The Town of Springfield would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family of our Former Mayor, Mr. Jay Suhler, as they gather on Saturday to celebrate the life of a man who served our town with distinction and heart.

There are never the right words to say in a moment of grief, but Mayor Wittler shares his reflections on what Jay's years of dedicated service mean to him and to the Town.
4 days ago, Town of Springfield
Mayor Josh Wittler reflects on the legacy left by former Mayor Suhler. It reads as follows: "From the Mayor’s Desk: “And Then Some” I once heard excellence defined as, “doing what is required, and then some.” Last week, when I learned of Jay Shuler’s passing, I immediately thought, “Man, what a loss for our community.” As I reflected more, I realized it was more than that. When we consider the ways he built our community, worked diligently to better our town, and unselfishly gave of his time to help citizens, we can recognize what a blessing it was to have Jay and the legacy of excellence he left behind. If you live in Baca County, you have been impacted by Jay’s service-directly or indirectly. Jay’s service on the Springfield Board of Trustees began by “doing what was required” when he filled a vacancy on the board in June of 1981. His search for service opportunities never ended, and over the next 44 years, he certainly did the “and then some” part. After becoming an elected trustee the following year, Jay was appointed to the Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA) Board of Directors in 1983, where he would serve (with a brief break) until December of 2025. For 11 years, he served as president of the ARPA Board of Directors. On the Board of Trustees, Jay was appointed as the Mayor Pro Tem by his peers in early 1986, and then elected as the Mayor of Springfield in 1987. He served in the mayor’s capacity for 29 years. One can tell, through personal stories of people’s experience with Jay, that he cared deeply about the Town of Springfield and its citizens. Specifically, I remember visiting with a young person who had moved out of the county in the early 2000s and was pursuing a specific professional license. This required certain experience and supervision from a “certified professional” which became an obstacle to obtaining said license. The individual contacted Jay. Once again, he did more than was required. He made some phone calls and wrote some letters to help convey the requirements for the license had already been completed. I should have included, that Jay never sought any recognition for this act of service.I’m certain that this is one of many (like far too many to count) such stories. This is one of those times where, “Man, what a great loss.” is also, “Man, how special is it to have this legacy.”, And, “Man, are we doing what is required? And then some?” Thank you, Jay for your service and your legacy of excellence. -Mayor J. Wittler"
3 photo collage, with a grey background featuring pictures of Former Mayor Jay Suhler. The collage reads Jay Suhler Former Town of Springfield Mayor ARPA Board of Directors Member for Springfield You will be missed

The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Work Session on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda can be found at this link: https://aptg.co/Gmfjnr 

5 days ago, Town of Springfield
Gauges are measuring 2 1/2" this morning!! Feeling awfully thankful for all of the rain, but that does mean the Landfill is far to muddy!

The landfill will remain closed today, September 24, 2026, due to muddy conditions!
5 days ago, Town of Springfield

If you live along a route highlighted in blue, on the attached map, your water service will be temporarily interrupted tomorrow, September 22, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Roosevelt St. from 7th Ave. through 9th Ave., along W 9th Ave. from Roosevelt St. to Hill St., and along Hill St. from W 9th Ave. to W 11th Ave. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528.

8 days ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield showing the area affected by a water service interruption beginning September 22, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The highlighted area is along West 8th through West 11th Avenues, near Hill Street and extending westward. A blue notice on the map reads, “Water Service Interruption to begin tomorrow, September 22, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.”

The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda can be found at this link: https://aptg.co/YBKc8m

8 days ago, Town of Springfield
Due to high winds, the Landfill is now closed today, September 17, 2026.
12 days ago, Town of Springfield

The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda can be found at this link: https://aptg.co/jvzpk7

13 days ago, Town of Springfield

If you live along a route highlighted in blue, on the attached map, your water service will be temporarily interrupted tomorrow, September 15, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Hill St from 7th Avenue through 9th Avenue. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528.

15 days ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield showing a highlighted area along South 8th Street between West 7th Avenue and West 9th Avenue. A blue notice states: “Water Service Interruption to begin tomorrow, September 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM.
Due to slightly muddy conditions, the Springfield Landfill will have a delayed opening this morning of 10:00 AM. (Sept. 10, 2026)
19 days ago, Town of Springfield

The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. Agendas can be found at this link: www.springfieldco.gov/documents/23851919 

20 days ago, Town of Springfield

The Town of Springfield will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

27 days ago, Town of Springfield
Labor Day closure notice for Monday September 7 2026 featuring an american flag and the town of springfield logo

If you live along a route highlighted in blue, on the attached map, your water service will be temporarily interrupted today, September 1, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Santa Fe St. from 6th Avenue through 9th Avenue and along 9th Avenue from Santa Fe St. to College St.. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528.

