Portion of North LeCompte Road to remain closed through March 10

(From the City of Springfield)

UPDATE: North LeCompte Road will remain closed between Division Street and the Springfield Underground southeast entrance driveway through 6 p.m., Sunday, March 10, to continue roadway maintenance work. Access to this Springfield Underground entrance will be maintained from the north.

This closure is weather permitting.

Springfield Police continue investigation into officer-involved shooting, officer identified

(From the Springfield Police Department)

Springfield Police continue to investigate the officer-involved shooting that occurred on Feb. 25, 2019, at 2752 S. Meadowbrook Apt. E208. Officers responded at approximately 7:30 p.m. on that date after a 911 caller heard a female yelling for help.

When officers arrived they heard a female screaming for help inside apartment E208. The Officers forced open the door and observed 38-year-old Bryan A. Ryder inside.

Officers gave Ryder verbal commands but he refused to comply. Ryder then moved toward the officers brandishing a knife. One officer fired his duty weapon striking the suspect. The officers then secured the suspect and rendered aid. Officers and paramedics conducted lifesaving procedures, but Ryder died at the scene.

A female was also found inside the apartment who had injuries believed to have been inflicted by the suspect. The female subject was transported to a local hospital and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. No officers were injured in this incident.

The Springfield Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division and Internal Affairs Unit are both conducting investigations into the incident, The involved officer, Corporal Clinton Collier, a 12-year veteran of SPD, has been placed on administrative leave with pay while the investigations are conducted.

Detectives continue to investigate the officer-involved shooting and ask anyone who has information about this incident to contact the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810 or make an anonymous call to Crime Stoppers at 417-869-TIPS (8477).

School closings for Thursday, February 28

The following school district have called off classes today due to weather conditions. The list will be updated as more closings are announced:

Aurora
Ash Grove
Avilla
Baxter Springs
Billings
Carl Junction
Carthage
College Heights Christian School
Crowder College
Dadeville
Diamond
East Newton
Everton
Galena
Golden City
Greenfield
Immanuel Lutheran-Lockwood
Joplin






Lamar
Liberal
Lockwood
Marionville
Martin LutherSchool-Joplin
Marshfield
McDonald County
Miller
Missouri Southern State University
Mount Vernon
Neosho
Ozark Christian College
Pierce City
Republic
St. Ann's School-Carthage







Sarcoxie
Seneca
Springfield
Springfield Christian Schools
Stockton
Strafford
Taneyville
Verona
Webb City
Westview
Willard

Winter weather advisory still in effect for Springfield/Branson area

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Springfield MO
549 AM CST Thu Feb 28 2019

...Freezing Drizzle into Thursday Morning...

.Freezing drizzle will continue to impact much of the Missouri
Ozarks and portions of southeastern Kansas this morning. Total
ice accumulations from a thin glaze to around fifteen hundredths
of an inch are expected. A wintry mix may be possible mainly
north of Highway 54 but most precipitation will fall as freezing
drizzle or very light freezing rain.

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Including the cities of Aurora Springs, Eldon, Lake Ozark, Vichy,
Osage Beach, Camdenton, Decaturville, Roach,
Village of Four Seasons, Fort Leonard Wood, Laquey, Waynesville,
Northwye, Rolla, Bolivar, Buffalo, Charity, Foose, March, Plad,
Windyville, Olive, Lynchburg, Lebanon, Plato, Roby, Bendavis,
Huggins, Lake Spring, Bangert, Darien, Gladden, Howes, Jadwin,
Salem, Springfield, Marshfield, Northview, Seymour, Rogersville,
Dawson, Graff, Mountain Grove, Duncan, Mansfield, Aurora,
Mount Vernon, Marionville, Nixa, Christian Center, Ozark,
Selmore, Vanzant, Ava, Goodhope, Rome, Squires, Dogwood, Pomona,
Pottersville, Siloam Springs, South Fork, West Plains,
White Church, Teresita, Winona, Birch Tree, Montier, Anderson,
Noel, Goodman, South West City, Pineville, Rocky Comfort, Monett,
Madry, Cassville, Kimberling City, Crane, Elsey, Indian Point,
Silver Dollar City, Branson, Hollister, Kirbyville,
Edgewater Beach, Forsyth, Ozark Beach, Powersite, Wasola, Thayer,
Alton, Couch, Greer, Thomasville, and Wilderness
549 AM CST Thu Feb 28 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Freezing drizzle expected. Total additional ice
  accumulations of a thin glaze up to ten hundredths of an inch
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central and
  southwest Missouri.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The hazardous conditions could impact the
  morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of freezing rain
will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads. Slow down
and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Springfield officer shoots, kills knife-wielding assailant

(From the Springfield Police Department)

On Feb. 25, 2019, Springfield police officers were dispatched to the 2752 S. Meadowbrook Apt. E208, at approximately 7:30 p.m., after a 911 caller heard a female yelling for help.

