Notice of Board Meeting - February 20, 2023

 The Board of the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2023, at McAlister's Deli, 210 West Sunshine, Suite A.

Parties that wish to observe or address the Board are welcome to attend.

SGF Kickball Tournament on April 23

City of Springfield Housing Study Community Meeting on February 23

The City of Springfield along with APD Urban Planning & Management invites residents to participate in a community meeting for the city-wide housing assessment. The purpose of this initiative is to create a detailed housing database that provides information about housing conditions, unit counts, affordability, and overall neighborhood characteristics. This will be an opportunity for residents to learn about the state of housing and provide information about their experiences living in Springfield.

The meeting will be held on February 23, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Springfield Art Museum,1111 E Brookside Dr, Springfield, MO 65807

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Meeting Cancelled

The neighborhood meeting scheduled for tonight (February 1) at Messiah Lutheran is cancelled. We will let you know if it’s rescheduled.

Citizen Resource Center - Reporting Neighborhood Complaints

Even in the best neighborhoods, there can be challenges. If you experience issues such as illegal parking, tall grass, drug issues, speeding complaints, or other annoyance issues, please contact the Citizen Resource Center online at https://www.springfieldmo.gov/5566/Report-a-Concern or call 417-864-1010. The Citizen Resource Center also has Apple and Android apps.

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$220 million investment in schools can be made with no increase to current tax levy

 On April 4, Springfield Public Schools will ask voters to consider a request to issue general obligation bonds in the amount of $220 million for the purpose of completing projects that will impact all schools in the district. 

 If voters approve the request, there will be no increase to the district’s debt service property tax levy, which is currently 73 cents per $100 of assessed valuation of real estate and personal property.

 The critical projects to be funded by Proposition S were recommended by a citizen task force. The task force studied the needs of all district facilities and prioritized these projects to provide quality learning environments for all students and to enhance the safety and security of schools.

Projects to be funded are:

Safety and security upgrades at all schools: Protective film will be installed on ground-floor windows at all schools. Security cameras and door and roof sensors/alarms will be installed based on identified needs.

New Pipkin Middle School: A new school will be built at a new, larger location. Pipkin opened in 1925 and has significant plumbing, electrical and other infrastructure issues that cannot be easily resolved by renovation.

New Reed Academy: A new school will be built on the school's current site. Reed opened in 1923 and its design and condition are similar to that of Pipkin. A new school will address these issues and will be designed to support the school's expansion of fine and performing arts opportunities.

Renovated Pershing School: A major renovation to the current building will address the outdated HVAC system, accessibility barriers, safety concerns and traffic flow.

Storm shelter gymnasiums: Structures built to withstand high winds and tornados will be added to Cowden, Holland, Mann, Pittman, Watkins, and Wilder elementary schools.

Learn more at https://www.sps.org/props.

Feb 1 General Membership Event Announced

Police Area Representative (PAR) Office John Van Gorden will be our guest speaker at a General Membership event on February 1, 2023. The event will begin at 6:30 pm at Messiah Lutheran Church, 925 E Seminole St. Come on out, meet some neighbors, and ask your questions about preventing crime in our neighborhood.

December 19, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes

 The minutes of the December 19, 2022 Board meeting are posted at CLICK HERE. 

November 20, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes

 The minutes of the November 20, 2022 Board meeting are posted at CLICK HERE.