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Statement on Behalf of the Moccia Family
On behalf of Charlotte’s family, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood are issuing this statement.
The Moccia’s will not be doing any media interviews and this will be their only statement. They are asking…
Mayor Sarno and the City of Springfield Announce Gerena School SOI and Tunnel Update
Mayor Domenic Sarno, School Superintendent Daniel Warwick, School Committee Member Maria Perez, DPW Director Chris Cignoli and Executive Director of PBRM Patrick Sullivan are pleased to announce that Gerena School will once again be the Springfield…
Darryl Moss, Mayor Sarno's Director of Constituent Services Honored at the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Flag Raising Ceremony
Mayor Sarno states, "Very proud of my new Director of Constituent Services Darryl Moss on receiving the Greater Springfield NAACP MLK Community Service Award for his unyielding dedicated efforts not only on behalf of the African-American community,…
Mayor Sarno Proud to Stand with and Recognize the Mayors Against LGBTQ Discrimination
Mayor Sarno states, “I’m proud to receive this acknowledgement and recognition from Mayors Against LGBTQ Discrimination. As I’ve always said a good person is a good person with mutual respect being the key to better understanding and appreciating…
Mayor Sarno with Former Clemson University All-American and Current Miami Dolphins Christian Wilkins
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno with former Clemson University All-American and current Miami Dolphins Defensive End Christian Wilkins. Great young man who excels not only on the field but off the field too. Good to be with him and his mom again and glad to…
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno's Historic Fifth Inaugural Events
Springfield, MA – Celebrations for the 2020 Inauguration of Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno will begin Sunday, January 5, 2020 and conclude Saturday, January 11, 2020. The Inauguration marks Mayor Sarno’s fifth term (third four-year term and two…
City Hall Holiday Hours
Please be advised that Springfield City Hall will close early on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SCHEDULE - CHRISTMAS AND NEWS YEARS DAY HOLIDAY
There will be no collection of trash, recycling, or bulk item materials on Wednesday, December 25th, 2019 due to the Christmas day holiday and Wednesday January 1st, 2020 for New Year’s holiday
Residents normally scheduled for trash and recycling…
Celebrating Hanukkah with the Giant Menorah lighting Ceremony
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal, Senator Lesser and city officials joined with Rabbi Chaim Kosofsky, children and staff from the Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy and the public to light the giant menorah and mark the second day of Hanukkah in Court Square. …
Neal Saves CRRC Manufacturing Jobs – Keeps Plant Open
Mayor Sarno, CRRC President Jia Bo, Sheet Metal Workers local 63 Labor leader John Scavotto, employees and city officials celebrate and thank Congressman Richard Neal for his yeoman efforts to pass legislation to secure jobs, allow CRRC to continue…
Mayor Sarno and Police Commissioner Clapprood Continue to Push Forward on the Mayor’s Bail Legislation and the Governor Baker’s Dangerousness Bill
Mayor Sarno and Police Commissioner Clapprood Continue to Push Forward on the Mayor’s Bail Legislation and the Governor Baker’s Dangerousness Bill to remove repeat violent offenders / criminals off city streets and out of our neighborhoods.
The…
Happy Holidays from Mayor Domenic J. Sarno & Family
It is hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us. Families and friends will gather to give thanks for the blessings they have in their lives. As we pause to collectively give thanks during this festive season; I wanted to let you know…
Mayor Sarno Speaks at Naturalization Ceremony at American International College
A Heartwarming Holiday Gift: American Citizenship
Springfield, MA – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present candidates for naturalization to the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts during a special naturalization ceremony…
Mayor Sarno to Usher in New East Forest Park Library on Surrey Road
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno will be in attendance as the City of Springfield celebrates the grand opening of the East Forest Park Branch Library. The ribbon cutting ceremony takes place at 136 Surrey Road, Springfield, Thursday, December 19th at 9:45 a.m.
…Mayor Sarno Issues Letter to the Editor in Response to City Council Resolution
Dear Letter to the Editor,
As a proud life-long resident of Springfield and in response to a City Council resolution – No, I will not be issuing a letter of consent to the White House, U.S. Department of State, The U.S. Department of Health and…
In The Name Of Public Safety, Mayor Sarno To Refuse To Sign Off On 2020 Entertainment And Liquor Licenses For the Mt. Carmel Society – “Not The Place Where I Used To Bring My Grandfather After Family Dinners”
SPRINGFIELD, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno States, “I have instructed City Solicitor Ed Pikula to notify the Mt. Carmel Society that I will not sign-off on their 2020 Entertainment / Liquor Licenses in the name of public safety. In addition, I have…
Mayor Sarno Issues Weather Statement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, First of all, please to all our residents be cautious and careful when driving and walking. I have been in updated contacts with our DPW Director Chris Cignoli and due to these very icy conditions DPW will work around…
In Response to City Council Resolution, Mayor Sarno Not to Issue Letter of Consent for Continued Refugee Resettlements in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states in response to a City Council resolution – No, I will not be issuing a letter of consent to the White House, U.S. Department of State, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S.…
City of Springfield named to Inc. Magazine Surge City list
The City of Springfield has been named to Inc. Magazine’s list of “Surge Cities” for 2020, putting it in the top 50 cities nationwide for starting a business.
“Being included as one the select few across the country highlights the innovative and…
Mayor Sarno Met with Troops JROTC at Putnam Vocational Technical Academy
Mayor Sarno and Superintendent Daniel Warwick met with the Marine Corp Cadet ROTC, which was established at Putnam 3 years ago. This year over 150 young men and women have joined the cadet program. The Cadet Program is under the leadership of…