When Officers arrived they heard a female screaming for help inside apartment E208. The Officers forced open the door and observed a male subject inside.

Officers gave the male subject verbal commands but he refused to comply. The male subject then moved towards the officers brandishing a knife. 

One officer fired his duty weapon striking the suspect. The officers then secured the suspect and rendered aid. Officers and paramedics conducted lifesaving procedures, but the suspect died at the scene.

A female was also found inside the apartment who had injuries believed to have been inflicted by the suspect. The female subject was transported to a local hospital and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. No officers were injured in this incident.

The deceased suspect has been identified as Bryan A. Ryder, a 38-year-old male from Springfield. Next-of-kin notifications have been made for the suspect.

Detectives continue to investigate the officer-involved shooting and ask anyone who has information about this incident to contact the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810 or make an anonymous call to Crime Stoppers at 417-869-TIPS (8477).

Bolivar, Lockwood students among those honored for community service

(From the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education)

Two Missouri students were named Missouri’s top youth volunteers for 2019 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring students for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Shae Smith (Bolivar) and Chloe Christensen (Lake Lotawana) will travel to Washington, D.C., in early May for the program’s national recognition events.

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards are now in their 24th year, conducted in conjunction with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). Since their inception, the awards have gone to more than 125,000 young volunteers at the local, state and national level.

“We are proud of Shae and Chloe for their contributions to their communities,” said Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education Margie Vandeven. “They are inspiring young women and will represent Missouri well at the national level.”

Shae, a freshman at Bolivar High School (Bolivar R-I School District), created a campaign called “Catching the Curve” to raise awareness of scoliosis, a condition with which she was diagnosed at age 11. Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine that, if left untreated, can cause health complications including heart and lung problems. Shae created a website in 2017 to increase awareness of the importance of early screening as well as diagnosis and treatment. She has raised $30,000 to help with medical expenses for scoliosis patients at Shriner’s and Children’s Miracle Network hospitals.

Chloe, an eighth-grader at Bernard C. Campbell Middle School (Lee’s Summit R-VII School District), has collected and donated more than 35,000 pairs of shoes to Soles4Souls, a nonprofit that sends shoes around the world to children and adults who cannot afford footwear. In 2012, Chloe chose to receive shoes for her birthday so that she could donate them to people in need. She collected 86 pairs the first year. Through her work with her soccer team, her family and community, Chloe now stores collected shoes in a warehouse until it is full, then she and her friends load a truck for Soles4Souls. Chloe says she is happy to have inspired many of her friends to get involved in community service.

Six additional Missouri students were recognized as Distinguished Finalists:
Kathryn Flemming, Creve Coeur, senior, MICDS-Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School
Brenna Heavin, Rolla, junior, Rolla High School (Rolla 31 School District)
Flynn Kehm, Fenton, sophomore, Rockwood Summit High School (Rockwood R-VI School District)
Abilene Lortz, St. James, freshman, John F. Hodge High School (St. James R-I School District)
Madelyn Muncy, Lockwood, senior, Lockwood High School (Lockwood R-I School District)
Lauren Vanlandingham, Ladue, senior, Ladue Horton Watkins High School (Ladue School District)

Both Smith and Christensen earned a $1,000 award and an engraved silver medallion. During the events in Washington, they will join the top two honorees from all other states and the District of Columbia. Ten national honorees will be selected from among the state winners to earn an additional $5,000 in awards and $5,000 in grants from The Prudential Foundation for charitable organizations of their choice.

Northbound lane of National Avenue between Elm and Walnut streets closed through Thursday

(From the City of Springfield)

The outside northbound lane of National Avenue between Elm Street and Walnut Street will close beginning 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27 and Thursday, Feb. 28 for the repair of a retaining wall.

Also in conjunction with this work, the sidewalk along the east side of National Avenue will be closed for one week between Elm Street and Walnut Street beginning Feb. 27.

Springfield Public Schools hires three principals

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Springfield Public Schools is pleased to announce the following leadership appointments effective for the 2019-2020 school year.

