Marionville man charged with felony DWI after woman killed in motorcycle-4-wheeler collision

A Marionville man was charged with felony driving while intoxicated following a fatal two-vehicle accident 2:15 a.m. today on Lawrence County Road 1230, eight-tenths of a mile south of Marionville.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a Yamaha motorcycle driven by Joseph I. Barnett, 28, Marionville, struck a 2003 Suzuki 4-wheeler driven by Stacia V. Barnett, 29, Marionville, ejecting both drivers.

Stacia Barnett was pronounced dead by Dr. Spencer at Mercy Hospital at 3 a.m.


Joseph Barnett was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Hospital.

In addition to the DWI charge, Joseph Barnett was cited for not having a motorcycle license.

Indiana man found floating in water at Tanglewood Resort, dies at Cox Branson

An Indiana man died at Cox Branson Hospital Saturday after he was discovered floating in water at the Tanglewood Resort, 1.5 miles northeast of Branson 5:27 p.m.

Clarence W. Leohr, 97, was pronounced dead at 9:37 p.m., according to the Highway Patrol report. The cause of death on the report is listed as drowning.

Springfield Police help keep railroad tracks safe

(From the Springfield Police Department)

On September 28th officers with the Springfield Police Department teamed up with officers from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad Police for National Rail Safety Week.

During the operation officers brought awareness to grade crossing violations. They contacted 18 drivers for failing to stop prior to the grade crossing when the signal was activated. They also issued five tickets and 13 warnings.

Corporal Kenneth Hall, with the Springfield Police Department, reminds drivers to be extra cautious when crossing train tracks. "Remember," Hall said, "when you see tracks, think train."

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Springfield

Christian County

Chad Albert Dorton
Sean Mitchell Carleton
Patty Marie Wilson and Donald Dewayne Wilson
Elizabeth Claire Sullivan
Chadrick Levi Summers
Kelly Renae Lindsey
Jeremy Christopher Courtnay and Jennifer Rochelle Courtnay

Dallas County

Arlen Dale Lawson and Lucy Kay Lawson

Greene County

Lendell Eugene Baker
Stephanie Renee McMillen
James E. McGuire
Christina Deirdre Turnage
Marsha Jane Hatfield
Robert T. Gallegos and Elizabeth J. Gallegos
Virgil D. Garrison and Robin D. Garrison
David Aaron Diamond
Everett Levi Purvis and Christina Mae Purvis
Shelly E. Osburn
Robert Francis Newland
Gail Susan Lewis
Amy Michelle Nelson
Diana Lee Springer
Yana Repina
Christopher Davis Jones
Billy Lee Freeman and Kristi Lynn Freeman
Shelbie Marie Lunsford
Christopher Eric Gatley
Brent Allan Perryman and Kimberly Ann Perryman
Micah J. Latch and Jessica D. Latch
Josephat K. Bitok
Miranda J. Johnson
Forest Institute of Professional Psychology


Laclede County

Leroy Eugene Lawson and Shirley Ann Lawson
Jillian Nicole Benz
Charles Freeman Waterman III and Courtney Amber Waterman

Polk County

Robert Earles Durr II and Lauren Delaine Durr

Pulaski County

Thomas Walton Madden II

Stone County

Craig Richard Pearson and Jacqueline Sue Pearson

Taney County

Cindy Bernice Conway
Brandon Lee Johnson

Texas County

Legacy Quartz Sand Company LLC

Webster County

David Andrew Ingle and Kellie DeAnn Ingle
Pauline R. Allen

Wright County

Shannon Annette Arvidson

Agenda posted for Springfield City Council lunch meeting

Springfield City Council Lunch 
Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 12 pm 
Busch Municipal Building – 4th Floor Conference Room 840 Boonville Avenue 

TENTATIVE AGENDA

1. ¼-Cent Renewal – Dan Smith.

2. Review of the Upcoming October 8, 2018 City Council Meeting Agenda.

3. Any and all matters to come before City Council.

Springfield Police seeking hit-and-run driver who struck, injured 12-year-old boy

(From the Springfield Police Department)

On September 26th at 7:33 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Campbell and Plainview to investigate a Leaving the Scene of a Crash.

A 12-year-old male juvenile was walking southbound across Plainview in the crosswalk when a white SUV, traveling eastbound on Plainview, struck the juvenile. The SUV continued driving eastbound on Plainview and did not stop to assist the juvenile. The juvenile was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

A witness at the scene described the SUV as a white mid-size SUV with a gold trim package. One witness described the SUV as possibly being a mid-size Lincoln SUV.

The Springfield Police Department asks anyone with information regarding this incident to call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 417-869-TIPS (8477) or Police Headquarters at 417-864-1810.

Independence man killed crashing into tree in Stone County

An Independence man was killed in a one-vehicle accident 2:39 p.m. today on MO 13, two miles south of Lampe.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 Kawasaki motorcycle driven by James R. Graham, 69, Independence, traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree.

