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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - May 6, 2025 in Community Meeting Notes 2025-05-07 07:20:25 -0400
Community Meeting - May 6, 2025
Our Springfield Community Meeting on May 6, 2025 covered the following topics:
- Welcome and Announcements
- Corner on Main Update
- Springfield Housing Market Update
- Main Street Landscaping
- Pearl Street Bridge Mural
- Closing Remarks
- Corner on Main After Hours Tour
Community members can access the agenda and review the presentation. Community members can also review the Florida Department of Transportation's plans for Main Street landscaping. Unfortunately, a video recording of this meeting is not available.
We are actively soliciting community input on the Main Street landscaping plan and the design for the Pearl Street bridge mural. Please contact [email protected] with comments, questions, or concerns. Community input will be forwarded to the Florida Department of Transportation and the design team for the Pearl Street bridge mural as appropriate. And we welcome input on other topics that are significant to the community as well.
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 1/21/2025 in Board Meeting Minutes 2025-02-20 08:02:29 -0500
Board Meeting - 1/21/2025
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet
- CALL TO ORDER (T. Grant) - 6 PM - in attendance: In person: Tyler Grant, Rachelle Miller, Kenny Logsdon, John Shermetaro, Justin Gravatt, Jose Acevedo, Jesse Wilson, Mallik Singareddy, Melissa Schmitt, Daniel Ashworth, Heidi Ford; Online: Jason Hardwic; Guests: Bill Hoff (in person), Bryant Shumaker (online; Staff: Mike Haskins (in person)
- LEARNING SEGMENT (P. Peeples)
- INTRODUCTION / COMMENTS FROM GUESTS
- CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (M. Singareddy)
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COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - (M. Singareddy)
- CCB/SAMBA - (T. Grant)
- Community Engagement - (A. Blitch)
- CPAC – (B. Shumaker)
- CRIC- (B. Shumaker / D. Ashworth)
- Demolition by Neglect Task Force - (A. Blitch & M. Viss)
- Design Review - (D. Ashworth)
- Fund Development – (M. Haskins)
- Governance - (J. Shermetaro)
- Home Tour - (M. Viss)
- Porchfest - (M. Haskins)
- Zoning Overlay Task Force - (K. Derringer)
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NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- MOTION - To accept oral resignation of Sekani Kobelt; PASSED
- MOTION - To dissolve the Asset Management Committee; PASSED
- MOTION - To dissolve the Organizational Design Committee; PASSED
- MOTION - To dissolve the Community Engagement Committee; PASSED
- MOTION - To dissolve the Holiday Society (Committee);PASSED
- MOTION - To establish the Membership Task Force organized as of the date of motion passage and concluding on the earlier of (i) Board’s vote for dissolution or (ii) December 31, 2025; PASSED
- MOTION - To establish the Holiday Task Force organized as of the date of motion passage and concluding upon Board vote for dissolution; PASSED
- REVIEW - Committee chairpersons to review charters and provide updates as necessary
- OLD BUSINESS
- STAFF REPORT
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- 1/18 - Community Cleanup
- 1/18 - Sheriff’s Watch - Neighborhood Crime Prevention Walk
- 1/24 - Annual SPAR Gala
- 2/11 - Community Meeting
- ADJOURN - 7:35(ish)
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 12/16/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2025-02-19 16:48:11 -0500
Board Meeting - 12/16/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, December 16, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Vice-president Tyler Grant at 6:01 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- N/A
Comments from guests:
Consent Agenda BOD Meeting Minutes/Committee Reports (Approved)
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Bryant Shumaker, Kenny Logsdon, Margie Viss, Pam Batts-Brown, Kelly Lezama, Jason Hardwick, Melissa Schmitt, Alison Blitch, Rachelle Miller
Absent: Annie Howe
Guests: Jose Acevedo, Jessie Wilson, Justin Gravitt, Bill Hoff, Tim Hope
Staff: Michael Haskins
Motions:
- Move to allocate $3,631.91 from Bold City Ball proceeds to the Endowment Fund (approved)
- Move to allocate $15,000 from operating account to the Endowment Fund (approved)
- Move to allocate Foundation donation of $10,000 to Prudential Equity account (approved)
- Move to accept board resignation of Annie Howe (approved) (Logsdon voted against)
- Move to update employee handbook (page 19-21) to reflect previous board vote for Executive Director’s paid time off (approved)
- 2025 Joyce Holbrook Award Vote (Bill Hoff - Approved)
