May 6 -- Transportation Walk & Talk

 

This Walk & Talk is hosted by the Transportation Collaborative, a group that brings together community members, neighborhood leaders, organizations, and local partners who care about how people get around Springfield. The Collaborative focuses on transportation issues like street safety, accessibility, transit options, and active transportation (walking, biking, rolling), always with an eye toward equity, health, and quality of life.

 

During the walk, we’ll:

• Talk about ongoing and upcoming construction and transportation projects

• Share thoughts on walking, biking driving and transit access in the neighborhood

• Make street-level environmental observations

• Identify and discuss food access challenges, including possible food deserts

You don’t need any special expertise—just comfortable shoes and a willingness to share what you notice and hear from others. The pace is relaxed, and the conversation is informal and welcoming.

 

Event details:
What: Transportation Walk & Talk
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Where: Oak Grove neighborhood (1357 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65804)

 

 

 

May 14 -- Mayor's Community Conversations'

Mayor Schrag and designated city leaders will be hosting meetings in our neighborhoods to listen to our concerns, ideas and appreciations.

These meetings will be a come-and-go format on dates to be determined in your area where you can speak face to face with the Mayor and city leaders. For this event we are again coming together with Brentwood Neighborhood, so please show your face and bring your ideas, concerns, and above all appreciation for our community.

 

Event details:
What: Mayor’s Community Conversations’
When: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Where: Schweitzer Church Student Center (2701 E State Hwy D, Springfield, MO 65804)

 

(Doors will not be open on the South side facing Sunshine, please park in the back where the larger part of the parking lot is, to come in the North door. )