Stone County Coroner John Cunnyngham pronounced Graham dead at 3:25 p.m.

The fatality was the 95th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Springfield Police Department names new public affairs officer

(From the Springfield Police Department)

Jasmine Bailey has been named public affairs officer for Springfield Police Department. She replaces Lisa Cox, who moved to central Missouri in July. She is part of the City of Springfield’s Department of Public Information and Civic Engagement and serves as the primary contact for the police department's media programs, inquiries and news releases.

Under the direction of the City’s Director of Public Information & Civic Engagement Cora Scott and Police Chief Paul Williams, Bailey will develop, coordinate and administer communication and marketing programs to promote the department's programs and services.




Bailey has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Missouri – Columbia and most recently served as the morning news anchor for KSNF-TV in Joplin, Missouri. 

While at Newsy.com in 2012-2015, she implemented innovative methods of storytelling to reach online news consumers. While at KSNF, she received a Missouri Broadcasting Association Honorable Mention Award in 2018 for feature reporting, as well as one from the Kansas Broadcasting Association Honorable Mention Award in 2017.

“We are happy to have Jasmine on our team and are looking forward to her expanding on online and social media presence, as well as working on civic engagement initiatives for SPD,” said Scott.

“The role of the Public Affairs Officer (PAO) is important at SPD, and Jasmine will do more than simply be the source of information about the police department," said Chief Williams. "The PAO is a vital piece in our overall communication strategy, and she will serve as the primary point of contact for both public and media inquiries. Jasmine will be responsible for enhancing our efforts to engage with our citizens across multiple platforms—and having an experienced professional in that role is essential.”

Springfield City Clerk offers details on how to apply for City Council opening

(From the City of Springfield)

Those wishing to serve on Springfield’s City Council can apply for the General Seat C seat vacated by Kristi Fulnecky’s resignation, beginning Oct. 1.

Applications will be accepted in the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) from Monday, Oct. 1 through Friday, Oct. 12, 2018. The deadline for submitting an application is 5 p.m., Oct. 12. Those interested can download application and fill it out or obtain a printed application from the Clerk’s Office, located on the 4th floor of the Municipal Building, 840 N. Boonville.

• View Frequently Asked Questions.

The process for filling a vacant seat is laid out in the City Charter Section 2.5. According to City Clerk Anita Cotter, City Council will appoint an individual to serve until the April 2, 2019 election.

Qualifications:

• Must be a registered voter in the City of Springfield

• Must have been a resident of the City of Springfield for at least two years prior to appointment

• Must not be disqualified under state law RsMO 115.306.1 (Felony Conviction)

• Must not be disqualified under state law RsMO 115.306.2(I) (Delinquent Taxes)

• Must have completed and filed Missouri Department of Revenue form 5120 per state law RsMO 115.306(2).

Applications without Missouri Department of Revenue Form 5120 will not be accepted. City Council will review the applications at a meeting Oct. 16 and is expected to conduct finalist interviews Oct. 25.

Springfield Police to hold Coffee with a Cop at four locations

(From the Springfield Police Department)

Four McDonald’s restaurants in Springfield will host Springfield Police Department officers and the community 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 for National Coffee with a Cop Day. Join Springfield police officers for a cup of coffee and conversation at any of the below McDonald’s locations:

1607 E. Battlefield (Battlefield Mall)
4101 S. Campbell (Campbell Avenue and Republic Road)
3510 W. Chestnut (Chestnut Expressway and West Bypass)
2811 N. Kansas (Kansas Expressway and I-44)

“This nationwide event gives us an opportunity to get more officers from SPD involved in this type of effort in our community,” said Police Chief Paul Williams. “Our officers stay so busy on a daily basis they don’t have the luxury of simply connecting with citizens on this level. We hope many of our citizens are able to join us, ask questions and get to know some of the people behind the badges.”

Similar to Chief Williams’ monthly Coffee with the Chief events, Coffee with a Cop's mission is to improve trust and build relationships with the community, one cup of coffee at a time. It began in 2011 when officers from the Hawthorne, California police department were looking for ways to interact more successfully with the citizens they served each day..

Springfield Fire Department providing smartphone app to improve cardiac arrest survival rates

(From the Springfield Fire Department)

The Springfield Fire Department and local emergency services personnel have partnered to launch PulsePoint Respond to the greater Ozarks region.

PulsePoint is a smartphone app designed to support public safety agencies working to improve cardiac arrest survival rates. The app alerts CPR-trained citizens of cardiac events in their vicinity so they may administer aid. The app also notifies users of the closest available Automated External Defibrillator (AED). 

Early application of bystander CPR and rapid defibrillation from an AED have proven to be crucial in improving a person’s chance of surviving sudden cardiac arrest. PulsePoint is not limited to emergency responders or those with official CPR certification, as it can be used by anyone who has been trained in CPR.

