council will also follow up on the November 14, 2022, meeting before adjourning to a closed session special meeting.

• Charter Ballot Issues
• Hotel/Motel Tax Issue
• Follow-up from November 14, 2022 meeting

Workforce Development Board

The Planning & Oversight Committee is meeting to approve minutes from the September 20, 2022, meeting. The board will take action on Selective Service Exemption, Stipend, and Testing and Assessment policies. Reports on performance and monitoring will also be presented.

• Selective Service Exemption Policy action
• Stipend Policy action
• Testing and Assessment Policy action
• 2023 Calendar approval
• Performance and monitoring reports

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet to discuss organization bylaws. The board will also review agenda items for the December 15 meeting.

• Discussion of bylaws
• Review of upcoming agenda items for the December 15 meeting

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee will receive updates on transportation and capital improvements sales tax projects. The committee will also review reports regarding pension, hotel/motel, and level property taxes.

• 1/8 Cent Transportation Sales Tax Projects update
• 1/4 Cent Capital Improvements Sales Tax Projects update
• Pension Sales Tax Receipts report
• Hotel/Motel Tax Reports
• Level Property Tax Reports

City Council

The Springfield City Council scheduled a special meeting for November 15, 2022. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss litigation and confidential communications with attorneys.

• Closed session regarding legal actions or litigation involving the city
• Discussion of confidential communications between the council and its attorneys

Art Museum Board

The Acquisition & Exhibition Committee will review several proposals for new items in the Springfield Art Museum collection. This includes reviewing various painting, photography, and textile donations along with one purchase. The committee will vote on whether to recommend these items to the SAM Board.

• Review of painting donations from Cheng-Khee Chee, Mark Messersmith, Beverly Hopkins, and Hugh Yorty
• Review of photography donations from Gwen Walstrand
• Review of textile donation from Cody Harness
• Review of Sarah Braman purchase

City Council

The Springfield City Council is reviewing several budget amendments, including $950,000 for Fire Station #7 reconstruction and various ARPA fund allocations. The agenda also includes grant applications for the Renew Jordan Creek Project and the Springfield Art Museum expansion. Additionally, council members will consider rezoning requests and a redevelopment plan for Grant Avenue Parkway.

• $950,000 budget amendment for Fire Station #7 reconstruction
• Grant application for up to $3.7 million for Renew Jordan Creek Project
• Grant application for up to $3.5 million for Springfield Art Museum expansion
• Rezoning 0.5 acre at 2000 West Thoman Street from manufacturing to residential
• Redevelopment plan approval for the Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area

City Council adopted the Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan and extended a declaration of economic and housing access calamity. The council also approved several grant applications for tourism and infrastructure, as well as the appointment of a new Municipal Court Judge.

• Adopted Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan (8-0)
• Extended economic and housing access calamity declaration (8-0)
• Elected David Mercer as Municipal Court Judge (8-0)
• Approved $192,496 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (8-0)
• Approved $950,000 budget amendment for Fire Station #7 reconstruction (8-0)
• Authorized grant applications for Renew Jordan Creek (up to $3.7M) and Art Museum expansion (up to $3.5M) (8-0)
• Approved annexation of 354 West Buena Vista Street (8-0)
• Approved $834 for Brentwood neighborhood identification signs (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Springfield Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the adoption of the Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and consent items.

• Adoption of the Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review retirement applications and the financial statement ending September 30, 2022. The agenda includes discussions regarding contract extensions for the Administrative Director and Secretary. Additionally, the board will review the audit report as of June 30, 2022.

• Approval of financial statement ending September 30, 2022
• Review of retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications
• Audit report as of June 30, 2022
• Extension of Administrative Director contract
• Extension of Secretary contract

The Board approved the financial statement for the period ending September 30, 2022, and the preliminary audit report as of June 30, 2022. Members also accepted two retirement applications and approved board member nominations. Contract extensions for the Administrative Director and Secretary were approved in closed session.

• Approved financial statement ending September 30, 2022 (All Yes)
• Accepted retirement applications for Lee Grover and Steven Stinnett (All Yes)
• Approved $1,404.50 payment to Spencer Fane for legal counsel (All Yes)
• Approved board nominations for Ron Hoffman, Andrew McPherson, and Jason Friend (All Yes)
• Approved preliminary draft of the June 30, 2022 audit report (All Yes)
• Approved quarterly investment report (All Yes)
• Extended Administrative Director Manley's contract to March 31, 2023 (8-0)
• Extended Secretary White's contract to June 30, 2023 (8-0)

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board is meeting to consider various license applications. The board will review requests for testing approval, reinstatements, and reciprocation across several trades.

• Testing approval for Master Electrical applicants Brian Monahan and Jeremy Rader.
• Reinstatement of David Gelber’s Journeyman Electrical license.
• Reciprocation requests for Ethan Starchman (Electrical) and Walter Brown (Plumbing).
• Testing approval for Journeyman Electrical applicants James Davis, Pachl Lee, Brandon Neeter, and Clay Whitener.
• Testing approval for Journeyman Plumbing applicant Joshua Edward Wilson.

City Council Committees

The City Council Committee of the Whole will consider reappointments and conduct interviews for the Board of Public Utilities. The committee is also scheduled to vote on recommendations for these appointments.

• Interviews for possible Board of Public Utilities appointments
• Vote to make recommendations for Board of Public Utilities appointments
• Approval of January 27, 2022 meeting minutes

Workforce Development Board

The State of the Workforce Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes from September 15, 2022. The committee will also hold discussions and updates regarding Momentum Event planning.

• Approval of September 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action regarding Momentum Event planning

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Finance and Administration Committee for November 9, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Library Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will meet to receive branch updates. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding real estate matters.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees Executive Committee will meet to review the November Board agenda and receive updates on the Strategic Plan and ARPA. The meeting includes a closed session regarding real estate and personnel matters.

• Strategic Plan Update
• ARPA Updates
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Mayor's Commission for Children will receive an update on the Family Connects program and the Kindergarten Readiness Project. The commission will also discuss an action plan regarding the inclusion of volunteers in Early Childhood Centers. Names are being submitted to the Council and Advisory Committee.

• Update on Family Connects progress
• Kindergarten Readiness Project update
• Action plan for volunteers in Early Childhood Centers
• Submission of names to Council and Advisory Committee

The Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members received updates on Wonder Years enrollment and the progress of Family Connects, including upcoming academy starts and grant submissions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet for a lunch session to review the agenda for the November 14, 2022, meeting. The council will also receive a report on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program accomplishments.

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments Report

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board is holding a closed meeting. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding specifications for competitive bidding. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Closed session regarding specifications for competitive bidding

Board of Equalization

The Greene County Board of Equalization will review September and October "Adds and Strikes" reports for multiple tax years. The board will also consider a request from the Collector’s Office to expire 2017 real estate and personal property taxes for 4RZ LLC.

• Review of September Adds and Strikes Reports (tax years 2017-2021)
• Request to expire 2017 Real Estate & Personal Property Taxes for 4RZ LLC
• Review of October Adds and Strikes Reports (tax years 2018-2022)

City Council

The agenda for this meeting contains only a notice that the scheduled City Council lunch is canceled. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for November 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

City Council Committees

The Community Involvement Committee meeting scheduled for November 1, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

City Council Committees

The Public Involvement Committee will meet to approve minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting. The committee will also consider potential selections for various local boards and commissions.

• Approval of August 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Possible selection for Board of Equalization
• Possible selection for Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible selection for Environmental Advisory Board
• Possible selection for Citizens’ Sales Tax Oversight Committee

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

This meeting of the Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority, scheduled for November 1, 2022, has been canceled. No business will be conducted, and no agenda items are available for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special closed session on November 1, 2022. The meeting is intended to discuss legal litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed bids or proposals.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Review of confidential communications with attorneys
• Potential leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
• Review of sealed bids and related documents
• Review of sealed proposals and related documents

City Council

The Walnut Grove City Council meeting scheduled for October 31, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the document.

Public Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports from department directors and vote on several resolutions. These include approving 2023 flat rents for public housing and authorizing the write-off of certain uncollected resident accounts from July and August 2022.

• Approval of 2023 public housing flat rents (Resolution No. 2291)
• Authorization to write off certain uncollected, vacated resident accounts from July and August 2022 (Resolution No. 2290)
• Approval of a holiday gift plan for employees (Resolution No. 2289)

Tree City USA Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will review the September 2022 meeting minutes and discuss the application process for Tree City USA recognition. Members will also discuss potential new membership applicants and plan agenda items for November.

• Approval of September 2022 minutes
• Tree City USA recognition application process discussion
• Discussion regarding potential committee membership applicants

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for October 25, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The October 25, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2022.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Springfield Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to address several agenda items. The meeting includes a proclamation for National Community Planning Month and the adoption of the Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan.

• Proclamation Of National Community Planning Month
• Adoption Of The Forward SGF Comprehensive Plan

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will review September financial reports and cash flow analysis. The meeting also includes a proposal regarding WOW hotel tax redistribution.

• WOW Hotel Tax Redistribution Proposal
• September Financial Reports
• Springfield Regional Arts Council Report
• Search Committee Report

City Council Committees

The Plans and Policies Committee meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022, was canceled.

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet on October 20, 2022. The agenda includes a vote on the Collections Management Policy and an update regarding bylaws.

• Vote on Collections Management Policy (CMP)
• Bylaws Update
• Master Plan RFQ Update
• Financial Report review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Landmarks Board

The scheduled Landmarks Board meeting for October 19, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The commission will elect new officers and determine a date for an upcoming retreat. Staff will also discuss recently received complaints. Additionally, the group will consider participation in the 2023 Springfield Multicultural Festival.

