~ Springfield, MO - The City of Springfield has announced that those interested in serving on the City Council can now pick up packets from the City Clerk's office or access the information on the City's website. The packets will be available starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

According to City Clerk Anita Cotter, petitions for candidacy must be obtained through the City Clerk's office and cannot be downloaded. Completed petitions must be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk between Dec. 9, 2024 and Jan. 21, 2025. Special accommodations can be made by contacting Cotter at 417-864-1651.

The upcoming election on April 8, 2025 will decide five seats on the City Council. The first day for filing will be Dec. 9, 2024 and completed petitions must be delivered to the City Clerk's office during regular business hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) from Dec. 9, 2024 through Jan. 21, 2025.

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The following seats are up for election for a four-year term: Mayor (currently served by Ken McClure), Zone 1 (currently served by Monica Horton), Zone 4 (currently served by Matt Simpson), General Seat A (currently served by Heather Hardinger), and General Seat B (currently served by Craig Hosmer).

In order to qualify for candidacy, individuals must be registered voters in the City of Springfield and have been a resident for at least two years prior to appointment. Those running for Zone Council seats must have been a resident of the specific zone they are running for at least one year immediately prior to appointment.

Additionally, candidates must not have any felony convictions or delinquent taxes under state law RsMO115.306(1) and (2). They must also have completed and filed Missouri Department of Revenue form 5120 per state law RsMO 115.306(2).

This is an opportunity for citizens of Springfield to have a direct impact on their local government and make a difference in their community. Interested individuals are encouraged to pick up packets and begin the process of running for City Council.

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