Mayor Misty Buscher Expands Community Engagement Efforts

As part of the City of Springfield’s plan for community engagement, Mayor Misty Buscher is expanding opportunities for residents to connect with City leaders.
 
Mayor Buscher launched an initiative focused on building stronger connections between the community and City government. The first step in this process was a series of open houses with four city agencies, Springfield Fire, Public Works, Springfield Police, and City Water, Light, and Power, which was held during the summer. The second step was the launch of the online City Navigator tool (available on https://www.springfield.il.us/ ), which provides residents with multiple ways to communicate online, including the Community Connections platform.
 
The third phase will focus on engagement at the Ward level. Beginning in fall 2025, Mayor Buscher and each Ward’s Alderperson will jointly host a Springfield Community Connections event, making direct engagement with residents more accessible and personal. Attendees will have the chance to meet with the Mayor, their Alderperson, and senior staff from key departments, and to engage in one-on-one conversations with representatives from several City agencies.
 
Residents are encouraged to attend these events to meet department leaders, access helpful resources, and share openly the issues that matter in their ward. Each session will also provide materials designed to keep community members engaged and informed well beyond the day of the event.
 
Save the Date: Upcoming Springfield Community Connections in Ward 7
Saturday, September 6
8:30 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Café Moxo
2661 Chatham Road, Springfield, IL
 
“Strong communities are built on listening and collaboration,” said Mayor Misty Buscher. “These gatherings give us the chance to hear directly from residents of each ward and work together to make Springfield even stronger.”
 
This series is part of the Buscher administration's commitment to ensuring the City of Springfield is actively listening, learning, and leading with residents at the center. Please be on the lookout for the upcoming Springfield Community Connection dates and locations.
 
If you need help locating your ward, please visit the Ward Map on the City’s website to check your address!