• Election of MCHRCR Officers
• Discussion of recent complaints received
• Possible vote on booth space or advertising for the 2023 Springfield Multicultural Festival
• Report on the NAACP Springfield Freedom Fund Award Banquet

The Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations elected Rachel Naab as Chair, Chase Snider as Vice Chair, and Kim Pulley as Communications Officer. The commission approved a motion to spend $425 for an exhibitor booth at the 2023 Springfield Multicultural Festival. No public comments or current complaints were reported.

• Elected Rachel Naab as Chair (motion passed).
• Elected Chase Snider as Vice Chair (motion passed).
• Elected Kim Pulley as Communications Officer (motion passed).
• Approved $425 request to attend as exhibitor at 2023 Springfield Multicultural Festival (motion approved).
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022 (motion approved).

Library Board

The Finance/Personnel Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and review a financial report. The meeting will be held at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library with a virtual option available via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of library financial report

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will receive reports from the Buildings & Grounds, Executive, and Finance/Personnel committees. The agenda includes a strategic plan update and staff retirement recognition. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate and personnel matters.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Committee reports from October 11th meetings
• Strategic Plan Update
• Staff Retirement Recognition
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

City Council

The agenda contains only a notice regarding a scheduled City Council lunch. This meeting has been canceled.

• City Council lunch: Canceled

Art Museum Board

The Board of Directors will discuss agenda items for upcoming October and November meetings. The meeting also includes an update regarding the Master Plan selection process.

• Update on Master Plan Selection Process
• Discussion of upcoming agenda items for October 20 and November 17 Board Meetings

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special closed session on October 18, 2022. The council intends to discuss legal litigation and real estate transactions.

• Discussion of legal actions or litigation involving the city
• Discussion of real estate leasing, purchases, or sales

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Committee will meet to address items including the State ARPA Tourism Asset Fund and County Nonprofit ARPA Funding. The agenda also includes the Search Committee, WOW Tax, and board term expirations.

• State ARPA Tourism Asset Fund
• County Nonprofit ARPA Funding
• Search Committee
• WOW Tax
• Board Term Expirations

City Council

The Springfield City Council will vote on several zoning changes and conditional use permits for automotive and retail properties. The council is also scheduled to consider accepting federal grants for public health and police services. Additionally, a budget amendment for the Fire Station #7 reconstruction project is on the agenda.

• $950,000 budget amendment for Fire Station #7 reconstruction
• Rezoning of 3.3 acres at 1545 West Republic Street to Highway Commercial District
• Acceptance of a $162,500 grant for disease prevention and control strategies
• Acceptance of a $192,496 Justice Assistance Grant for the Springfield Police Department
• Conditional Use Permit for an automobile service garage at 1306 West Sunshine Street

The City Council approved a $7 million ARPA funding package for homelessness, housing, and community projects, including $3 million for a day center, $650,000 for respite care, and $100,000 for Lincoln Cemetery repairs. They also approved multiple zoning changes, conditional use permits for auto shops, a pedestrian safety workshop, a disease intervention grant, and a fire station budget amendment. All votes were unanimous except for one absent member.

• Approved $7M ARPA funding for homelessness, housing, and community projects (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 466 for auto service garage at 1306 W. Sunshine St. (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 467 for auto body shop at 1025 W. Sunshine St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1 acre at 3050 E. Battlefield Rd. to Office District with Conditional Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.29 acres at 1331 N. Stewart Ave. to Light Industrial District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.57 acres at 3787 S. Jefferson Ave. to General Retail District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3.3 acres at 1545 W. Republic St. to Highway Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved $950,000 budget amendment for Fire Station #7 reconstruction (unanimous)

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will meet to discuss the National Recreation Trail status and the Harvest Fest overview at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. The board will also consider accepting a SHINE grant for the SPARC Wrap-Around Program and a FOG vehicle for the Botanical Gardens.

• Acceptance of SHINE Grant for SPARC Wrap-Around Program
• Acceptance of FOG Vehicle for Botanical Gardens
• National Recreation Trail status update to Fulbright Spring Greenway Trail
• Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park Harvest Fest overview
• Cancellation of November meeting due to a board retreat/workshop

The board unanimously approved a resolution to accept up to $324,975 in grant funding from Springfield Public Schools for the SPARC Before and After-School Program, part of the SHINE initiative to address learning loss. They also unanimously accepted a donated 6-passenger golf cart and accessible trailer valued at $36,700 from Friends of the Garden for use at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park. Minutes from September 9, 2022, were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports and updates.

• Approved $324,975 SHINE grant from Springfield Public Schools for SPARC after-school programs (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of golf cart and trailer valued at $36,700 from Friends of the Garden (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 9, 2022, Park Board and Closed Session meetings (unanimous)

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications. The meeting also includes the approval of the financial statement ending August 31, 2022.

• Approval of financial statement ending August 31, 2022
• Review of retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications
• Review of June 30, 2022 actuarial valuation by Milliman
• Introduction and review of responsibilities for Versus Investments

The Police and Fire Retirement System board approved the June 30, 2022 actuarial valuation, which showed an unfunded accrued liability of $86,634,045, up from $65,237,910 the prior year. The board also approved financial statements for August 2022, accepted several survivor and retirement benefit applications, and approved proposed ordinance changes expanding board member residency requirements to Greene County. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved actuarial valuation showing $86.6M unfunded liability (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted four surviving spouse applications for police and fire (unanimous)
• Approved pension calculations for 11 retirees and survivors (unanimous)
• Approved return of contributions for three members totaling $338,325 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,892.50 legal invoice and $1,400 annual death audit fee (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance changes expanding board residency to Greene County (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session for legal matters (8-0)

City Council Committees

The Finance and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for October 12, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

Library Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to address the Coryell Collaborative Group and branch updates. A closed session is scheduled regarding real estate.

• Coryell Collaborative Group
• Branch Updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board Executive Committee will review the October Board of Trustees agenda. The meeting includes discussions on diversity statement clarity, strategic plan updates, and ARPA updates. A closed session is scheduled to address real estate and personnel matters.

• Diversity Statement Clarity discussion
• Strategic Plan Update
• ARPA Updates
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Commission will receive an update on the progress of Family Connects and the Kindergarten Readiness Project. Members will also discuss an action plan for including volunteers in Early Childhood Centers.

• Update on Family Connects progress
• Kindergarten Readiness Project status
• Action plan for volunteers in Early Childhood Centers
• Submission of names to Council and Advisory Committee

Board of Equalization

The Board will review the September Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2018 through 2021. The meeting includes a request from the Collector’s Office to expire 2017 real estate and personal property taxes for Allen Icet. There is also a discussion regarding rescheduling the November meeting.

• Review of September Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021
• Request to expire 2017 real estate and personal property taxes for Allen Icet
• Discussion about rescheduling the November meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a lunch meeting to conduct administrative reviews. The session includes reviewing the October 17, 2022 agenda report and previewing the 2023 legislative session.

• Review of October 17, 2022 agenda report
• Legislative priorities review
• 2023 legislative session preview

City Council Committees

The committee will discuss the Home-ARPA Grant and Request for Proposals (RFP). Members will also review homelessness and housing projects alongside other ARPA-funded initiatives. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from June 23, 2022.

• Presentation/Discussion of Home-ARPA Grant and RFP
• Homeless/Housing Projects Discussion
• Review and Discussion of other ARPA projects
• Approval of June 23, 2022, minutes

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board and Neighborhood Coalition Group will meet to discuss potential improvements for Silver Springs Park. The agenda also includes introductions.

• Prospective Silver Springs Park improvements

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board is meeting to approve minutes from the September 1, 2022, meeting and review various license applications. The board will evaluate applicants for master and journeyman levels in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trades.

• Review of 15 total applicants for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical licenses
• Master Electrical applications for Jason Lee Ham, Johannes Nix, James Pederson, and Chase Stone
• Journeyman Electrical applications for Ernest Kimball, Matthew Long, and Ionel Vlad
• Master Plumbing applications for Jason Sims and Zachary Sparks
• Master and Journeyman Mechanical applications for six individuals

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will discuss a citywide land development code amendment and the 265.3-acre GAP Redevelopment Area. Other agenda items include conditional use permits and a street name change for North Mulroy Road.

• Street Name Change 80 for 3100–3399 block of North Mulroy Road
• Conditional Use Permit 469 at 600 South Glenstone Avenue
• GAP Redevelopment Area covering approximately 265.3 acres
• Citywide Land Development Code text amendment initiation
• Easement relinquishment at 922 South Eastgate Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning of 0.5 acre at 2000 West Thoman Street from Heavy Manufacturing to Residential Single-Family District, correcting a 1995 mapping error. A street name change for Mulroy Road to Beaver Road requested by Buc-ee's failed on a tie vote and was tabled. A conditional use permit for a drive-thru coffee shop at 404-424 East Sunshine Street was denied. The commission also approved the GAP Redevelopment Area plan and initiated a citywide zoning code update.

• Approved rezoning Z-21-2022 at 2000 W Thoman St from HM to R-SF (6-0)
• Approved Subdivision Variance 354 at 2101 N Main Ave (5-1)
• Street Name Change 80 (Mulroy Rd to Beaver Rd) failed on tie vote, tabled to Nov 17
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 469 for car wash at 600 S Glenstone Ave (4-2)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit 470 for drive-thru coffee shop at 404-424 E Sunshine St (1-5)
• Approved GAP Redevelopment Area plan (6-0)
• Approved initiation of Land Development Code text amendment (6-0)
• Approved Relinquishment of Easement 929 at 922 S Eastgate Ave (6-0)

Workforce Development Board

The board will review the financial report and discuss a 501C3 update. The meeting also includes voting on the consent agenda, which covers August 3, 2022, meeting minutes and a revised ITA training policy.

