Special Programming

A collection of videos, produced by CityView, for specific, various purposes.

Note: Videos below and in this section of the website are older, archived videos. For the most recent CityView videos and programming, please visit our new site.

• Talkin Transportation : Sep 15, 2011 - 0 hr 1 min 14 sec

  Description: The 6 lanes of Highway 65 are now open. Work continues on the 60/65 interchange - the northbound ramp off 65 to eastbound 60 is closed until early October.

• Firefighter Recruitment : Aug 25, 2011 - 0 hr 1 min 13 sec

  Description: The Springfield Fire Dept. will begin recruiting again in Oct. 2011. Check www.springfieldmo.gov/fire for updates and details.

• IDEA Commons : Aug 22, 2011 - 0 hr 4 min 46 sec

  Description: IDEA Commons is an area of downtown Springfield, a new type of urban research park - where people can live, shop, learn, create and work - bringing together companies, lofts, non-profits, retail space. It will help to revitalize the area, retain amazing talent and promote economic development.

• Storm Drain Art : May 24, 2011 - 0 hr 1 min 0 sec

  Description: An effort to raise public awareness regarding storm water runoff. The message was conveyed through an artistic storm drain decorating competition. The peoples choice design was titled "Down to the River". The winning artist was Brad Davenport of Springfield.

• State of the Parks : Apr 26, 2011 - 0 hr 44 min 34 sec

  Description: Parks Director Jodie Adams and others provide an overview the Springfield-Greene County Park system today and for the future.

• State of the City : Apr 07, 2011 - 0 hr 23 min 20 sec

  Description: Mayor Jim O'Neal provides his annual State of the City report to the Good Morning Springfield audience.

• Springfield Fire Dept. Award Ceremony : Mar 25, 2011 - 0 hr 44 min 50 sec

  Description: The Springfield Fire Department presents more than 20 awards to Firefighters and Citizens.

• Missouri Career Center : Feb 14, 2011 - 0 hr 5 min 44 sec

  Description: Meeting the Needs of Businesses in the Ozarks: The Missouri Career Center offers a wide range of services to the businesses of Greene, Christian, Stone, Taney, Webster, Dallas and Polk Counties. Learn how our services can help your business transition to the next phase of this economy.

• Public Hearing/Joint Study Session of City Council and the Board of Public Utilities : Aug 17, 2010 - 2 hr 35 min 23 sec

  Description: City Utilities staff presents an overview of the proposed 2011 Annual Operating Budget to City Council and the Public Utilities Board.

• Presentation to City Council on Coal Tar Sealants : Aug 03, 2010 - 1 hr 45 min 51 sec

  Description: Dr. Barbara Mahler and Dr. Peter Van Metre of USGS present findings from studies on coal tar sealants in other communities to City Council. The presentation was for Council's information only as it studies these sealants, and does not represent the policy or views of the City of Springfield or City Council.

• Know Your Parks : Aug 01, 2010 - 0 hr 25 min 55 sec

  Description: On this month's show, we take an extended look at Dickerson Park Zoo, one of the Park Board's most unique locations. From exhibit maintenance and continued growth at the Zoo to the various animals and services its staff and volunteers offer daily, we'll take you behind the scenes for it all.

• Campbell Avenue Closure and Detours : Jul 21, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 10 sec

  Description: Campbell Avenue between Meadowmere St. and Catalpa St. is closed for up to 4 months. These animated detour map show alternate routes north and south for Campbell Ave. drivers.

• Valley Water Mill Park Equestrian Center Dedication : Jul 16, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 35 sec

  Description: Dedication Valley Water Mill Park Equestrian Center Springfield,MO. Horses, Clinics, Sheriffs Posse, Indoor Riding Arena, Outdoor Arena, Open for special events. Horseback Riding, Parks Recreation Horse Related Activities

• Meet the 2010 Springfield Lasers : Jul 09, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 54 sec

  Description: The Springfield Lasers of World Team Tennis will play several home matches in July at the Cooper Tennis complex.

• James River Freeway & National Ave. Briefing : Jul 07, 2010 - 0 hr 15 min 8 sec

  Description: Press briefing on the National Avenue bridge crossing James River Freeway (U.S. 60) closure the weekend of July 9-11, and re-open as the city's second diverging diamond interchange early July 12.

• The Commons at Jordan Valley Ground Breaking : Jul 07, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 40 sec

  Description: Ground Breaking for The Commons at Jordan Valley on July 7, 2010

• Talkin' Transportation : Jul 07, 2010 - 0 hr 2 min 0 sec

  Description: The National Avenue bridge crossing James River Freeway (U.S. 60) will be closed the weekend of July 9-11, and re-open as the city's second diverging diamond interchange early July 12. Here's a quick look at how to navigate the area during the closure.