28 days ago, Town of Springfield
Map of routes affected by water service interruption, highlighted in blue, for Sept. 1, 2026 beginning at 9:00 am
If you live along a route highlighted in blue, on the attached map, your water service will be temporarily interrupted tomorrow, August 25, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Tipton St. from 6th Avenue through 9th Avenue. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

The road closure on 7th Avenue is not extending through Tipton St. Road closures will be continuously changing as crews progress on our water project. It is important to stay aware of road signs and traffic cones that would indicate a road closure.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528.
about 1 month ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield showing the area affected by a water service interruption, marked in blue along Tipton Street from W. 6th Avenue to W. 9th Avenue, then east to Main Street. The interruption is scheduled to begin Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
FINALLY A TOWN! Well, folks… rumor has it the new Springfield sign is finally going up. And would you look at that—we apparently can have nice things around here. WE GOT ANOTHER ONE. 😏 And this time, she’s going to shine. Word on the street is that some great local folks all put their hands together to fund the sign, make the sign, and even run power to the sign. The biggest heartfelt THANK YOU! to each and every one of you who brought this idea to the side of our building. And an even bigger thank you to the people who made their voices heard and never settled for the wrong word being displayed on our Town Hall. Its always incredible to me how change and progress can happen so quickly when people come together. Like I said the last time we chatted about the signage on the building.. Springfield has always been a work in progress. A little fixing here.. A little improving there.. One project at a time when people and funding, of course, come together to make it happen. — The TOWN of Springfield Sidekick
about 1 month ago, Town of Springfield
Exterior of a brick building with a “Town of Springfield, Colorado” sign above the entrance.
Exterior of a brick building at night with a “Town of Springfield, Colorado” sign illuminated above the entrance.
If you live along a route highlighted in red on the attached map, your water service will temporarily interrupted tomorrow, August 20, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Colorado St. from 5th Ave. to 7th Ave., and along 7th Ave. from Main St. to Colorado St. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528
about 1 month ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield, Colorado, showing a planned road closure and water service interruption. The affected streets are highlighted in red, including a section of Colorado Street between West 5th Avenue and approximately West 7th Avenue, with an additional closure extending east from Colorado Street to Main Street. A red text box near the bottom of the map reads: "Road Closure and Water Service Interruption to begin tomorrow, August 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM.

Heads up, Folks!

The Street Department is preparing to fog for mosquitos tonight!! If the wind continues to subside and cooperate, they are planning to be out and about around 9:00 PM, tonight August 18, 2026.

about 1 month ago, Town of Springfield
Graphic with yellow and gray caution stripes and the Town of Springfield, Colorado logo at the top. Bold yellow text reads 'Mosquito Fogging Tonight' above a large yellow warning triangle with an exclamation point.
If you live along a route highlighted in red on the attached map, your water service will temporarily interrupted tomorrow, August 18, 2026.

Progress on our water project needs the water disconnected along Colorado St. from 5th Ave. to 9th Ave., and along 9th Ave. from Main St. to Colorado St. Crews will be going door to door to inform affected residents of this temporary outage.

If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 719-523-4528
about 1 month ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield showing the area affected by a water service interruption, marked in red along Colorado Street from W. 5th Avenue to W. 9th Avenue, then east to Main Street. The interruption is scheduled to begin Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda can be found at this link: www.springfieldco.gov/documents/23851919 

about 2 months ago, Town of Springfield
If you live along a route highlighted in green on the attached map, this post is for you.

Our street sweeper informed us that they will be on your streets soon with a tentative start date of Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Please try to have all vehicles and personal property removed from the street to allow for proper sweeping!
about 2 months ago, Town of Springfield
Map of Springfield showing planned street sweeping routes. Streets highlighted in green are scheduled to be swept first, with a tentative start date of August 13, 2026. Streets highlighted in red will be swept immediately after the green routes are completed.
**Update: 1:48PM- Everyone should be reconnected. If you are still without, please call the number listed below. The guys are aware of the power outage and are working on getting it fixed. If you have any questions, please call Tammy, Town Manager, at 719-353-2398. (8/9/26)
about 2 months ago, Town of Springfield