• Approval of August 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of ITA (Training) Policy
• Discussion of financial report
• 501C3 update

Landmarks Board

The Landmarks Board approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for enclosing a courtyard at 311 W. Commercial Street with a fence not attached to the building, and another for adding an egress door and transom windows at 211 E. Commercial Street in the rear alley. Both votes were unanimous among present members. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included an advisory review of Fire Station #7 demolition but no formal action.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 311 W. Commercial Street to enclose courtyard with fence not tied to brickwork (5-0, Hunton recused)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 211 E. Commercial Street to add egress door and transom windows in rear alley (6-0, Lewis and Hawkins absent)

City Council

The City Council will hold a lunch meeting on October 4, 2022. The agenda includes a follow-up from the October 3, 2022, meeting and a discussion regarding Missouri House Bill 1606 concerning homeless regulations.

• Follow-up from City Council Meeting of October 3, 2022
• Missouri House Bill 1606 (Homeless Regulations)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review the minutes from September 13, 2022. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding Special Exception 1306.

• Special Exception 1306 at 2581 South Skyline Drive

City Council Committees

The Community Involvement Committee met on October 4, 2022. The agenda included reviewing a draft for the Local Preference Ordinance and approving minutes from June 7, 2022.

• Review of Local Preference Ordinance draft
• Approval of June 7, 2022, meeting minutes

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

The Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority is reviewing a blight report and redevelopment plan for the Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area. This approximately 265.3-acre area is bounded by West Olive Street, West Catalpa Street, South Campbell Avenue, and South Douglas Avenue.

• Blight Report and Redevelopment Plan for the Grant Avenue Parkway Redevelopment Area
• Review of a ~265.3 acre area in Springfield

City Council Committees

The Finance and Administration Committee will discuss possible changes to city code sections 2-444(d), 2-444(e and f), 2-473, and 2-474. The committee also scheduled closed sessions to discuss auditor communications and legal litigation.

• Possible modifications to city code sections 2-444(d), 2-444(e and f), 2-473, and 2-474
• Approval of minutes from the December 8, 2001 meeting
• Closed session regarding auditor communications
• Closed session regarding legal actions or litigation

City Council

The Springfield City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding infrastructure and land use. This includes approving federal funds for street overlay improvements and short-term rental permits. The council will also hold public hearings on various rezoning requests.

• $628,178 in federal funds for street overlay improvements (CB 2022-249)
• Development permit for over 10,000 square feet at 425 W Commercial St (CB 2022-244)
• Short-term rental permits for E Sunshine St and E Sunset Dr (CB 2022-247, 2022-248)
• $7,500 cost share for a pedestrian safety workshop (CB 2022-258)
• Rezoning of 3.3 acres at 1545 W Republic Street (CB 2022-255)

The council approved multiple conditional use permits and rezoning requests, including a development at 425 West Commercial Street and 1824 North Lyon Avenue, and rezoning at several locations. Short-term rental permits were granted for properties at 1054 East Sunshine Street and 2000 East Sunset Drive. A lease agreement with the Greene County Agricultural and Mechanical Society was also approved.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 465 for development at 425 West Commercial Street and 1824 North Lyon Avenue (8-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Greene County Agricultural and Mechanical Society (8-0)
• Granted Short-Term Rental Type 2 permit at 1054 East Sunshine Street (6-1)
• Granted Short-Term Rental Type 2 permit at 2000 East Sunset Drive (7-1)
• Approved Surface Transportation Program-Urban Supplemental Agreement for $628,178 in federal funds (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 466 for auto service garage at 1306 West Sunshine Street (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 467 for auto body repair at 1025 West Sunshine Street (8-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3050 East Battlefield Road and 3020 South Parkview Avenue to O-1 with Conditional Overlay District No. 219 (8-0)

City Council

The Springfield City Council has called a special meeting for September 30, 2022. The agenda includes a roll call and a closed session to discuss the hiring, firing, disciplining, or promotion of specific employees. No open public items are scheduled.

• Closed session regarding employee personnel matters

City Council

The memorandum for the September 27, 2022, meeting indicates that the scheduled City Council lunch was canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

Workforce Development Board

The Finance Committee will review the finance report and discuss the allocation of staff time for grants separate from WIOA. The committee will also discuss the availability of WIOA funding for administration.

• Approval of July 26, 2022, minutes
• Review of finance report
• Allocation of staff time/grants separate from WIOA
• Availability of WIOA funding for administration

Workforce Development Board

The Workforce Development Board's Executive Committee is meeting to discuss the ITA (Training) Policy and revisions to plan partners. The committee will also receive updates on 501c3 status and various committee reports.

• Review of ITA (Training) Policy
• Revision of Partners (Attachment 2 to the Plan)
• Update on 501c3 status
• Performance Negotiations Concurrence
• Approval of July 26 and August 3 meeting minutes

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The September 27, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Tree City USA Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tree City USA Citizen Advisory Committee will review the August 2022 meeting minutes. The committee will also receive updates regarding Forward SGF tree preservation and reforestation efforts and the Arbor Day Poster Contest.

• Approval of August 2022 minutes
• Update on Forward SGF Tree Preservation and Reforestation
• Update on Arbor Day Poster Contest and City Reforestation
• Update on Tree City USA CAC

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special meeting on September 22, 2022. The agenda is limited to roll call and a closed session regarding legal matters, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals.

• Closed session regarding legal actions or litigation
• Closed session regarding real estate leasing, purchase, or sale
• Closed session regarding sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 22, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to approve the July 2022 meeting minutes. City of Springfield staff are scheduled to provide an update regarding the Sewer Overflow Control Plan.

• Approval of July 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on the Sewer Overflow Control Plan

Workforce Development Board

The Youth Committee will discuss the Basic Skill Deficient Policy for possible action. The meeting also includes reports on performance and the Aspire Program.

• Review of Basic Skill Deficient Policy
• Aspire Program Report
• Performance Report
• Approval of March 23, 2022 minutes

Landmarks Board

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Landmarks Board for September 21, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the provided document.

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The meeting includes the election of MCHRCR officers and the welcoming of new members. Staff will present a final draft version of a pre-complaint online form. The agenda also covers website enhancements and community outreach planning.

• Election of MCHRCR officers
• Presentation of Pre-Complaint Online Form draft
• Website enhancement recommendations
• Planning for commission retreat
• Community outreach event reports

The commission tabled the election of officers until the next meeting. Three new members were welcomed. The final draft of a pre-complaint online form was presented and discussed. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes with corrections.

• Approved August 17, 2022, minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Tabled election of officers until October 19, 2022 (motion passed)

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will review committee reports and the Director's report. The agenda includes an analysis of a Republic purchase and a collection measures update. A closed session regarding real estate is also scheduled.

• Collection Measures Update from Lisa Sampley
• Analysis of Republic purchase
• Closed session regarding real estate
• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for September 20, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Workforce Development Board

The Planning & Oversight Committee will consider approving July meeting minutes, revised plan partners, performance negotiation concurrence, and an ITA (Training) policy. Reports on performance and monitoring will also be presented.

• Approval of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Revision of partners in the regional plan
• Review of ITA (Training) policy
• Performance negotiation concurrence
• Reports on performance and monitoring

Workforce Development Board

This virtual meeting for WIOA partners involves signing and returning MOUs, reviewing partner directories and referrals, and receiving partner updates. The agenda consists of procedural items.

• Signing and returning MOUs
• Partner Directory & Referrals
• Partner Updates

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet to discuss future agenda items for their October 20 meeting. This meeting contains only procedural discussion.

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Community Development will discuss the Fiscal Year 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The meeting also includes an update on the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

• Approval of May 24, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Review of Fiscal Year 2021 CAPER

City Council

The council will vote on several rezoning ordinances and revisions to water, gas, and lighting rates. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for sewer projects and accepting grants for road and trail improvements.

• Rezoning of 5.4 acres at 817 West El Camino Alto Drive
• $900,000 budget adjustment for Chestnut South Lift Station Relief Sewer
• $1,450,000 agreement with Greene County for an animal shelter
• $459,895 contract for Fassnight Creek Greenway Trail improvements
• $1,500,000 grant for upgrading LeCompte Road

The council approved four rezoning ordinances, a $900,000 sewer project budget adjustment, a $1.45 million intergovernmental agreement for animal shelter construction, and several City Utilities rate and budget items. A confirmation of Andrew Doolittle to the Planning and Zoning Commission failed on a 4-5 vote.

• Approved rezoning at 817 W El Camino Alto Drive (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2801 W Bennett Street (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 610 N Prospect Avenue (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2645 W Kearney Street (9-0)
• Approved $900,000 budget adjustment for Chestnut South Lift Station Relief Sewer (9-0)
• Approved $1,450,000 animal shelter agreement with Greene County (9-0)
• Approved City Utilities 2023 operating budget (9-0)
• Confirmation of Andrew Doolittle to Planning and Zoning Commission failed (4-5)

Airport Board

The Springfield-Branson National Airport Board will review financial and statistical reports for July and August 2022. The board will also consider approving an aircraft rental business agreement with Pegasus Aviation LLC.

• Aircraft Rental Business Agreement with Pegasus Aviation LLC
• August 2022 statistical summary
• July and August 2022 financial data
• Approval of minutes from the August 18, 2022 meeting

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will review August financial reports and cash flow analysis. The agenda also includes a proposal regarding WOW Hotel Tax redistribution and an update on ARPA projects.

• WOW Hotel Tax Redistribution Proposal
• August Financial Reports
• ARPA Project Update
• Search Committee Report

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board and Neighborhood Coalition Group will meet to discuss potential improvements for Silver Springs Park. The meeting also includes introductions.

• Prospective Silver Springs Park improvements

Traffic Advisory Board

The committee will discuss updates on City and County school sidewalk programs and the 'SGF Yields' campaign. Members will also review agency reports regarding school-related crashes and transportation. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on traffic calming for Greater Parkcrest Neighborhood and signal improvements at Weaver Elementary.

