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The City of Springfield
| | Lincoln Library Bookmobile Launches | | Lincoln Library is proud to announce the launch of its long-awaited Bookmobile, a fully accessible mobile branch designed to bring library services directly to the community. The Bookmobile offers a scaled-down version of the library’s collection, along with digital resources, internet access, and programs, and will travel to all 10 wards in Springfield. By making scheduled stops at various community locations, the Bookmobile expands access to lifelong learning and ensures that library resources are available to all residents. | | | | Springfield Community Connections- Ward 7 | | |
Little Black Dress Gala Draws Big Crowd
Supporting Women's Empowerment & Healing
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Over 500 guests attended the Little Black Dress gala
on August 22nd at the Crowne Plaza.
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Event Emcee Tiffany Mathis-Posey
and WIBL Executive Director Margaret Ann Jessup
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SPD Communications Liaison Nikki Monari, City Director of Communications Amanda Brown, CWLP Director of Customer & Media Relations Amber Sabin and Mayor Misty Buscher
Wooden It Be Lovely's Little Black Dress gala was a fantastic event put on by a fantastic local organization. I attended in support of their mission of empowering women healing from lives of poverty, addiction, and trauma.
This is a local organization that is doing GREAT work with its mission to provide women with meaningful employment, job training, supportive relationships, and even housing opportunities.
Over 500 guests attended the event and were addressed by WIBL Executive Director Margaret Ann Jessup and two women telling their heart-warming stories of how the organization helped change their lives.
Wooden It Be Lovely provides women healing from lives of poverty or whom are in recovery with a unique and empowering job. The women refurbish donated wood furniture, create unique products, and make candles. They sell their products to the public. The work environment is supportive and empowering.
WIBL operates its "Be Lovely Boutique" at 801 S. Grand Avenue. Through refurbishing donated furniture, sewing unique products, and making candles, the women of WIBL gain not only job skills but also dignity, hope, and a sense of community. Side by side with volunteers, they share in work that restores both furniture and lives.
Beyond the boutique, there are many ways to get involved to support Wooden It Be Lovely. You can donate furniture, donate time by volunteering, attend events and more.
Mayor Misty Buscher
Wooden It Be Lovely was founded in 2016 by Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church and became an independent nonprofit in 2021.
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Springfield Senior Citizens Can Qualify
For Electric Rate Discount From CWLP
Did you know that CWLP offers a Senior Citizen Discount? This program, designed for eligible seniors based on income, provides a 10% reduction on standard electric rates. Seniors can enjoy financial relief while keeping their homes powered and comfortable.
Eligibility Requirements for Senior Citizens:
- Must be 62 years or older
- Must have the service account in their name
- Must have a total household income above 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
(In 2025, the maximum qualifying income is $46,950 for a single-person household and $63,450 for a multi-person household.)
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Springfield Underpasses Win America’s
Transportation Awards for Illinois
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The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has received top honors in America’s Transportation Awards for two Springfield projects that are improving safety and quality of life. The Jefferson and Madison Street underpasses, the latest completed portion of the Springfield Rail Improvements Project, earned recognition in the “Safety – Medium Project” category.
Managed by the City of Springfield with IDOT oversight and major state investment, the project lowered both streets to separate vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians from railroad tracks. The underpasses have improved traffic reliability, reduced noise and emissions, and enhanced emergency response.
IDOT also won in the “Operations Excellence – Small Project” category for its extensive planning and management of traffic during last year’s total solar eclipse. Months of preparation and coordination with partner agencies ensured that the influx of travelers was handled smoothly, with no major incidents.
“These projects showcase the impact of strong partnerships and planning on safety and quality of life in Illinois,” said IDOT Secretary Gia Biagi.
The City of Springfield is proud to partner with IDOT on the Springfield Rail Improvements Project!
| | Springfield Police Promotion | | | |
Last week, Chief Behl and Mayor Buscher proudly promoted Detective Brian Harhausen to the rank of Sergeant during a small ceremony in the Chief's Office.
