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Posted on: October 22, 2021

Saturday's Clean Green Springfield Doling Branch Point of Pride Cleanup event cancelled

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Due to a stormy forecast, Saturday's Point of Pride Doling Branch Cleanup event at Doling Park is canceled. Thank you to those who volunteered.

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One week left to take advantage of no-cost mattress and TV recycling through Clean Green Springfield

Posted on: May 24, 2023

Springfield Environmental Services names Dan Jessen as Superintendent of Solid Waste division

Posted on: May 16, 2023

MEDIA ALERT: Clean Green Springfield Tire Toss and Jordan Creek Cleanup Saturday, May 6

Posted on: May 5, 2023

Special Disposal Opportunities through Clean Green Springfield begin May 1

Posted on: April 27, 2023

Second Lake Springfield Plan Meeting and Open House May 4

Posted on: April 26, 2023

MEDIA ALERT:Celebrate Earth Day with screening of “Toy Story 4,” indoor activities at the Art Museum

Posted on: April 20, 2023

Second Packet and Supply Pickup opportunity for Clean Green Springfield volunteers this Friday

Posted on: April 20, 2023

Clean Green Springfield continues with upcoming cleanup events and disposal opportunities

Posted on: April 12, 2023

Celebrate Earth Day with screening of “Toy Story 4,” family activities at the Art Museum

Posted on: April 6, 2023

Springfield’s Jordan Creek daylighting featured in national publication

Posted on: March 16, 2023

Registration now open for Clean Green Springfield 2023 volunteer opportunities

Posted on: March 15, 2023

MEDIA ALERT: City to host kickoff ceremony for Clean Green Springfield 2023 initiative March 15

Posted on: March 13, 2023

Environmental Services names Brandon Freeman as Superintendent of City’s sanitary sewer division

Posted on: February 16, 2023

Environmental Services Enviro Flick movie series to present "A Plastic Ocean" Feb. 16

Posted on: January 24, 2023

Recycling and repurposing options available for Christmas trees and décor this holiday season

Posted on: December 15, 2022

Environmental Services gathers input on how Springfieldians interact with water

Posted on: December 14, 2022

City awarded $17 Million in state Water Infrastructure Grants to help fund 14 stormwater projects

Posted on: November 22, 2022

MEDIA ALERT: Customer appreciation events at all City recycling drop-off sites tomorrow

Posted on: November 14, 2022

City, CU to kick off Lake Springfield planning process Nov. 17

Posted on: November 9, 2022

City celebrates America Recycles Day with customer appreciation at all recycling drop-off sites

Posted on: November 7, 2022

Pumpkins and organic decorations accepted for composting at all City recycling sites

Posted on: October 27, 2022

City solicits bids for sanitary sewer rehabilitation “open cut repair” contract

Posted on: October 21, 2022

City hosts sewer repair program open house on Oct. 20 for portions of Ravenwood neighborhood

Posted on: October 10, 2022

City of Springfield Environmental Services names Erick Roberts as assistant director

Posted on: September 28, 2022

City, CU select firm to plan future of Lake Springfield area

Posted on: September 12, 2022

Sewer smoke testing in Ravenwood, Prairie View Heights subdivisions planned July 25-29

Posted on: July 13, 2022

Springfield Environmental Services issues Request for Qualifications for professional services

Posted on: July 5, 2022

Approved fee increases at Noble Hill Landfill, Yardwaste Recycling Center to take effect July 1

Posted on: June 22, 2022

Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 17, 2022

Springfield Environmental Services launches educational blog

Posted on: May 9, 2022

Celebrate Earth Day 2022 in Springfield with movies, cleanup events and festivals

Posted on: April 14, 2022

Environmental Services to celebrate Earth Day with virtual screening of “2040: The Regeneration”

Posted on: April 6, 2022

City's Yardwaste Recycling Center and Franklin Avenue recycling sites reopened

Posted on: February 25, 2022

City recycling facilities to remain closed Feb. 24 due to inclement weather

Posted on: February 24, 2022

U.S. Dept. of Commerce invests $800K in plan redevelopment of former coal power plant site

