Historical Commission
The Historical Commission is the City agency responsible for the preservation and promotion of Springfield’s historic assets. Its seven members are appointed by the Mayor for staggered 3 year terms. The Commission must include residents of the historic districts, as well as members nominated by the Board of Realtors, American Institute of Architects, the Springfield Preservation Trust, and the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities.
Current Members
| POSITION | MEMBER | APPOINTING AUTHORITY | TERM |
| Chair | Vincent Walsh | Mayor | 3 |
| Vice Chair | Alfonso Nardi | Mayor | 3 |
| Resident | Bryan McFarland | Mayor | 3 |
| Resident | Judy Crowell | Mayor | 3 |
| Resident | William Duquette | Mayor | 3 |
| Resident | Thomas Belton | Mayor | 3 |
| Alternate | Steve Shultis | Mayor | 3 |
| Alternate | VACANT | Mayor | 3 |
| Alternate | Walter Kroll | Mayor | 3 |
| Alternate | VACANT | Mayor | 3 |