• Know Your Parks : Jul 06, 2010 - 0 hr 26 min 24 sec

  Description: On this month's episode, we're on location at Silver Springs Park Pool to look at the new improvements and amenities and to talk about other ways to stay cool this summer. We'll also learn a little more about World Team Tennis, as it makes its return to Springfield this July with the Springfield Lasers.

• Police Chief Paul Williams Swearing-In Ceremony : Jul 01, 2010 - 0 hr 7 min 0 sec

  Description: Paul F. Williams was sworn in as the next Chief of the Springfield Police Department at 9 a.m., Thursday, July 1, 2010 in the Council Chambers at Old City Hall.

• Incoming Police Chief Paul Williams : Jun 22, 2010 - 0 hr 2 min 45 sec

  Description: Incoming Police Chief Paul Williams addresses the 60th Academy class of the Springfield Police Dept.

• Dreamnight at the Zoo 2010 : Jun 18, 2010 - 0 hr 3 min 10 sec

  Description: Dreamnight is a free night at the zoo for children with chronic illness and disabilities and their families. Follow the Ehrhardt family of Monett Missouri on their June visit.

• Fly Springfield June 2010 : Jun 10, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: Two new destinations have been added for those traveling from the Springfield-Branson National Airport - Detroit and Minneapolis via Delta Airlines.

• Mayor O'Neal Thanks Springfield Voters : Jun 09, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 12 sec

  Description: Springfield Mayor Jim O'Neal personally thanks voters for renewing the 1/4 cent Sales Tax for Capital Improvements for a seventh time. It passed on June 8 with a 70 percent approval rating.

• Know Your Parks : Jun 04, 2010 - 0 hr 26 min 0 sec

  Description: Known as one of the premier public tennis facilities in the nation, the June episode takes a closer look at the Park Board's Cooper Tennis Complex. We also get an update on Lake Springfield, Rutledge-Wilson Farm and Valley Water Mill Parks, along with plans for a new Equestrian Center.

• Mayor O'Neal's State of the City 2010 : Jun 03, 2010 - 0 hr 29 min 23 sec

  Description: Mayor Jim O'Neal presents his 2010 State of the City address at the Good Morning Springfield program hosted by Ozarks Technical Community College.

• Police Chief Announcement : May 28, 2010 - 0 hr 18 min 59 sec

  Description: City Manager Greg Burris announced that Paul F. Williams has been appointed as the new Chief of Police for the City of Springfield.

• Public Forum on Storage Containers : May 26, 2010 - 0 hr 43 min 58 sec

  Description: Planning, Building Development Services and the Fire Dept. took input from the public on the proposed amendments to the City's Zoning ordinance and Fire Code as related to Storage containers.

• Working as Promised, Part 4 : May 24, 2010 - 0 hr 3 min 29 sec

  Description: On June 8, voters will be asked to renew the 1/4 cent Sales Tax for Capital Improvements. In this fourth and final video we look at new projects - projects that would be designed during the next three-year cycle for future consideration.

• Working as Promised, Part 3 : May 17, 2010 - 0 hr 3 min 40 sec

  Description: On June 8, voters will be asked to renew the 1/4 cent Sales Tax for Capital Improvements. In this third video we look at continuation projects or those projects where design and right-of-way work has begun.

• Lost Hill Park Dedication excerpt : May 14, 2010 - 0 hr 3 min 31 sec

  Description: Jack Owen, owner and resident at Lost Hill park area for decades, shared a story or two at the dedication of the 132 acre park recently opened north of Springfield. Greene County Presiding Commissioner also spoke about the significance of the park.

• MO National Guard to Lease Old Airport Terminal : May 13, 2010 - 0 hr 12 min 58 sec

  Description: News Conference announcing the Missouri Nat'l Guard will lease approx. 25,000 square feet of the old terminal at the Springfield-Branson Nat'l Airport.

• Working as Promised, Part 2 : May 11, 2010 - 0 hr 4 min 44 sec

  Description: On June 8, voters will be asked to renew the 1/4 cent Sales Tax for Capital Improvements. In this second video, we look at the “meat and potatoes” of the program — the traditional projects. About half of the money raised will go into these maintenance-type projects such as street paving and sidewalks.

• Downtown Hotel Site News conference : May 05, 2010 - 0 hr 15 min 22 sec

  Description: City Manager Greg Burris answers questions from the media following Hammons Hotels’ announcement that it will not follow through on a contract agreement for a new downtown hotel.

