UHNA Blog
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A Season of Thanksgiving and Celebration
I told myself in 2025 this Public Policy Blog would not focus on our seemingly endless zoning issue, yet it has. I suppose that may have been inevitable, given the importance of the matter and this blog being a reliable place for neighbors to get facts. This month, however, is different. It embraces the season, which is about gratitude and celebration. In that spirit, here are ten things University Heights residents are grateful for.
Read more...When Your Plate is Too Full
Monday, October 6th, at 6:30pm, University Heights residents gave speeches before City Council to avert spot zoning and a catalyst that intends to topple homes all along Sunshine and National. Speakers presented insight and winning arguments, bringing to light nuances not previously presented in public hearings. Soon, City Council's vote will influence what happens next.
Read more...Rezoning Opposition
September 9, 2025 - This Thursday, September 11, University Heights (UH) neighborhood will stand before the Planning and Zoning Commission to again defend itself in a zoning battle with the BK&M corporation. This time, BK&M aims to gain a zoning change but now flip its eight historic properties, selling them to whatever company will pay the most for a chance at commercial profit.
Read more...Outcome of Sunshine/National Corridor Meetings and a New Re-Zoning Application by BK&M
August 11, 2025 - As many of our residents know, the City of Springfield is engaging in a policy research and planning project regarding the Sunshine/National corridors. Recently, UHNA representatives, representatives of other neighborhoods, consultants, and City staff convened to work on this project. We were asked what we want to see along the corridors in terms of new buildings, renovations, types of businesses, traffic safety measures, housing, landscaping and quality of life improvements.
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