“When a patient is in cardiac distress, the quicker they receive help, the greater chance they have for a complete recovery,” says Dr. Stephen Kuehn, interventional cardiologist with CoxHealth. “This technology is a wonderful tool to have in place, and I’m excited for what it means for patients throughout southwest Missouri.”

PulsePoint is another component of the Springfield LifeSave Initiative started by the Springfield Fire Department to improve survival rates of those experiencing cardiac arrest. Funding and operational partners include: CoxHealth, Mercy, the City of Springfield, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical Community College, Drury University, Evangel University, City Utilities, and the Springfield-Greene County Health Department. The technology is now available in the 17-plus county region served by both Mercy and CoxHealth.

After downloading the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play by searching for “PulsePoint,” those trained in CPR and wishing to assist in case of an emergency can be notified of a cardiac emergency nearby that may require CPR. If the cardiac emergency is in a public place, the location-aware application will alert trained citizens in the vicinity of the need for bystander CPR at the same time first responders are dispatched. The application also directs these citizen rescuers to the exact location of the closest publicly accessible Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Note: User notification only occurs after the 9-1-1 system has been activated.

“We believe PulsePoint will be a powerful tool in our efforts to increase survival rates in our community,” said Springfield Fire Chief David Pennington. “In addition to the lifesaving CPR notifications, the application provides a complete virtual window into the emergency communication center.” For professional responders, Pennington says PulsePoint Respond can improve situational awareness, increase incident and resource visibility, and enhance overall interoperability with our neighboring jurisdictions.

“The collaboration between all the partners will bring this incredible life-saving tool to reality not only in Springfield but across the 17 counties served by Mercy and CoxHealth EMS,” explained Bob Patterson, Mercy director of emergency medical services. “Through early notification of those willing to assist in providing CPR until first responders and EMS can arrive, we will improve survival of cardiac arrest victims in the region.”

For those interested in learning CPR, Springfield Fire Department offers the following free opportunities in October:

Saturday, Oct. 6 at Fire Station #12, 2455 S. Blackman Road: 9-10 a.m.
Monday, Oct.15 at Fire Station #1, 720 E. Grand: 2-3 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 18 at Fire Station #8, 1405 S. Scenic: 6-7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 27 at Fire Station #5, W. Kearney: 11 a.m.-noon

To register online, visit springfieldlifesave.com or contact Kevin Trogdon at 417-874-2380.

Springfield teenager injured when car hits bicycle

A Springfield teenager was injured in a car-bicycle collision 8:35 p.m. Tuesday on Suprema Avenue, one mile west of Springfield.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Kyle E. Schildknecht, 51, Springfield, was making a left turn and struck a bicycle ridden by Christopher I. McClain, 15, Springfield.

McClain was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Springfield.

Round the clock lane closings planned on I-44 at West Kearney Overpass beginning October 5

(From MODOT)

Drivers can expect ‘round the clock lane closings on I-44 at the West Kearney Street overpass in northwest Springfield starting Friday, Oct. 5, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

Crews will work between 8 p.m. Friday night until as late as 6 a.m. on Thursday for up to four weeks.

Drivers can expect slow-moving traffic and backups during the work. Motorists are urged to allow extra travel time or find alternate routes to avoid the work zone.

Here’s a look at the project:
Repair a fire-damaged bridge wall on the westbound bridge
Repair and seal fire-damaged bridge deck or driving surface on the westbound bridge

The fire damage to the westbound I-44 bridge occurred in December 2017 following a tractor trailer crash.

Crews have been working since Sept. 4 to repair bridge components underneath the bridge. That work has not impacted traffic.

Weather and/or unforeseen issues could alter the work schedule.

The prime contractor on the project is Phillips Hardy of Boonville.

The estimated total project cost is $905,000.

The project will be completed by December 2018. (However, the contractor expects to complete the work by early November.)

Springfield Jazz Festival set for Saturday

(From the City of Springfield)

Springfield continues a great season of live music downtown with the 9th annual Springfield Jazz Festival, starting at noon on Saturday.  

The festival includes seven hours of free live music on Park Central East and Park Central Square. The lineup promises a variety of grooves from the Missouri State University Jazz Ensemble and Symposiums, the Evangel and Drury jazz bands, the Brandon Mezzelo Trio, the Arthur Duncan Band, Hamm/Aho Trio featuring Christin Bohrisch, the Brueggemann/Gouge Quintet, the Brant Jester Quartet and the Missouri Jazz Orchestra (MOJO).

“We are thrilled to showcase the talented jazz musicians from our local universities, as well as welcome a great lineup of local and regional jazz artists and introduce the legendary three-time Grammy winner Ramsey Lewis and Urban Knights as the festival’s headliner,” says Downtown Springfield Association Executive Director Rusty Worley. “But it’s more than just about the music and celebrating the work of great artists – it’s also about celebrating the cultural diversity in our community.”