• Know Your Parks : May 04, 2010 - 0 hr 28 min 32 sec

  Description: Our May episode focuses on the Railroad Historical Museum of Springfield, located in Grant Beach Park. The program also features the Boys and Girls Clubs of Springfield-Henderson Unit, along with the new Hovey House, both located in Grant Beach Park.

• Working as Promised, Part 1 : Apr 30, 2010 - 0 hr 4 min 7 sec

  Description: 20 years ago the City passed the first 1/4 cent Sales Tax for Capital Improvements. Since that time $152 million has been used on more than 268 projects and the tax has been renewed six times.

• Artsfest/Artsfiesta 2010 : Apr 27, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Artsfest celebrates its 30 year anniversary and Artsfiesta joins them Saturday on Walnut St. with special guests, an all-female Mariachi band, Mariachi Femenil Nuevo Tecalitlan, from Springfield’s sister city of Tlaquepaque, Mexico.

• Donations bring burn building back to life : Apr 13, 2010 - 0 hr 2 min 55 sec

  Description: The Springfield Fire Department is able to start using its “burn building” again thanks to some generous donations from the community’s private sector.

• Know Your Parks : Apr 07, 2010 - 0 hr 27 min 52 sec

  Description: In our April episode, we take the show on the road to Lake Country Soccer Complex to learn more about soccer programs and the 18-field facility. We also learn about our School-Park section and its relationship with Springfield Public Schools. A list of April events concludes the program.

• Bike, Bus, Walk Week 2010 : Apr 06, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: “Drive Less. Live More.” Join Ozark Greenways May 17-21, 2010, by taking the challenge to get to work or school without a car during “Bike, Bus, Walk Week”. For more information, check out our website at www.ozarkgreenways.org

• 2010 State of the Parks : Mar 30, 2010 - 0 hr 59 min 40 sec

  Description: The Springfield-Greene County Parks released its first State of the Parks report with findings from studies conducted related to budgeting, staffing and economic impact for the region.

• Bee Payne Stewart Strut 2010 PSA : Mar 30, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: The Strut will kick off at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 24, at Mediacom Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway, and wind its way through downtown Springfield.

• Kevin McGowan: Blue Urban : Mar 23, 2010 - 0 hr 35 min 18 sec

  Description: Kevin McGowan of Blue Urban, provides an update on the Heers' Building re-development project.

• Mystery Hour Google skit : Mar 17, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 54 sec

  Description: Springfield's own Skinny Improv is getting on board with the Google fiber project. Check out this off-beat video from the Skinny's Mystery Hour improv talk show.

• Google Fiber for Communities Search : Mar 17, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 35 sec

  Description: Patterned after Google's own Super Bowl search spot, this spot produced by City Utilities offers many reasons why Springfield would be a great choice for Google's Gigabit Fiber to the Home project.

• Try Springfield MO : Mar 17, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Live. Work. Play. A quick look at all three in Springfield Missouri.

• Imagine 100x faster internet : Mar 16, 2010 - 0 hr 1 min 1 sec

  Description: The City of Springfield hopes to be Google's selection for their pilot Gigabit Fiber to the Home project.

• Resolution for Google Fiber for Communities Project : Mar 08, 2010 - 0 hr 10 min 42 sec

  Description: A resolution for the City of Springfield's Participation in the Google Fiber for Communities Project.

• Corpse Flower at Nathanael Greene Park : Mar 04, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 58 sec

  Description: See the rare Amorphophallus titanum - or the Corpse Plant known for its horrible stench when blooming - will be displayed at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day in the community meeting room on the north side of the park toward the Japanese Stroll Garden.

• Surplus Properties Sale– Group 6 : Mar 03, 2010 - 0 hr 2 min 23 sec

  Description: The City now offers seven more properties for sale. Deadline for bidding on property in Group 6 is March 11. More information may be found on the city website at www.springfieldmo.gov or by calling the Purchasing Dept. at (417) 864-1624.

• Know Your Parks : Mar 03, 2010 - 0 hr 28 min 33 sec

  Description: On this Mar. episode, we'll visit Chesterfield Family Center, where we'll take a look at the Aquatics Center and CPR/Lifeguarding classes available, among other things. We'll also see what's in store for the inaugural National Ag Day at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. A full listing of upcoming events concludes the program.

• Press Conference: Supreme Court's Red Light Camera Decision : Mar 02, 2010 - 0 hr 17 min 42 sec

  Description: City Attorney Dan Wichmer and other officials react to the Missouri Supreme Court's ruling against Springfield's red light camera process.

