Office of Planning and Economic Development

1. Design Guidelines

• 2021 Historic Sites Commission Annual Report
• 2020 Historic Sites Commission Annual Report
• 2019 Historic Sites Commission Annual Report
• 2018 Historic Sites Commission Annual Report
• Historic Zoning Districts

Historic Sites Commission

You can find the Historic Sites Commission in the list on the Boards and Commissions page.

Illinois Historic Preservation Agency

Property owners may also be eligible to receive State and Federal incentives for rehabilitation of historic properties including property tax freezes and preservation tax credits. For more information on these programs, visit the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency’s Financial Incentives website.

Landmarks Illinois

Landmarks Illinois is a tax exempt 501(c)3 organization founded in 1971, and is the state’s leading voice for historic preservation. The organization has established a variety of programs to facilitate, educate and promote historic preservation. Landmarks Illinois also maintains an extensive database of preservation resources, including incentives and grant, architects, consultants and other professional services. For more information, check out their website.

For those interested in learning more about Springfield’s efforts in the Local Foods, Local Places program, please contact the Office of Planning and Economic Development at the City of Springfield at 217.789.2377.

This meeting is designed to aid individuals that are seeking to construct or update commercial properties within the City of Springfield. The City understands and recognizes that the development process can be demanding and we are determined to do what we can to assist with the outcome from the very beginning.

At this meeting developers will have access to various City officials to answer questions surrounding the logistics’ of development such as zoning, allowable access points, fire safety, and general concerns of the permitting process.

As part of your preparation, it is useful to review applicable City Code Requirement. It is always valuable to start with these ordinances to get an understanding of how the code might be applied to your particular development project.

The role of the Business/Project Advocate is to allow Springfield’s developers and business owners the opportunity to have representation regarding various concerns that threaten the success of a project/business. This position is not meant to reverse or subvert City code but rather allow for cases to be made and options to be laid out that will create a positive impact on the business/project and the City of Springfield.

The advocate acts as a middle man between the business and relevant City departments, offering a neutral service that once all sides have been heard can offer solutions and/or the best course of action to be taken.

• Location and Sketch Maps: The purpose of the location and sketch map is to determine the suitability of the site for subdividing and subsequent development measured by conformance with the 2037 Springfield Comprehensive Plan, effect on natural resources, ability to provide adequate services to the site, and general conformance with the goals identified with the City of Springfield Subdivision Ordinance. The location and sketch map is the first and most important phase of the development process
• Preliminary Plan: The preliminary plan is the second phase of the development process and is intended to provide a detailed layout of the proposed subdivision showing the location of public improvements, lots, drainage and phasing of the development
• Final Plat: The final plat is intended to provide the accurate location of lots, monuments and property dedicated for public use.

A minor subdivision is the creation of a total of three lots (counting the remainder of the original tract from which the lots are created) which front along an existing public road and involves minimal public improvements. The minor subdivision process consists of a location map and a final plat. Only one minor subdivision shall be allowed for any parcel of record existing March 24, 1987. If two lots have been created from a parcel of record after said date, all additional divisions at a later time shall follow the conventional subdivision process.

A site development plan is required when shared access easements are the only means of access to a proposed development. However, a site development plan will not be required if the access easement has been platted through the subdivision process and the construction details for the shared access drive have been approved.

A large scale development plan is a form of subdivision of land which involves the development of any residential, office, commercial, industrial or mobile home development consisting of more than 12 acres, regardless of the number of structures.

The large scale development plan review is intended to provide a coordinated review of complex large projects to ensure that applicable public health and safety standards, subdivision and zoning requirements are met, as well as to determine the suitability of the site for the proposed development and to identify infrastructure needs and potential problems that may be encountered.

Planned unit developments are a form of subdivision of land that allows the development of ten or more acres of land with variations of some of the restrictions of standard zoning and subdivision regulations.

Why should you choose to start or expand your business in Springfield?

While there are many reasons, the Cost of Doing Business is one that stands out. In its annual “Best Small Places for Business and Careers” published in 2017, Forbes magazine ranked the Springfield area #1 in the “Cost of Doing Business” category and 22nd overall among cities with a population less than 250,000. Rankings were based on 12 metrics relating to job growth (past and projected), costs (business and living), income growth over the past five years, educational attainment, and projected growth.