• City and County School sidewalk program updates
• "SGF Yields" pedestrian safety campaign update
• Reed Middle School crosswalk update
• Traffic calming for Greater Parkcrest Neighborhood
• Weaver Elementary pedestrian signal improvement

Workforce Development Board

The State of the Workforce Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August 10, 2022. The committee will also discuss updates and possible actions regarding program planning, specifically focusing on the venue, speakers, and program content.

• Approval of August 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of program planning including venue, speakers, and program

City Council Committees

The Plans and Policies Committee meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

Art Museum Board

The Board of Directors will review the Collections Management Policy and various reports. Discussion includes updates on the Master Plan, specifically regarding parking lot walkthroughs and architect RFQs.

• Collections Management Policy (CMP) review
• Master Plan: Parking Lot Final Walkthrough
• Master Plan: Architect RFQ
• Financial Report review

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting for the Finance and Administration Committee was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion.

Library Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive branch updates. The committee also scheduled a closed session regarding real estate matters.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees Executive Committee will meet to review the September Board of Trustees agenda. The meeting also includes ARPA updates and a discussion regarding a diversity statement.

• Review of September Board of Trustees Agenda
• ARPA updates
• Diversity Statement discussion
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Mayor's Commission for Children will receive an update on the progress of Family Connects and the Kindergarten Readiness Project. Kimberly Shinn Brown will present on using community data to reimagine OACAC Head Start.

• Update on Family Connects progress
• Kindergarten Readiness Project underway
• Presentation by Kimberly Shinn Brown regarding OACAC Head Start

The meeting featured a presentation by OACAC Head Start executive director Kimberly Shinn-Brown on program changes, including a rise in children's mental health referrals from 27.5% to 44.8%. Members discussed the impact of teacher salaries on child outcomes, but no formal decisions were made. Approval of August minutes was postponed to October.

• Postponed approval of August 2022 minutes to October meeting

Board of Equalization

The Greene County Board of Equalization will review the August Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2019, 2020, and 2021. The meeting includes personnel updates regarding resignations and a new member swearing-in. The Board will also consider revision orders from the Collector's Office.

• Review of August Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2019, 2020, and 2021
• Revision order for account 12-494-393 (Kenneth M Macpherson)
• Revision order for account 17-19-105-009 (Empire District Electric Company)
• Resignations of Derek White and Shana Mitchell
• Swearing in of new member Angie Mullings

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for September 13, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided.

Board of Adjustment

The Springfield Board of Adjustment will meet on September 13, 2022, to review several land use cases. The agenda includes a special exception request for East Nora Street, a variance for North Main Avenue and West Dale Street, and an appeal regarding North Grant Avenue.

• Special Exception 1305: 1653 East Nora Street
• Variance 588: 2101 & 2107 North Main Avenue and 609 & 613 West Dale Street
• Appeal 73: 2207 North Grant Avenue
• Approval of April 5, 2022 minutes

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will review the August 12, 2022, meeting minutes and receive reports from committees and the director. The agenda also includes a recap of the Park Day Event and the recognition of outgoing Chair Mr. Sidney Needem.

• Welcome of new member Dr. Dianna Parker
• Recognition of outgoing Chair Mr. Sidney Needem
• Azumaya Rededication at Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Entry Area
• Review of Park Day Event Recap

The meeting was largely ceremonial, with no substantive decisions made. The board unanimously approved minutes from the previous meeting and adjourned into closed session. A new board member was introduced and an outgoing member was recognized for three terms of service.

• Approved August 12, 2022 Park Board minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session (unanimous)

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications. The meeting also includes an election for a voting fire member and a contract extension for the Administrative Director.

• Approval of July 31, 2022, financial statement
• Review of retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications
• Voting fire member election
• Administrative Director contract extension
• Closed session regarding legal matters

The board approved the July 2022 financial statement showing net assets of $572.7 million, accepted a retirement application for Eddie Brown, and approved pension calculations and a return of contributions. In closed session, the board extended Administrative Director Janell Manley's contract by two months through November 30, 2022.

• Approved July 2022 financial statement (unanimous)
• Accepted Eddie Brown's age & service retirement application (unanimous)
• Approved pension calculations for James Andela, Peter Prewitt, and Rodger Jackson (unanimous)
• Approved $212,296.37 return of contribution for James Andela (unanimous)
• Approved $356 invoice from Spencer Fane for legal counsel (unanimous)
• Approved election results: James Frieze elected as voting fire representative (unanimous)
• Extended Administrative Director Janell Manley's contract by two months to November 30, 2022 (approved in closed session)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a 37,533 sq ft mixed-use building at 425 West Commercial Street, despite public concerns about design compatibility. The commission also approved several other permits and rezoning requests, including an auto service garage at 1306 West Sunshine Street and rezoning for office and industrial uses at multiple locations. Several items were postponed to the October 6, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 465 for 37,533 sq ft mixed-use building at 425 West Commercial (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 466 for auto service garage at 1306 West Sunshine Street (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-18-2022 w/COD #219 at 3050 East Battlefield Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-20-2022 at 1331 North Stewart Avenue (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-22-2022 at 3787 South Jefferson Avenue (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-24-2022 and Conditional Use Permit 468 at 1545 West Republic Street (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 467 for auto body shop at 1025 West Sunshine Street (7-0)
• Postponed Subdivision Variance 354, Z-21-2022, Z-23-2022 w/COD #220, and Street Name Change 80 to October 6, 2022

Landmarks Board

The Landmarks Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items were provided in the notice.

City Council

The City Council will meet for a lunch session to receive an update on capital improvements. The tentative agenda also includes a discussion regarding sewer rate adjustments.

• Capital Improvements Update
• Sewer Rate Adjustments

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 6, 2022, was postponed due to a lack of a quorum. The meeting is rescheduled for Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 1:30 p.m.

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting for the Community Involvement Committee on September 6, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

The Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority is reviewing requests for real property tax abatements. These proposals involve redevelopment projects in the East High Street, North Delaware Avenue, South Weaver Avenue, and West Sunset Street areas.

• Tax abatement request for 1405 to 1425 East High Street
• Tax abatement request for 1633 to 1654 North Delaware Avenue
• Tax abatement request for 406 to 419 South Weaver Avenue
• Tax abatement request for 714 to 738 West Edgewood Street, 2628 to 2630 South Grant Avenue, and 809 to 915 West Sunset Street

City Council

The council is reviewing several ordinances, including budget adjustments for city departments and equipment leases. The agenda also includes rezoning requests and proposed changes to water, gas, and lighting service rates.

• $645,000 equipment lease purchase for the Parks Department
• $130,000 donation from Nestle Purina for recycling services
• $915,660 contract with Olsson for Cooper Park improvements
• Proposed revisions to water, gas, and private outdoor lighting rates
• $1.45 million agreement with Greene County for an animal shelter

The City Council approved a $915,660 contract with Olsson for professional services for improvements at Cooper Park and Sports Complex, funded by American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council also approved several other items including a $645,000 equipment lease for the Parks Department, a $1.45 million agreement with Greene County for a new animal shelter, and a $5.6 million grant application for the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge Rehabilitation Project. A short-term rental permit for 1951 South Roanoke was approved on a 5-3 vote.

• Approved Olsson consultant contract for Cooper Park and Sports Complex improvements, $915,660 (8-0)
• Approved $645,000 equipment lease for Parks Department (8-0)
• Approved $1.45M intergovernmental agreement with Greene County for animal shelter construction (8-0)
• Approved grant application for up to $5.6M for Jefferson Avenue Footbridge Rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved Short-Term Rental Type 2 Permit at 1951 South Roanoke (5-3)
• Approved $130,000 donation from Nestle Purina of recycling bins and roll-off truck (8-0)
• Approved rezoning at 817 West El Camino Alto Drive with Conditional Overlay District No. 214 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2801 West Bennett Street with Conditional Overlay District No. 215 (8-0)

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board will meet to approve minutes from the August 4, 2022, meeting. The Board will also discuss board process as new business. Additionally, the Board will consider 17 applicants for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and gas fitter licenses.

• Approval of August 4, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding board process
• Consideration of 17 trade license applicants

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for August 30, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

• No items listed due to cancellation

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special meeting on August 30, 2022. The council plans to review the September 6, 2022, agenda and discuss House Bill 1662. A closed session is also scheduled for discussions regarding litigation and real estate.

• Discussion of House Bill 1662
• Review of the September 6, 2022, City Council meeting agenda
• Closed session regarding legal actions and litigation
• Closed session regarding real estate leasing, purchase, or sale

Public Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the meeting minutes from July 2022. The agenda includes reports from several department supervisors regarding finance, affordable housing, and operations. No new business was listed for this meeting.

• Approval of July 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from housing and finance supervisors

Tree City USA Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will review June 2022 minutes and receive updates on several environmental programs. These include Forward SGF tree preservation and the Arbor Day Poster Contest.

• Approval of June 2022 minutes
• Update on Forward SGF Tree Preservation and Reforestation
• Update on Arbor Day Poster Contest and City Reforestation
• Update on Tree City USA CAC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Walnut Grove Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 25, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a discussion regarding a Comprehensive Plan Workshop for the City of Springfield. Aside from this discussion and roll call, no other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan Workshop for the City of Springfield

Landmarks Board

The scheduled Landmarks Board meeting for August 24, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for August 23, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were included in the agenda.

City Council Committees

The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the June 14 and July 19, 2022 meetings. The agenda also includes possible selections for several boards and commissions.

• Approval of June 14 and July 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Possible selection for Landmarks Board
• Possible selection for Personnel Board
• Possible selection for Planning and Zoning Commission

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The August 23, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Springfield City Council is reviewing multiple rezoning requests and an annexation of 24 acres on East Valley Water Mill Road. The council will also consider accepting federal grants for workforce development and infrastructure. Other items include equipment leases and a donation from Nestle Purina Petcare.

