The Town of Springfield currently does NOT have a general burning permit in place. This means NO BURNING of any kind is allowed within town limits at this time.
The Town typically opens burning permits a couple of times each year; however, current conditions remain extremely dry, and we do not feel it is safe to allow burning at this time. Even during permitted times, only yard debris may be burned — never trash or lumber.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping keep our community safe. We will notify residents, with proper procedures to take, if conditions improve and a permit is approved. For now, if you see smoke in town, please call it in!
If you have questions, please contact Town Hall. We can be reached at 719-523-4528.
See you all on Tuesday!
The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda is linked here: https://aptg.co/JqGXt2
The Arkansas River Power Authority and the Town of Springfield Municipal Electric Utility are accepting college scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. ARPA is offering one $700.00 scholarship to a high school senior in each of its member cities. The Springfield Municipal Electric Utility will match the ARPA award of $700.00, resulting in a $1,400.00 scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year. To be eligible, a student must be a high school senior residing with a family receiving electric service from the Town of Springfield Municipal Utility. The application deadline is April 20, 2026. Application forms, scholarship requirements, and eligibility criteria are available either through the High School Counseling Office or at the Town of Springfield. A local selection
committee will name the winner of the award. The winner of the scholarship will be announced in May.
ARPA is an intergovernmental power authority created in 1979 by the municipalities of Holly, La Junta, Lamar, Las Animas, Springfield and Trinidad, Colorado. ARPA furnishes the wholesale electric power needs of its member municipalities.
If you have spent the weekend quietly considering it...
NOW IS YOUR TIME!!!
Election Petition Packets are due today, January 26, 2026 by 5:00 PM!! Make sure you give yourself enough time to properly complete the packet AND return it by the 5pm cut off time! We hope to see you soon!
By then, it’s too late.
If you care about Springfield and want a voice at the table, now is the time to step up. Throw your name in the hat and give yourself the opportunity to help guide decisions and be the change you want to see in our community.
-Nomination petitions are available now
-Due January 26, 2026 at 5:00 pm
-Election Day: April 7, 2026
If you’ve ever thought about making a difference, this is your moment. Step forward, get involved, and help shape the future of Springfield. Here's how to claim your seat at the table:
Board of Trustee nomination packets are now available for pickup at Town Hall. Available positions include: Four (4) Trustee Seats, and One (1) Mayor Seat. Completed packets are due by Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM and must be filed with the Town Clerk.
Candidate Requirements:
• At least 18 years of age on Election Day
• A registered elector
• Must have lived within the incorporated limits of the Town of Springfield for the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the election
Important Dates to Know:
• Nomination petitions available for RIGHT NOW!! Come get yours today!
• Completed Nomination Packets Due to Town Clerk: January 26, 2026 by 5:00 PM
• Election Day: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, via polling place
The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda is linked here: https://aptg.co/grJgVR