Glendale High School

As SPS prepares for the upcoming retirement of Dr. Natalie Cauldwell, the district is pleased to name Mr. Josh Groves as the next principal of Glendale High School. Mr. Groves is the current principal of Pleasant View K-8 School, having served in that leadership role since 2016.

Prior to being named Pleasant View principal, Mr. Groves served as assistant principal for three years at Pershing K-8 and two years at Cherokee Middle School. He has also led summer school as a building principal at both Pershing Middle School and Central High School.

Mr. Groves began his SPS career in 2004 as a math teacher and coach at Hillcrest High School, where he served for seven years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Math Education from Evangel University and a Master of Education Administration from Southwest Baptist University, where he is working on his Doctorate in Educational Leadership.


"My passion is to help create a community of learners where every student can reach his or her potential and every stakeholder is valued," said Mr. Groves. "I take a genuine interest in the lives of others and in creating the connections that act as a catalyst in the learning process. I care deeply about teachers and their impact on the lives of students."

Reed Academy

With the pending retirement of Dr. Debbie Grega, SPS is pleased to name Mrs. Sara Strohm (top photo) as the next leader of Reed Academy. Mrs. Strohm is the current assistant principal of Westport Middle School, where she has served for two years.

Prior to joining SPS, Mrs. Strohm's career in education included experience as a teacher and coach in the Bolivar R-1 and Seymour R-II school districts, as well as at Springfield Catholic High School.

Mrs. Strohm holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Missouri State University, as well as a Master of Education Administration and an Educational Specialist degree from William Woods University.

"I look forward to serving the students, staff and stakeholders of Reed Academy with passion and dedication," said Mrs. Strohm. "I will strive to develop and foster meaningful relationships with all students, staff and community members to serve all parties and maintain a school with a positive climate and camaraderie."

Twain Elementary

Ms. Jennifer Webb, the current principal of Williams Elementary, will become principal of Twain Elementary on July 1. Ms. Webb began her career with SPS as a teacher at Bowerman Elementary in 2000, continuing in the classroom at Pleasant View before serving as an at-risk/academic recovery teacher at Pershing.

Ms. Webb was named principal of Williams Elementary in 2007. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Drury University, a Master of Education from Evangel University, and an Educational Specialist degree from William Woods University.

"Twain Elementary has a reputation of holding high expectations and standards for all student and adult learners," said Ms. Webb. "I am excited and honored to join the Twain family to continue this standard of excellence and look forward to working alongside the students, families and staff."

Central High School wins sweepstakes at Math League competition

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Central High School won Sweepstakes at the Ozark OTC Campus for the MathLeague qualifying competition with a score of 235 – it is unusual to get over 200 points. There were 15 schools with 207 students participating. The state competition will be held on April 13 on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus.

The competition’s Overall Individual Winners out of all 207 students:

1st - Sam Garvin (9th grade) and 3rd - Dylan Fowler (11th grade)

“I have an amazing group of math kids who love to challenge themselves. I love giving them the opportunity to excel,” said Sue Hadden, head of the math department at CHS and math team coach.

State Qualifiers:

9th grade: Colin Clark, Harrison Davison, Sam Garvin, Tanner Wilson

10th grade: Max Depperschmidt, Ethan Lai

11th grade: Dylan Fowler, Jacob Sharp, Colin Stenger, Ryan Xu, Alex Zhu

12th grade: Andrew Eisenhour, Jason Hamby, Will Hutson, Malia Morgan, Naseem Saquer, Grant Teters

Individual Events:
Sprint Round: 30 questions, 1 hour, no calculator

9th grade: 1st - Sam Garvin, 2nd - Harrison Davison, 4th - Tanner Wilson

10th grade: 2nd - Ethan Lai

11th grade: 2nd - Dylan Fowler, 3rd - Jacob Sharp, 4th - Colin Stenger

12th grade: 2nd - Naseem Saquer, 3rd - Maila Morgan, 5th - Andrew Eisenhour

Target Round: 8 questions, 10 points each

9th grade: 1st - Sam Garvin, 3rd - Tanner Wilson

10th grade: 2nd - Ethan Lai

11th grade: 1st - Dylan Fowler, 2nd - Alex Zhu, 3rd - Ryan Xu

12th grade: 2nd - Naseem Saquer, 3rd - Jason Hamby, 4th - Malia Morgan

Relay event: 3 person teams answering 3 questions each which feed the next question - must get all 3 correct to get correct at the end.

