Springfield City Council Highlights

On this short, holiday week meeting, potential sign size increases were the main topic. Several project and community updates were also provided by the city staff and Police Chief. 14mins

Awards & Recognitions Municipal Services Planning & Zoning Public Safety & Police
Was this helpful?

Original Meeting

YouTube Channel Icon
Springfield City Council on YouTube
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024
4151.0
Full Meeting on YouTube
avatar
Alex Rosen
Durham, North Carolina
As the Executive Director of See Gov, I focus on how to best achieve our mission of expanding thoughtful and consistent participation in democracy. I develop See Gov's technology, work to grow our impact, and find ways to sustain our nonprofit. I live in Durham, NC and make highlight reels for Durham and other See Gov pilot communities.
View full bio
In This Video
  • Alderman Gregory expresses condolences for Mr. Howard Veal, Sr. and requests a moment of silence. 
  • Mayor Buscher transitions from the moment of silence to celebrating two young men, starting with Kane Baskett, acknowledging his achievements in hockey. 
  • Mayor Buscher acknowledges Jamarion Bardwell for his athletic and academic achievements, reading a proclamation in his honor. 
  • Mayor Buscher introduces agenda item 2024-241, referring a petition to the Springfield Planning and Zoning Commission for a public hearing on temporary signs in residential districts. Alderman Carlson and Alderman Redpath discuss the item. 
  • Alderman Carlson shares his concerns about going to larger signs. 
  • Alderman Redpath discusses the item, with a focus on the timing of any changes given the upcoming election. 
  • Alderman Donolen discusses the timeline for the proposed resolution on temporary signs. 
  • Alderman Hanauer expresses appreciation for the amendment and discusses concerns about sign sizes, preferring a reduction rather than an increase. 
  • Mayor Buscher asks for further discussion on the resolution with the adopted Exhibit A, which passes with 7 yes votes and 3 no votes. 
  • Mayor Buscher asks if there is any unfinished business, leading to Alderwoman Conley discussing ongoing issues with apartments on Washington Street. 
  • Corporation Council provides an update on the asbestos issue at the Washington Street apartments and the involvement of the Attorney General's office. 
  • Corporation Council provides an update on the asbestos issue at the Washington Street apartments and the involvement of the Attorney General's office. 
  • Alderman Gregory requests an update on the Stanford Ave. construction project. 
  • Alderman Gregory requests an update on the Stanford Ave. construction project. 
  • Alderman Gregory requests an update the status of cannabis grants. 
  • Director Yazel provides an update on the cannabis grants, stating that business grants should be coming out next week. 
  • Alderwoman Purchase commends the Police Department and community for their engagement during a large gathering over the weekend. 
  • Alderwoman Purchase commends the Police Department and community for their engagement during a large gathering over the weekend. 
  • Light-hearted discussion about a bobblehead night for the Police Chief and support for Compass for Kids. 
  • Mayor Butcher calls for a motion to adjourn the meeting, which is seconded and approved.