New Community Preservation Act (CPA) Tax SurchargeThe new Community Preservation Act (CPA) tax surcharge will begin appearing on residents’ third quarter tax bills in January. This is a 1.5% surcharge on real estate taxes, which will be used to fund projects that preserve the character of the community. Springfield voters approved the CPA on November 8, 2016, and the law went into effect on July 1, 2017. For information on the CPA, how it is calculated and how to apply for an exemption, please visit the CPA Board’s website: http://www.springfield-ma.gov/finance/index.php?id=community-preservation |
HUD awards The City of Springfield $17 million to increase the City’s resilience. Now OnlineExpanded Tax Payment Lookups - now including Trash Fee, Motor Vehicle Excise, and property taxes back to 2004. Real Estate property cards - updated for FY 2018 Public Records - find records available on the City of Springfield website, and learn how to request additional records CDBG-Disaster Recovery - Get information on Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief funds (CDBG-DR) Casino Information -Documents, news and information about the casino project. City Council Meetings - browse by date for agendas and meeting notes Single Stream Recycling Program - FAQ, Dos and Don'ts
Fraud Hotline - report waste or abuse of City resources to the Office of Internal Audit Important Information About Open MeetingsIn the State of Massachusetts, M.G.L. Chapter 39, Section 23B states all governmental bodies must have meetings that are open to the public and readily available to anyone who wishes to attend. The City of Springfield provides access to meetings online in a variety of ways. More info >> |