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Mayor Sarno issues statement on the passing of Arts & Cultural entrepreneur Rosemary Tracy Woods
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno issued a statement on the passing of Arts & Cultural entrepreneur Rosemary Tracy Woods.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “I am very sorry to hear about my friend, arts and cultural entrepreneur, Rosemary Tracy Woods passing. My…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan meet with Legacy Economic Development Corp.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and CDO Tim Sheehan met with Andrew Melendez and Sara Garvin of Legacy Economic Development Corp.
Mayor Sarno states, “I want to thank Andrew and his team at Legacy Economic Development Corp., for their continued support and…
New Baystate Pharmacy Location Opens in Mason Square
Baystate Pharmacy - Mason Square, located at 11 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, is now open for retail business. This new location will strengthen Baystate’s ability to deliver compassionate, quality and accessible care – advancing our communities’…
Mayor Sarno joins Helix Human Services to Highlight Fight Against Child Abuse
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Councilor Brian Santaniello, School Committeewoman Rosa Valentin and the City of Springfield, along with representatives from State Senator Adam Gomez and State Senator Jacob Oliveira’s offices, joined with Helix Human…
Springfield Targeted Tax Relief Home Rule Legislation Enacted by State Legislature
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that the special targeted tax relief home rule legislation has been Enacted in both the state House of Representatives and Senate, and is now before the Governor. House Bill (HB) 3213: An Act relative to the…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan announce Small Business Grant to 413 Multi Service
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, and Eco Dev Project Manager Wilson Darbin joined today to announce a new Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Program funding award to 413 Multi Service at 272 Main…
Springfield Forestry Division to hold Volunteer Outreach Meeting for Forest Park Arboretum Project on April 9th, 2026
Who: Springfield Forestry Division
What: Information and Volunteer recruitment meeting for Forest Park Arboretum Project
When: Thursday April 9th, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: John J. Shea Bright Nights Technical Training Facility inside Forest Park,…
Mayor Sarno joins Spirit of Springfield as they announce State Rep. Carlos Gonzalez as 2026 Pancake Breakfast Honorary Chair
This morning at MGM Springfield, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined Spirit of Springfield President Judy Matt, MGM Springfield President Louis Theros, 2025 Pancake Breakfast Chair District Attorney Anthony Gulluni, Spirit of Springfield Chair John…
Ready. Set. Action! 2026 Public Health Month Poster Session
Springfield's Department of Health & Human Services orgaized the second annual Public Health Impact Poster Session with the dedicated public health service providers in our community.
Check out the 30+ thoughtful posters highlighting the…
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…