1st: CHS team of Sam Garvin, Andrew Eisenhour and Naseem Saquer

3rd: CHS team of Colin Stenger, Dylan Fowler, Jacob Sharp

Team Event: 20 minutes to answer 10 questions, 6 students on a team

1st: CHS team of Colin Stenger, Dylan Fowler, Jacob Sharp, Alex Zhu, Ryan Xu

Video- Complete Springfield City Council meeting

Stop the domestic violance conference to be held Thursday at Missouri State

(From the City of Springfield)

The sixth annual Stop the Violence Conference is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 28th at Missouri State University’s Plaster Student Union from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The conference, hosted by the Springfield area’s Family Violence Task Force, aims to educate the public and increase awareness surrounding the issue of domestic violence. For the first year, the conference has reached capacity for registration, with 520 people expected to attend.

“Domestic violence is not a police problem, a prosecutor problem or a court problem,” said Greene County Prosecuting Attorney Dan Patterson. “It’s a community problem, and the only way to defeat it is for the entire community to come together.”

The conference will include two keynote speakers, Jackson Katz, Ph.D. and Chan Hellman, Ph.D., a community resource panel and six breakout sessions.

Dr. Katz is internationally renowned for activism on issues of gender, race and violence. Much of his work is focused on how men can promote gender equality and prevent gender violence. Dr. Hellman is a Professor in the Anne & Henry Zarrow School of Social Work and Founding Director of the Center of Applied Research for Nonprofit Organizations. Chan’s current research focuses on how nonprofit organizations impact client hope and how hope is associated with positive goal attainment and well-being among those experiencing adversity and stress.

This year’s conference comes on the heels of the opening of the brand-new Greene County Family Justice Center, which launched in October 2018.

“The Family Justice Center model benefits survivors by providing them with a more streamlined process,” said Patterson “They will be assisted by law enforcement, prosecutors, legal services and victim advocates all in one location. We are excited to finally be bringing this dream to fruition. We are certain this model will bring relief to victims of domestic violence and positively affect public safety in our community.”

During the conference, a Family Justice Center update will be provided during a breakout session by Jamie Willis, Family Justice Center Project Coordinator.






In an effort to provide this full day of training at no cost to anyone in the region, Verizon Wireless has awarded a $15,000 HopeLine grant to the Family Violence Task Force, which is part of Community Partnership of the Ozarks' Violence Free Families coalition. Also sponsoring this conference is the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Missouri State University.

Verizon Wireless’ HopeLine program supports domestic violence prevention and awareness programs across the country by collecting no longer used wireless phones, batteries and accessories from any wireless carrier. Devices and electronics are recycled in an environmentally sound way. Any funds collected are given back in the form of grants to shelters and non-profit organizations that focus on ending domestic violence through prevention and awareness.

For more information about the Stop the Violence conference, visit the link below. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, call The Victim Center’s 24-Hour Crisis Response Line at 417-864-SAFE (7233). If outside the Springfield area, call 1-800-821-6863

Find out more information

Parkview High School students watch Missouri Southern District Court of Appeals in action

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Parkview High School students had a unique opportunity to view the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District, in action. The school is the first Springfield high school to be selected to host an actual court session at school. As an educational opportunity, the Missouri Court of Appeals has hosted similar sessions at the university level but never at a high school in Springfield.

On Wednesday, Feb. 20, about 150 PHS students observed an appeals session regarding a personal injury case. A panel of three appellate court judges heard arguments by attorneys representing the plaintiff and defendant. The case involved a University of Missouri veterinary student who was injured while vaccinating cattle for a farm owner.

PHS teacher Grant Partee said this experience enabled students to see what they learn in action. “This is an opportunity to see the judicial branch at work. We study all three branches (of government) but to see it will be eye opening for them and make what we discuss in the classroom real.”

When the session adjourned, students were able to talk to the lawyers involved in the case and ask questions about what they observed. Several students mentioned the experience inspired them to consider law as a potential future career.

Springfield schools registering students for kindergarten

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Children who will be turning five years old before August 1 can complete the online enrollment application now to start kindergarten in the fall. Applications can be completed until the first day of the upcoming school year, which is Tuesday, Aug. 13.

Parents and guardians should follow the steps below to enroll their child with Springfield Public Schools.