• “10 Weeks Festival" Arts in Action : Feb 25, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 33 sec

  Description: "10 Weeks Festival", March 12 through May 23, features over 100 performing and visual arts events. The goal of the Festival is to also raise funds for our community's arts agencies endowments, as well as the "Care to Learn" program.

• “10 Weeks Festival" Arts in Action : Feb 25, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: "10 Weeks Festival", March 12 through May 23, features over 100 performing and visual arts events. The goal of the Festival is to also raise funds for our community's arts agencies endowments, as well as the "Care to Learn" program.

• CVB 2010 Tourism Awards : Feb 22, 2010 - 0 hr 6 min 58 sec

  Description: The Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau presented the Diplomat Award to the Springfield-Branson National Airport and the Spotlight Award to the Springfield-Greene County Parks Board at their 30th anniversary banquet.

• Ozone Disinfection Groundbreaking : Feb 17, 2010 - 0 hr 9 min 29 sec

  Description: Mayor Jim O'Neal hosts EPA Region 7 Director Karl Brooks, Dru Buntin, Deputy Director of Missouri's DNR and John Moore, President of the Upper White River Basin Foundation for the groundbreaking at the new Ozone Disinfection section of the Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Springfield-Greene County Parks Dept. CODP Paralympics and Archery Announcement : Feb 09, 2010 - 0 hr 9 min 41 sec

  Description: The Springfield-Greene County Parks Dept. announces the beginning of Community Olympic Development Programs for Paralympics and Archery for local athletes.

• Lock It To Stop It! : Feb 05, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Locks don’t work unless you use them, so lock it up or lose it.

• Know Your Parks : Feb 04, 2010 - 0 hr 26 min 59 sec

  Description: In the Feb. 2010 episode of Know Your Parks, we take a look at the wide array of programs available to area seniors and through the Parks’ Accessible Recreation section. You’ll also find out the amenities Doling Family Center offers you and your family year-round. A full list of remaining winter events ends the show.

• State of the Airport 2010 : Feb 04, 2010 - 1 hr 0 min 32 sec

  Description: Gary Cyr, Director of Aviation for the Springfield-Branson National Airport and Michael Boyd, aviation consultant with the Boyd Aviation Group present the State of the Airport 2010 and an overall report on the industry.

• Mobile Career Center Bus dedication : Feb 03, 2010 - 0 hr 2 min 32 sec

  Description: The Missouri Career Center dedicates the latest tool to help unemployed southwest Missourians in their job searches. A custom made bus allows Career Center staff to travel throughout the region helping customers.

• Surplus Properties for Sale group 5 : Jan 29, 2010 - 0 hr 3 min 22 sec

  Description: The City of Springfield is selling surplus properties. Deadline for submission of bids on Group 5 is February 17.

• Our 2009-10 Listening Tour : Jan 14, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 28 sec

  Description: The City of Springfield wants your input on four questions to help us prepare for a new long-range strategic plan. listen.questionpro.com

• Rockin' at the Rink : Jan 13, 2010 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Learn figure skating & hockey! Classes forming now! 866-7444

• Groundbreaking for New Transportation Management Center : Jan 12, 2010 - 0 hr 11 min 38 sec

  Description: The City & MoDOT break ground on a jointly operated Transportation Management Center. The new TMC will act as a nerve center for an intelligent transportation grid that includes an array of traffic monitoring cameras and the ability to adjust traffic signals in real-time to respond to accidents, events, weather & more.

• Fire Department News Conference : Jan 11, 2010 - 0 hr 22 min 39 sec

  Description: The announcements include the ISO rating agency’s response to the Fire Department’s Action Plan and a community volunteer effort included in the Action Plan.

• Fire Chief, David Hall's Swearing In : Dec 21, 2009 - 0 hr 9 min 52 sec

  Description: A 20-year veteran of the Springfield Fire Department, David Hall was sworn in today as Springfield’s 20th fire chief in the 130 years since the department was founded in 1879.

• Mayor Jim O'Neal Offers a Holiday Greetings : Dec 11, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 15 sec

  Description: The Springfield City Council and City staff extend our best wishes for the holiday season and the new year.

• 7 Day Free Trial Promo : Dec 09, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: 7 Day Free Trial for Chesterfield and Doling Family Centers.

• Know Your Parks : Dec 07, 2009 - 0 hr 27 min 30 sec

  Description: On this winter edition of Know Your Parks, we’ll show you some of the activities happening during the months of December and January. From Christmas at the Farm and Festival of Lights to the annual Eagle Days celebration and a Turkey Trot ’09 recap, there’s a flurry of activities to cover.