- EC elections for 2025 (Tyler Grant - President, Melissa Schmitt - Vice-president, Malik Singareddy - treasurer, Margie Viss - secretary)
- Motion to accept changes in investment policy as saved in the board agenda (approved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:34
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, November 18th
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER John
- LEARNING SEGMENT
- COMMENTS FROM GUESTS
- CONSENT AGENDA BOD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS Ryan
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mallik
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COMMITTEE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - Mallik
- CC/SAMBA - Tyler
- Governance - Tyler
- Fund Development – Michael
- CPAC – Bryant
- CRIC- Bryant
- TAP Task Force- Katie
- Community Engagement- Alison
- Home Tour- Margie
- Demolition by Neglect Task Force- Alison & Margie
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NEW BUSINESS and RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- Org Design Recommendation
- OLD BUSINESS
- STAFF REPORT Staff Report
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Zoning Overlay Taskforce Community Meeting Overview (Meeting 11/19- 6pm)
- Porchfest Summary…. Reflection Meeting 11/20
- ADJOURN
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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - February 18, 2025 in Community Meeting Notes 2025-02-19 16:45:19 -0500
Community Meeting - February 18, 2025
Our Traffic Calming Community Meeting on February 18, 2025 covered the following topics:
- Welcome & Introductions
- Traffic Calming Introduction
- Traffic Calming Discussion
- Closing Remarks
Community members can review the presentation and watch the recording of the meeting.
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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - February 11, 2025 in Community Meeting Notes 2025-02-12 10:59:45 -0500
Community Meeting - February 11, 2025
Our Quarterly Community Meeting on February 11, 2025 covered the following topics:
- Springfield Housing Market Update
- 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Goal Planning
- Jacksonville Transportation Authority's Transit-Oriented Development for Phoenix Arts District
- Green Space Activation with Feeding Northeast Florida
Community members can review the presentation and watch the recording of the meeting.
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 11/18/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-12-30 16:04:17 -0500
Board Meeting - 11/18/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, November 18, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- N/A
Comments from guests: None
Consent Agenda BOD Meeting Minutes/Committee Reports (Approved)
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Bryant Shumaker, Kenny Logsdon, Margie Viss, Pam Batts-Brown, Kelly Lezama, Annie Howe, Jason Hardwick, Melissa Schmitt
Absent: Alison Blitch, Rachelle Miller
Guests: Jesse, Justin, Bill Hoff
Staff: None
Motions:
- Org Design Recommendation of unlimited PTO for Executive director (approved) - Annie, Margie, Katie oppose
- Motion to approve full bonus for Michael (approved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:15
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, November 18th
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER John
- LEARNING SEGMENT
- COMMENTS FROM GUESTS
- CONSENT AGENDA BOD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS Ryan
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mallik
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COMMITTEE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - Mallik
- CC/SAMBA - Tyler
- Governance - Tyler
- Fund Development – Michael
- CPAC – Bryant
- CRIC- Bryant
- TAP Task Force- Katie
- Community Engagement- Alison
- Home Tour- Margie
- Demolition by Neglect Task Force- Alison & Margie
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NEW BUSINESS and RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- Org Design Recommendation
- OLD BUSINESS
- STAFF REPORT Staff Report
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Zoning Overlay Taskforce Community Meeting Overview (Meeting 11/19- 6pm)
- Porchfest Summary…. Reflection Meeting 11/20
- ADJOURN
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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - December 2024 in Community Meeting Notes 2024-12-03 07:31:22 -0500
Community Meeting - December 2024
Our Quarterly Community Meeting on December 3, 2024 covered the following topics:
- Springfield Housing Market Update
- Community Updates
- Board of Directors Elections and Certification
Community members can review the presentation and watch the recording of the meeting.
