2024 weekly Yard Waste/Leaf Pickup

Week of October 13th, the City's "no sticker," bi-weekly curbside leaf/yard waste pick-up will occur in the South Zone: South of South Grand Ave. and Old Jacksonville Rd. Including residential properties around the lake.

Bags must be placed curbside by 6 a.m. Bags should not be placed on boulevards.

Crews always work from west to east in each zone. Those located in the eastern part of their zone will be picked up in the later part of the week.

2024 Mayor's Awards for the Arts: Artfully You Award Ceremony

The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) and the City of Springfield are thrilled to announce the 2024 Mayor's Awards for the Arts: Artfully You Award Ceremony, taking place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at The Inn at 835, located at 835 South 2nd Street. This event celebrates the exceptional contributions of local artists, organizations, and businesses in Sangamon and Menard counties. The nomination date has been extended to October 11, 2024.

Halloween Safety Event - SPD

Join us on October 28th from 5:00-7:00 PM for our annual Halloween Safety Event! The Springfield Police Department, along with other City Departments, is excited to continue this FUN community tradition.

More information coming soon!

Road Closures and Road Construction in the Springfield Area

Now Accepting Applications for the Springfield Police Department Cadet Program!

Are you currently enrolled at Lincoln Land Community College? Take the first step toward a rewarding career in law enforcement by applying for the Springfield Police Department’s Cadet Program.

CWLP Electrical Apprentice Exam Dates

Upcoming sessions will be held at CWLP’s facility at 2730 Old Rochester Road in Springfield at 8am and noon on the following days:

• Thursday, November 7
• Thursday, December 5
• Thursday, January 9

The Holiday Planter Contest is Back!

The Holiday Planter Contest is back! After several years on hiatus, the City of Springfield is excited to welcome back this festive event, and the best part—entry is free!

Each participant or group will be assigned a downtown planter. With a total of 219 planters available, they will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can decorate their assigned planters November 16- November 29.