• Festival of Lights 2009 : Dec 01, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 33 sec

  Description: Springfield’s annual downtown Christmas parade begins at 1 p.m. Saturday December 12.

• Festival of Lights 2009 Promo : Nov 27, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 33 sec

  Description: Springfield's six week celebration of the season in Center City features free and affordable family fun. Check itsalldowntown.com for a complete list of Festival of Lights events and for more information.

• There's Something For Everyone : Nov 23, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Purchase your gift certificate at any park location.

• Women, Infants and Children – Our WIC Visit : Nov 23, 2009 - 0 hr 7 min 26 sec

  Description: Learn about the programs and services WIC has to offer as you follow a local family on their first visit.

• Media Briefing on Home Explosion : Nov 20, 2009 - 0 hr 16 min 55 sec

  Description: The City of Springfield and City Utilities held a media briefing to detail the current status on the home explosion at 2550 W. Chestnut St. Officials were available to answer media questions.

• Mayor Jim O'Neal - United Way : Nov 13, 2009 - 0 hr 2 min 3 sec

  Description: Mayor Jim O’Neal talks about the annual United Way campaign as it reaches for its final goal and targets programs for children at risk.

• Post-Election Media Briefing : Nov 04, 2009 - 0 hr 35 min 52 sec

  Description: City leaders held a media briefing Wednesday to discuss what’s next following Tuesday’s successful sales-tax election. Mayor Jim O’Neal, City Manager Greg Burris and Citizens’ Task Force Chair Jerry Fenstermaker made comments before taking media questions.

• Thank You! : Nov 04, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 50 sec

  Description: Springfield Mayor Jim O'Neal thanks voters for the outcome of Tuesday's sales-tax election.

• Nov. 3 referendum : Nov 03, 2009 - 0 hr 26 min 11 sec

  Description: Citizens’ Task Force Vice Chair Jerry Harmison makes a presentation about the Nov. 3 referendum at a recent Junior League of Springfield meeting.

• Dickerson Park Zoo SPOOKTACULAR 2009 : Oct 31, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 12 sec

  Description: Dickerson Park Zoo SPOOKTACULAR. Oct. 22-31, 6:30-9 p.m. dickersonparkzoo.org

• Know Your Parks : Oct 28, 2009 - 0 hr 26 min 1 sec

  Description: In a special November episode, we take an extended look at the 207-acre Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park. Considered a classroom, we learn how the Farm Park is offering live animals, seasonal crops, hands-on learning and professional instruction to better demonstrate how a working farm operates year-round.

• Know Your Parks: Trails Summit : Oct 16, 2009 - 0 hr 28 min 30 sec

  Description: Take a look at the current state of trails and trail development across Missouri, as presented in a special program taped during the 2009 Missouri Trails Summit, held in Springfield, Mo. Missouri Park and Recreation Association and Missouri Trails – Making Connections Across the State.

• Talkin' Transportation : Oct 12, 2009 - 0 hr 2 min 5 sec

  Description: New lower speed limits on Highway 65 during construction and an update on the 2nd Diverging Diamond under construction at James River Expressway and National Avenue.

• Know Your Parks : Oct 05, 2009 - 0 hr 28 min 14 sec

  Description: For our Oct. episode, we visit Historic Doling Park and its Museum, Family Center and more. We also find out how to satisfy your sweet tooth at Dickerson Park Zoo and meet one of its feathered residents. Plus, we’ll learn about a 3-week Fitness Festival coming to Springfield and take a look at some upcoming fall events.

• 7 Day Free Trial Promo : Sep 23, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: 7 Day Free Trial for Chesterfield and Doling Family Centers.

• Harvest Fest 2009 promo : Sep 21, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 44 sec

  Description: Come to Harvest Fest Sept. 26 & 27 at the Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park in southwest Springfield for hayrides, a 12-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, live music and more. Admission is free - some activities may have additional charges. More info at parkboard.org

• Know Your Parks : Aug 31, 2009 - 0 hr 27 min 38 sec

  Description: On our September episode, we take a look at Outdoor Initiatives, Ozark Greenways, and all the great outdoor fun to be had in southwest Missouri. We'll also see what's happening with indoor tennis. And at the end of the program, we see what fall activities your family can enjoy.

• Talkin' Transportation : Aug 31, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 37 sec

  Description: Work to expand Highway 65 to six lanes through Springfield begins August 31. The project runs seven miles from I44 to Route 60. Nighttime lane closings and lane shifting will be required. Speed limits will be 50 mph in work zones. Blasting will occur at night and traffic may be stopped during these times.