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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - September 2024 in Community Meeting Notes 2024-12-02 17:51:02 -0500
Community Meeting - September 2024
Our Quarterly Community Meeting on September 3, 2024 covered the following topics:
- Springfield Housing Market Update
- Traffic Calming in Springfield
- Community Updates
- Board of Directors Elections
Community members can review the presentation and watch the recording of the meeting.
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Michael Haskins published Community Meeting - May 2024 in Community Meeting Notes 2024-12-02 17:50:46 -0500
Community Meeting - May 2024
Our Quarterly Community Meeting on May 7, 2024 covered the following topics:
- Springfield Housing Market Update
- Armory Project Update
- Springfield Cleanup Corps Launch
- Traffic Calming in Springfield
Community members can review the presentation and watch the recording of the meeting.
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 10/21/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-12-02 07:51:17 -0500
Board Meeting - 10/21/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, October 21, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- N/A
Comments from Councilman Chris Miller
Consent Agenda BOD Meeting Minutes/Committee Reports (Approved)
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Rachelle Miller, Jason Hardwick, Bryant Shumaker, Kelly Lezama, Kenny Logsdon, Annie Howe, Margie Viss
Absent: Melissa Schmitt, Alison Blitch, Pam Batts-Brown
Guests: Chris Miller, Tim Hope
Staff: None
Motions:
- Strengthen the Overlay Bill- 2024-0373 letter of recommendation (Approved)
- 2025 COJ Matching Grant board resolution (Approved)
- 2025 Preliminary Budget approval (Approved)
- 2025 New Board Member approval (Approved)
- Tap Task Force/Zoning Overlay Revision- RMD-S (Approved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:50
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 16th
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER John S
- LEARNING SEGMENT
- COMMENTS FROM GUESTS Groundwork Jax- Kay Ehas
- CONSENT AGENDA MAY BOD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS Ryan M
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mallik
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COMMITTEE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - Mallik
- CC/SAMBA - Tyler
- Governance - Tyler
- Fund Development – Michael
- CPAC – Bryant
- CRIC- Bryant
- TAP Task Force- Katie
- Community Engagement- Alison
- Home Tour- Margie
- Demolition by Neglect Task Force
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NEW BUSINESS and RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- Tap Task Force/Zoning Overlay Revision- RMD-S
- Karpeles Grand Rehab Funding letter of support, EVOTE- passed
- OLD BUSINESS
- STAFF REPORT Staff Report John S
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Prudential account changes
- Bold City Ball
- Porchfest Sponsorship
- ADJOURN
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 9/16/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-12-02 07:51:12 -0500
Board Meeting - 9/16/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, September 16, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- N/A
Comments from Groundwork Jax
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Rachelle Miller, Alison Blitch, Pam Batts-Brown, Jason Hardwick, Bryant Shumaker
Absent: Kelly Lezama, Kenny Logsdon, Annie Howe, Melissa Schmitt, Margie Viss
Guests: Kay Ehas, Guermo, Wyatt Bowers
Staff: None
Meeting Adjourned: 8:00 pm - Had lost quorum.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 16th
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER John S
- LEARNING SEGMENT
- COMMENTS FROM GUESTS Groundwork Jax- Kay Ehas
- CONSENT AGENDA MAY BOD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS Ryan M
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mallik
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COMMITTEE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - Mallik
- CC/SAMBA - Tyler
- Governance - Tyler
- Fund Development – Michael
- CPAC – Bryant
- CRIC- Bryant
- TAP Task Force- Katie
- Community Engagement- Alison
- Home Tour- Margie
- Demolition by Neglect Task Force
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NEW BUSINESS and RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- Tap Task Force/Zoning Overlay Revision- RMD-S
- Karpeles Grand Rehab Funding letter of support, EVOTE- passed
- OLD BUSINESS
- STAFF REPORT Staff Report John S
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Prudential account changes
- Bold City Ball
- Porchfest Sponsorship
- ADJOURN
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 8/19/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-12-02 07:48:09 -0500
Board Meeting - 8/19/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, August 19, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- Endowment/Quotes