Schedule kindergarten immunizations. Contact your primary physician or the Springfield-Greene County Health Department to schedule immunizations. For information about scheduling immunizations if you don’t have insurance or have Medicaid, call 874-1220 for the West Side Public Center.

Gather supporting documents. Needed documents include proof of residence, birth certificate, Social Security card, and immunizations record.

Schedule a kindergarten screening. Contact the Office of School Readiness at Shady Dell Early Childhood Center, located at 2757 E. Division St. by calling 523-1333.

Register for kindergarten. To submit an enrollment application online, click here. After completing the online enrollment application, you musttake all supporting documents to your designated school on the date listed below. If you are unable to complete the application online, you can register your child at the school on the date listed below.

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Springfield

Christian County

John Kevin Flohr and Kathleen Kim Flohr
Dale Alan Hall and Catherine Marie Hall
Rachel Winson Reaves
Wacha Farms, LLC
Timothy Darden Curl and Shelly Patrice Curl
Dustin L. Hayman

Dade County

Joshua Jackson Vaughn and Rachelle M. Vaughn

Dallas County

James Dean Hahn






Greene County

Timothy Dewayne Oliver
Donald J. Ready
Kimberly Jeanne Heflin
Carrie Gene Hunter
Austin Ray Allen Carcione
Jimmie Lee Lowery and Linda Lee Lowery
Stori N. Hagewood
Christine Lynn Boaz
Elija Joshua Smith II
Steven Travis Worley and Cristina Camelia Worley
Ryan David Gray
Robin Renea Gold

Howell County

Joseph D. Spencer and Sabrina L. Spencer
Elaine Johns
Pamela Lynn Eskandar

Stone County

Danny Joe Poindexter and Debbie Ruth Poindexter






Texas County

Wilbur Dean Turner and Debra Annette Turner

Wright County

Ulas V. Volner

Springfield woman seriously injured, Kissee Mills woman injured in crash on Chestnut

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle crash 8:30 p.m. Thursday on Chestnut Street, one and a half miles west of Springfield.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2001 Lexus IS300 driven by Candice S. Highfill, 47, Springfield, crossed the center line and struck a 2004 Toyota Camry driven by Marion Iaguessa, 65, Kissee Mills.






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

Iaguessa was treated for moderate injuries at Cox South Hospital, Springfield.

Signs designed to educate public on role capital improvement sales tax plays for Springfield

(From the City of Springfield)

Citizens are starting to notice a familiar sign that the City’s ¼-cent capital improvement sales tax is up for renewal. Signs reading “Completed as Promised,” “Coming Soon” and “Proposed” are educating the public about the role the tax plays in funding road, bridge, stormwater and sidewalk improvement projects city-wide.

On April 2, Springfield voters will be asked to decide whether or not to renew the 30-year-old tax. The ballot proposal is a continuation with no additional cost to taxpayers.

In place since 1989, this tax has generated nearly $250 million to help maintain and improve Springfield’s transportation and stormwater infrastructure systems. When possible, funding is leveraged with other partners, including county, state, federal governments and developers.

Recent projects include the widening of Republic Road and intersection improvements throughout the city. Proposed projects include additional sidewalks, roadway improvements and intersection upgrades. For a complete list, visit Springfieldmo.gov/election.

In October 2019, Springfield City Council evaluated the possibility of a longer-term cycle option for the ¼-cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax. They indicated support for maintaining a sunset of the tax, but extending it to 20 years.

“A longer term would change the way the city is able to use these funds,” explains Smith. “The City currently splits up project phases – design and construction. We do this because, especially with larger and more complicated projects, we can’t fully commit to completing all phases of a project during the current three-year cycle.”

To maintain accountability, Public input and project prioritization processes will continue to be conducted on a regular basis to collect feedback to be used in the selection of future projects and programs over the 20-year term.

The City’s continuous long-term Capital Improvement Project planning and Citizen Tax Oversight Committee processes will also continue to guide accountability.

For more information, visit springfieldmo.gov/election.

Barry County Sheriff searching for missing woman

(From the Barry County Sheriff's Office)

Missing Persons Assistance

The Barry County Sheriff's Office is asking if you know the whereabouts of Angelia Burns. 

Angeleia has been entered as a missing person and was last seen walking from her home in Eagle Rock MO in the Emo’s subdivision. 

If you have any information about the location of Angelia please contact the Barry County Sheriff's Office. Angelia was last seen on 02/10/2019.