The Future is Bright
The economy of Springfield and the surrounding area is stable, diversified, and growing. Although governmental employment is to be expected in the State’s Capital, other major employers include healthcare providers, educational institutions, insurance companies, and financial institutions. Additionally, there are many smaller local businesses to explore.

Springfield became home to a new business incubator in 2014, Innovate Springfield. Their flagship programs include social innovation and business incubation. In August 2018, Innovate Springfield became a part of the UIS System as a part of the Illinois Innovation Network.

Skilled Workforce
Springfield boasts a strong education economy driven by numerous colleges, technical schools and universities including the University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS), Lincoln Land Community College, Midwest Technical Institute, St. John’s College of Nursing, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, and the Capital Area Career Center.

We have a labor force of over 500,000 within a one hour drive of Springfield.

Employer resources include Connect, a web-based career preparation and readiness platform that links area high school students to local employers, providing them with real work experiences. This online tool integrates career development tools, social media elements, and workforce data into one seamless system to help companies, students, educators, and parents connect efficiently and effectively. To learn more, click here.

Transportation
Conveniently located on Interstate Highways 55 and 72, Springfield is in close proximity to St. Louis to the south; Chicago to the north and Indianapolis to the east. This central location gives Springfield a reach of over 536,000 people within a 40 mile radius.

In addition to Interstate access, five Class I railroads and two short line railroads serve the city and Sangamon County, providing direct shipment to major markets throughout the United States.

Springfield's Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is three miles northwest of the City's downtown and is a full service provider that accommodates both passenger as well as freight services.

Healthcare
Springfield's medical and health care sectors are a core industry for central Illinois. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Memorial Health Systems are our two main providers. HSHS St. John's Hospital and Memorial Medical Center are currently undergoing major expansions.

The community is also home to Springfield Clinic; Prairie Heart Institute; Prairie Education and Research Cooperative; Southern Illinois School of Medicine (SIU); Simmons Cancer Institute; along with St. John's School of Nursing and the University of Illinois at Springfield's nursing program.

Springfield is a regional provider of health care services. An example of the confidence that our medical community has in this central location is the 2015 opening of Memorial Medical Center's 72,000-square-foot, four-story Center for Learning and Innovation. As only one of six in the nation, the Center houses a state-of-the-art Simulation Center, providing learners with the opportunity to develop their skills through simulation and skills training in settings that include a nursing station, general medical patient care room, operating room, emergency treatment and trauma room, labor/delivery room, physician exam room, and outdoor ambulance setting and a home setting in addition to featuring classrooms, training rooms and a conference center.

HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital provides expert care to meet the unique need of children and their families. This amazing place was built with a special gift from a donor in the Springfield community to ensure our children have access to the best medical care possible, close to home.

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To view statistics on major employers, the educational background of Springfield residents, occupational and industry employment and average annual wages, as well as the cost of living in Springfield, click here.

TIF COMPLIANCE REPORTING

State law mandates that each municipality with a TIF district must file an annual report with the Illinois Comptroller. The City of Springfield’s reports can be found on the Comptroller’s website. To see these reports, click here.

Building Material Sales Tax Exemption

Enterprise Zone participants have been granted an exemption of the State, City and County sales tax. Sales tax is exempted on building materials incorporated into real estate located in the Enterprise Zone. The exemption applies to building and construction materials used for remodeling, rehabilitation or new construction. To receive an application for exemption certificate, please contact the Office of Planning and Economic Development at the City of Springfield, 2177892377 X 5471, for more information on this program.

Investment Tax Credit

The Illinois Income Tax Act, 35 ILCS 5/201, as amended, allows corporations, trusts, estates, individuals, partners and Subchapter S shareholders a 0.5 percent credit against the state income tax for investments in qualified property which is placed in service in an Enterprise Zone. This credit is in addition to the existing 0.5 percent investment tax credit allowed statewide against the corporate personal property replacement tax. The investment tax credit applies against gross income subject to Illinois income tax and to the depreciable basis of qualified property placed in service within the Enterprise Zone. It is a one-time credit given in the taxable year in which the property is placed in service. If the amount of the credit exceeds the tax liability for that year, the excess may be carried forward and applied to the tax liability of the five taxable years following the excess credit year. Contact the Illinois Department of Revenue at 217.782.3336 to see what impact this incentive might have for you.