Posted on: February 11, 2022

Recycling and repurposing options available for Christmas trees this holiday season

Posted on: December 15, 2021

Environmental Services reminds residents to think sustainably while decking the halls

Posted on: November 22, 2021

MEDIA ALERT: City celebrates America Recycles Day with customer appreciation at City recycling sites

Posted on: November 17, 2021

MEDIA ALERT: Informational open house for sanitary sewer projects near Pea Ridge Creek Nov. 18

Posted on: November 16, 2021

City celebrates America Recycles Day with customer appreciation, a movie and a wizard

Posted on: November 10, 2021

City to host informational open house for sanitary sewer projects near Pea Ridge Creek Nov. 18

Posted on: November 8, 2021

“EnviroFlick” movie series to present “Microplastic Madness” virtual movie screening and discussion

Posted on: November 4, 2021

Pumpkins and organic decorations accepted for composting at all City recycling sites

Posted on: October 19, 2021

MEDIA ALERT: West Meadows Point of Pride Cleanup 9 a.m. - noon tomorrow

Posted on: October 8, 2021

MEDIA ALERT: Packet pickup for Clean Green Springfield volunteers 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. this Friday

Posted on: September 30, 2021

First t-shirt and packet pickup opportunity for Clean Green Springfield volunteers this Friday

Posted on: September 27, 2021

City launches another round of Clean Green Springfield volunteer opportunities this fall

Posted on: September 24, 2021

City solicits public input on updates to Stormwater Management Plan through Sept. 22

Posted on: August 24, 2021

Springfield one of 13 communities highlighted in EPA report to Congress about integrated planning

Posted on: August 11, 2021

Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 22, 2021

Springfield Environmental Services forms new Water Quality Engineering and Development division

Posted on: June 21, 2021

Springfield Tree City USA receives Department of Conservation grant for gravel bed tree nursery

Posted on: May 25, 2021

City's “EnviroFlick” movie series to present “The Clean Bin Project” virtual screening and event

Posted on: April 14, 2021

Clean Green Springfield registrations surpass 1,000

Posted on: April 13, 2021

Clean Green Springfield initiative kicks off this spring

Posted on: March 30, 2021

City seeks to amend Overflow Control Plan to continue sound investment in sewer system

Posted on: March 23, 2021

Springfield shreds 100-ton recycling challenge, collects more than 111 tons of paper

Posted on: December 21, 2020

Recycling options available for live Christmas trees this season

Posted on: December 14, 2020

City reports reaching half-way point in 100-ton paper recycling goal

Posted on: December 3, 2020

City issues 100-ton paper recycling challenge in recognition of America Recycles Day

Posted on: November 12, 2020

Reminder: Pumpkins and organic decorations accepted at all City recycling sites

Posted on: October 28, 2020

Environmental review records for CDBG home rehabilitation project area available for public comment

Posted on: October 6, 2020

EPA visit highlights Springfield's Brownfields Program

Posted on: September 17, 2020

Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 25, 2020

City issues RFQ for architecture and engineering services for Jordan Creek daylighting project

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Springfield Environmental Services to mark 50th anniversary of Earth Day with virtual activities

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Final review opportunity of proposed updates to FEMA floodplain maps available through March 28

Posted on: March 13, 2020

Recycling options available for live and artificial Christmas trees this season

Posted on: December 19, 2019

You can recycle that! Environmental Services reminds residents to think green this holiday season

Posted on: December 4, 2019

City celebrates America Recycles Day with free coffee, doughnuts and a movie

Posted on: November 12, 2019

Environmental Services celebrates fall yardwaste cleanup season with a smash

Posted on: October 28, 2019

City issues reminder about yardwaste and debris disposal following storms

Posted on: October 21, 2019

City, downtown organizations asking the public to #scoopthepoop

Posted on: October 10, 2019

City hosts sewer program open houses for Rountree, Delaware, Phelps and University Heights neighbors

