City of Springfield, GA

06/16/2026

City of Springfield, GA
REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS

MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE, MUNICIPAL COURT SOLICITOR, AND MUNICIPAL COURT PUBLIC DEFENDER

The City of Springfield is accepting applications for the positions of Municipal Court Judge, Municipal Court Solicitor, and Municipal Court Public Defender.

The City of Springfield Municipal Court generally convenes one court session per month. Qualified applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia and meet all statutory requirements applicable to the position for which they are applying.

POSITION OPENINGS
Municipal Court Judge
• Compensation: $1,000 per court date
• Responsible for presiding over Municipal Court proceedings and performing all duties required under Georgia law.

Municipal Court Solicitor
• Compensation: $1,250 per court date
• Responsible for prosecuting cases before the Municipal Court and performing all duties required under Georgia law.

Municipal Court Public Defender
• Compensation: $500 per court date
• Responsible for providing legal representation to indigent defendants appearing before the Municipal Court as required by law.

APPLICATION PERIOD
Advertisement Date: June 16, 2026
Application Deadline: July 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

Applicants should be available for interviews during the latter part of July 2026. Appointments are anticipated following the interview process, with successful candidates expected to be available to begin serving at the September 2026 Municipal Court session.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Interested applicants should submit:
• Letter of Interest
• Current Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
• Documentation of Admission to the State Bar of Georgia
• Any additional information the applicant believes relevant to their qualifications

Applications may be submitted to:
Lauren Eargle, City Manager
City of Springfield
130 South Laurel Street
Springfield, Georgia 31329
Email: [email protected]

The City of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to accept or reject any application and to make appointments in the best interests of the City.

Applications must be received no later than July 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

06/15/2026

The City Council of the City of Springfield, GA has approved the first residential development with a “PUD” Zoning. The property is located on Hwy 119, approximately one mile west of Highway 21, and consists of seven parcels of approximately 116 acres in total. The property entrance is at Wilder Road and is referred to as the Wilder Road Project. The property will be developed by Coastal Cornerstone Development primarily as detached residential homes, with varied lot sizes, home sizes, and road widths.

Full Press Release : https://springfieldga.org/2026/06/8329/

06/11/2026

Notice: Temporary Water Service Interruption - June 11, 2026

Please be advised that repairs to the water lines are being conducted in the area of Ash St Extension. During this time, customers will experience a temporary loss of water service.

We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to improve and maintain the reliability of our system.

What to Expect:
Temporary interruption of water service
Reduced water pressure
Possible discoloration of water

If you experience discoloration, we recommend running cold water from a faucet for several minutes until it clears.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. If you have questions or concerns, please contact our office at 912-754-7617.

06/04/2026

The June 9, 2026 City of Springfield, GA Public Hearing and Council Meeting agenda is now published at ww.springfieldga.org/agenda-center

06/04/2026

Now Accepting Applications – City of Springfield Planning & Zoning Board

Are you interested in helping shape the future growth and development of Springfield? The City of Springfield is seeking applicants to serve on the Planning & Zoning Board.

The Planning & Zoning Board plays an important role in reviewing land use matters, zoning requests, development proposals, and making recommendations to City Council regarding the orderly growth of our community.

Board Composition & Eligibility

Five (5) regular members and two (2) alternate members appointed by City Council

At least four members must be:

Taxpayers primarily residing within the City of Springfield, or
Taxpayers primarily residing in Effingham County who hold a valid City of Springfield business license

Members serve staggered two-year terms

Members may not hold another public office or position within the City or County, except that one member may also serve on City Council

If you have an interest in community planning, responsible development, and preserving the character of Springfield while preparing for future growth, we encourage you to apply.

Applications are available at Springfield City Hall or online at https://springfieldga.org/city-forms/

📞 For more information, contact City Hall at 912-754-7617

City of Springfield Forms Below is a listing of common City Forms and Applications by Department. You can print these at home and drop them by our office or email them to the proper department. Additionally, some forms can be dropped in our after-hours drop box. Please make sure to read all forms ca...

06/01/2026

Notice: Temporary Water Service Interruption - June 1, 2026

Please be advised that repairs to the water lines are being conducted on Tunnel Rd. During this time, customers will experience a temporary loss of water service.

We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to improve and maintain the reliability of our system.

What to Expect:
Temporary interruption of water service
Reduced water pressure
Possible discoloration of water
If you experience discoloration, we recommend running cold water from a faucet for several minutes until it clears.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. If you have questions or concerns, please contact our office at 912-754-7617.

05/29/2026

*RFP UPDATED BASED ON QUESTIONS RECEIVED AS OF JUNE 2, 2026.

The City of Springfield, Georgia is seeking proposals from qualified mural artists or artist teams to design and install a large-scale outdoor mural at Ulmer Park. The selected artist will create an original work of public art that enhances the visual identity of the park, celebrates the Springfield community, and creates an engaging and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
The City encourages proposals that reflect local culture, history, recreation, community pride, and the character of Springfield.

Full RFP : https://springfieldga.org/2026/05/request-for-proposals-ulmer-park-mural/

05/27/2026

Please be aware of road closures around 601 N Laurel Street on Monday June 1st and Friday June 5th for Effingham 4-H camp departure and return.

05/25/2026

//Public Notice//

The City of Springfield Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings with meeting immediately following close of the public hearings on June 1, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm.

The City of Springfield Mayor and Council will hold public hearings, with regular meeting immediately following the close of the public hearings on June 9, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm.

The above-mentioned public hearings will be held to receive comments on the following items:

1. Request for Rezoning of Parcel S102-2A located at 0 W. Madison Street, from zoning designation of R-1 Detached Single Family Residential to zoning of B-1 General Commercial.
2. Request for Conditional Use for a Mobile and Modular Home Sales business at proposed B-1 zoned property located at 0 W. Madison Street. (Parcel S102-2A).
3. Request for Conditional Use for Equipment Sales at B-1 zoned property located at 1110 S. Laurel Street. (Parcel S110-4D).
4. Request for Conditional Use for a business involving IV infusions at DT zoned property located at 302 S Laurel Street. (Parcel S107-73).
5. Request for Special Exemption from R-1 Design Standards for 11 acre property at 0 McCall Road, located approximately .6 miles south of Ga Hwy 21 Bypass (Parcel S135-3C).

All public hearings and meetings will be held in the Springfield Council Room located at 130 S. Laurel Street (located between Springfield City Hall and Springfield Police Department).

It is the policy of the City of Springfield that all City-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities. If you need assistance in participating in this meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the ADA, please call the City’s ADA Coordinator, Jennifer Smith, at (912) 754-7617 or e-mail [email protected] at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the City of Springfield Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

As we enjoy the long weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day, Springfield!