The excitement continues inside the historic Gillioz Theatre at 8 p.m., as the Gillioz Center for Arts & Entertainment proudly presents three-time Grammy winner Ramsey Lewis and Urban Knights.

Tickets are $36.50-$50 and all tickets are reserved seating. Call 417-863-9491 or visit gillioztheatre.com to purchase.

Festival partners include the Gillioz, Systematic Savings Bank, Missouri Arts Council, Springfield Regional Arts Council, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield Music, Missouri State University, the Downtown Springfield Association and the City.

Schedule

Park Central East Stage (across from the Gillioz)

• Noon: The Brandon Mezzelo Trio
• 1 p.m.: The Brueggemann/Gouge Quintet
• 2 p.m.: The Brant Jester Quartet
• 3 p.m.: The Hamm/Aho Duo featuring Christin Bohrisch
• 4:30 p.m.: The Missouri Jazz Orchestra (MOJO)
• 6 p.m.: The Arthur Duncan Band

Park Central Square Pavilion Stage

• Noon: MSU Jazz Studies Ensemble I
• 1 p.m.: Evangel Jazz Band
• 2 p.m.: Drury Jazz Band
• 3 p.m.: MSU Jazz Symposium I
• 4 p.m.: MSU Jazz Symposium II

New tip line enables Springfield students to anonymously report safety concerns

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Reporting safety concerns will now be easier with a new, anonymous tip line launched by Springfield Public Schools. The dedicated tip line will enable students, teachers, parents or community members to notify SPS School Police of potential safety threats with a quick text message to 417-319-2901, via the MySPS app, or on the district website at www.sps.org/tipline.

“Keeping our schools safe involves everyone,” said Dr. Bret Range, executive director of student and school services for Springfield Public Schools. “This new tip line empowers anyone who suspects a possible threat at their school to instantly make an anonymous report.”

Posters promoting the tip line will be displayed in schools to remind students of the number to text. Reportable concerns could include potential threats, bullying, thoughts of suicide, social media conflict or other safety issues.

The tip line is monitored 24 hours a day by school police so any tip will be promptly investigated.

“The sooner we are made aware of a potential concern, the better equipped we are to identify the source of the threat and take appropriate actions to keep students and staff safe,” Range explained.

The tip line is just one of several measures SPS has implemented in recent months to continuously improve safety at all school sites. Other measures include allocating $4.3 million in this year’s budget to provide additional safety training, upgrade door locks, install security cameras, hire three additional school police officers, increase the number of secure vestibules, among other improvements.

Crane man seriously injured in collision near Nixa

A Crane man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 7:45 p.m. Monday on Route M, one mile south of Nixa.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1999 Ford F150 driven by Joshua K. Holt, 32, Crane, ran a stop sign and was struck by a 2011 Honda Pilot driven by Jason W. Coorts, 47, Nixa.

Holt was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Hospital, Springfield.

Reward offered for information leading to arrest of man wanted for domestic assault, stealing

(From Springfield Crimestoppers)

This week's featured fugitive is Justin Butts.

Butts has two felony Probation Violation warrants with original charges of 2nd Degree Domestic Assault and Stealing. 

The warrants were issued on 06/20/2018 and 08/09/18. Butts is a 33 year old white male, approximately 5’8”, 130 lbs, with blonde hair, and blue eyes.

Law enforcement is asking the public for assistance in locating Butts. If you have any information about his whereabouts, please contact Crime Stoppers at 417-869-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com.

Galena teen killed in one-vehicle accident

A Galena teen was killed in a one-vehicle accident 4:55 p.m. Monday on MO 176, four miles east of Galena.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1987 Ford F-150 driven by Lawrence R. Carter, 16, Galena, failed to negotiate a curve due to speed, traveled off the right side of the roadway, returned to the roadway then slid off the left side, overturning and hitting two road signs. Carter was ejected.

Stone County Deputy Coroner Jerry Jenkins pronounced Carter dead at 5:22 p.m.

The fatality was the 93rd this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Complete video of tonight's Springfield City Council meeting

Informational meeting scheduled at Table Rock State Park

(From Missouri State Parks)

Table Rock State Park invites the public to an informational meeting 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at the park’s shelter house. The public is invited to share comments about the park and its operations. Park staff will be on hand to provide information and to answer questions.

Input from the public is important to Missouri State Parks. These informational meetings, which are being held in all state parks and historic sites, help create two-way communication with the public. 

The meetings give staff the opportunity to let people know the current status and future plans for the park or historic site, and they offer visitors the opportunity to comment on the facilities.

Table Rock State Park is located at 5272 State Hwy. 165, Branson. For more information about the meeting, call the park at 417-334-4704.

For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

I-44 to be reduced to one lane west of Springfield starting next week

(From MODOT)

Greene County – Interstate 44 drivers can expect traffic reduced to one lane and shifted to the median in the eastbound direction at Pickerel Creek (Mile Marker 64.2) west of Springfield starting the week of Oct. 1 as work progresses on a bridge replacement project, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

Drivers can expect major delays on eastbound I-44 as traffic will merge into one lane. Motorists are urged to consider alternate routes until December when the project is completed. If major delays are detected eastbound, I-44 traffic will be diverted to Missouri Route 266 which parallels I-44.