Posted on: September 16, 2019

Sewer smoke testing in Rountree, Delaware, Phelps and University Heights to take place in August

Posted on: July 29, 2019

City’s Environmental Services “Enviro Flick” movie series to present “Wall•E” Aug. 1

Posted on: July 24, 2019

Landfill fee increase effective Monday, July 1

Posted on: June 28, 2019

Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 19, 2019

Residents encouraged to review proposed updates to FEMA floodplain maps

Posted on: May 21, 2019
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Environmental advocates to “pass the baton” during Earth Day Ceremony Monday in Park Central Square

Posted on: April 19, 2019
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City’s Environmental Services “Enviro Flick” movie series to present “Bag it” tonight at 7 p.m.

Posted on: April 18, 2019
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City launches Yard Ethic certification program to connect residents with yard care resources

Posted on: April 4, 2019
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City hosts sewer program open house Feb. 28 for residents in eastern portion of Doling Neighborhood

Posted on: February 25, 2019
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Several options available for live, artificial Christmas tree recycling this season

Posted on: December 6, 2018
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Springfield Environmental Services wraps up sustainable holiday tips for residents

Posted on: December 6, 2018
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MEDIA ALERT: City celebrates America Recycles Day tomorrow with free doughnuts at recycling sites

Posted on: November 14, 2018
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City celebrates America Recycles Day Nov. 15 with free coffee and doughnuts at recycling sites

Posted on: November 7, 2018
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City’s Environmental Services department kicks off movie series Nov. 13 with “WASTED!"

Posted on: November 1, 2018
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City of Springfield Environmental Services names two assistant directors to staff

Posted on: September 13, 2018
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City expanding mattress recycling service to Franklin Avenue Recycling Center

Posted on: September 11, 2018
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Sewer smoke testing in Robberson and Weller neighborhood begins Monday

Posted on: July 26, 2018
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City Council hears update on Landfill Greenhouse Project

Posted on: June 19, 2018
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Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 18, 2018

16 honored at 17th annual Choose Environmental Excellence Awards

Posted on: April 27, 2018

Errin Kemper named City's next Director of Environmental Services

Posted on: March 22, 2018
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City to offer mattress recycling beginning March 23

Posted on: March 21, 2018

Portion of South Luster Avenue to close Tuesday-Friday

Posted on: March 5, 2018

City Environmental Services director announces retirement

Posted on: March 2, 2018
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Sewer smoke testing in Woodland Heights neighborhood begins Monday

Posted on: February 8, 2018

City to launch educational campaign on trash management system

Posted on: January 9, 2018

MEDIA ALERT: City celebrates America Recycles Day with free entry to Discovery Center 1-5 p.m Sunday

Posted on: November 3, 2017

MEDIA ALERT: City celebrates America Recycles Day with free entry to Discovery Center 1-5 p.m Sunday

Posted on: November 3, 2017

City celebrates America Recycles Day with free admission to Discovery Center 1-5 p.m. Nov. 5

Posted on: October 24, 2017
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City issues reminder of methods of contact regarding Sewer Repair program

Posted on: August 17, 2017
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Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 27, 2017
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Community Involvement Committee hears recommendations for reducing the use of coal tar sealants

Posted on: June 13, 2017
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Sewer smoke testing in Robberson and Woodland Heights neighborhoods starts Tuesday

Posted on: May 26, 2017
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MEDIA ALERT: City to dedicate improvements to Yardwaste Recycling Center 10 a.m. April 21

Posted on: April 20, 2017
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City shares results of Trash and Recycling Collection Efficiency Study

Posted on: April 18, 2017
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City to dedicate improvements to Yardwaste Recycling Center April 21

Posted on: April 12, 2017
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Celebrate Earth Month 2017 with a variety of events and activities

Posted on: April 3, 2017
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Source of green substance in Fassnight Creek confirmed

Posted on: January 20, 2017
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City reports non-hazardous dye found in Fassnight Creek