Springfield Public Schools offering tours of buildings affected by proposed bond issue

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Before voting on Proposition S, community members will have multiple opportunities to tour schools that need improvements, which would be funded if the proposed bond issue is approved April 2. The tours will be led by members of the Community Task Force on Facilities, which studied the condition of SPS schools and recommended that the school district seek funding for 39 high-priority projects.

Informational presentations are also scheduled during these events, which will provide participants more information about the proposed 18-cent increase to the debt-service levy to fund the school improvements. Projects include creating safer entrances at 31 schools, renovating or reconstructing 6 schools and adding classroom space to expand preschool. All projects are projected to be completed by 2022.

The school improvements would cost less than 10 cents a day in additional property taxes for a home with a market value of $100,000. Property taxes are the primary funding source public schools can use to pay for major capital improvements. 

 

Community members are invited to attend the following tours:

Jarrett Middle School
Tuesday, February 26
6:30 p.m. - Tour
7 p.m. - Presentation

Boyd Elementary School
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 p.m. - Tour
6 p.m. - Presentation

Hillcrest High School
Wednesday, March 6
6 p.m. - Tour
6:30 p.m. - Presentation


Williams Elementary School
Thursday, March 7
5 p.m. - Presentation
5:30 p.m. - Tour

Sunshine Elementary School
Thursday, March 7
6 p.m. - Tour
6:30 p.m. - Presentation

Delaware Elementary School
Monday, March 18
5:30 p.m. - Tour
6 p.m. - Presentation

Portion of Main Avenue in Springfield to close next week

(From the City of Springfield)

Main Avenue will close for approximately one week between Olive Street and Mill Street beginning 8:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25, as AT&T crews begin utility relocation work in preparation for the upcoming Main Avenue Bridge Replacement project.

Access to local businesses will be maintained throughout the closure.

About the Main Avenue Bridge Replacement Project

The Main Avenue Bridge Replacement Project involves the replacement of the Main Avenue Bridge with two vehicular lanes, a two-way bicycle track and ADA accessible sidewalks. The project will also include upgraded stormwater infrastructure and pedestrian lighting. Construction of the bridge is anticipated in late 2019 with a summer 2020 completion date.

The project is funded through the voter-approved 1/8-cent Transportation Sales Tax.

Ozark man killed in accident on 13 near Nixa

An Ozark man was killed in a one-vehicle crash 1:30 a.m. today on MO 13, just south of Nixa.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1995 Ford Ranger driven by John W. Arnold, 41, Ozark, left the roadway and struck an embankment.






Christian County Coroner Mandy Armitage pronounced Arnold dead at 3:30 a.m.

The fatality was the fifth this month and 11th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Agenda posted for Springfield City Council meeting

Upcoming Springfield City Council Meeting Agenda
February 25, 2019  6:30 p.m.

Speakers must sign up with the City Clerk to speak to an issue on the agenda. Speakers are to limit their remarks to three to five minutes.

Note: Sponsorship does not denote Council member approval or support.

1.

ROLL CALL.

2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES. February 11, 2019 City Council Meeting And February 19, 2019 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.

7.

Council Bill 2019-026. (Ollis)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning 2.27 acres of property, generally located at 3411 South Kansas Avenue, from R-LD, Low Density Multi-Family District, with Conditional Overlay District No. 145, to R-LD, Low Density Multi-Family District and establishing Conditional Overlay District No. 162; and adopting an updated Official Zoning Map. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval.) (By: Project Collective, LLC; 3411 South Kansas Avenue; Z-30-2018 w/COD #162.)

Documents:

1. 2019-026.PDF

8.

Council Bill 2019-027. (Hosmer)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning 6.99 acres of property, generally located at 1630 West Republic Street, from a R-SF, Single-family Residential District to GR, General Retail District and establishing Conditional Overlay District No. 165; and adopting an updated Official Zoning Map. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval.) (By: Southland Christian Church; 1630 West Republic Road; Z-3-2019 w/COD #165.)

Documents:

1. 2019-027.PDF

9.

Council Bill 2019-028. (Prater)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning 1.18 acres of property, generally located at 1403, 1405, 1409, 1411, 1415, 1423, 1425, and 1427 East Cherry Street and 527 South Pickwick Avenue, from a R-HD, High Density Multi-Family Residential District and LB, Limited Business District within UCD District No. 2, Areas E and F to Planned Development District No. 366; and adopting an updated Official Zoning Map. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval.) (By: Pickwick and Cherry, LLC; 1403, 1405, 1409, 1411, 1415, 1423,1425, & 1427 East Cherry Street and 527 South Pickwick Avenue; Planned Development 366.)