• Mediacom Newsleaders - Jodie Adams : Aug 10, 2009 - 0 hr 5 min 6 sec

  Description: Springfield-Greene County Parks Director & ’09 National Recreation and Park Association President Jodie Adams sits down for a Mediacom Newsleaders segment on the importance parks play both on the local and national level. The segment is part of a rotating feature on CNN Headline News.

• Talkin' Transportation : Aug 10, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 25 sec

  Description: Change and more change is coming to the intersection of Glenstone Avenue and Interstate 44 in Springfield, MO. I44 will be closed on Saturday August 15 to tear down the remaining older Glenstone bridge that spans I44.

• Talkin' Transportation : Aug 03, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 11 sec

  Description: A major traffic shift has occurred at the Glenstone Ave. /I44 interchange with traffic now shifted to the northbound bridge and work underway to replace the old southbound bridge.

• Know Your Parks : Jul 27, 2009 - 0 hr 26 min 2 sec

  Description: The August episode features the beautiful Rivercut Golf Course, recently named the No. 1 public course in the state. We also talk about soccer and what’s happening at Lake Country Soccer. A full list of upcoming activities is available at the end of the program.

• CityView Channel 80 Switch PSA : Jul 27, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: TV23 - now CityView, is moving from its analog channel 23 position to channel 80 on Mediacom. With a converter box, the CityView channel will show at position 80. With a QAM tuner equipped TV set, it may be found at channel 15.1 which may require manual programming in order for the channel to be displayed.

• Spotlight on Springfield’s Tennis Community : Jul 07, 2009 - 0 hr 4 min 38 sec

  Description: Springfield has an 80-year history of tennis in its community. Take a look at what makes Springfield unique, and how public-private partnerships are key to the success.

• Know Your Parks : Jun 29, 2009 - 0 hr 29 min 32 sec

  Description: Our July show highlights the 113-acre Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, its future botanical center, new butterfly house, and other features. The Springfield Lasers professional tennis team and World TeamTennis format are also featured. Plenty of summer event and program information is also included.

• Talkin' Transportation : Jun 18, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 25 sec

  Description: The bridge at I44 and Kansas (Highway 13) will be closed to ALL traffic north or southbound from 6 p.m Saturday June 20 until 6 a.m. Monday June 22 to complete work on the new diverging diamond interchange.

• Special City Council Meeting : Jun 09, 2009 - 0 hr 48 min 51 sec

  Description: City Utilities and City Council reviewed and discussed possible sites for the downtown Bus Transfer Station and potential use of eminent domain at their Special June 9 meeting.

• City Council Budget Workshop : Jun 08, 2009 - 1 hr 34 min 3 sec

  Description: City Council restored funding for two positions - an epidemiologist in Health and a Budget Analyst in Finance, in their budget final workshop.

• H2Ozark : Jun 05, 2009 - 0 hr 28 min 0 sec

  Description: This video, produced by the Water Quality Improvement Project, focuses on southwest Missouri's water quality issues and what is being done to improve our valuable resource.

• 2009 Park Board Pool Hours and Locations : Jun 05, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 5 sec

  Description: Beat the heat by visiting one of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board's many pools this summer, this video tells you the hours and locations for each pool.

• City Council Budget Workshop : Jun 04, 2009 - 2 hr 12 min 27 sec

  Description: City Council hears budget summaries from the Planning Dept., Finance, City Clerk and PIO. The Mayor’s Commission on Human Rights also briefs Council on their mission at the June 4 Budget Workshop.

• City Council Budget Workshop : Jun 02, 2009 - 1 hr 8 min 38 sec

  Description: City Council reviewed budget allocations for NGOs or not-for-profit service partners and looked at its own budget during Tuesday’s budget workshop.

• Know Your Parks : Jun 01, 2009 - 0 hr 29 min 2 sec

  Description: June’s show takes a look at one of Springfield’s largest parks, the Lake Springfield Park, and ways you can canoe and kayak the waters of the James River Water Trail. The program also highlights the new off-leash Cruse Dog Park and the summer happenings at the Dickerson Park Zoo.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 28, 2009 - 1 hr 37 min 7 sec

  Description: The Springfield-Greene County Health Department, Building and Development Services and Public Works for the City all made presentations to City Council on the impact of proposed budget reductions.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 26, 2009 - 1 hr 9 min 52 sec

  Description: Fire Chief Barry Rowell and Police Chief Lynn Rowe explain their budgeting and manpower situation to City Council at this week's Budget Workshop.