Posted on: January 19, 2017
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MEDIA ALERT: City to host second opportunity for input on trash and recycling at Open House Jan. 11

Posted on: January 9, 2017
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City seeks public input regarding trash and recycling collection

Posted on: December 22, 2016
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Sewer smoke testing near Evangel University to begin Dec. 12

Posted on: December 9, 2016
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MEDIA ALERT: Trash and Recycling Collection Study telephone survey begins Nov. 14

Posted on: November 14, 2016
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MEDIA ALERT: City to host public open house on efficiency of trash and recycling services Nov. 10

Posted on: November 2, 2016
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City celebrates completion of the South Creek Restoration Project

Posted on: October 26, 2016
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City of Springfield to study the efficiency of trash and recycling services, gather public input

Posted on: October 25, 2016
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MEDIA ALERT: City to celebrate the completion of the South Creek Restoration Project Oct. 26

Posted on: October 25, 2016
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Glenwood Village property owners invited to Private Sewer Repair Program open house Oct. 11

Posted on: October 10, 2016
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City’s Sustainability Officer Barbara Lucks announces resignation

Posted on: September 15, 2016
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City’s plan for continued sewer upgrades a sound investment

Posted on: August 30, 2016
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Brentwood area property owners invited to Private Sewer Repair Program open house tomorrow

Posted on: July 11, 2016
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Planned sewer rate increase takes effect July 1

Posted on: June 29, 2016
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Sewer smoke testing in Oak Grove neighborhood to begin June 22

Posted on: June 21, 2016
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EPA recognizes Springfield for 17 years of successful redevelopment using brownfields grants

Posted on: June 13, 2016
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Sewer smoke testing between North Patterson Avenue and Highway 65 to begin June 14

Posted on: June 10, 2016
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EPA awards $200,000 to Springfield for job training program

Posted on: May 18, 2016
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Sewer smoke testing on MSU campus begins May 18

Posted on: May 17, 2016
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Sewer insurance program not sanctioned by the City

Posted on: May 16, 2016
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Phase 4 of Springfield Private Sewer Repair Program to launch with May 17 meeting

Posted on: May 16, 2016
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Unhealthy air quality alert for Sunday, possibly Monday, for Springfield area

Posted on: May 7, 2016
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16th annual Choose Environmental Excellence awards announced

Posted on: April 29, 2016
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16th annual Choose Environmental Excellence awards to be presented Friday, April 29

Posted on: April 26, 2016
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Environmental Services dedicates Clean Water Services Operations Building

Posted on: April 22, 2016
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MEDIA ALERT: Public invited to Open House for new Clean Water Services Operations Building April 22

Posted on: April 20, 2016
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Yardwaste and Lone Pine Recycling Centers open Sundays during spring yard clean-up season

Posted on: April 7, 2016
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Celebrate Earth Month 2016 with variety of events and activities

Posted on: April 1, 2016
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City employee dies in accident at landfill

Posted on: February 10, 2016
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City maintenance worker injured in landfill accident

Posted on: February 10, 2016
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Sanitary sewer smoke testing this week around East Kearney between Glenstone and Burton

Posted on: February 9, 2016
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City’s newest street sweeper reinforces water quality message

Posted on: February 2, 2016
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UPDATE: Sewer smoke testing on MSU campus postponed due to impending weather

Posted on: January 5, 2016
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Environmental Services sponsors free day at Discovery Center to celebrate America Recycles Day

Posted on: November 12, 2015
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Don’t waste those leaves – recycle them!

Posted on: November 6, 2015
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EPA announces revised Ground-Level Ozone Standard; SGF currently in attainment

Posted on: October 1, 2015
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Ozarks Clean Air Alliance to host media workshop on ground-level ozone on Friday

Posted on: September 23, 2015
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Sanitary sewer smoke testing planned for next week in Ward Branch 05 basin

Posted on: July 17, 2015
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Unhealthy level air quality alert today and tonight

Posted on: July 7, 2015
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Sanitary sewer smoke testing to begin next week

Posted on: July 2, 2015