Punching Back

Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno noted that his city is certainly well-versed in dealing with natural and man-made disasters — everything from the tornado in June 2011 to the natural-gas explosion a year and a half later.

“Battle-teste…

Mayor Sarno joined with the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to acknowledge and celebrate Constitution Week. Constitution Week is an observance to commemorate the adoption of the United States Constitution. Mayor Sarno presented a…

Mayor Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe joined with Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood to thank the brave and dedicated women and men of our Springfield Police Department for everything they do to keep our community safe.

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Hot Table in Tower Square to kick off the 6th Annual Fill the Plate, Feed a Family challenge, to benefit The Market at the Gray House. Proceeds will go to assist their food assistance distribution program. …

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has asked the City of Springfield’s License Commission to waive the liquor license renewal fees for 2021 (Please see attached letter).

Mayor Sarno stated, “My administration has and will continue to work with our businesses…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to report that the city’s Administration and Finance Division, led by Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante, has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is disheartened by the vandalism to the Black Lives Matter mural on Court Street.  The vandalism, which appears to be from a ‘burnout’ from a vehicle, was found early this morning.  

Mayor Sarno stated, “Upon hearing about the…

The Black Lives Matter mural was painted on Court Street on Saturday, September 12, 2020, thanks to the leadership efforts of City Councilor Tracye Whitfield, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, and the support from our diverse and loving community.

“This Sunday, September 13, 2020, I want to wish a Happy and Healthy Grandparents Day!  When we think of our grandparents, we think of warmth, wisdom and love.  Unfortunately, in these days of COVID-19 Coronavirus those heartfelt hugs are being…

The City of Springfield and the Spirit of Springfield held a September 11th Remembrance Ceremony by the 9/11 Monument in Riverfront Park.

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced that the City of Springfield will be conducting Phase Two of the process to implement adult use marijuana and cultivation in the City.

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues community dialogue meetings in support of the Office of Racial Equity to help improve police and community relations with a focus on street outreach workers who will actively engage in early intervention and…

The Board of Health for the City of Springfield will allow tag sales to resume effective Saturday, September 12, 2020, with restrictions, as part of the City of Springfield’s Phase III reopening plans.

Those individuals seeking to hold a tag sale…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan joined with Davenport Advisors, the developer of Overland Lofts, for a tour of the economic development project that is part of the city’s Innovation District vision. The Overland Lofts…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues community dialogue meetings with Juanita Batchelor, President of M.O.R.E. as part of the City’s partnership with key stakeholders to work together to identify and address the root causes of gun violence in our…

Hazardous Waste is not just an industrial problem. Many household products contain hazardous chemicals. When we throw them in the trash, these chemicals may contaminate our drinking water. When tossed in the trash, the wastes may injure sanitation…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to support the efforts of Michael Zaskey, President / Owner of Zasco Productions, as the City of Springfield Municipal Group will be illuminated Tuesday evening in support of a coalition of trade bodies, businesses,…

As part of Massachusetts’ Stop the Spread effort, the City of Springfield supports American Medical Response (AMR) as they facilitate free COVID-19 testing at the Eastfield Mall in Springfield. Testing will begin Saturday August 29^th and run through…

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Commissioner Clapprood today to recognize and thank Captain Phil Tarpey for his years of brave and dedicated service to the City of Springfield and wish him a very happy and healthy retirement.

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Congressman Richard E. Neal, Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Secretary of A&F Michael Heffernan, Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Mike Kennealy, Executive Director of MassHousing…