• Talkin' Transportation : May 25, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 28 sec

  Description: Another update from MODoT on the latest project underway - the multi-year 60/65 interchange reconstruction.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 19, 2009 - 1 hr 11 min 21 sec

  Description: City Council is reviewing the FY10 budget for the City of Springfield at their May 19 lunch meeting.

• Former Mayor Tom Carlson Interview : May 13, 2009 - 1 hr 9 min 4 sec

  Description: Former Springfield Mayor Tom Carlson reflects on 26 years of public service in this interview with Director of Public Information, Louise Whall.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 12, 2009 - 1 hr 23 min 7 sec

  Description: City Council is reviewing the FY10 budget for the City of Springfield at their May 12 lunch meeting.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 05, 2009 - 1 hr 0 min 39 sec

  Description: City Council began reviewing the FY10 budget for the City of Springfield at their May 5 lunch meeting.

• Know Your Parks : Apr 27, 2009 - 0 hr 27 min 33 sec

  Description: The 30-minute monthly show features Springfield-Greene County Park Board programs, facilities and events. This month’s episode highlights public pools, youth and adult golf and tennis, along with a listing of upcoming May events and Programs.

• Talkin' Transportation : Apr 24, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 59 sec

  Description: The Kearney St. bridge over Route 65 is only one of several major construction projects underway in Springfield. Talkin’ Transportation takes a closer look.

• Directions to the Dickerson Park Zoo : Apr 20, 2009 - 0 hr 1 min 0 sec

  Description: Wondering how to get to the Dickerson Park Zoo with all the construction at I-44 and Highway 13? This video makes it easy!

• Talkin' Transportation : Apr 13, 2009 - 0 hr 3 min 36 sec

  Description: Talkin' Transportation takes a look at the Kansas Expressway and Interstate 44 interchange project and provides some useful information on how to navigate this intersection during the construction phase.

• Know Your Parks : Mar 31, 2009 - 0 hr 23 min 11 sec

  Description: Springfield-Greene County Park Board's monthly 30-minute show featuring park programs, facilities and events. The show also takes a look at the behind-the-scenes staff and volunteers who make the areas operate day-to-day. Every-day users of the system will also be highlighted.

• The Ten Weeks Festival Promo : Mar 14, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: Dance, Theater, Music, Visual Arts. Springfield Arts organizations join forces to present the 10 Weeks Festival, March 14 – May 31. Visit The10Weeks.com or call (417) 862-ARTS.

• Promise 5 - Opportunities to Help Others : Mar 11, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: I want to make a difference and help the world to be better. Help us keep the promise to give every child a chance to help others. Log on to redwagonkids.net to see what we are doing to keep our promises.

• Promise 2 - Safe Places : Mar 11, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: I need a safe place at home, at school and for play. Help us keep the promise to make sure EVERY child has a safe place. Log on to redwagonkids.net to see what we are doing to keep our promises.

• Promise 4 - An Effective Education : Mar 11, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: I want to graduate from high school some day. Help us keep the promise so every child can get an effective education. Log on to redwagonkids.net to see what we are doing to keep our promises.

• Promise 3 - Healthy Start : Mar 11, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: I need a healthy body, a healthy mind and good habits. Help us keep the promise to give every child a healthy start. Log on to redwagonkids.net to see what we are doing to keep our promises.

• Promise 1 - Caring Adults : Mar 11, 2009 - 0 hr 0 min 31 sec

  Description: I need a grown-up who cares about me. Help us keep the promise to make sure EVERY child has a caring adult in his/her life. Log on to redwagonkids.net to see what we are doing to keep our promises.

• State of the City 2009 : Mar 05, 2009 - 0 hr 32 min 57 sec

  Description: Mayor Tom Carlson discusses the current state of the City of Springfield and reflects on his 25 years in office as Springfield's longest-serving elected public official. The program was a question-and-answer format with Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jim Anderson.

• City Council Budget Reduction Presentation : Jan 06, 2009 - 0 hr 57 min 23 sec

  Description: City Manager Greg Burris presents his budget-reduction recommendations to Springfield City Councilmembers at their weekly lunch meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.

• FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps : Nov 07, 2008 - 1 hr 28 min 34 sec

  Description: FEMA holds a meeting to discuss new proposed flood maps to homeowners that may be affected by the changes. Also, a presentation to explain the maps and new insurance requirements by Connie Wisniewski, FEMA Region VII.