From Oct. 1 until mid-December, crews will remove and replace the eastbound I-44 bridge over Pickerel Creek.

The existing Pickerel Creek bridge, built in 1960 during the construction of I-44, has deteriorated to the point that replacement is the best option. The bridge in recent years has been in constant need of repair with frequent lane closings to complete the repair work.

Once the bridge replacement project is complete, there will be a wider eastbound I-44 bridge. MoDOT engineers made the decision to build a wider bridge to reduce the impacts to I-44 traffic. Also, the wider eastbound bridge will be used to handle traffic in the future when the westbound I-44 bridge over Pickerel Creek is replaced. However, there is no timeframe for replacing the westbound bridge.

The prime contractor is Hartman and Company of Springfield.

The total project cost is $3.4 million.

The project is scheduled for completion by mid-December 2018.

Ozark man killed in accident near Nixa

An Ozark man was killed in a one-vehicle accident 11:15 p.m. Sunday on M Highway at Inman Road, a half mile south of Nixa

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 GMC Envoy driven by Chad M. Anderson, 46, Ozark, ran off the roadway and struck a road sign and a tree, ejecting Anderson.


Anderson was pronounced dead at Cox South Hospital by Dr. Hedge at 12:07 a.m. today.

The fatality was the 92nd this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Christian County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Christian County Circuit Court:

Hailey D. Poland vs. Benjamin S. Poland
Sara Kitchens vs. Joseph Kitchens
Brent L. Mayberry vs. Samantha G. Mayberry

Stone County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Stone County Circuit Court:

Colton Taber Marin vs. Megan Kathleen Marin
Robert Charles Estes vs. Melissa Ann Estes
Elizabeth Kay Exley vs. Zack Exley

Lawrence County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Lawrence County Circuit Court:

William D. Rodrock vs. Ashley M. Rodrock
Savanna M. Lodwick vs. Donnie D. Lodwick
Lee D. Perryman vs. Cheri L. Perryman

Barry County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Barry County Circuit Court:

Randall A. Creed vs. Catherine S. Lawton
Timothy D. Nixon vs. Eavette N. Nixon
Phillip S. Julian vs. Shelia M. Julian

Taney County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Taney County Circuit Court:

Roxane L. Gagel vs. Kurt D. Gagel
Ray L. Foltz vs. Deborah A. Foltz
Evelyn Eberhardt vs. Christopher Eberhardt
Megan Sherrin vs. Casey D. Sherrin
Lori L. Radford vs. Darrell W. Radford
Iris D. Sanabria vs. Yafery C. Tovar
Tobin A. Smith vs. Shaylie D. Smith
John E. Woods vs. Dianne F. Woods
Lisa A. Fields vs. Jeffrey D. Fields

Greene County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Greene County Circuit Court:

William Anthony Bruce vs. Leah Michelle Bruce
Erica Clark vs. Jeremy Clark
Marie Main vs. John Roy Main
Shawna L. Alexander vs. Dirk E. Alexander
Kassondra Maher vs. Stephen Maher
Hayden E. Craft vs. Veronica Craft
Michael Paul Fleming vs. Misty Dawn Fleming
Jesse James Balami vs. Wanda Jackson Balami
Jeanne M. Page vs. Virgil L. Page



Kyla Dawn Mayer vs. Tristan G. Mayer
Richard K. Cunningham vs. Cecelia D. Cunningham
Talonn E. Medley vs. Courtney Rae Medley
Loren J. Marshall vs. Lonna M. Taber
Myeesha Renee Davis vs. Matthew Dillion Davis
Rocky Dewayne Emmett vs. Amber Lee Emmett
Mayci Jade Namio vs Joshua John Namio
Kelley Leeanne Halbrook vs. Simeon Levi Halbrook
Gabriel R. Hazlett vs. Mackenzie S. Hazlett
Kristen R. Cobel vs. Bradley A. Cobel
Amanda Joanne Gonzalez vs. Luis Bernardo Gonzalez
Ian Patterson vs. Brittany Patterson
Bridgette M. Collier vs. Riley W. Collier
Chad Justin Hansen vs. Keirsten Lacey Hansen
Sheila Ann Renfro vs. Kevin Gene Niemand
Myrna Neumann vs. Zacary Don Neumann
James Earl Salander vs. Denna Lynn Salander
Tracie Sue Russell vs. Jeffery Allen Russell
Lee Edward Schmidt vs. Sheristen Mariel James
Eden A. Welch vs. Ashley D. Hutsell
Jamie K. Wells vs. Mark D. Wells
Katheryn M. Edwards vs. Edward W. Edwards

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Springfield

Christian County

Kathleen Marie Bell
Jeffrey Mitchell Allred and Danielle Eileen Allred
John Thomas Greenslate, Jr. and Kimberly Kay Greenslate
Austin Blake Donnelly

Greene County

Shane Michael Dirk and Jennifer Marie Dirk
Matthew James Lawson Hensley
Willie Go Cortez
Amos Bailey
Paul DeShon Bennett
Judith Ann Whitworth
Lorraine Bell Benson
Craig Brian Eden
Michael Lee Kimball and Cicely Danielle Kimball


Howell County

Mindy Lynn Cowell
Roger Dwayne Perkins
Jordan Allen Reeves and Ashley Lynn Reeves

Laclede County

Anthony W. Valentine and Diana M. Valentine

Oregon County

Yancey Lee Smith

Pulaski County

Crystal Shantelle Leveille

Taney County

Sara A. Deleon

Texas County

William L. Jenkins, Jr.
Alice MIchelle Cummins and Richard Aaron Cummins

Agenda posted for Springfield City Council lunch meeting

Springfield City Council Lunch 
Tuesday, September 25, 2018 12 p.m.
Busch Municipal Building, 4th Floor Conference Room 840 Boonville Avenue 

TENTATIVE AGENDA 

1. Follow-Up from the City Council Meeting of September 24, 2018

2. Greene County Family Justice Center Presentation

3. Process for Filling General C Seat Vacancy

4. Any and all matters to come before City Council

Glendale High School principal named Principal of the Year

(From Springfield Public Schools)

At an all-school assembly Sept. 20, Glendale High School Principal Dr. Natalie Cauldwell was presented with a huge honor: the title of High School Principal of the Year.

"This award is not about Natalie Cauldwell," said Cauldwell. "This award is about the incredible students and staff at Glendale High School who I get to work with every day."

Dr. Cauldwell was presented with a plaque that commemorated her title of 2018-2019 High School Principal of the Year, awarded to her by the southwest region of the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals. The association includes 350 other principals from around the region.

Branson motorcyclist seriously injured in crash on 76

A Branson man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 1 p.m. today on MO 76 at Academy Commons.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2011 Bintelli Beast motorcycle driven by Jameal K. Williams, 23, Branson, pulled into the path of a 2007 International 9200I driven by Raymond K. Simhiser, 48, Stockton.

Williams was treated for serious injuries at Cox South Hospital, Springfield.

Springfield City Council to hear first readings of bills updating building codes

(From the City of Springfield)

Springfield’s building codes will be updated for the first time in at least three years, if approved by City Council this fall.

City Council will hear the first readings of a set of ordinances to adopt the 2018 International Residential and Commercial Building Codes and 2017 Electrical Code in October.

The code updates will apply to fire safety, insulation and building materials in new construction and major renovations.

The City is currently using the 2012 International Building Code. The International Code Council provides updated codes every three years, according to Building Development Services Director Harlan Hill.

“Springfield has chosen to update building codes every six years, but we consider amendments every three years,” he says.

BDS staff took public input on the 2018 code adoption Aug. 1-Sept. 11. Significant changes from the 2012 codes to the 2018 codes are:
Additional third-party special inspections for wood-framed structures;
Updated energy code and;
Scaled drawings for residential buildings.

If approved, the new requirements would go into effect Jan. 1, 2019.

Springfield City Council member Fulnecky resigns

(From the City of Springfield)

Councilwoman Kristi Fulnecky notified Mayor Ken McClure of her resignation as the City’s General Seat C Councilmember, effective today.

She was elected in April 2015. Fulnecky said her family found a house in Nixa, Missouri and plans to move in a few days. The City Charter requires that council members are residents inside the Springfield city limits.

“I thank Kristi for her service to our community and her commitment to public service,” said McClure. “As we have frequently said, both as a Council and individually, Springfield is a community of volunteers and the community’s success is based upon the willingness of its citizens to be a part of the process and to commit their time and resources to making our home a better place to live. I am grateful for her service.”

Fulnecky's term was set to expire in April 2019. She most recently served as a member of the Community Involvement Committee while on City Council.

Her civic involvement includes service to many local organizations including: Mercy Health Foundation Board of Directors, Boys and Girls Town's Child Abuse Prevention Month, Springfield Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors, Springfield Symphony Gala, Girl Scouts, American Heart Association, St. John's Clinic Culture Club, the Springfield Ballet Board of Directors, and the University of Missouri System's Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise Advisory Council.

Details about the process to fill Fulnecky’s vacant seat will be announced soon.

The text of Fulnecky's resignation statement is printed below:

Statement from Kristi Fulnecky, Thursday, September 20, 2018 

I have been blessed to have served the City of Springfield for 3 1/2 years. My family recently found a beautiful house in Nixa Missouri and plan to move in a few days. We still own a house in the city limits of Springfield. 