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Kenny Logsdon, Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Rachelle Miller, Melissa Schmitt, Alison Blitch, Margie Viss, Pam Batts-Brown, Annie Howe
Absent: Jason Hardwick, Bryant Shumaker, Kelly Lezama
Guests:
Staff: Michael Haskins
Consent Agenda - Approved
Motions:
- Motion to approve the current revisions to Zoning Overlay as written (Aprroved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:08
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 19th
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER John S
- LEARNING SEGMENT Endowment/Cleanup Statements
- COMMENTS FROM GUESTS
- CONSENT AGENDA MAY BOD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS Ryan M
- REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mallik
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COMMITTEE OVERVIEWS
- Asset Management - Mallik
- CC/SAMBA - Tyler
- Governance - Tyler
- Fund Development – Michael
- CPAC – Bryant
- CRIC- Bryant
- TAP Task Force- Katie
- Community Engagement- Alison
- Home Tour- Margie
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NEW BUSINESS and RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- Tap Task Force/Zoning Overlay Revisions
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OLD BUSINESS
- Groundworks Jax will be presenting at September board meeting
- STAFF REPORT Staff Report Michael H
- ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
- ANNOUNCEMENTS
- ADJOURN
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Financial Information
Springfield Preservation and Revitalization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are grateful to our donors and funders and are committed to responsible financial stewardship. To demonstrate that commitment, we complete an independent audit of our finances on an annual basis. Our Form 990 provides financial information about our work based on our annual independent audit. Our Form 990 can be accessed via the Check-A-Charity registry maintained by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. To find our most up-to-date, independently audited financial information, visit the Check-A-Charity registry and search our registration number (#CH12588).
FORM 990s - SPRINGFIELD PRESERVATION AND REVITALIZATION
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) OR ONLINE AT WWW.FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. REGISTRATION #: CH12588
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SPAR Scoop
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Our monthly newsletter contains important information and updates about Springfield, including upcoming events, construction updates, and proposed changes to the neighborhood.
Sign up today to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in Springfield and please be sure to like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 7/22/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-08-21 12:56:40 -0400
Board Meeting - 7/22/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, July 22, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- Traffic Engineering (canceled)
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Kenny Logsdon, Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Bryant Shumaker, Rachelle Miller, Melissa Schmitt, Alison Blitch, Kelly Lezama
Absent: Annie Howe, Jason Hardwick, Margie Viss, Pam Batts-Brown
Guests: Bill Hoff
Staff: Michael Haskins
Consent Agenda - Approved
Motions:
- Rehab Funding letter of support (Approved)
- Investment policy update (Approved
- Move to Approve $7,800 for wall upstairs (Approved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:25
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2025 Community Cleanups
The Springfield Cleanup Corps, a program of Springfield Preservation and Revitalization in partnership with the City of Jacksonville, hosts 12-15 Community Cleanup events each year to beautify our neighborhood.
One of the best ways to support our work is to volunteer at a Community Cleanup. We track volunteerism in Springfield and use those numbers to show the City of Jacksonville and other partners the impact our programming has on our neighborhood.
Please consider joining one of our upcoming Community Cleanups or contact [email protected] if you would like to organize a community cleanup event with your company. Learn more about other ways to support the Springfield Cleanup Corps and our work to beautify the neighborhood.
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Springfield Cleanup Corps
The Springfield Cleanup Corps is a program of Springfield Preservation and Revitalization in partnership with the City of Jacksonville that brings enhanced public services to the Springfield community. A dedicated team provides daily cleaning, litter removal, and blight reduction services to create a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant community.
The Cleanup Corps creates a multiplier effect by leveraging resources from local businesses and community organizations to complement city services and provides a mechanism for flexible response that can address issues at the local level in the most efficient and timely manner possible.
