The Springfield Metropolis Council assembly was full of massive choices and a few heated moments:
– Emotional farewells for the police and hearth chiefs after almost three many years of service every.
– A zoning request for an extended dock on Lake Springfield drew sturdy warnings about altering the foundations — but the council accredited the extension unanimously.
– A brand new 24-unit condominium mission for residents with disabilities received enthusiastic help and a inexperienced mild, with decreased parking necessities to match residents’ wants.
– The council accredited $250,000 extra for the Progress Alliance, however not earlier than a tense debate about ensuring east facet neighborhoods get their fair proportion. After almost an hour, a $50,000 modification for focused growth handed unanimously.
– A break up vote over political adverts on bus benches ended with the mayor breaking the tie — political adverts are actually out, however business adverts keep.
Watch the total assembly on YouTube:
