WELCOME!
Town Hall is open to the public. Thank you for your consideration as we work thru the COVID19 pandemic. For your convenience, please continue to use the night drop to the north of the front door. If paying with cash, you may round up to the next dollar and we will post it to your account. Please include the bill stub, or name and service address on the envelope to ensure we apply to the correct account. You may pay online at GovPayNow.com or use the link at the bottom of our website. We will continue to answer the phone if you need our assistance. Thank you.
The Town Offices will be closed Monday, February 21, 2022 in honor of President's Day! Have a safe weekend.
ELECTIONS - The Town of Springfield Regular Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. The Election will be conducted via polling place. There will be three (3) Trustee positions on the ballot. Nomination petitions will be available for circulation beginning on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 8am. Nomination petitions must be filed with the Town Clerk NO LATER THAN MONDAY, January 24, 2022 at 5pm. Candidates must be at least eighteen (18) years of age on Election Day; must be a registered elector, and must have resided within the incorporated limits of the Town of Springfield for twelve (12) consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the election.
Job Opportunity: the Town of Springfield seeks a full time electric employee. Under Superintendent direction, the successful applicant will perform a variety of skilled technical, and maintenance work in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of Springfield's electrical system. CDL license is required, or the ability to acquire on within six (6) months. The starting salary is $31,200/yr + depending upon qualifications. Applications accepted until December 15, 2021. Please call Town Hall 719-523-4528 for information. EOE
SHOP SMALL SEASON has ended. The Baca Bucks may be spend at participating businesses thru JANUARY 31, 2022. Participating businesses: Blackthorne Rose, Campo Cafe, Everitt Moore Home Center, Gypsy Moon, Katelyn's Flower Barn, Longhorn Steakhouse, Main Street Bistro, NAPA - Springfield Auto Supply, Red Feather Gifts, Rustic Rose, The Crazy Iguana, Trails End, Walsh - Miller Specialties & More, and Maverick Media. 4 tokens is $20 Baca Bucks.
The Recycling Bins at Town Hall were moved to Peoples Credit Union. Thank you for continuing to recycle.
The Board of Trustees passed Resolution 21-12 to adopt a Master Fee Schedule on November 10, 2021.
COVID19 Vaccinations are available at the Baca County Public Health Office, 741 Main St, Ste 4, Springfield. Please call 719-523-6621 for the next date.
We will call people on our contact list prior to Mosquito Fogging. If you wish to be notified, please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 523-4528.
See the 2021 Consumer Confidence Report - Water Quality Report click here
The Town of Springfield made adjustments to the water rates effective April 1, 2021 and sewer rates August 12, 2021. Click on the water and sewer links for further information. The meter has been adjusted to reflect the increase in bulk water purchases.
Please complete your annual ATV, UTV, and Golf Cart registration at the town hall. See Ordinance 348, at the right, for more details.
Please Protect your Family and Friends. see CDPHE: COVID Dial - COVID-19 Information
NEW Landfill Fee Schedule - January 14, 2021 Click Here You must present a current Colorado drivers license or Colorado ID, and Springfield residents must present a current utility bill. Thank You to the 246 households that returned the Landfill Survey. click here Board of Trustee Meeting January 14, 2021
- Resources
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Arkansas River Power Authority
Colorado Department of Human Services
Funding for Assisted Living and Senior Care
Guide To Paying For Senior Care in Colorado
Senior Guidance Assisted Living
Small Business Development Center
- COVID-19 news
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TOWN Offices are Open to the Public. Please practice social distancing. Use the drop box north of the front door for your convenience. visit CDPHE: COVID-19 Information
Many people are struggling with economic hardships as a result of COVID-19. If you have been impacted by the pandemic and have fallen behind on the payment of your home energy bills, help is available to qualifying households. Please apply to the Colorado State LEAP Program or Energy Outreach Colorado's Bill Payment Assistance Program. Learn more at https://www.energyoutreach.org/programs or call 1-866-432-8435. We are here to help.
Local Emergency Ratification Resolution 20-09
Ordinances, Resolutions, Financial Statements, Budget, Municode
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DATE 00/00/00 Ordinance Number Ordinance (attached here) 7/8/21 351 Recreational Veh "RV" Park 10/21/20 350 SECHD rezone in Stewart Addition 8/13/20 349 Recreational Vehicles 8/13/20 348 Golf Carts/ATV/UTV 8/13/20 347 Municipal Code 3/23/20 346 Emergency Meetings 7/11/19 345 Tiny Homes 7/11/19 344 Construction Trailer 9/13/18 343 Rezone Blk 9 Original Springfield 2/13/18 341 Publish ORD by Title Only 2/13/18 340 Occupational License Tax - Lodging 1/11/18 339 Recovery of Cost - Collection Fees 9/7/17 338 Mobile Home/Manufactured Home 6/1/17 321 Zoning - Resolutions
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- MUNICODE
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MUNICODE is a compilation of the Springfield Municipal Code. We are pleased to have this available to the public online for easy viewing. New ordinances will be added as they are adopted to keep the code current. click here MUNICODE
- 2018 Budget
- 2017 Financial Statement
- Permits
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Building Permit, Conditional Use Permit, Variance Permit, Itinerant Merchant Permit (Business License)
Burn Permit - spring and fall for residents, dates will be posted.
Recreational Vehicle Permit - includes RV, motor home, camper, and fifth wheel. See Ordinance 349.
ATV, UTV, Golf Carts - See Ordinance 348
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Itinerant Merchant License (business license)
Liquor License
- CORA Request Form and Policies
Latest News
Town Hall is open to the public. Watch the COVID dial as we may still transition between levels. For your convenience, please continue to use the night drop to the north of the front door. If paying with cash, you may round up to the next dollar and we will post it to your account. Please include the bill stub, or name and service address on the envelope to ensure that we apply to the correct account. We will continue to answer the phone if you need our assistance. Thank you for taking care of your neighbors. visit CDPHE: COVID Dial
COVID19 Vaccinations are available at the Baca County Public Health Office, 741 Main St, Ste 4, Springfield. Please call 719-523-6621 for the next date.
Job Opportunity: the Town of Springfield seeks a full time electric employee. Under Superintendent direction, the successful applicant will perform a variety of skilled technical, and maintenance work in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of Springfield's electrical system. CDL license is required, or the ability to acquire on within six (6) months. The starting salary is $31,200/yr + depending upon qualifications. Applications accepted until December 15, 2021. Please call Town Hall 719-523-4528 for information. EOE
The FALL burn permit is active November 24, 2021 to December 31, 2021. Residents must call the Baca County Sheriff's Office 719/523-6677. Burning is for the clearing of leaves, grass, weeds or other plant material during daytime hours. Fires MUST BE attended at all times. Please prevent fire hazards and extinguish the fire and EMBERS prior to sunset. NO BURNING on RED FLAG WARNING DAYS.
The Board of Trustees passed Resolution 21-12 to adopt a Master Fee Schedule on November 10, 2021.
The Town of Springfield made adjustments to the water rates effective April 1, 2021 and sewer rates effective August 12, 2021. Click on the water and sewer links for further information. The meter has been adjusted to reflect the increase in bulk water purchases.
Please complete your annual ATV, UTV, and Golf Cart registration at the town hall. See Ordinance 348, for more details.
Springfield Water System - the Drinking Water is in Compliance 1.28.21 click here Drinking Water Warning 12.3.20 click here
NEW Landfill Fee Schedule - January 14, 2021 Click Here You must present a current Drivers License or Colorado ID, and Springfield residents must present a current utility bill. Thank you to the 246 households that returned the Landfill Survey. See landfill options: click here
We are pleased to have The Springfield Municipal Code available at a link under the MUNICODE tab above. You can view the code from your home or wherever you have internet service. click here
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Mosquito Fogging is done prior to the County Fair. We will call people on our contact list prior to fogging. If you wish to be notified, please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 523-4528.
August 4, 2020 Special Election Official Results: Marijuana Licensing Authority is Vote No: 491 and Vote Yes: 34
Donations are appreciated to "Baca County Fireworks Fund" and mail to PO Box 4, Springfield CO 81073
The Springfield Town Hall has recycling bins for paper, glass and aluminum. Cardboard can be taken to recycling by the Peoples Credit Union on Second Avenue.
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Landlords - contact Town Hall for assistance.
Water/Sewer/Electrical - Springfield Town Hall 719-523-4528
Gas Company/ Atmos Energy - 1-888-286-6700
Arkansas River Power Authority
Southeast Colorado Power Association
Trash Hauling -
Plains Disposal 719-353-2114
Harmon Town and Country 719-529-0737
Dog License - required for all dogs, see the Springfield website page for information
Grocery Store: Baca Thriftway, 165 W 11th St, Springfield CO 81073 719-523-4222
Dollar General Store, 27540 US Hwy 287, Springfield CO 81073 719/733-3449
Springfield Clinic, SECHD, 900 Church St, Springfield CO 81073 719-523-6628
R & R Family Pharmacy, 909 Main St, Springfield CO 719-523-6201
Phone and Internet Services:
SECOM 719-384-8583
Century Link 1-800-201-4099
Viaero/Southeast Wireless, 681 Main St, Springfield CO 81073 719-523-6236 or 719/523-3127
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Many people are struggling with economic hardships as a result of COVID-19. If you have been impacted by the pandemic and have fallen behind on the payment of your home energy bills, help is available to qualifying households. Please apply to the Colorado State LEAP Program or Energy Outreach Colorado's Bill Payment Assistance Program. Learn more at https://www.energyoutreach.org/programs or call 1-866-432-8435. We are here to help.
- Cares Act Funding
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The CARES ACT provides funding for Baca County Residents. The Baca County Public Health Agency has funding available to assist people with rent, mortgage and utility payments. This is a one-time use. To be eligible for benefits, you must be at or meet 200% of the federal poverty line as determined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget. Proof of income, identification and residency is required.
Call the Baca County Public Health Agency at 719/523-6621 and ask for Maria for information or for an appointment.
- Emergency Housing Assistance Program
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To Qualify for the Emergency Housing Assistance Program (EHAP):
· You were unable to pay your rent, mortgage or mobile home lot rent because you experienced financial need due to COVID-19.
· Your household monthly income is at or below the maximum income listed here.
· You have not already received rental assistance that covered your rent or mortgage or mortgage forbearance.
· You complete the application for assistance and provide all of the needed documentation.
· Other qualifications and documentation required will be explained by the agency you work with to access the funds.
· Units that receive rental assistance through a voucher program are not eligible.