Utility Tax Exemption

The Public Utilities Act, 220 ILCS 5/9-222.1, as amended, and the Telecommunications Excise Tax Act, 35 ILCS 630/2(a)(5), as amended, allows a business enterprise certified by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity as making an investment in an Enterprise Zone that either creates a minimum of 200 full-time equivalent jobs in Illinois or retains a minimum of 1,000 full-time jobs in Illinois, a 5 percent state tax exemption on gas, electricity and the Illinois Commerce Commission 0.1 percent administrative charge and excise taxes on the act or privilege of originating or receiving telecommunications. To see if your business qualifies, contact the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity at 217.524.0165.

Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment Sales Tax Exemption

The Revenue Act 35 ILCS 120/ld-lf, as amended, allows a business enterprise that is certified by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity as making a $5 million investment that either: creates a minimum of 200 full-time equivalent jobs in Illinois; or retains a minimum of 2,000 full-time jobs in Illinois; or which retains 90% of the existing jobs, a 6.25 percent state sales tax exemption on all tangible personal property which is used or consumed within an Enterprise Zone in the process of manufacturing or assembly of tangible personal property for wholesale or retail sale or lease. This exemption includes repair and replacement parts for machinery and equipment used primarily in the process of manufacturing or assembling tangible personal property for wholesale or retail sale or lease, and equipment, manufacturing fuels, material and supplies for the maintenance, repair or operation of manufacturing or assembling machinery or equipment. Contact OPED at: info.OPED@springfield.il.us or call 217.789.2377 for more information on this program.

Enterprise Zone Boundary Amendments

Additions to the Springfield/Sangamon County Enterprise Zone may be considered undby email ater special circumstances. Boundaries can be expanded for qualified projects. This process is subject to the approval the State of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Sangamon County Board, and the Springfield City Council. Boundary amendment requests may be subject to an application fee. Contact OPED at: info.OPED@springfield.il.us or call 217.789.2377 for more information on this process.

New construction or rehabilitation of property located in the Enterprise Zone may qualify for a property tax abatement of the City or Sangamon County portion of real estate taxes based on the increase in assessed value of property due to the improvements. No abatement shall include both Sangamon County and City of Springfield real property taxes. Property located in a Tax Increment Finance District is not eligible for property tax abatement according to state guidelines. In order to receive property tax abatements, an application must be submitted to the Office of Planning and Economic Development. To receive an application for exemption certificate, Contact OPED at: info.OPED@springfield.il.us or call 217.789.2377 for more information on this program.

Qualified projects result in over $25,000 in increased assessed value and fall within one of the following categories:

1. Industrial or Manufacturing Projects and other businesses that fall within the North American Industry Classifications Sector 31-33 and all sub-sectors therein.
2. Large Business Projects, defined as projects with new capital investments of $10 million or more/and or create 100 or more new full-time jobs.
3. Healthcare with the specific NAICS sub-sectors of Outpatient Care Centers, Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories, and General Medical and Surgical Hospitals.
4. Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services including computer programming services, computer system design services, and research and development in the physical, engineering and life sciences.

Projects that qualify for Targeted Inducement will receive 100% abatement of the City of Springfield’s portion of taxes for 5 years.

Qualifying projects will result in over $25,000 in increased assessed value and fall within one of the following categories:

1. Commercial and Industrial projects that do not meet the Targeted Inducement Criteria
2. Single Family and Multi-Family residential projects

Projects that qualify for General Inducement will receive an abatement of the City of Springfield’s portion of taxes as follows: 100% the first year, 75% the second year, and 50% the third and final year.

Qualified projects result in over $25,000 in increased assessed value and are located within a Community Development Block Grant Treatment Area and Enterprise Zone. Projects that qualify for Area Impact Inducement will receive 100% abatement of the City of Springfield’s portion of taxes for 5 years.