Sergeant Harhausen has served the Springfield Police Department for 18 years, holding roles such as Field Training Officer, Street Crimes Unit member, Neighborhood Police Officer, Crisis Intervention Team member, and most recently, Detective. He is also the recipient of the Silver Suarez Award and William Herndon Award.
Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Harhausen on this well-deserved promotion.
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Voucher Sign-Up Open for Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event!
Register Here:
https://springfield.il.us/Forms/HouseholdHazardousWaste.aspx
The Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event is taking place on Saturday, September 27 from 8 AM to 3 PM near Chamberlain Park at S. McCreery Avenue and E. Capitol Avenue.
Safely dispose of items like paint, cleaners, oil, and more. Registration is REQUIRED and is Now Open https://springfield.il.us/Forms/HouseholdHazardousWaste.aspx.
You will receive your voucher to bring on your mobile device or print a copy to show upon arrival. This event is open to all Illinois residents.
Thanks for doing your part to keep our community safe and environment clean!
| | Springfield Fire Department Promotions | | Springfield Fire Department is proud to announce the promotions of Captains Matt O’Brien and Josh Badman, Driver Engineers Drew Hocking, Brad Loman, Scott Surges, and Jared Washko. What a huge accomplishment!! Big thanks to the families that show unwavering support to the men and women of SFD. | | |
September 2025 Leaf & Yard Waste
Curbside Pick-Up Schedule
The yard waste/leaf pick-up program is a 12-month, every-other-week collection program. Stickers are not required. The community is divided into two pick-up zones: North and South. Crews will alternate every other week in each “zone,” picking up yard waste. See the map and September schedule above.
North Zone: North of South Grand Ave. and Old Jacksonville Rd. Including properties west of Veterans Parkway/north of Iles Avenue. (Green)
South Zone: South of South Grand Ave. and Old Jacksonville Rd. Including residential properties around the lake. (Pink)
Reminders:
- Bags must be placed curbside by 6:00 a.m.
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Bags should not be placed on boulevards.
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To estimate when your yard waste will be picked up, crews work from west to east in each zone. An interactive map and pick-up schedule are available on the City’s website.
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If you believe your bags/containers were missed, email: springfieldyw@lakeareadisposal.com
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The following work will begin or continue the week beginning
September 8, by City of Springfield Crews and Contractors:
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Asphalt Work
· 2nd St (S Grand-Scarritt)
· Monticello St (Yale-11th)
· S Grand Ave (2nd to 9th): Nighttime paving begins 9/14, weather permitting
Concrete Patching
· 1st St (Highland-Ash)
Seal Coat
· 10½ St (S Grand-Ash)
· Barrett St (Kansas N-End)
· Bruns Ln (970’ N Of Veterans-Pulliam)
· Canadian Cross Dr
· Cass St (Barrett-11TH)
· Cedar St (10½ ST-11TH)
· Cockrell Ln (500’ S of Mathers-200’ S of Ogden)
· Hermitage Rd (E Church entrance-Stanford)
· Kansas St (Barrett-11TH)
· Lake Services Rd (Vettel-E Lake Shore)
· Lakewood Dr
· Lawerence Ave (Barrett-11TH)
· Lumber Ln
· Mathers Rd (Cockrell-1200’ W of Veterans)
· Pine St (10½ ST-11TH)
· Pulliam Rd (Hennipen-Wilbur)
· Rising Moon Rd
· Spruce St (10½ ST-11TH)
· Stearman Rd (W Of Aviation Ln)
· Wilbur Rd (Pulliam-Stearman)
Railroad Relocation N. Grand Overpass
· Michigan Ave (N Grand – Converse) Closed through October 5, 2025
Reconstruction Work
· Lenhart Rd (Iles-1715's of Old Jacksonville Rd)
· Wheeler Ave (Cook-Adams)
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Sewer Work
· 5th St (Pending ROW and IDOT Permits)
· 6th St-11th St (Stanford-Ash)
· 11th St (Monroe-Adams)
· 11th and Edwards (S side of intersection)
· Carpenter to Washington