• Annexation of 24 acres at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road
• $17,400,000 ARPA grant for workforce development
• $1,200,000 grant for traffic signal and fiber optic infrastructure
• $915,660 contract for Cooper Park improvements
• $130,000 donation from Nestle Purina Petcare

The City Council approved accepting a $17.5 million American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the only such award in Missouri. The council also approved annexation and rezoning of 24 acres at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road for a General Retail District with a conditional overlay, and set the property tax levy at $0.62 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2022-2023.

• Accepted $17.5M Good Jobs Challenge Grant (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 24 acres at 3224 E. Valley Water Mill Road (unanimous)
• Rezoned 3224 E. Valley Water Mill Road to General Retail with Conditional Overlay No. 216 (unanimous)
• Set property tax levy at $0.62 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 24.8 acres at 5100 W. State Highway EE to Government/Institutional (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 6.68 acres at 6177 S. Farm Road 189 to Residential Single-Family (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.40 acres at 922 S. Eastgate Avenue to Residential Single-Family (unanimous)
• Approved $915,660 contract with Olsson for Cooper Park and Sports Complex improvements (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Springfield-Branson National Airport Board will review lease amendments for Expedia and UPS, as well as an amendment to a car rental operating agreement. The board will also discuss a study regarding electric vehicle charging stations.

• Expedia lease amendment
• UPS lease amendment
• Electric vehicle charging station study
• Car rental operating agreement amendment
• Board travel reimbursement best practices

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will review July meeting minutes and financial reports. The agenda also includes a proposal for WOW hotel tax redistribution and updates from the Search Committee and Springfield Regional Arts Council.

• WOW Hotel Tax Redistribution Proposal
• Springfield Regional Arts Council Report
• Search Committee Report
• July Financial Reports

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Plans and Policies Committee for August 18, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will meet to review various museum reports. The agenda includes discussions on the museum's master plan, staff development, and a strategic plan update.

• Master Plan updates regarding parking lot and ribbon cutting
• Director's report on museum hours changes
• Strategic plan update including RFP and values statement
• Review of financial report

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The commission will discuss officer elections and follow up on a letter sent to the Mayor and City Council. Staff will present a final draft of a pre-complaint online form and consider funding for a retreat lunch. The meeting also includes updates on community outreach planning.

• Presentation of final draft Pre-Complaint Online Form
• Possible vote on funding for MCHRCR Retreat Lunch
• Discussion of officer elections for September 21, 2022
• Missouri Commission on Human Rights training

The Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations approved the July 2022 minutes with a correction. They discussed upcoming officer elections, a letter to the Mayor and City Council, website enhancements, and a training presentation by the Missouri Commission on Human Rights. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were only discussed.

• Approved July 20, 2022 minutes with correction (6-0)

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2023. The session allows citizens to provide input on the rate required to fund operating and building projects.

• Public hearing for FY 2023 property tax rate setting
• Proposed budget of $14,393,866 for operating and building projects
• Proposed tax rate of $0.2405 per $100 of valuation

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Finance/Personnel Committee will meet to approve minutes. The committee is also scheduled to review the library's financial report and receive a credit card update.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of Library Financial Report
• Credit Card Update

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will review committee reports and the Director's report. The board is also scheduled to discuss setting the fiscal year 2023 tax rate. A closed session regarding real estate is on the agenda.

• Setting the FY23 tax rate
• ARPA update from Buildings & Grounds Committee
• Closed session regarding real estate

City Council

The City Council is scheduled for a lunch meeting on August 16, 2022. The agenda includes an annual update regarding transportation projects.

• Annual Transportation Project Update

City Council

The City Council is holding a lunch meeting to review the agenda report for the August 22, 2022, meeting. The session also includes an annual transportation project update.

• Annual Transportation Project Update
• Review of the August 22, 2022, City Council Meeting Agenda Report

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The committee will review updates regarding 1/8 cent transportation and 1/4 cent capital improvements sales tax projects. The meeting also includes reports on pension sales tax receipts, hotel/motel tax, and level property tax.

• 1/8 cent transportation sales tax project updates
• 1/4 cent capital improvements sales tax project updates
• Pension sales tax receipts for fiscal year
• Hotel/motel tax reports
• Level property tax reports

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Committee will discuss City and State ARPA funding. The meeting also includes items regarding a Board Retreat, a Search Committee, and the WOW Tax.

• City & State ARPA Funding
• WOW Tax
• Board Retreat
• Search Committee

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will review committee reports and the Director's report. The agenda includes an update on the Accessible Recreation Program and a recap of the Ozarks Pickleball Club/Queen City Open.

• Recognition of outgoing Park Board Chair, Mr. Sidney Needem
• Ozarks Pickleball Club/Queen City Open recap
• Accessible Recreation Program update
• Thomas J. Kachel Fountain Dedication at Springfield Botanical Gardens

The Park Board unanimously approved the July 8, 2022, minutes and elected Susie Turner as Secretary to the Board, with Turner abstaining from the vote. The Board also recognized outgoing Chair Sidney Needem with a gavel plaque for his leadership during the pandemic. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved July 8, 2022, Park Board minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Susie Turner as Secretary to the Board (unanimous, Turner abstained)

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will review retirement applications and the financial statement ending June 30, 2022. The board also plans to vote on fire member nominations and whether to hire outside counsel regarding non-voting member access to meetings.

• Approval of July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial statement ending June 30, 2022
• Review of retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications
• Vote on hiring outside counsel regarding non-voting member access to meetings and closed minutes
• Voting on fire member nominations

The Police and Fire Retirement System board approved the quarterly investment report, financial statements, and several retirement applications and calculations. The total plan returned -8.46% for the quarter, with a fiscal year loss of -11.4%. The board also hired outside counsel and entered closed session for legal matters.

• Approved quarterly investment report as presented (unanimous)
• Approved financial statement ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement applications for James Andela, Adam Carter, Kurt Priebe, Steven Sweaney (unanimous)
• Accepted pension calculations for Ben Basham, Culley Wilson, David Shanholtzer, Mark Epps, Tad Peters (unanimous)
• Approved return of contributions for six members totaling $1,478,002.38 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Spencer Fane as outside counsel (unanimous)
• Approved Milliman invoice for $1,140.00 (unanimous)
• Nominated James Frieze as voting fire representative (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The agenda also includes a subdivision variance and the preliminary plat for Cherry Glen Subdivision.

• Rezoning at 817 West El Camino Alto Drive
• Conditional Use Permit 465 at 425 West Commercial Street
• Subdivision Variance 354 at 2101 North Main Avenue
• Preliminary Plat of Cherry Glen Subdivision
• Zoning initiation for 2000 West Thoman Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several rezoning requests, including Z-12-2022 for 817 W. El Camino Alto Drive, Z-15-2022 for 2801 W. Bennett Street, Z-17-2022 for 610 N. Prospect Avenue, and Z-19-2022 for 2645 W. Kearney Street, all with conditions. It also approved a vacation of public right-of-way at 303 N. Scenic Avenue, a preliminary plat for Cherry Glen Subdivision, and initiated zoning for 2000 W. Thoman Street. Several items were postponed to the September 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Z-12-2022 w/COD #214 (817 W. El Camino Alto Drive) (8-0)
• Approved Z-15-2022 w/COD #215 (2801 W. Bennett Street) (8-0)
• Approved Vacation 825 (303 N. Scenic Avenue) (7-1, Pauly nay)
• Approved Z-17-2022 w/COD #217 (610 N. Prospect Avenue) (8-0)
• Approved Z-19-2022 w/COD #218 (2645 W. Kearney Street) (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Cherry Glen Subdivision (600 S. Glenstone Avenue) (8-0)
• Approved Initiate zoning for 2000 W. Thoman Street (8-0)
• Postponed Conditional Use Permit 465, Subdivision Variance 354, and Conditional Use Permit 466 to September 8, 2022

Workforce Development Board

The State of the Workforce Committee will discuss updates regarding program planning and sustainability. This item is listed for possible action. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Program planning and sustainability

City Council Committees

The Finance and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the tentative agenda.

Landmarks Board

The Landmarks Board will consider a certificate of appropriateness for a rear covered deck at 1051 S. Pickwick. The agenda also includes a pre-application review for Commercial Street gateway signage.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition and construction of a rear covered deck at 1051 S. Pickwick
• Pre-Application Review for Commercial Street gateway signage

The Landmarks Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a deck replacement and covered patio at 1051 S. Pickwick Avenue, with a 7-0 vote. The board also voted to add Board of Adjustment results for 300 W. Commercial Street as an addendum to February 9, 2022 minutes. Discussion included concerns about demolition by neglect on Walnut Street and a request for an informational flyer on historic district procedures.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for deck replacement and covered patio at 1051 S. Pickwick Avenue (7-0)
• Approved adding Board of Adjustment results for 300 W. Commercial Street as addendum to February 9, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Library Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet for branch updates. The committee will also hold a closed session regarding real estate.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Library Board

The Executive Committee will review the upcoming August Board of Trustees agenda and discuss diversity statements and ARPA updates. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate and personnel matters.

• Review of August Board of Trustees Agenda
• Diversity Statement discussion
• ARPA updates
• Closed session regarding real estate and personnel

Board of Equalization

The Board will review July minutes and a report on tax year additions and strikes for 2017 through 2021. The meeting also includes reviewing revision orders from the Collector’s and Assessor’s offices regarding specific accounts.

