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City of Springfield Solicits Proposals for Redevelopment of Five Vacant Lots
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan are announcing that the City has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purchase and redevelopment of five vacant lots in the Maple-High Six Corners and South End neighborhoods.
…Mayor Sarno receives updates from Department of Technical Assistance and Compliance Director Swan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Bill Baker, and Communications Director Molly Shea met today to receive updates on the ongoing work of the Department of Technical Assistance and Compliance (DTAC), led by Director Patrice “Chae” Swan.
Director…
Mayor Sarno, City & State Officials celebrate Grand Opening of Country Bank’s Springfield Banking Center in Tower Square
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, along with city and state officials, joined Country Bank President and Chief Operating Officer Mary McGovern and the Country Bank Springfield Banking Center team, including Devan, Carla, and Lucy, on Thursday afternoon to…
Mayor Sarno and Chief Development Officer Sheehan Announce $5+ Million Lead Hazard Abatement Grant
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan are announcing that the City of Springfield has received a grant funding award totaling $5,123,276.05 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and up to $700,000 in…
Mayor Sarno reappoints Madeline Fernandez to Board of Police Commissioners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has reappointed Madeline Fernandez of Springfield to the Board of Police Commissioners for a three-year term.
Madeline Fernandez is a 20-year veteran of the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department, serving…
Springfield Police Department announces Public Safety Plans for Summer
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Police Superintendent Larry Akers, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (“PBRM” or “Parks”) Tom Ashe, Deputy Parks Director Peter Krupczak, Chief of Staff Bill Baker, and Communications Director…
Mayor Sarno meets with Springfield College Student and SigmaPointPi Start-up Founder Tofael Hossain
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was happy to sit down with his friend, Springfield College senior Tofael Hossain today. Tofael is studying Computer Science, Politics, and Finance at Springfield College and will graduate this May. Tofael shared that he has…
Mayor Sarno brings greetings at Compass Rail update meeting at Springfield’s Union Station
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined Congressman Richard Neal and city and state officials at the Richard E Neal Cybersecurity Center of Excellence located inside Union Station, Springfield MA for an update meeting with MassDOT Rail Administrator Meredith…
Mayor Sarno wishes everyone a happy and healthy Passover & Easter
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Spring is in the air and the new plants and flowers will soon begin to bloom. I hope this time of year reminds you of joy, peace, and new beginnings. On behalf of my wife Carla, and daughters Cassandra and Chiara, we…
Springfield DPW to Accept Chapter 90 Funding for Street Paving
Springfield, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chris Cignoli, Director of the Department of Public Works (DPW), announced today that street paving operations will soon begin on city roadways. The City of Springfield is scheduled to receive $5 million…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials visit with John Barros, Interim Executive Director and Officials from the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Bill Baker, DPW Director Chris Cignoli, and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan met with General Manager of the Mass Mutual Center Sean Dolan, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) Officials,…
Mayor Sarno Welcomes and Appreciates CRRC and IBEW Local #7 Officials Thank You Visit
Mayor Sarno Domenic J. Sarno welcomes and appreciates CRRC and IBEW Local #7 Officials thank you visit. CRRC recently announced that more than 160 furloughed workers will soon be back to work after the release of its railcar shells from U.S. Customs…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan meet with Springfield Parking Authority Officials
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Bill Baker, and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan met with Springfield Parking Authority Executive Director Bokul Bhuiya and longtime Board Chairman Tom Lott.
Mayor Sarno states, “Bokul, Tom and Springfield…
Mayor Sarno visits with Retired Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Stephen Valenti
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno visits with retired Treasurer and CFO Stephen Valenti.
Mayor Sarno states, “Though the visit was somber, due to the recent and unexpected passing of his beloved son Ralph, it was good to see Steve to once again express my…
Mayor Sarno joins Derek Remy for Pizza Makers grand re-opening celebration
- Pizza Makers on Allen Street is Re-Opened – 7 Days a Week! -
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was honored to join to celebrate the grand re-opening of neighborhood staple pizza spot, Pizza Makers, on Allen Street on Friday afternoon. The Mayor was thrilled…
Young Women Suited For Growth Scholarship & Free Event
Young Women Suited for Growth is back and ready to make its mark on Saturday, April 18th at Bay Path University.
This empowering experience creates space for young women to step confidently into their potential — exploring opportunities, building…
Mayor Sarno congratulates Pope Francis Boys Hockey Team on bringing home D1 State Championship
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno visited Pope Francis Preparatory School on Wednesday afternoon to recognize and congratulate the Boys Hockey team for winning the 2026 MIAA Boys Ice Hockey State Championship earlier this month. The championship took place at…
Mayor Sarno brings greetings at the Mass Building Trades Unions 107th Annual Convention at MGM Springfield
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined President of the Massachusetts Building Trades Unions Frank Callahan, President of the Pioneer Valley Building Trades Council Colton Andrews, and State Senator Adam Gomez to bring greetings at the Mass Building Trades…
Mayor Sarno concludes Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Hearings
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) Cathy Buono concluded the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget hearings on Tuesday afternoon, with the final group of departments presenting their FY27 budget requests and…