Although the city charter doesn’t define the term “residence” as a “principal place of residence,” I feel it’s only fair to be honest and not try to debate the residency requirement. I really feel like I have been a voice for the people and have given others hope that they are listened to and can make a difference. I’ve always also felt it was important to challenge the status quo, ask questions, not waste taxpayer money, and make an independent decision based upon the facts. Therefore, because my principal place of residence will be Nixa Missouri in a few days, I resign my general city council seat effective today September 20, 2018.”

Republic, Aurora residents injured in two-vehicle collision

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision 4 p.m. Wednesday on Route PP north of Farm Road 156, 15 miles west of Springfield.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1999 Ford F150 driven by Richard L. Maddocks, 46, Aurora, and a 1993 Ford Escort driven by William B. Henson, 63, Republic, sideswiped while traveling south before the Maddocks vehicle ran off the roadway, overturned and struck a utility pole.

Maddocks and Henson were treated for moderate injuries at Cox South Hospital, Springfield.

Agenda posted for Springfield City Council meeting

Upcoming Springfield City Council Meeting Agenda
September 24, 2018  6:30 p.m.

1.

ROLL CALL.

2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES. September 10, 2018 City Council Meeting And September 18, 2018 Special City Council Meeting.

3.

FINALIZATION AND APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDAS. CITIZENS WISHING TO SPEAK TO OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDAS MUST DO SO AT THIS TIME.

4.

CEREMONIAL MATTERS.

5.

CITY MANAGER REPORT AND RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RAISED AT THE PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.

6.

SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE. Citizens Have Spoken. May Be Voted On. Item No. 7 Was Tabled At The August 27, 2018 City Council Meeting.

7.

Council Bill 2018-196. (Simpson) Tabled At The August 27, 2018 City Council Meeting.

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning approximately 8 acres of property, generally located at 2700 East Battlefield Road, from R-SF, Single-Family Residential District, to GR, General Retail District; and establishing Conditional Overlay District No. 151. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission both recommend approval.) (By: Briarcliffe Investments, LLC and John Gentry; 2700 East Battlefield Road; Z-15-2018 w/COD #151.)

Documents:

1. 2018-196.PDF

8.

Council Bill 2018-220. (Ollis)

A special ordinance approving City Utilities’ Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Operating Budget for its Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2019.

Documents:

1. 2018-220.PDF

9.

Council Bill 2018-221. (Schilling)

A general ordinance amending Section 1-9 of the Springfield City Code, ‘City Limits,’ by annexing approximately nine acres of property into the City of Springfield, Missouri, generally located at 3200 South West Bypass; referenced as Annexation A-2-18; and amending the Springfield City Code, Chapter 46, Section 46-1, ‘Boundaries of wards, precincts and council zones,’ by adding this property to the ward and precinct assigned them by the County Clerk.  (By: Donald Williams; 3200 block S. West Bypass (west side); Annexation A-2-18.)

Documents:

1. 2018-221.PDF

10.

Council Bill 2018-222. (Schilling)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning approximately nine acres of property, generally located at the 3200 Block of South West Bypass, from County R-1, Suburban Residence District, and County M-1, Light Manufacturing District, to HC, Highway Commercial District; and establishing Conditional Overlay District No. 154. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission both recommend approval.) (By: Donald Williams; 3200 block S. West Bypass (west side); Z-19-2018 w/Conditional Overlay District No. 154.)

Documents:

1. 2018-222.PDF

11.

Council Bill 2018-223. (Schilling)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning approximately 0.36 acres of property, generally located at 513 West Cherokee Street, from a R-HD, High Density Multi-Family Residential District to a GR, General Retail District. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval.) (By: Bass Pro Shops, LLC; 513 West Cherokee Street; Z-16-2018.)

Documents:

1. 2018-223.PDF

12.

Council Bill 2018-224. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance authorizing the issuance of Conditional Use Permit No. 436 to allow a transitional service shelter in a R-MD, Medium-Density Multifamily Residential District, generally located at 424 East Norton Road. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission both recommend approval.)

Documents:

1. 2018-224.PDF

13.

Council Bill 2018-225. (Ollis)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to accept a donation of 80 Morphotrak Rapid ID field units, valued at $106,000.00, from the Missouri Police Chiefs Charitable Foundation.

Documents:

1. 2018-225.PDF

14.

Council Bill 2018-226. (Prater)

A special ordinance approving the plans and specifications for Gelven Withers Stormwater Improvements, generally referred to as Plan No. 2016PW0058WTE; accepting the bid of D & E Plumbing and Heating, Inc., in the amount of $749,956.50, for the project; and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with such bidder.

Documents:

1. 2018-226.PDF

15.

Council Bill 2018-229. (Fulnecky)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the United States Department of Justice to form and participate in a local Drug Enforcement Administration task force; and amending the budget for the Springfield Police Department for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the amount of $18,343.75.

Documents:

1. 2018-229.PDF

16.

RESOLUTIONS. Citizens May Speak. May Be Voted On.

17.