This program represents an important investment in revitalizing Jacksonville's Urban Core by enhancing quality of life and elevating the city's reputation as a great place to live, work, and visit.
Focus Areas
Our dedicated team rotates throughout the Springfield neighborhood, with a special emphasis on Main Street and 8th Street. If you see an area of particular need, please contact us at [email protected] and we will send the team to assist.
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Blight reduction including litter abatement and graffiti removal.
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Outreach and hospitality including wayfinding, business check-ins, and connections with city services.
- Beautification including public art installation and maintenance, commercial corridor revitalization services, and public realm management.
Ways to Support
Your support plays a vital role in preserving the charm and character that makes Springfield special and enables our work reducing litter, beautifying our commercial corridors, and revitalizing our green spaces. Your support is an investment in the well-being of our home, and a commitment to a cleaner, greener tomorrow. Become part of the community driven solution that keeps Springfield shining bright and thank you for your support.
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Sponsor and donate by contacting [email protected] to discuss sponsor opportunities with marketing benefits for your business or provide a one-time or monthly donation to support our work.
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In kind gifts including cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment. Contact [email protected] to learn more about our needs.
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Volunteer by adopting a block and commit to cleaning a stretch of road on an ongoing basis. You can also join our community cleanups or organize a cleanup day with us and the staff from your workplace.
- Membership in Springfield Preservation and Revitalization or the Springfield Area Merchants and Business Association supports our work and provides unique benefits eligible only to members.
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Blight reduction including litter abatement and graffiti removal.
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 6/17/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-06-26 13:43:50 -0400
Board Meeting - 6/17/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, June 17, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:00 pm.
LEARNING SEGMENT- Groundwork Jacksonville Kay Ehas
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Kenny Logsdon, Pam Batts-Brown, Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Jason Hardwick, Bryant Shumaker, Rachelle Miller, Margie Viss, Melissa Schmitt, Alison Blitch
Absent: Annie Howe, Kelly Lezama
Guests: Bill Hoff, Tim Hope
Staff: Michael Haskins
Consent Agenda - Approved
Motions:
- Othello… Letter of support for zoning variance recommended (approved)
- Groundworks Jax- presenting as learning segment (deferred)
- Closure of 6th Street between Boulevard and Jefferson… CRIC has concerns but recommends no action due to lack of reason for closure
- Closure of Market Street between Orange and Confederate… CRIC recommends no action due to lack of reason for closure
- Demolition of the historic JEA building at Main and Orange. CRIC recommends no action.
3) Traffic Calming Discussion – Recommendation from Community Meeting was for 4-way stops. CRIC has concerns about bike ease of use. Reasonable to suggest 4-way stops at all current intersections where stop signs are on North-South. Michael will bring this to a poll at next CRIC meeting. (deferred)
4) Future of Cities PUD (L-5826-23C) - Requesting letter of support. Mike requesting CRIC volunteer review and update letter for SPAR Board. Draft letter language from Future of Cities. Letter of support recommended. (approved)
5) letter of support for armory (Logsdon and Malik abstain)
Meeting Adjourned: 8:29
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Michael Haskins published Board Meeting - 5/20/2024 in Board Meeting Minutes 2024-06-26 13:43:03 -0400
Board Meeting - 5/20/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
Monday, May 20, 2024
6:00pm @ VCCS - SPAR Office & Google Meet
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President John Shermetaro at 6:01 pm.
Present: Board Attendance
John Shermetaro (President), Tyler Grant (Vice President), Mallik Singareddy (Treasurer), Ryan McFarland (Secretary), Kenny Logsdon, Pam Batts-Brown, Daniel Ashworth Jr., Kattie Derringer, Jason Hardwick, Bryant Shumaker, Rachelle Miller
Absent: Annie Howe, Margie Viss, Kelly Lezama, Alison Blitch, Melissa Schmitt
Guests: Bill Hoff, John DeVore
Staff: Michael Haskins
Consent Agenda - Approved
Motions:
- Motion by Mallik to move funds in restricted ambassador fund to operating account and notify donors (Approved)
Meeting Adjourned: 7:17