• Review of July Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2017-2021
• Collector's Office revision order for Empire District Electric Company
• Collector's Office revision order for Hannah N Major
• Collector's Office revision order for Kenneth M Macpherson
• Assessor's Office revision order for Billie T Burtchett

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for August 9, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

City Council

The Springfield City Council has called a special meeting to conduct business in a closed session. The agenda includes discussions regarding legal litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals or negotiated contracts.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation involving the city
• Discussion regarding the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
• Review of sealed proposals and documents related to negotiated contracts

City Council

The Springfield City Council is reviewing budget amendments to add positions to the Police Department and several zoning changes. The agenda also includes a proposal to accept $250,000 in state funds for a Route 66 festival.

• $300,000 loan for Nordic Landing at 810 West Catalpa Street
• Budget amendments to add full-time and part-time positions to the Police Department
• Acceptance of $250,000 in state funds for a Route 66 festival
• Rezoning requests for properties on East Valley Water Mill Road and West State Highway EE
• Amendment to the Springfield Police Officers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement

The City Council approved a $300,000 loan with a reduced interest rate for the Nordic Landing development at 810 West Catalpa Street. It also approved several police department staffing changes, including adding a full-time NIBRS representative and a part-time quartermaster, and authorized premium pay for voluntary Sunday shifts. Multiple rezoning requests were approved, including annexation and rezoning of 24 acres at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road. The council also accepted a $250,000 state grant for the Route 66 Festival.

• Approved $300,000 loan for Nordic Landing housing (8-0)
• Added full-time NIBRS representative position (8-0)
• Added half-time quartermaster position (8-0)
• Adopted International Residential Code (8-0)
• Approved premium pay for voluntary Sunday police shifts (8-0)
• Approved SPOA collective bargaining amendment for Sunday premium pay (8-0)
• Accepted $250,000 state grant for Route 66 Festival (8-0)
• Annexed and rezoned 24 acres at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road (8-0)

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board will meet to approve minutes from the July 7, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes interviews for several electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and gas fitter license applicants.

• Approval of July 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Interviews for Master Electrical and Journeyman Electrical licenses
• Interviews for Journeyman Mechanical license
• Interviews for Master Plumbing and Journeyman Plumbing licenses
• Interviews for Master Gas Fitter license

Workforce Development Board

The Ozark Region Workforce Development Board will meet to consider several items on the consent agenda, including the 2022-23 Budget and revised plan attachments. The board will also review meeting minutes, a financial report, and the Momentum Survey presentation.

• Approval of the 2022-23 Budget
• Review of revised One Stops, partners, and MOU attachments
• Discussion of the Financial Report
• Presentation of the Momentum Survey and Annual Presentation

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for August 2, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting for the Community Involvement Committee on August 2, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors Search Committee is meeting to discuss the outline and timeframe for its search process. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Outline and timeframe for the search process

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Landmarks Board

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Landmarks Board for July 27, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed in the provided document.

• Meeting cancellation

Park Board

The Park Development/Property Assessment Committee will receive an update on the park and trail property inventory review and discuss current property items. The agenda contains no specific decisions or new ordinances.

• Update on Park and Trail Property Inventory Review
• Discussion of current property items

Board of Equalization

The Greene County Board of Equalization will conduct hearings for various property tax appeals. The agenda includes reviews for several business entities and individual property owners. The board will also review minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting.

• Property tax appeals for STREAMS EDGE PROP LLC and SPRINGFIELD SW SENIOR LIVING LLC
• Appeals for O'REILLY INVESTMENT CO (Store #259) and OREILLY-WOOTEN PROP LLC 2000 (Store #48)
• Property tax appeals for AIRGAS USA LLC
• Review of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

This City Council lunch meeting features a presentation regarding homelessness and housing. The agenda also includes a follow-up from the July 25, 2022, meeting.

• Homeless and Housing Presentation
• Follow-up from the July 25, 2022, City Council Meeting

Workforce Development Board

The Finance Committee will meet to approve May 24, 2022 minutes and review financial reports. The committee will also consider the 2022-23 budget and a consultant retainer.

• Approval of May 24, 2022 minutes
• Review of Finance Report
• Review of 2022-23 Budget
• Review of Planning Budget Summaries
• Discussion of consultant retainer

Workforce Development Board

The Executive Committee will review several plan attachments and the 2022-23 budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a consultant retainer and membership candidates.

• Approval of 2022-23 Budget
• Retainer for Consultant
• Revisions to plan attachments including One Stops and Partners
• Update on 501c3 status
• Review of Substate Monitoring Report

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The July 26, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled. There were no agenda items submitted for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several rezoning requests and budget amendments. The agenda includes a bid for the Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation and various funding adjustments for public health and workforce programs.

• $3,682,640 bid for Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation
• Rezoning of 3018 West Battlefield Road to Industrial Commercial District
• Conditional Use Permit for an eating and drinking establishment on East Sunshine Street
• $3,000,000 grant for the Apprenticeship Building America program
• $300,000 loan for the Nordic Landing development at 810 West Catalpa Street

The City Council approved a rezoning of 404, 420, and 424 East Sunshine Street from single-family residential to Limited Business District with a conditional overlay, despite a sufficient protest petition requiring a supermajority. The companion conditional use permit for a drive-through eating/drinking establishment failed. The council also approved multiple budget amendments, including $3.3 million for COVID-19 response and $750,000 for an OTC aviation maintenance facility.

• Approved rezoning at 404-424 E. Sunshine St to Limited Business (7-2, supermajority)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit No. 461 for drive-through at 404-424 E. Sunshine St (1-8)
• Approved $3.68M wastewater treatment plant contract (unanimous)
• Approved $150K for Art Museum North Parking Lot (unanimous)
• Approved $3.3M for COVID-19 response (unanimous)
• Approved $750K for OTC airframe/powerplant facility (unanimous, Simpson recused)
• Approved $3M Apprenticeship Building America grant (unanimous)
• Approved $300K loan for Nordic Landing affordable housing (first reading)

Public Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports from several department directors. The agenda includes resolutions regarding the write-off of certain uncollected resident accounts from May 2022 and equipment sold to Keystone.

• Resolution No. 2285: Write-off of uncollected, vacated resident accounts for May 2022
• Resolution No. 2286: Write-off of equipment sold to Keystone
• Approval of June 2022 meeting minutes

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will review June financial reports and cash flow analysis. The agenda also includes discussions regarding City, County, and State ARPA funding and annual contracts for the CVB and Sports Commission.

• Review of preliminary June financial reports and cash flow analysis
• Discussion of City, County, and State ARPA funding
• Review of CVB and Sports Commission annual contracts
• Nominating Committee Report

Police Officer's & Firefighter's Retirement System

The Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will review retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications. The meeting includes discussions regarding potential conflicts and the retention of outside counsel. The Board will also review financial statements and investment reports.

• Review of retirement, survivor, and relinquishment applications
• Discussion and possible vote on Sections 2-474(c), 2-444, and 2-473(d)
• Discussion regarding potential conflict and retention of outside counsel
• Approval of the Quarterly Investment Report
• Review of financial statements ending May 31, 2022

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Plans and Policies Committee for July 21, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed on the tentative agenda.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will elect officers and welcome new members Nora Cox and Mitzi Kirkland-Ives. The board will also receive reports on the Master Plan, including parking lot, stormwater, and ARPA funds.

• Election of Board Officers
• Welcome new Board Members, Nora Cox and Mitzi Kirkland-Ives
• Parking Lot and Stormwater update
• ARPA Funds update
• Strategic Plan Update

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board will hold a closed session on July 21, 2022. The meeting is scheduled to discuss individual personnel records and employee or applicant performance ratings.

• Discussion of individual personnel records and employee or applicant performance ratings

Workforce Development Board

The Youth Committee will review the Basic Skill Deficient Policy for possible action. The meeting includes reports on the Aspire Program and performance metrics. Members will also approve minutes from the March 23, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of March 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Aspire Program Report
• Performance report
• Review of Basic Skill Deficient Policy

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The commission will review minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting and discuss plans for a future retreat. Staff reports also include information regarding Missouri Commission on Human Rights training scheduled for August 17, 2022.

• Approval of June 15, 2022 minutes
• Missouri Commission on Human Rights training on August 17, 2022
• Discussion of MCHRCR retreat date and agenda
• Community outreach event planning

The Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations approved the June 15, 2022 minutes with two corrections (wording on a bullet and a name spelling) by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Pamela Hernandez announced her resignation, effective after the August 17, 2022 meeting. The commission also discussed a complaint form being created by an intern and planned a retreat and training session.

• Approved June 15, 2022 minutes with corrections (5-0)
• Noted Pamela Hernandez's resignation effective after August 17, 2022 meeting

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Finance/Personnel Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a review of the library's financial report and an update on collection measures.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of Library Financial Report
• Collection measures Update

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the June 21, 2022, minutes and receive various committee reports. The agenda includes updates on the strategic plan, ARPA progress, and financial status. A closed session regarding real estate is also scheduled.

• Strategic Plan Progress Report
• ARPA update from Buildings & Grounds Committee
• Finance report from Finance/Personnel Committee
• Director's July 2022 and Annual reports
• Closed session regarding real estate

City Council

The scheduled City Council Lunch has been canceled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Workforce Development Board

The Planning & Oversight Committee is reviewing multiple updates to the regional plan. This includes a revised Memorandum of Understanding and updated business service plans. The committee will also examine monitoring reports and risk assessments.

• Approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Revised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Revised Basic Skill Deficient Policy
• Substate-Monitoring Report and Risk Assessment
• Performance and monitoring reports from Karen Dowdy

City Council Committees

The Public Involvement Committee will receive an update on boards and commissions from the City Clerk. The committee may also consider selecting members for the Citizens’ Tax Oversight Committee and the Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System Board of Trustees.

• Update on boards and commissions from the City Clerk
• Possible selection for Citizens’ Tax Oversight Committee
• Possible selection for Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System Board of Trustees

City Council

This special meeting includes a review of the proposed agenda for the July 25, 2022, City Council meeting. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals.

