Urgent: BOIL ADVISORY for Seminole Holland Neighborhood

 Please click on this link for the full story: https://www.ky3.com/2024/11/16/much-springfield-under-boil-water-advisory-due-water-main-break-southeast-springfield/

Turkey Trot - Thursday, November 28, 2024

 Springfield’s Thanksgiving tradition and the largest Thanksgiving Day 5K in Missouri returns to downtown Springfield Thanksgiving morning, with four race categories: Elite, Runner, Walker and Family/Pet. Trophies for overall winners and medals for each age group. Build up your Thanksgiving appetite while benefiting the Park Board Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund and the Developmental Center of the Ozarks. Bring five food items to donate to Ozarks Food Harvest. Save $10 if you register by Nov. 22.

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Thank You to Our Dancing Pickles for Making the 2024 Bass Pro Cheering Challenge a Success!

 

We want to extend a huge *thank you* to everyone who helped make the 2024 Bass Pro Cheering Challenge a memorable event! 

Despite the rain on that Sunday morning, 12 incredible volunteers from the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association, known as the Dancing Pickles, brought their enthusiasm and community spirit to cheer on participants and represent our neighborhood with pride. 

Your dedication means the world to us. Because of your commitment, we’re one step closer to earning grant funds that could make a tremendous impact in our neighborhood. We’ll find out about the grant awards at the annual Neighborhood Awards Banquet this December, and no matter the outcome, we know the heart and hard work of this team already make us winners.

To each of you who volunteered, braved the rain, and cheered with passion—*thank you*. Your support truly strengthens our neighborhood, and we’re incredibly grateful for all you do! 

Join the Excitement and Support Our Community at the Bass Pro Cheering Challenge!

 

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and community spirit at the Bass Pro Cheering Challenge on Sunday, November 3, 2024! This annual event is not only a high-energy way to cheer on race participants but also a key fundraiser for the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association, helping fund events like our Summer Bash in June.

Volunteer and Make a Difference!

Volunteers like you are the heart of the Cheering Challenge. We need enthusiastic supporters on all shifts, but especially starting at 8:00 am. Shifts are two hours long, beginning at 6:00 am and ending at 2:00 pm—whether you're an early bird or prefer a later start, we’ve got a spot for you!

You don’t need to be a paid member of the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association to lend a hand. All you need is your energy and your passion for building a better neighborhood!

How to Sign Up

It’s easy to volunteer:

- Online: Visit the signup page at https://bit.ly/2024BPCCV

- By phone: Call or text 816-289-6485

For more information on the event, head over to the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association website at https://bit.ly/2024BPCC.

Remember the Time Change!

Don’t forget that clocks fall back one hour on Saturday night—use that extra hour to recharge for a fantastic day of cheering!

Join us to bring smiles, spread positivity, and create an amazing experience for everyone involved.

HUD 5-Year Consolidated Plan Community Consultation, Nov 12, 2024, at 6 pm

 Consultations with community groups and organizations are required as part of the City of Springfield's 2025-2029 HUD Consolidated Plan. Residents of the Seminole Holland neighborhood are invited to join other southeast Springfield residents at this meeting at Unity Church, 2214 E Seminole St. The meeting is open to the public.

The HUD 5-Year Consolidated Plan is a strategic document required by the HUD for entitlement communities like the City of Springfield. As an entitlement community, Springfield receives direct funding from HUD through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs, which support housing, community development, and economic revitalization efforts.

The purpose of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan is to:

• Assess Community Needs: The Plan identifies Springfield's housing, homelessness, and community development needs through data analysis and public input. Priorities are focused on low- and moderate-income residents and issues such as affordable housing and homelessness.
• Set Priorities and Objectives: Based on the assessment, the Plan sets goals for the next five-years to guide the use of CDBG and HOME funds, such as increasing affordable housing, improving public infrastructure, and reducing homelessness.
• Coordinate Resources: The Plan outlines how federal funds will be used in conjunction with local resources to address community challenges, ensuring a strategic and effective use of public funds.
• Promote Public Participation: Springfield engages residents and stakeholders through public hearings and consultations to ensure the plan reflects the community’s needs and priorities.
• Track Measurable Outcomes: The Plan includes clear goals with measurable outcomes, tracked through Annual Action Plans and performance reporting (CAPER), ensuring accountability and transparency in how funds are used.

The City of Springfield's 5-Year Consolidated Plan serves as a roadmap for using CDBG and HOME funds to improve housing, public services, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents, creating a more equitable and resilient community.

Get Ready to Cheer! Volunteer at the Bass Pro Cheering Challenge and Support Your Neighborhood

 

Mark your calendars for an event that brings together fun, energy, and community spirit – the Bass Pro Cheering Challenge is back on Sunday, November 3, 2024! This is your chance to cheer on athletes, connect with neighbors, and help fundraise for one of our neighborhood’s biggest events of the year.

