Following concerns about the use of eminent domain expressed by the City Council during their meeting earlier this week, the City of Springfield and City Utilities (CU) are announcing they will renew discussions about city-owned property that may be available and suitable for use as a bus transfer station. As a result of the agreement to take a fresh look at city-owned properties, a previously discussed public meeting on Monday evening will be postponed. Continued…
Pension Task Force Resources Available on Web
One month into the work of the Police-Fire Pension Fund Citizens’ Task Force, the City would like to remind interested citizens that video of the meetings and documents given to the Task Force for study are available on the City’s Web site. Continued…
Posted in Press Releases.
– June 2, 2009
City Participates in IDEA Expo Panel
City of Springfield Planning Director Ralph Rognstad will participate in this week’s IDEA Exposition activities at a panel discussion and community open house on Wednesday, June 3.
Rognstad will join a panel discussion on “How Design Fosters Innovation and Entrepreneurship” from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Brick City, 305 W. Mill St.
The IDEA Commons Community Open House will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at Brick City.
Both sessions are free and open to the public.
Wednesday’s activities are part of the four-day IDEA Exposition sponsored by the Urban Districts Alliance, Missouri State University, and St. John’s Health System. Each day’s activities represent one aspect of the IDEA Commons – Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship and Arts.
The goals for the week’s activities include: expanding opportunities for business development and commercializing research; developing capacity for University partnerships; and focusing on the four IDEA areas where existing expertise can create synergies.
Other highlights of the week include tours of the Discovery Center; recognizing the entrepreneurs in the IDEA Commons and a number of activities tied into the Arts day with the First Friday Artwalk.
The full schedule is available at: www.itsalldowntown.com.
For more information, contact: Planning Director Ralph Rognstad, 864-1035
Posted in Press Releases.
– June 2, 2009
Interim Committee Formed to Study Controversial Report Issued by Missouri Information Analysis Center
Jefferson City, MO - On May 27, 2009, Missouri House Speaker Ron Richard, R-Joplin, announced the creation of an Interim Committee on State Intelligence Analysis Oversight to take a closer look at the origins of a controversial report issued by the Missouri Information Analysis Center. Speaker Richard named Rep. Bob Dixon, R-Springfield, to chair the committee, which has been charged with reviewing procedures for gathering, analyzing and distributing information to law enforcement agencies.
“Representative Dixon has been vocal in expressing his concerns about the report issued by MIAC and he is one of the driving forces behind the creation of this committee. I believe he is the ideal choice to lead our efforts as we work to ensure there is an adequate level of oversight for MIAC and the reports they produce,” said Speaker Richard.
The controversy surrounding MIAC began in February when a report issued by the center linked supporters of third-party candidates and conservative causes to militias. Because of the controversial report, questions arose regarding the methods used by MIAC to compile reports and the amount of oversight involved in the process. Lingering concerns among his constituents about the process prompted Rep. Dixon to call for the Missouri House to hold hearings on the issue. As the chair of the newly-formed interim committee, Rep. Dixon will conduct hearings on MIAC procedures with the goal of ensuring an adequate level of oversight.
“I thank Speaker Richard for moving quickly on this issue and asking me to chair the interim committee that will address this matter. I will work with the committee members to make certain that future reports issued by MIAC are compiled properly in a way that is adequately supervised,” said Rep. Dixon.
The interim committee will hold hearings around the state in the months following the end of the legislative session.
Rep. Bob Dixon
(417) 343-9560
Posted in Press Releases.
– June 1, 2009
Outdoor Media Challenge at the Boathouse
The Outdoor Fitness Festival combines Health and Wellness, Fitness, Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Conservation into a destination event for our Springfield, Greene County and our Ozark Mountain Region.
Last year participants totaled 5,638 individuals from 31 states Great Britain and Australia.
The 2009 Outdoor Fitness Festival is over 3 weekends which are the following dates: Oct 17-18, Oct 24-25 and Oct 31st-Nov. 1st.
Following a short press conference which includes a mini-parade of events the SECOND ANNUAL MEDIA OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CHALLENGE will take place at the boathouse. This year’s challenge includes orienteering, casting, canoe race, tent assembly/disassembly and campfire building contests.
Contacts: Martin G. Mac Donald, Bass Pro Shops, 873-5023
Posted in Press Releases.
– June 1, 2009
Condolences to the Tiller Family
Dr. George Tiller, an abortionist who performed abortions throughout all stages of pregnancy, was gunned down on Sunday in Wichita. We extend our prayers and sympathies to the family of Dr. Tiller. Pregnancy Care Center condemns the murder of Dr. Tiller and any violent acts as a means of ending abortion.
Pregnancy Care Centers (PCC) of Springfield and Aurora provide life-affirming pregnancy and relationship educational services to women and men, ages 12 - 45, of Southwest Missouri. The Springfield and Aurora centers provide these services at no charge. Women facing unexpected pregnancy deserve to be fully informed about all pregnancy options before making a final pregnancy decision. PCC equips them to make educated pregnancy choices by providing accurate, medical information about pregnancy options in a safe, compassionate environment.
The purpose of PCC is to provide life-affirming services. Therefore, the board of directors, staff and volunteers of our center do not support any type of violence or confrontation as a means of ending abortion. Neither do we support any such activity against anyone who disagrees with our position on such issues.
For more information:
Cindi Boston, (417) 880-1030
director@pccchoices.org
Posted in Press Releases.
– June 1, 2009
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