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Springfield became the Illinois state capital in 1837 with the help of a young lawyer and politician named Abraham Lincoln. He lived in the city until he left to become the 16th President of the United States, in 1861. From that moment on, the city’s history and future have been inexorably tied to this most famous and beloved American citizen.

Springfield is the center piece of Illinois political activity. The state capitol building contains a flurry of legislative activity each fall and spring as Illinois is one of the largest and most influential states in the U.S. The city also serves as the seat of Sangamon County government. The Springfield municipal government utilizes a strong mayoral aldermanic council form of government to provide representation to over 120,000 residents.

 

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South Side Christian Church
2600 S. MacArthur
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City provides e-services for residents.  City residents are now able to conduct routine business over the Internet.  The virtually 24/7 availability allows for the payment of CWLP bills, payment of City parking tickets, and employment applications online.  Those interested can easily download a variety of business and building forms, making it much easier to submit them to the city.  Contacting city officials is as simple and easy as filling out a form, bringing your government right into your home or business.

The Latest News

  • Witnesses help apprehend murder suspect.  more...

  • Nine individuals apply for Fire Chief position.  more...

  • Access 4 programming returns.  more...

  • Applications are now being accepted for several city boards and commissions.  more...

  • Springfield Police Department solves rash of burglaries with multiple arrests.  more...

  • Municipal buildings available to be used as cooling centers.  more...

  • Mayor Davlin explains process to select new Fire Chief.  more...  Watch the News Conference.

  • Mayor Davlin to hold series of neighborhood meetings.   more...

  • Springfield rated one of the top 50 best small cities for job growth.  more...

  • Springfield Police Department bestows awards to civilians and officer for 2009.  more...

  • Springfield tops Peoria in mailed in census count.  more...

  • Mayor Davlin takes creative approach with new union agreement.  more...

  • Members named to Cool Cities Advisory Council.  more...

  • Mayor Davlin encourages residents to speak out on the Railroad Corridor Study.  more...

  • Library parking ramp to become automated resulting in cost savings to the city.  more...

 
 
 
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