Griffiths Ave- Stokebridge Rd Backyard Easement (Sudbury-School)
· Harvard Park (multiple areas)
· Myrtle to Oak
· Somerton Rd- Griffiths Ave Backyard Easement (Henley-Sudbury)
· Stokebridge Rd-Sutherland Rd Backyard Easement (Denton-Camden)
Sidewalk and Curb Repairs
· West Monroe St (Durkin-Chatham)
· Spring St (South Grand-Laurel)
Sidewalk Repairs
· 2nd St & Edwards St
· 1127 N 1st St
· 1400 Block N 4th St
· 1400 S 9th St
· 3304 – 3308 Blueberry Ln
· Carpenter St (Taylor – Rutledge)
· 2607 Chase Dr
· 2615 Chase Dr
· Douglas Ave (Monroe – Governor)
· Douglas Ave (Washington Jefferson)
· Jefferson St (Walnut-MacArthur)
· Monroe St (Douglas-English
· Old Rochester Rd (Pope-South Grand)
· Peoria Rd (Joles-Percey)
· Ruth Ave (Glenwood-State)
· Washington St (Oxford-Dickinson)
· 2421 Whittier Ave
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The City is Hiring!
Serve your community while growing your career with a job at the City of Springfield! Our employment website provides a convenient electronic method for submitting applications and exploring current employment opportunities. Current positions posted, more added weekly:
- Maintenance Equipment Operator
- Yard Maintenance Man
- Programmer/ Analyst I
- Office Coordinator
- Journeyman Lineman
- Police Patrol Officer Lateral
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Take The Safety Survey
The Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission invites drivers, bicyclists, walkers, and all travelers to take a brief online safety survey at ilsafetyactionplans.org/survey.
The survey will help shape the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan to make local roads safer for everyone.
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American Airlines Adds New Flights at Capital Airport
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Beginning October 7, Springfield-area travelers will enjoy a more convenient flight schedule as American Airlines reinstates its early morning departure from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI).
New Flight Schedule (Effective October 7)
All times listed in Central Time
Depart SPI → Arrive ORD
6:00 AM → 7:16 AM
2:12 PM → 3:28 PM
Depart ORD → Arrive SPI
12:39 PM → 1:35 PM
10:12 PM → 11:18 PM
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The Library Corner serves as your one-stop destination for discovering all the exciting happenings at the Lincoln Library. This week's
highlight is:
Ask A Library Techie
Thursday, September 11
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Drop on in for "Ask a Library Techie," Lincoln Library's one-on-one tech help session! Bring your own device (like a smartphone, e-reader, tablet, or laptop), or borrow one of the computers in our computer classroom. Two of our tech-savvy staff members will be on hand to answer tech questions or help you one-on-one with any kind of computer or device. This is not a structured class, it is a one-on-one help session.
Registration isn't required, but if you register and let us know what your question will be regarding, we can make sure we're prepared to help answer it!
Examples of questions might be:
- How to use Microsoft Word to write a letter or make a resume
- How to sort or clean up your email
- How to use voice commands on your phone
- How to check out library e-books
- How to search for and print out recipes
- How to make a flyer
Just bring your questions (and your device) and let our librarians help you out!
Program Type: Computer Class
Age Group: Adults
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The City of Springfield Commitee Meeting
The next Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd floor.
- On Comcast Cable Channel 18 and AT&T U-verse Channel 99
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Stream the meeting on the City's website
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Stream the meeting on the City's YouTube Channel. (On Tuesday evenings, a "Live" box will appear before the first section of videos.)
Missed a meeting? Visit the City's YouTube Channel for past recordings
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