Sangamon County Property Tax Abatement

Qualified projects are located in unincorporated Sangamon County, result in over $100,000 in increased assessed value, and fall within one of the following categories:

1. Industrial Companies: companies where manufacturing or assembling of goods take place
2. Logistics Companies: warehousing and distribution businesses that are engaged in the storage and packing of goods, and the transferring of products
3. Agribusiness Companies: companies that manufacture and distribute farm supplies and equipment, process, store and distribute farm commodities, and process, produce and store food products for consumption
4. Retail/Commercial Companies: companies in the business of selling products or services in the following categories: stores that sell products, including fuel to the general public and to wholesale customers, restaurants, hotels/motels, and related concerns
5. Mining Companies: businesses that remove coal and other natural substances from the earth, or businesses that convert mining products into usable materials
6. Commercial Recycling Companies: businesses that use a large scale industrial process to convert waste into reusable materials or make waste suitable for re-use

In no event shall any abatement of taxes on any parcel exceed the amount attributable to the construction of the improvements, renovation, rehabilitation, or existing improvements on such parcel.

These projects will receive an abatement from the County’s portion of taxes for ten years or until the expiration/termination of the Springfield-Sangamon County Enterprise Zone. The following abatement schedule shall be followed:

1. 100% of taxes will be levied in the first five years of abatement
2. 50% of taxes will be levied in the second five years of abatement

The City of Springfield uses a portion of its CDBG funds to increase citywide economic opportunities by providing financial assistance to For-Profit Organizations. This is done to encourage new businesses to grow and help existing businesses expand. Low-interest loans or grants may be awarded to qualifying businesses that will create permanent jobs, which will be made available to or taken by low to moderate income persons.

Other City CDBG funds are used to fund the correction of building code deficiencies to mitigate environmental hazards in public facilities owned by Non-Profit Organizations that offer services to low to moderate income persons. This is done to improve public infrastructure and facilities.

Additional City CDBG funds within our current five-year plan are used to support Non-Profit Agencies and Organizations that primarily serve homeless, non-homeless special needs populations, and other low to moderate income populations to increase the scope and quality of their services.

To learn more about CBDG funds, please contact the Office of Planning and Economic Development at info.OPED@springfield.il.us or 217.789.2377

City Water Light and Power (CWLP), Springfield's city-owned electric and water utility, is known as a low cost energy provider with a record of reliability. Its reliability is among the best in the nation. Outages and interruptions in Springfield occur at half the rate of the national average.

The city owns its electric generation and water treatment plants and produces enough of both commodities to meet all the needs of the community - with room to grow. At the same time, CWLP's exceptional service is enhanced by its low cost. Residential customers enjoy among the lowest electric rates in the nation and both residential and commercial customers pay among the lowest water rates in Illinois.

CWLP also maintains a network of more than 100 miles of installed fiber optic cable. Commercial customers can tap into the bandwidth, which provides communication speeds in excess of one billion bits per second, and that offers such capabilities as high-speed data transfer, e-commerce, distance learning, interactive education, tele-medicine, security, and high speed Internet connections.

CWLP offers several programs to assist with the expansion and relocation of companies and to help businesses become more efficient. To learn more about these programs and how they might benefit you, click here.

The City of Springfield has a critical need for Lead Abatement Contractors. There is a large number of families with lead in their homes waiting for assistance. If you are a Licensed Lead Abatement Contractor looking for work please call The Office of Planning and Economic Development 217.789.2377 today to get registered to bid on projects for the City.

The City is partnering with various community agencies to help share information about the Get the Lead Out grant program and to help individuals pre-qualify for the program. Please watch the brief webinar to learn on how you can assist residents through the pre-qualification process.

If you have questions about becoming a partner or need materials to share with your clients, staff, or organization about Get the Lead Out, please contact the City’s Office of Planning & Economic Development at 217.789.2377 or email Info.OPED@springfield.il.us.

City residents wishing to apply for Lead Hazard Remediation Assistance must first submit a Prescreening Questionnaire HERE to see if you qualify.