• Review of the proposed July 25, 2022, City Council meeting agenda
• Closed session regarding legal actions and litigation
• Closed session regarding real estate leasing, purchases, or sales
• Closed session regarding sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Committee will meet via Zoom. The agenda includes discussions regarding a lobbying proposal and City ARPA funding recommendations. The committee will also address the WOW Tax and a board retreat.

• Lobbying Proposal
• City ARPA Funding Recommendations
• WOW Tax
• Board Retreat

Library Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to review branch updates. The committee will also hold a closed session regarding real estate matters.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and subdivision plats. These items include development proposals for various properties throughout the city.

• Rezoning of 817 West El Camino Alto Drive (Z-12-2022)
• Conditional Use Permit at 2960 East Allen Place (CUP 464)
• Planned Development for 1436 East Erie Street (PD 381)
• Subdivision Variance at 2101 North Main Avenue (Variance 354)
• Preliminary Plat of The Irons at Millwood Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved six rezoning requests, including Z-11-2022 (6177 South Farm Road 189), Z-13-2022 (5100 West State Highway EE), Z-14-2022 (922 South Eastgate Avenue), Z-16-2022 w/COD #216 (3224 East Valley Water Mill Road), Planned Development 381 (1436 East Erie Street), and Planned Development 382 (1015 South Grant Avenue). It also approved six preliminary plats for subdivisions. The Commission denied Conditional Use Permit 464 (2960 East Allen Place) for self-service storage on a 2-3 vote. Four items were postponed to the August 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved rezoning Z-11-2022 at 6177 South Farm Road 189 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-13-2022 at 5100 West State Highway EE (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-14-2022 at 922 South Eastgate Avenue (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-16-2022 w/COD #216 at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road (5-0)
• Approved Planned Development 381 at 1436 East Erie Street (5-0)
• Approved Planned Development 382 at 1015 South Grant Avenue (5-0)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit 464 at 2960 East Allen Place (2-3)
• Postponed 4 items to August 11, 2022 meeting

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board’s Nominating Committee is meeting to review officer positions and board applications. The agenda consists of procedural reviews.

• Review of officer positions
• Review of board applications

City Council Committees

The Finance and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for July 13, 2022, was canceled.

Landmarks Board

The scheduled meeting for the Walnut Grove Landmarks Board on July 13, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

Library Board

The Executive Committee will review the June Board of Trustees agenda and address miscellaneous items. The meeting agenda contains only procedural items.

• Review of June Board of Trustees Agenda
• Miscellaneous items

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Mayor's Commission for Children will review progress regarding the Family Connects project. The discussion will cover how the project will involve families at Mercy Cox and Jordan Valley. Funding updates will also be provided.

• Update on Family Connects progress
• Discussion of project implementation with families at Mercy Cox and Jordan Valley
• Funding updates

The Mayor's Commission for Children met on July 12, 2022, and received an update on the Family Connects program, including discussions on implementation with Mercy Cox and Jordan Valley and funding updates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural. The next meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2022.

• Heard update on Family Connects progress
• Discussed project implementation with Mercy Cox and Jordan Valley
• Received funding updates
• Scheduled next meeting for September 13, 2022

Board of Equalization

The Greene County Board of Equalization will review Assessor’s Office revisions through July 22, 2022. The meeting also includes hearings for several property tax appeals for city and county properties.

• Review of June 21, 2022 minutes
• Approval of Assessor’s Office revisions through July 22, 2022
• Review of Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2017-2021
• Property tax appeals for various city and county properties

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

This meeting of the Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority, scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors is meeting to discuss nominations for board officers. The agenda also includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of nominations for Board Officers

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special closed session on July 12, 2022. The agenda includes discussions regarding legal litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals or negotiated contracts.

• legal actions and attorney communications
• real estate leasing, purchases, or sales
• sealed proposals and related contract documents

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure bids and budget amendments. This includes projects for road intersections, wastewater treatment, and health department COVID-19 responses. The agenda also features various rezoning requests and an annexation proposal.

• $5,364,467.30 bid acceptance for Republic Road and Campbell Avenue intersection improvements
• $3,682,640 bid acceptance for Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation
• Rezoning of 6.36 acres at 3018 West Battlefield Road to Industrial Commercial District
• $30,000 grant from United Way of the Ozarks for Workforce Development
• Annexation of approximately 24 acres at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road

The City Council approved a $5,364,467.30 contract with Capital Paving & Construction, LLC for Phase 4 and Phase 5 of the Republic Road and Campbell Avenue Intersection Improvements project. The council also approved several other items, including a short-term rental permit at 718 West Downing Street, an annexation at 3224 East Valley Water Mill Road, and multiple rezoning requests. A rezoning and conditional use permit for a drive-through at 404-424 East Sunshine Street was discussed but no final vote was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved $5,364,467.30 contract for Republic Road/Campbell Ave intersection improvements (9-0)
• Approved short-term rental Type 2 permit at 718 W. Downing St. (5-4)
• Approved annexation of ~24 acres at 3224 E. Valley Water Mill Rd. (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 6.36 acres at 3018 W. Battlefield Rd. to Industrial Commercial (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 7.84 acres at 3900 S. Lone Pine Ave. and 2955/2957 E. Allen Pl. with Conditional Overlay District No. 212 (9-0)
• Approved $30,000 grant from United Way Let's Get to Work Fund (9-0)
• Approved $3.3M budget amendment for COVID-19 response (9-0)
• Approved $750,000 ARPA funding for OTC airframe and powerplant maintenance facility (9-0)

Park Board

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will discuss updates for Silver Springs Park, Timmons Hall, and ARPA-funded parks and trails projects. The agenda also includes a review of the Musgrave Grant for SPARC program activities.

• Silver Springs Park/Timmons Hall update
• Musgrave Grant for SPARC Program Activities
• ARPA-Funded Parks and Trails Project Update
• Recommended Board Officer Candidates for 2022-2023 Term
• Thomas J. Kachel Fountain Dedication on August 12, 2022

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board unanimously accepted a $30,000 grant from the Jeannette L. Musgrave Foundation for youth mental health support in the SPARC program. The board also elected Randy Blackwood as Chair and Heather Noggle as Vice Chair for 2022-2023, tabling the Secretary vote pending bylaw review. Updates were provided on ARPA-funded projects, including $13.5 million in state funding for Cooper Park renovations.

• Accepted $30,000 Musgrave Foundation grant for SPARC youth mental health (unanimous)
• Elected Randy Blackwood as Chair (1 abstention)
• Elected Heather Noggle as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Tabled Secretary position vote pending bylaw review (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Springfield-Branson National Airport Board will meet to vote on construction contracts for the reconstruction of Taxiway N, B, and GA Apron rehabilitation. The board will also review a CMT Construction Administration Agreement and enter a closed session regarding legal and personnel matters.

• Construction contract for Reconstruction of Taxiway N, B, and Rehab GA Apron
• CMT Construction Administration Agreement
• Approval of June 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding legal actions and personnel matters

Building Trades Certification and Examination Board

The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board will meet to approve June 2, 2022, meeting minutes and conduct interviews for trade license applicants. The scheduled interviews cover electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and gas fitter categories.

• Approval of June 2, 2002, meeting minutes
• Interviews for Master Electrical and Journeyman Electrical licenses
• Interviews for Journeyman Mechanical licenses
• Interviews for Master Plumbing and Journeyman Plumbing licenses
• Interviews for Master Gas Fitter licenses

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting includes a workshop regarding the City of Springfield's Comprehensive Plan. No other specific business, public hearings, or items for approval were listed on this agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan Workshop

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a special workshop to review the draft Forward SGF comprehensive plan, discussing its vision, land use approach, and adoption timeline. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational and for feedback. The next steps include public hearings in September and October.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Council

The agenda consists only of a memorandum regarding a scheduled City Council lunch. This meeting is marked as canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The scheduled Board of Adjustment meeting for July 5, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council Committees

The scheduled meeting of the Walnut Grove Community Involvement Committee for July 5, 2022, was canceled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority

The Springfield Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022, has been postponed. The agenda contains only the notice of this postponement. The rescheduled meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 30, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for June 28, 2022, was canceled. This agenda contains only the notice of this cancellation.

• Canceled City Council lunch

Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development

The June 28, 2022, meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special closed session on June 28, 2022. The meeting is intended to discuss legal litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed proposals or negotiated contracts.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Review of real estate leasing, purchases, or sales
• Review of sealed proposals and related documents

City Council

The Springfield City Council will review several ordinances regarding city contracts and grant applications. Discussion includes traffic signal maintenance, merit system rule updates, and short-term rental permits.

• $5,364,467.30 bid for Republic Road and Campbell Avenue Intersection Improvements
• $3,805,703 HOME-American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan
• $209,988.50 traffic signal maintenance contract with Ewing Signal Construction, LLC
• Amendments to the Springfield City Code Merit System Rules
• Short-term rental Type 2 permits for East Swallow Street and South Roanoke Street

The City Council approved a $5,364,467.30 contract with Capital Paving & Construction, LLC for Phase 4 and Phase 5 of the Republic Road and Campbell Avenue intersection improvements, with an anticipated completion date of November 1, 2024. The council also approved a short-term rental Type 2 permit for 2209 East Swallow Street despite a protest petition and an incomplete neighbor signature, and tabled a similar permit for 1951 South Roanoke Street until August 22, 2022. All other agenda items, including agreements with the Sports Commission, Convention and Visitors Bureau, and various grants, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $5,364,467.30 contract for Republic Road/Campbell intersection improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Short-Term Rental Type 2 Permit at 2209 East Swallow Street (6-2, McGull and Hosmer dissenting)
• Tabled Short-Term Rental Type 2 Permit at 1951 South Roanoke Street until Aug 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $209,988.50 annual traffic signal maintenance contract with Ewing Signal Construction (unanimous)
• Approved HOME-American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan for $3,805,703 grant (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000,000 Growth Opportunities grant application to U.S. Dept. of Labor (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 Brownfields Job Training grant application to EPA (unanimous)
• Approved amending election date to November 8, 2022 (unanimous, Horton abstaining)

Tree City USA Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will review the April 2022 meeting minutes. Special guest Richard Herman will present on urban trees, food forests, and grafting, followed by a Q&A session.