Council Bill 2018-230. (Simpson)

A resolution granting a new liquor license to sell liquor by the drink at retail, including Sunday sales, to Good Spirits Euro Beer Bar, LLC, d/b/a Best of Luck Beer Hall for their location at 313 B South Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, Missouri, such license to include a patio measuring 12 feet by 25 feet located on the south side of the building.

Documents:

1. 2018-230.PDF

18.

Council Bill 2018-231. (Prater)

A resolution determining the official intent of the City of Springfield, Missouri to provide certain public improvements and incentives related to the IDEA Commons project being developed by Missouri State University and The Vecino Group, including stormwater and streetscape improvements, tax increment financing, and the issuance of industrial development revenue bonds. (Staff recommends approval.)

Documents:

1. 2018-231.PDF

19.

EMERGENCY BILLS. Citizens May Speak. Be Voted On.

20.

Council Bill 2018-232. (Fisk)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an inter-governmental agreement with Greene County, Harmony House, The Victim Center, and Legal Services of Southern Missouri for the purpose of implementing a Family Justice Center and declaring an emergency pursuant to City Charter 2.12.

Documents:

1. 2018-232.PDF

21.

PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.

22.

GRANTS.

23.

AMENDED BILLS.

24.

COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING.

25.

FIRST READING BILLS. Citizens May Speak. Not Anticipated To Be Voted On.

26.

Council Bill 2018-233. (Hosmer)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a Contract of Obligation with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources whereby the City agrees to financially secure the future closure and post-closure care of all currently active and previously completed portions of the City’s Sanitary Landfill.

Documents:

1. 2018-233.PDF

27.

Council Bill 2018-234. (Fulnecky)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to accept $264,551 in additional HOME Investment Partnership Program grant funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; adopting an amendment to the Comprehensive Housing Assistance Program for the use of such funds; and amending the budget for the Planning Department for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the amount of $264,551. (Staff recommends approval.)

Documents:

1. 2018-234.PDF

28.

Council Bill 2018-235. (Fisk)

A general ordinance amending Chapter 2, Section 2‑92 of the Springfield City Code, known as the Salary Ordinance, relating to the salary rate and pay grade for job titles primarily within Building Development Services, as contained in the Professional, Administrative and Technical Salary Schedule, by adding three new job titles, and by deleting one job title.

Documents:

1. 2018-235.PDF

29.

PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.

30.

NEW BUSINESS.

As per RSMo. 109.230 (4), City records that are on file in the City Clerk’s office and have met the retention schedule will be destroyed in compliance with the guidelines established by the Secretary of State’s office.

31.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS.

32.

MISCELLANEOUS.

33.

CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS. See Item #3.

34.

Council Bill 2018-236. (Schilling)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an Encroachment License Agreement with Wolf Residential, LLC, to construct and maintain balconies that will extend over the public right of way at 328 South Avenue.

Documents:

1. 2018-236.PDF

35.

Council Bill 2018-237. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance approving the transfer of real property generally located at 1522 North Irving Avenue to Springfield Community Land Trust at no cost; and authorizing the issuance of a deed for the same.

Documents:

1. 2018-237.PDF

36.

Council Bill 2018-238. (Simpson)

A special ordinance approving the transfer of real property generally located at 1211 North Fulbright Avenue to the Affordable Housing Action Board at no cost; and authorizing the issuance of a deed for the same.

Documents:

1. 2018-238.PDF

37.

CONSENT AGENDA – ONE READING BILLS.

38.

CONSENT AGENDA – SECOND READING BILLS. See Item #3.

39.

Council Bill 2018-227. (Prater)

A special ordinance repealing Special Ordinance 27036; enacting a new ordinance, in lieu thereof, to approve the sale of real property generally located at 2230 North East Avenue to Reed Enterprises, LLC, for $5,000.00; authorizing the issuance of a deed for same; and approving a budget adjustment to amend the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 budget.

Documents:

1. 2018-227.PDF

40.

Council Bill 2018-228. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an Encroachment License Agreement with Greek Belly, LLC, and Sister Properties, LLC, to construct and maintain a sign that will extend over the public right of way at 320 East Walnut Street.

Documents:

1. 2018-228.PDF

41.

BOARD CONFIRMATIONS.

Confirm the following appointment to the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development: Johnathan Saunders with term to expire May 1, 2021.

Confirm the following reappointment to the Citizen’s Tax Oversight Committee: Bonnie Jenkins with term to expire May 1, 2021.

Confirm the following appointment to the Public Building Corporation: Austin Simpson with term to expire September 1, 2020.

Confirm the following appointment to the Springfield/Greene County Environmental Advisory Board: Barbara Garcia with term to expire October 1, 2021.

Confirm the following reappointments to the Springfield/Greene County Environmental Advisory Board: Robert “Melvin” Johnson and Deborah Good with terms to expire October 1, 2021.

42.

END OF CONSENT AGENDA.

43.

ADJOURN.