Please email the completed questionnaire to info@OPED@springfield.il.us

You may also call the City at 217.789.2377 to answer the questions over the phone. Please review the questionnaire and gather information together before calling

Paper prescreening questionnaires can be submitted to the Economic and Community Development Department using the address below. You can print the paper application HERE.

Office of Planning and Economic Development Attention: Community Development 800 E. Monroe, Room 108 Springfield, Il 62701

If you qualify, you will be scheduled to attend an Intake meeting where you will fill out a complete application and provide required documentation. You will be notified of the optional dates and times after you are prequalified for the program.

Note: This program is subject to available funds and federal authorization. Federal funding sources require the mitigation of lead hazards. The extent of mitigation is dependent on the amount of federal funds provided and the work required.

(Additional documentation may be required to determine program eligibility)

• Most Recent Federal Tax Return
• Verification of Income (3months paystubs, Social Security award letter, Pension)
• Bank Statements (3 moths of current bank statements for all checking and savings accounts)
• Mortgage Statement & 12 month payment history
• Proof of Home Insurance
• Utility Verification (Current CWLP & Ameren Bill)
• Property owner must qualify under HUD income guidelines.
• Owner occupied or privately owned residences only. If privately owned, the renter/applicant must qualify under the HUD income guideline

The City of Springfield is requesting comments on its 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER). This report summarizes the City’s accomplishments and progress in meeting the goals outlined in its HUD annual planning documents.

The City will conduct a public hearing on Monday September 23, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the City of Springfield Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd Floor. Interested agencies, groups, organizations and individuals, particularly those persons who live in the city’s low-income neighborhoods are urged to attend this Public Hearing. The City of Springfield Council Chambers are accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If special arrangements need to be made to accommodate citizens in order for them to participate in the Public Hearing, please call the Office of Planning and Economic Development at 217.789.2377 to make those arrangements.

If you cannot attend the hearing, you may email your feedback to info.OPED@springfield.il.us or mail written statements to the Office of Planning and Economic Development, 800 E. Monroe Springfield, Il 62701.

The City will consider all views and comments received before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday September 26, 2024.

CAPER PY2023 DRAFT

The City of Springfield is accepting public comments from citizens regarding the release of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to undertake a project known as the Moving Pillsbury Forward Demolition and Abatement located at 1525 E. Phillips Street in Springfield.

The City will consider all comments received before 4:30 PM on August 9, 2024, before submitting the request to HUD.

FONSI/RROF MPE Demo

SPRINGFIELD PROPOSED Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Funds (HOME) 2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

The City of Springfield is accepting public comments from citizens regarding the City’s proposed Draft FFY 2023 Action Plan.

The City will consider all comments received before 4:30 PM on May 15, 2023, before submitting the proposal to HUD.

A copy of this draft plan may be downloaded on the link below.

The information about the Draft Action Plan may also be obtained on normal work days, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Office of Planning and Economic Development, 800 East Monroe, Room 107 in Springfield.

The City will also conduct a Public Hearing on May 15, 2023 at 5:30 on the third floor Council Chambers of Municipal Building-West Municipal Center West, 300 S. Seventh Street, Room 301, Springfield, IL 62701. The purpose of this Public Hearing is to receive oral statements and written comments regarding the City’s planned use of 2023 CDBG/HOME funds. Interested agencies, groups, organization and individuals, particularly those persons who may benefit from CDBG/HOME funded programs, are urged to attend this Public Hearing. The City of Springfield Council Chambers are accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If special arrangements need to be made to accommodate citizens in order for them to participate in the public hearing, please call the Office of Planning and Economic Development, at 217.789.2377 to make those arrangements, or for the hearing impaired call City Clerk at 217.789.2216. Cualquier persona que no habla Inglés que deseen asistir a la audiencia pública deben comunicarse con el Sra Kolis cinco (5) días calendario antes de la reunión y un intérprete de lenguaje se proporcionará. The City encourages public input on the proposed use of HOME-ARP funds described in this document.

Draft 2023 Action Plan

Public comments are accepted through various methods:

Questions? Please contact the City’s Office of Planning & Economic Development at 217.789.2377.