• Approval of April 2022 minutes
• Presentation by Richard Herman regarding urban trees, food forests, and grafting

City Council Committees

The Council ARPA Review Committee will receive an update on ARPA status and discuss recommendations for ARPA spending. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 19, 2022.

• Update on ARPA status
• Recommendations for ARPA spending
• Approval of April 19, 2022, minutes

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Finance/Personnel Committee will meet to review the library financial report and a presentation of the FY23 budget. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of Library Financial Report
• Presentation of FY23 Budget

Library Board

The board will review the FY23 budget proposal and receive an update on City/ARPA funds. Committee reports from the Executive and Finance/Personnel committees are also scheduled. A closed session regarding real estate is planned.

• FY23 Budget Proposal
• City/ARPA Funds Update
• Executive Committee report from June 14th meeting
• Closed session regarding real estate

Board of Equalization

The Board will review minutes from May and June 2022 and new rules for July hearings. Members will also examine the May Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2017 through 2021. Additionally, the meeting includes reviewing specific account revision orders from the Collector's Office.

• Review of new July BOE Hearing Rules and Procedures
• Review of May Adds and Strikes Report for tax years 2017-2021
• Account revision order for 12-288-021 (Lance R Norris)
• Account revision order for 12-348-294 (Philip M Thompson)

City Council

The scheduled City Council lunch for June 21, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the City Council lunch

Library Board

The Finance/Personnel Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to review a budget presentation. This item covers the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-2023.

• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget Proposal

Public Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports from department directors and consider several new resolutions. Proposed actions include amending income limits and revising operating budgets for Public Housing/COCC.

• Resolution No. 2281: Write-off of uncollected resident accounts from March and April 2022
• Resolution No. 2282: Amending income limits
• Resolution No. 2283: Revising operating budgets for Public Housing/COCC
• Resolution No. 2284: Performance incentive for employees

Airport Board

The Springfield-Branson National Airport Board will review May 2022 financial and statistical data. The meeting includes the recognition of new board officers, new members, and retiring members. The board will also consider a lease agreement with OTC.

• Lease Agreement with OTC
• Recognition of new Board Officers
• Introduction of new Board Members
• Recognition of retiring Board Members
• May 2022 statistical and financial summaries

Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will review May meeting minutes and financial reports. The board is also scheduled to take action on FY23 cost of living salary increases and salary ranges. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on ARPA funding and annual contracts.

• FY23 cost of living salary increase
• FY23 salary ranges
• Division of Tourism Cooperative Marketing Funds update
• City, County & State ARPA funding report
• CVB and Sports Commission annual contracts

City Council Committees

The Plans and Policies Committee meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022, was canceled.

Art Museum Board

The Springfield Art Museum Board of Directors will discuss collection plan revisions and review departmental reports. The meeting also includes recognition for service to the board.

• Recognition of Linda Passeri and Tara Benson for service to the Board
• Master Plan Update report
• Art in Bloom and 99X report
• Collection Plan Revisions discussion
• Financial Report review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Springfield Planning and Zoning Commission will consider multiple rezoning applications and conditional use permits. The agenda includes reviews for properties on East Sunshine Street, West Battlefield Road, and South Farm Road. The commission will also address easement relinquishments and a subdivision plat.

• Rezoning of 404, 420 & 424 East Sunshine Street
• Rezoning of 3018 West Battlefield Road
• Preliminary Plat of the Irons at Millwood Subdivision
• Conditional Use Permit 464 for 3900 South Lone Pine Avenue
• Easement relinquishments on West Buena Vista Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a rezoning request (Z-1-2022 w/COD #207) and a related conditional use permit (CUP 461) for a proposed drive-thru coffee shop at 404, 420 & 424 East Sunshine Street, with votes of 2-6. The commission approved two easement relinquishments, a rezoning at 3018 West Battlefield Road, and a vacation of right-of-way on East Allen Place. Several other items were postponed to the July 14, 2022 meeting.

• Denied rezoning Z-1-2022 w/COD #207 for drive-thru coffee shop at 404, 420 & 424 E. Sunshine St (2-6)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit 461 for drive-thru coffee shop at 404, 420 & 424 E. Sunshine St (2-6)
• Approved relinquishment of easements 927 and 928 on W. Buena Vista St (8-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-4-2022 at 3018 W. Battlefield Rd from GR/GM to IC (8-0)
• Approved vacation of cul-de-sac right-of-way at 2900 blk E. Allen Pl (7-0, Colony recused)
• Postponed Z-10-2022 w/COD #212 at 3900 S. Lone Pine Ave to July 14
• Postponed Conditional Use Permit 464 at 2960 E. Allen Pl to July 14
• Postponed Z-11-2022, Z-12-2022, Preliminary Plat, and Variance 354 to July 14

Landmarks Board

The Landmarks Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition and new construction at 425 W. Commercial. The meeting also includes the selection of a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Demolition and new construction at 425 W. Commercial
• Selection of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Recommendation of Historic Preservation Element

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights

The commission will discuss activities for the annual Juneteenth celebration at Silver Springs Park. Members will also address the implementation of the Mayor’s Initiative on Equity and Equality (MIEE). Staff reports include updates on upcoming training and retreat planning.

• Juneteenth celebration activities at Silver Springs Park
• Implementation of the Mayor’s Initiative on Equity and Equality (MIEE)
• Missouri Commission on Human Rights training on August 17, 2022

The Mayor's Commission on Human Rights and Community Relations approved the April 20, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming activities, including a training session, a retreat, and participation in the Juneteenth celebration. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were discussions or plans for future meetings.

• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes (motion by Fender, second by Smith)
• Tabled team-building exercise until Rachel Naab is present
• Moved 'Making Connections with Natural Allies' strategy to unfinished business
• Adjourned at 7:10 pm (motion by Jungers, second by Smith)

Library Board

The Springfield-Greene County Library District Buildings & Grounds Committee will meet on June 14, 2022. The agenda includes branch updates and a closed session regarding real estate.

• Branch updates
• Closed session regarding real estate

Library Board

The Executive Committee of the Springfield-Greene County Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the budget and the Foundation's role in fundraising for Republic. The meeting also includes a review of the board agenda and preparation of a strategic plan report card for the July meeting.

• Budget discussion
• Foundation role in fundraising for Republic
• Strategic Plan Report Card preparation
• Review of Board Agenda

Mayor's Commission for Children

The Mayor's Commission for Children will hear from House Minority Leader Crystal Quade and State Senator Lincoln Hough regarding the past state legislative session. The meeting also includes an update on Family Connects progress.

• Presentation of state legislative session highlights by Crystal Quade and Lincoln Hough
• Update on Family Connects progress

The Mayor's Commission for Children met and approved the previous three months of minutes. State Senator Lincoln Hough and Minority Leader Crystal Quade presented on the legislative session, discussing topics like childcare funding, school transportation, teacher pay, and Medicaid expansion. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes from the last three months (motion by Dr. Andrews, seconded by Mike White)

City Council

The agenda contains only a notice that the City Council lunch has been canceled. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of City Council lunch

City Council Committees

The Public Involvement Committee will review minutes from the April 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates on boards and commissions from the City Clerk and possible selections for several local committees.

• Possible selection for Board of Equalization
• Possible selection for Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible selection for Landmarks Board
• Possible selection for Personnel Board
• Possible selection for Citizens’ Tax Oversight Committee

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a special closed meeting to discuss legal actions and litigation. The session also includes discussions regarding real estate transactions and sealed proposals or negotiated contracts.

• Legal actions and litigation
• Leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
• Sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

City Council

The council will vote on the city budget for the upcoming fiscal year and a preliminary property tax levy. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests, new collective bargaining agreements, and a $300,000 loan for Maplewood Villas.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 city budget and preliminary tax levy
• Rezoning of properties on N Le Compte Road, W Old Weaver Road, and W Battlefield Road
• $300,000 loan for Maplewood Villas development at 550 North Duke Avenue
• Collective bargaining agreements for police, fire, and IBEW unions
• Creation of Cottle's Range Community Improvement District with Buc-ee's Springfield, LLC

The Springfield City Council approved the FY2022-23 budget and a preliminary tax levy, along with several zoning changes, conditional use permits, collective bargaining agreements, and other routine items. All votes were unanimous (8-0) with one member absent. The council also approved a resolution honoring former Councilman Denny Whayne and authorized applications for state and federal grants.

• Approved FY2022-23 budget (Special Ordinance 27704) (8-0)
• Approved preliminary tax levy for FY2022-23 (Special Ordinance 27703) (8-0)
• Approved Cottle's Range Community Improvement District with Buc-ee's (Special Ordinance 27700) (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permits for auto garage at 2808 N. Kansas Expy and self-storage at 543 W. Old Weaver Rd (Special Ordinances 27701, 27702) (8-0)
• Approved annexation and rezoning of 9.5 acres at 1610/1620 N. Le Compte Rd (General Ordinances 6723, 6724) (8-0)
• Approved rezoning at 820 W. El Camino Alto Dr, 567 W. Old Weaver Rd, and 2200 W. Battlefield Rd (General Ordinances 6725-6727) (8-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreements with police, fire, and IBEW unions (Special Ordinances 27708-27711) (8-0)
• Approved micromobility device rental program ordinance (General Ordinance 6729) (8-0)