Volunteer Opportunities for All – Join the Fun!

Whether you’re a morning person or enjoy a later start, we’ve got volunteer shifts available for every schedule. Shifts are two hours each, starting at 6:00 am and wrapping up at 2:00 pm. Volunteers are especially needed beginning at 8:00 am to keep the energy high throughout the day.

All you need is your voice and your community spirit. You don’t have to be a paid member of the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association – everyone is welcome to join in the excitement!

How to Sign Up

Getting involved is easy:

- Online: Visit the signup page at bit.ly/2024BPCCV

- By phone: Call or text 816-289-6485

For more event details, head over to the Seminole Holland Neighborhood association website at bit.ly/2024BPCC.

Support a Great Cause

Your enthusiasm on race day will do more than just motivate participants; it will also help fund our Summer Bash in June! The Bass Pro Cheering Challenge is a major fundraiser, making it possible for us to organize exciting events that bring our neighborhood together.

Remember the Time Change!

Don’t forget that clocks fall back one hour on Saturday night—use that extra hour to recharge for a fantastic day of cheering!

Join us to make this a day to remember! We can’t wait to see you on the sidelines, cheering loud and proud for a great cause.

Trunk or Treat, Oct 27 4-5:30 pm - RAIN or SHINE

 

FREE CANDY 

& TREATS

In the parking lot at 925 E Seminole St. In partnership with Messiah Lutheran Church, several members of the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association will be opening their trunks!

SPS wants to redraw boundary lines, changing attendance areas for 8 schools.

At a Tuesday meeting, Springfield district officials outlined plans to redraw three attendance boundaries.

Students assigned to attend Sunshine Elementary but who live south of Sunshine Street will be split between Twain and Holland. Sunshine is operating at 102% capacity compared to 80% at Holland and nearly 87% at Twain. If approved, the change will impact 44 students at Sunshine and 15 at Holland. Those students, currently eligible for busing due to a barrier street, will no longer be eligible.

The board is expected to vote on the changes as early as Oct. 22. If approved, letters will be sent to the families.

Springfield Public Schools wants to redraw the attendance boundary for Sunshine Elementary and assign students who live south of Sunshine Street to Twain and Holland elementary schools.

The district will not automatically "grandfather in" affected students who want to remain in their current school.

Their families can request a transfer to remain at the school or go to a different one if space is available. The district has open enrollment and there is a window each year for requesting transfers to a school other than the one the student is assigned to attend.

Take a Leadership Role: Join the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association Board!

 Do you want to make a meaningful impact in your community? 

Now is your chance! 

The Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association Board of Directors has three open positions, and we need passionate, dedicated neighbors like you to step up and help lead.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a voice for growth and positive change right here in Seminole Holland. Whether you’ve lived here for years or recently joined our neighborhood, your unique perspective is invaluable. You can nominate yourself, or if you know someone who would be a great fit, encourage them to get involved.

Why Join the Board?

As a Board member, you’ll help shape the future of our neighborhood by managing the association’s business and spearheading efforts that strengthen our neighborhood. The time commitment is minimal—typically just three hours per month—with more involvement during special events. The real reward, though, is knowing that your efforts are helping to make Seminole Holland a better place to live.

Be Part of the Solution

The Board of Directors isn’t just about meetings; it’s about being an active voice for the neighborhood, driving growth, and fostering positive change. This is your chance to take a leadership role, build connections with your neighbors, and create a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone.

Election Details

Elections will be held online in late October, so now is the perfect time to put your name in the running. Don’t wait—make your mark on our neighborhood!

Ready to get involved?  

Nominate yourself or someone you know by emailing SeminoleHolland@gmail.com or contacting William Cooper at 816-289-6485 (call or text). Be sure to include your contact information.

Let’s work together to ensure Seminole Holland continues to thrive!

Help Us Win Cash at the 2024 Bass Pro Marathon Neighborhood Cheering Challenge

Would you volunteer to work a two-hour shift or more on November 3, 2024 to represent the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association in the Bass Pro Marathon Neighborhood Cheering Challenge? 

This is a major fundraiser for our neighborhood association and helped us fund the Summer Bash in June.

We are required to have at least ten participants for a cheering section and at least four people must be present at all times. The location will be determined once there is a final count of all the neighborhoods participating. We have requested to be at the same location as last year at the intersection of South Jefferson Avenue & East McGee Street.

*** Second Year for the Dancing Pickles ***

We have a strong theme – signage, Dancing Pickle costumes, a beverage option, and so forth - to help runners identify us and give us a better opportunity to win a cash prize for the neighborhood association. 

We will have shifts each two hours long and you can volunteer for one or more shifts. Even if you can only work part of a shift we can use your help. 

To sign up, visit our volunteer opportunities page, call 816-289-6485, or email SeminoleHolland@gmail.com.