• City Manager's Police Fire Pension Fund News Conference : Oct 23, 2008 - 0 hr 33 min 0 sec

  Description: City Manager Greg Burris presents a proposal of a 1-cent sales tax for the February, 2009 ballot in order to improve funding of the Police Fire Retirement System.

• Employee Spotlight - Nichole Fowler : Sep 25, 2008 - 0 hr 7 min 5 sec

  Description: Nichole Fowler is an Animal Control Officer with the Springfield-Greene County Health Department. Her job responsibilities include ensuring animal well-being as well as preventing potential injury to humans by dangerous or wild animals.

• Run Wild : Sep 05, 2008 - 0 hr 0 min 10 sec

  Description: Pre-roll promo for Dickerson Park Zoo

• Overview of the Springfield Police Officer’s and Fire Fighter’s Retirement System : Aug 25, 2008 - 0 hr 50 min 19 sec

  Description: Police/Fire Pension Trustee, David Hall, provides an overview of the Police/Fire Pension for City Council (August 25, 2008)

• 2008 WTT League Match: Lasers at Breakers : Jul 10, 2008 - 1 hr 50 min 21 sec

  Description: The Springfield Lasers and Newport Beach Breakers compete in Newport Beach, CA during the 2008 World Team Tennis season with a star appearance by Lindsay Davenport.

• 2008 WTT League Match: Lobsters at Kastles : Jul 08, 2008 - 1 hr 50 min 27 sec

  Description: The Boston Lobsters and Washington Kastles compete in Washington D.C. during the 2008 World Team Tennis season with a star appearance by Serena Williams.

• 1/8th-cent sales tax : Jul 03, 2008 - 0 hr 7 min 52 sec

  Description: A video overview of the 1/8-cent sales tax for transportation renewal referendum on the Aug. 5, 2008 election ballot for Springfield voters.

• Snowfest '08 Promo : Jun 16, 2008 - 0 hr 0 min 33 sec

  Description: Beat the heat at the 7th annual Summer Snow Fest at Jordan Valley Park. Come out on June 21 from 4-9pm and enjoy a mountain of snow, kids activities, and much more. Stick around for special performances by American Idol Season One runner-up Justin Guarini, as well as Hotbox band and C-Club.

• Employee Spotlight - Karen Prescott : Jun 06, 2008 - 0 hr 6 min 54 sec

  Description: Karen Prescott is one of several inspectors with the Springfield-Greene County Health Department who make sure local restaurants prepare food in a safe manner. In this Employee Spotlight, she visits two different restaurants and we gain some insight into what is involved in a restaurant inspection.

• State of the City 2008 : Jun 05, 2008 - 0 hr 30 min 57 sec

  Description: Mayor Tom Carlson presented his annual State of the City report at the Good Morning Springfield! event hosted by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce.

• Crime Lab Construction Tour : May 28, 2008 - 0 hr 5 min 38 sec

  Description: Springfield and Greene County leaders hosted a hard-hat tour of the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crime Lab for regional government and public safety officials on Wednesday.

• City Council Budget Workshop : May 06, 2008 - 1 hr 1 min 1 sec

  Description: City Council discusses two proposed amendments to the draft budget for FY2008-09 and also continues their review of a Zoning Case, both of which will have their First Readings and Public Hearings at the May 19 Council meeting and at their weekly lunch meeting of May 20.

• Bee Payne Stewart Strut : May 06, 2008 - 0 hr 0 min 46 sec

  Description: Short video recapping the Bee Payne Stewart Strut in May 2008.

• A Charter in the Making : May 01, 2008 - 0 hr 21 min 5 sec

  Description: In 1953, the City of Springfield underwent a radical change when the City Charter was re-written. “A Charter in the Making” features interviews with three key players in that era as they recount their work to change Springfield’s form of government. May 2008 marks 55 years since the new charter took effect. Two of the subjects (Del Caywood and John Hulston) have passed away in recent years.

• City Council Budget Workshop : Apr 29, 2008 - 0 hr 51 min 30 sec

  Description: City Council met again on April 29 for another look at the budget before it is officially presented to the public.

• "The Symphony Does Broadway" 2008 Promo : Apr 25, 2008 - 0 hr 0 min 30 sec

  Description: 30 second promo for the free 2008 Symphony at ArtsFest concert.

• Council Lunch - Budget Points Voting : Apr 22, 2008 - 1 hr 2 min 0 sec

  Description: City Council voted on some spending priorities to be included in the forthcoming budget document at its lunch meeting Tuesday.

• Storage Containers Meeting : Jan 08, 2008 - 1 hr 23 min 0 sec

  Description: This is a meeting about the popular storage containers issue.