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Due to the evolving concerns related to the spread of COVID-19 – Coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, the City of Springfield has announced that it will be closing City Hall and all other municipal buildings to the public beginning…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno in consultation with Health Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Director of Springfield Public Libraries and Director of Elder Affairs Sandy Federico, today announced that due to the current state of emergency and in the…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Superintendent of Schools Dan Warwick, and Health Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris today in announcing a state of emergency in the City of Springfield and the temporary closing of schools.

Mayor Sarno stated, “In…

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In response to Governor Baker’s most recent guidance issued to protect our residents, especially our seniors.  Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, along with Health & Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, and Director of Elder Affairs Sandy Federico…

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Springfield, MA – In response to Governor Baker declaring a state of emergency to help address the COVID-19 situation, Mayor Sarno will join with city officials and representatives from our local health care providers to provide situational updates…

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Municipal Auction Informational Workshop: The City of Springfield is holding an information session for persons who are interested in purchasing City Owned tax title properties. The workshop will take place on Monday, April 6, 2020 at 2:00pm at UMass…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi today to announce that starting March 10, 2020, the Springfield Fire Department will be rolling out their EpiPen Program.    

Mayor Sarno stated, “This is near and dear to my heart as my…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Superintendent of Schools Dan Warwick, Health Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood, Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi and Emergency Preparedness Director Bob Hassett, to provide an update…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood held a pinning ceremony for the promotions of seven police officers, including the city’s first Hispanic female supervisor and a breast cancer survivor.

Mayor Sarno stated, “My…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick, Director of the Department of Capital Asset Construction Peter Garvey, and Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director of the Massachusetts School Building Authority…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Spirit of Springfield for the 9/11 Monument transfer ceremony today.  The 9/11 Monument, a structural steel beam from the World Trade Center in New York City, was donated to the Spirit of Springfield by the Port…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, along with Health & Human Services Commissioner, Helen Caulton-Harris and Director of Elder Affairs, Sandy Federico announce an informational series on the Novel Coronavirus for all Springfield seniors.  Commissioner…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Governor Charlie Baker, EOHED Secretary Mike Kennealy, DHCD Undersecretary Jennifer Maddox, state Representatives Carlos Gonzalez, Bud Williams and Michael Finn, state Senator James Welch, President and CEO of…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, once again, held a meeting with the Commissioner of Health and Human Services Helen Caulton-Harris, Emergency Management Director Bob Hassett, Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood, Captain Phil Tarpey Fire Commissioner BJ…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno gave thanks and appreciation to everyone who has donated winter coats and clothing items for our brother and sisters from Puerto Rico who have been affected and displaced by the natural disasters on the island.

Mayor Sarno…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with State Representatives Carlos Gonzalez and Bud. L. Williams, State Senator James T. Welch, along with the City's Public Health Emergency Preparedness & Response Coordinator Tony Pettaway and his fellow South End…

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The City of Springfield's Health and Human Services Department is currently monitoring the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and will provide further updates as new developments and relevant information becomes available.

UPDATE - March 26,…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has recently talked with the leadership team of Eversource Energy about their plans to acquire Columbia Gas of Massachusetts.  

Mayor Sarno stated, “The leadership team of Eversource has reached out to me and provided me with…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno sent a letter to Mark Kempic, President and COO of Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, seeking clarification on the impact upon the City of Springfield as a result of the recent settlement agreement between NiSource/Columbia Gas of…

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