Documents:

1. 2019-028.PDF

10.

Council Bill 2019-029. (Schilling)

A general ordinance amending Section 1-9 of the Springfield City Code, ‘City Limits,’ by annexing 9.3 acres of private property and 0.3 acres of Greene County right-of-way into the City of Springfield, Missouri, generally located at 3851 West Farm Road148/University Street, and generally referenced as Annexation A-1-19; 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 by the County Clerk. (By: A&R Property Developers, LLC; 3851 W. Farm Road 148/University St.; Annexation A-1-19.)

Documents:

1. 2019-029.PDF

11.

Council Bill 2019-030. (Schilling)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 36-306, ‘Official zoning map and rules for interpretation,’ by rezoning 9.3 acres of property generally located at 3851 West Farm Road 148/University Street from County C-1, Neighborhood Commercial District, to R-MD, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential District and GR, General Retail District; and establishing Conditional Overlay District No. 166; and adopting an updated Official Zoning Map. (Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission both recommend approval.) (By: A&R Property Developers, LLC; 3851 W. Farm Road 148/University St.; Z-4-2019 w/COD #166.)

Documents:

1. 2019-030.PDF

12.

Council Bill 2019-031. (Simpson)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a Cost Sharing Agreement with Springfield Public Schools for the purpose of constructing a sewer main extension and driveway modifications; and amending the budget for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the total amount of $57,452.40.

Documents:

1. 2019-031.PDF

13.

Council Bill 2019-032. (Simpson)

A special ordinance approving the plans and specifications for the Primrose Street – South Avenue to Kimbrough Avenue Project, referenced as Plan No. 2013PW0042WT; accepting the bid of Hartman & Company, Inc., in the amount of $2,381,698.00, for the project; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with such bidder.

Documents:

1. 2019-032.PDF

14.

RESOLUTIONS. Citizens May Speak. May Be Voted On.

15.

Council Bill 2019-041. (Fisk)

A resolution to initiate amendments to the Springfield Land Development Code to address and allow for the implementation of Amendment 2 of the Missouri Constitution, ‘Medical Marijuana,’ in various districts. (Planning Staff recommends approval.)

Documents:

1. 2019-041.PDF

16.

EMERGENCY BILLS.

17.

PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.

18.

GRANTS. Citizens May Speak. May Be Voted On.

19.

Council Bill 2019-042. (Lear)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to accept a grant from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to support Public Health Opioid Crisis Response activities, federally funded by reimbursement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; and amending the budget of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the amount of $100,000.00.

Documents:

1. 2019-042.PDF

20.

AMENDED BILLS.

21.

COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING. Council Bill 2019-043 Was Advertised As A Legal Public Hearing; However, Will Be Read As A One-Reading Bill. Citizens May Speak. May Be Voted On.

22.

Council Bill 2019-043. (Lear) Was Advertised As A Legal Public Hearing; However, Will Be Read As A One-Reading Bill. Citizens May Speak. May Be Voted On.

A resolution adopting the 2019 Capital Improvements Program, which identifies a schedule of public improvements for 2020 through 2024. (Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.)

Documents:

1. 2019-043.PDF

23.

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

24.

Council Bill 2019-044. (Hosmer)

A general ordinance amending Chapter 2, Section 2-92 of the Springfield City Code, known as the ‘Salary Ordinance,’ relating to various job titles in the City of Springfield for the Springfield-Greene County 911 Emergency Communications Department, as contained in the Professional, Administrative and Technical (PAT) salary schedule, by approving six additional full-time equivalent Telecommunicator positions; and amending the Springfield-Greene County 911 Emergency Communications Department budget for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in order to adjust the number of authorized employee Telecommunicator positions and to accept and appropriate $88,534 in 911 County Sales Tax Revenue to fund the additional positions.

Documents:

1. 2019-044.PDF

25.

Council Bill 2019-045. (Prater)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield City Code, Chapter 54, ‘Fire Prevention and Protection,’ Article II, ‘Fire Prevention Code,’ Section 54-32, to make certain deletions, amendments and additions to Sections 108, 901, 320, 1008, 1010, 1013, 1031, and Appendix T of the International Fire Code; including a savings clause and a severability clause; and establishing an effective date.

Documents:

1. 2019-045.PDF

26.

