The Arkansas River Power Authority and the Town of Springfield
Municipal Electric Utility Announce College Scholarship Application Deadline
The Arkansas River Power Authority and the Town of Springfield Municipal Electric Utility are
accepting college scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 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 2025-2026 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 15,
2025. 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.
On March 27th, 2025, US Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04) Staff, will host mobile office hours, at Springfield Town Hall . This allows staff to be available to constituents who aren't getting answers from federal agencies, like veterans seeking to get the care they have earned from the VA, travelers that need expedited assistance to receive a passport on short notice, taxpayers being harassed by the IRS, and senior citizens having issues with the Social Security Administration or Medicare.
Constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Mobile Office Hours will be held from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM.
Constituents are invited to come to the office hours to express their viewpoints on legislative issues or request special Congressional Commendations from the Congresswoman recognizing outstanding public achievements. Mobile Office Hours will be held from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM.
Are you tired of these 50-ish° days?🥶😠 Are you day dreaming of summer... no snow❄ , sunshine🌞 , swimming pools🏊♂️ ? - Because SAME!!!! 🙋♀️🏖
Town of Springfield is accepting applications for Lifeguards and Swimming Instructors for the 2025 swim season!
For the full job description please click here: https://www.springfieldco.gov/page/employment-opportunities
For the job application please click here: https://www.springfieldco.gov/forms/5864 Or you can come into Town Hall at 748 Main St., Springfield, CO 81073 to pick up an application.
Town of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Town of Springfield is accepting applications for Lifeguards and Swimming Instructors for the 2025 swim season!
For the full job description please click here: https://www.springfieldco.gov/page/employment-opportunities
For the job application please click here: https://www.springfieldco.gov/forms/5864 Or you can come into Town Hall at 748 Main St., Springfield, CO 81073 to pick up an application.
Town of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
🌟 Attention Springfield Businesses & Community Members! 🌟
We’re excited to announce the revamp of Springfield’s Business Directory! 🏡🍽️🔨
If you own or operate a business, restaurant, or rental property, or if you are a contractor, local hobbyist, or organize community happenings, we want to feature YOU! Help us create the most up-to-date and comprehensive directory for our town.
👉 Additionally, if you are hosting a community event, please email us! We would love to add it to our website's Events Calendar.
✅ Submit your information easily via:
📍 Our Website at https://www.springfieldco.gov/forms
📱 Our App (Search Town of Springfield, CO in your App Store)
📋 Google Form at https://forms.gle/3XtNMYNJwBgqstFaA
📧 Email at communityinfo@springfieldco.gov
Join us in supporting local and making it easier for the community to find what they need right here in Springfield! 💙
We’re excited to announce the revamp of Springfield’s Business Directory! 🏡🍽️🔨
If you own or operate a business, restaurant, or rental property, or if you are a contractor, local hobbyist, or organize community happenings, we want to feature YOU! Help us create the most up-to-date and comprehensive directory for our town.
👉 Additionally, if you are hosting a community event, please email us! We would love to add it to our website's Events Calendar.
✅ Submit your information easily via:
📍 Our Website at https://www.springfieldco.gov/forms
📱 Our App (Search Town of Springfield, CO in your App Store)
📋 Google Form at https://forms.gle/3XtNMYNJwBgqstFaA
📧 Email at communityinfo@springfieldco.gov
Join us in supporting local and making it easier for the community to find what they need right here in Springfield! 💙
There will be a control burn at the Town of Springfield Landfill today. The Baca County Sheriff's Office has been notified.
Due to the forecasted high winds, the landfill will be closed tomorrow February 14, 2025.
The Town of Springfield will be closed Monday February 17, 2025 for President's Day.
The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda is linked here: https://5il.co/37j13
Due to high winds, the landfill will be closed today February 5, 2025.
The Town of Springfield will be closed Monday January 20th, 2025 for Martin Luther King JR Day. We will see you all on Tuesday!
The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 16th, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. This meeting is the rescheduled meeting due to postponing last week's meeting because of the weather. The amended agenda is linked here: https://5il.co/34xf3
See you Monday, January 13th!
The Town of Springfield Landfill is closed today, October 18th, 2024 due to high winds.
The Town of Springfield is allowing the burning of leaves, grass, weeds, or other plant materials, on weather permitting days until sundown on December 31st, 2024. All controlled burns MUST be called into the Baca County Sheriff's Office at 719-523-4511. The complete General Burning Permit can be read at: https://5il.co/2z44r
The Town of Springfield Landfill is closed today, October 17th, 2024 due to high winds.
The Town of Springfield Landfill is closed today, October 16th, 2024 due to high winds.
Your vote matters! By supporting Ballot Issue 2A, you’re helping to fund essential services that keep Springfield safe and thriving. Let’s build a brighter future together! #YesOn2A #InvestInSpringfield
The Springfield Board of Trustees will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Springfield Town Hall. The agenda is linked here: https://5il.co/2ygd9
On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, during Springfield's annual Arbor Day Celebration, Kathy Self was recognized for her dedicated service to the town. In conjunction with Arbor Day, October 2 was declared 'Kathy Self Day' in the Town of Springfield! For 33 years, Kathy has dedicated her life to planting trees and flowers throughout our community, creating green, healthy spaces for all to enjoy. If you see Kathy, make sure to thank her for her service!
Did you know that a 1% increase in sales tax can provide approximately $333,000 annually for our community? Vote YES on 2A to strengthen our local government and improve our town!
#SpringfieldStrong