The City of Springfield will receive an allocation of $2,380,397 of HOME – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) appropriated under section 3205 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (P.L. 117-2). The purpose of the funds is to address the needs of households experiencing homelessness and other households that face housing instability. The City may use the funds for a limited number of eligible activities, including the development and support of affordable housing, tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA), the provision of supportive services, and the acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter units. A portion of the funding can be used for administrative and planning purposes and the support of local non-profit stakeholders.

The City will also conduct a public hearing on the proposed use of HOME-ARP funds on Monday, March 13th, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd Floor. The City of Springfield Council Chambers are accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If special arrangements need to be made to accommodate citizens in order for them to participate in the public hearing, please call the Office of Planning and Economic Development at 217.789.2377 to make those arrangements, or for the hearing impaired, please call the City Clerk at 217.789.2216.

The City encourages public input on the proposed use of HOME-ARP funds described in this document.

The City of Springfield is accepting public comments from citizens regarding the City’s proposed Draft FFY 2022 Action Plan.

The deadline to submit your comments is Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 4:30 p.m..

A copy of this draft plan may be downloaded on the link below.

The information about the Draft Action Plan may also be obtained on normal work days, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Office of Planning and Economic Development, 800 East Monroe, Room 107 in Springfield.

SHA TIF PROPOSAL

On February 16, 1999, the City Council of the City of Springfield adopted ordinances 86.2.99, 87.2.99, and 88.2.99 approving a Redevelopment Plan and Project (the “Original SHA Plan”) for an area designated as the Springfield Housing Authority Redevelopment Project Area (the “Original SHA Area”) and adopted tax increment financing for said area. These actions were accomplished pursuant to the provisions of the Illinois Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act, 65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-1 et seq. (the “Act”).

The City now desires to amend the Original SHA Plan and Original SHA Area boundary and these changes are incorporated in this 2021 Amendment to the TIF Redevelopment Plan and Project for the Springfield Housing Authority Redevelopment Project Area (the “2021 Plan Amendment”). In summary, the changes include adding the area shown on Exhibit A – Amended Redevelopment Project Area. The area to be added consists of approximately 896 parcels and 294 acres of land, 213 acres less rights of way, and it is contiguous to the Original SHA Area

A copy of the proposed plan is now available for review and public comments are currently being accepted.

Amended SHA TIF Proposal

The City of Springfield is requesting comments on its 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER). This report summarizes the City’s accomplishments and progress in meeting the goals outlined in its HUD annual planning documents. The City has also made available for public review and is seeking comment on a substantial amendment to its 2020 Annual Action Plan.

The City will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday September 22, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Springfield Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd Floor. Interested agencies, groups, organization and individuals, particularly those persons who live in the city’s low-income neighborhoods, are urged to attend this Public Hearing. The City of Springfield Council Chambers are accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If special arrangements need to be made to accommodate citizens in order for them to participate in the public hearing, please call the Office of Planning and Economic Development, at 217.789.2377 to make those arrangements.

If you cannot attend the hearing, you may email your feedback to Info.OPED@springfield.il.us or mail your typed or written statements to the Office of Planning & Economic Development, 800 E. Monroe, 1st Floor, Springfield 62701.

The City will consider views and comments received on or before 4:00 p.m. on Monday September 27, 2021.

2020 CAPER

The City of Springfield is requesting comments on its 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER). This report summarizes the City’s accomplishments and progress in meeting the goals outlined in its HUD annual planning documents.

The City will conduct a Public Hearing on Thursday September 29, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Springfield Council Chambers, 300 S. 7th Street, 3rd Floor. Interested agencies, groups, organization and individuals, particularly those persons who live in the city’s low-income neighborhoods, are urged to attend this Public Hearing. The City of Springfield Council Chambers are accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If special arrangements need to be made to accommodate citizens in order for them to participate in the public hearing, please call the Office of Planning and Economic Development, at 217.789.2377 to make those arrangements.

If you cannot attend the hearing, you may email your feedback to Info.OPED@springfield.il.us or mail your typed or written statements to the Office of Planning & Economic Development, 800 E. Monroe, 1st Floor, Springfield 62701.

The City will consider views and comments received on or before 4:00 p.m. on Thursday September 29, 2022.

Draft FY 2021 CAPER