Council Bill 2019-046. (Hosmer)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an agreement with Brycer, LLC, for the tracking and notification of fire protection system records and required testing in structures within the City.

Documents:

1. 2019-046.PDF

27.

Council Bill 2019-047. (Ollis)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a revised Intergovernmental Agreement with Community College District of Central Southwest Missouri, AKA Ozarks Technical Community College, for the purpose of providing cooperative training between the Fire Department and Ozarks Technical Community College.

Documents:

1. 2019-047.PDF

28.

Council Bill 2019-048. (Fisk)

A special ordinance amending the budget of the Airport for Fiscal Year 2018-2019, in the amount of $800,000.00, to appropriate fund balance reserves of the Customer Facility Charge Reserve Fund.

Documents:

1. 2019-048.PDF

29.

Council Bill 2019-049. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance approving the plans and specifications for the Division Street and Grant Avenue Intersection Project, generally referred to as Plan No. 2017PW0087; accepting the bid of Ewing Signal Construction, LLC, in the amount of $224,814.25, for the Project; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with such bidder.

Documents:

1. 2019-049.PDF

30.

Council Bill 2019-050. (Schilling)

A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract for the purchase of certain real estate generally located at 1051 West College Street, in the amount of $65,000.00.

Documents:

1. 2019-050.PDF

31.

Council Bill 2019-051. (Simpson)

A special ordinance approving solid waste disposal agreements with Allied Services, LLC, d/b/a Republic Services of the Ozarks, a Delaware limited liability company and Waste Corporation of Missouri, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the delivery of a certain tonnage of solid waste to the city landfill or payment of the equivalent tipping fee of the tonnage.

Documents:

1. 2019-051.PDF

32.

Council Bill 2019-052. (McClure)

A general ordinance amending the Springfield City Code, Chapter 10 – ‘Alcoholic Beverages,’ Section 10-62. – ‘Exception for general merchandise stores, restaurants, and exempt organizations,’ to increase the number and expand the area for certain permitted events; amending Chapter 78 – ‘Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions,’ Section 78-4. – ‘Possession, sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages in public place,’ to amend the title of Subsection (c); amending Chapter 106 – ‘Traffic and Vehicles,’ Section 106-50. – ‘Use of City right-of-way during Artsfest’; and including a provision to sunset this Ordinance on December 31, 2019.

Documents:

1. 2019-052.PDF

33.

PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.

34.

NEW BUSINESS.

35.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS.

36.

MISCELLANEOUS.

37.

CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS.

38.

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

39.

Council Bill 2019-053. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance to levy and assess a special tax against the lots, blocks, and parcels of ground hereinafter described and to establish rates to pay for the cost of the construction of sanitary sewers in Joint Sanitary Sewer District No. 78 of Section No. 18, in the general vicinity of Eldon Avenue and San Fernando Drive in Springfield and Greene County, Missouri; providing for inclusion of City properties in said district in the City Sewer Financial Assistance Program; authorizing the City Clerk to issue special tax bills and deliver the same to the Director of Finance to be registered in his office in accordance with this Ordinance; and declaring that this bill qualifies for approval in one reading.

Documents:

1. 2019-053.PDF

40.

Council Bill 2019-054. (Simpson)

A resolution confirming the appointments of Corey Wiemann, Bob Jakubeck and the reappointment of Robert Green to the Board of Directors of the James River Commons Community Improvement District. (Staff recommends approval.)

Documents:

1. 2019-054.PDF

41.

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

42.

Council Bill 2019-034. (Ferguson)

A special ordinance approving the conveyance of real property generally located at 2332 North Lyon Avenue to Janey Marie Young; and authorizing the Mayor to execute a Quit Claim Deed for said conveyance.

Documents:

1. 2019-034.PDF

43.

Council Bill 2019-035. (Schilling)

A special ordinance approving the Final Development Plan of Planned Development District No. 46, on 0.46 acres generally located at the 1400 Block of West Elfindale Street. (Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval.)

Documents:

1. 2019-035.PDF

44.

Council Bill 2019-036. (Schilling)

A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the dedication of public streets and easements to the City of Springfield, as shown on the Preliminary Plat of Opal Sunset Subdivision generally located at 3851 West Farm Road 148/University Street, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with all the terms of this Ordinance. (Staff recommends that City Council accept the public streets and easements.)

Documents:

1. 2019-036.PDF

45.

END OF CONSENT AGENDA.

46.

ADJOURN.