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Stories from Selected Month
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement of Thanks to President Biden and Congressman Neal on Stalworth Efforts to Pass Much-Needed $1.9 Trillion American Rescue Plan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno thanks President Joe Biden and Congressman Richard Neal for their stalworth efforts in passing the much-needed $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan.
Mayor Sarno Issues Update on the City of Springfield’s Progress and Efforts on City Contracts to Minority, Women, and Veteran Owned Businesses
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno provided an update on the City of Springfield’s continued and ongoing efforts working with our local minority, women, and veteran owned businesses in procuring city contracts. In addition, the Mayor shared updated information…
Mayor Sarno and Police Commissioner Clapprood Introduce New Springfield Police Department Vehicle to Address Illegal Dirt Bikes
Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood, Lt. Jeff Martucci, and Sgt. Brian Elliott stopped by City Hall to show Mayor Domenic J. Sarno the Springfield Police Department Metro Unit’s new vehicle to help address the illegal dirt bike on our public…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan Join Sheriff Cocchi to Wish Dennis Sullivan a Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Patrick Sullivan joined with Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi to wish Dennis Sullivan a very happy and well deserved retirement.
Dennis Sullivan, brother of our own…
Black Springfield COVID-19 Coalition to Host Virtual Webinar about the COVID-19 Coronavirus
The Black Springfield COVID-19 Coalition, in conjunction with the City of Springfield, Trinity Health of New England, and State Representative Bud L. Williams will host a virtual webinar - "What You Should Know About COVID-19" on Wednesday, March 10,…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates 2021 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award Winners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to congratulate the twenty-one Springfield Public Schools (SPS) teachers who were honored as 2021 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award winners. The awardees were nominated by their peers for outstanding…
City of Springfield Partners with Springfield Housing Authority as part of the Commonwealth’s Phase II Vaccine Deployment Plan to Vaccinate Eligible Residents in Public Housing Authorities
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris joined with Springfield Housing Authority (SHA) Executive Director Denise R. Jordan and Deputy Director Nicole Kane to announce that the City of Springfield,…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on 1 Year Anniversary of COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic
On March 13, 2020, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno declared a state of emergency in the City of Springfield in response to the outbreak of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
City of Springfield to Hold Public Presentations by Proposers for Phase Two of Adult Use Marijuana Applications
The City of Springfield will hold a virtual public presentation by proposers for Phase II of Adult Use Marijuana applications on Monday, March 15, 2021, and Thursday, March 18, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Mayor Sarno Meets with State Representative Williams to Discuss the City’s Continued Efforts during the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris met with State Representative Bud Williams to discuss the city’s continued efforts to provide much-needed public health access and outreach efforts for the city’s…
Mayor Sarno Issues International Women's Day Proclamation
Happy International Women's Day!
Mayor Sarno and Police Commissioner Clapprood Wish Officer Borrero a Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood and the Springfield Police Department to wish Officer Ruben Borrero Sr., a happy and very well-deserved retirement. Officer Borrero is retiring after 44 years of brave,…
Mayor Sarno "Goes Blue," Declares March “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month”
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has issued a proclamation declaring the month of March 2021 as “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month” here in the City of Springfield. The month of March has been celebrated as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month since the…
Mayor Sarno Thanks State Representatives Ramos and Gonzalez for Refiling Illegal Dirt Bike Home Rule Legislation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno thanks State Representative/Ward 8 City Councilor Orlando Ramos for refiling the illegal dirt bike home rule legislation; An Act relative to the use of recreation vehicles in the city of Springfield. In addition, Mayor Sarno…
City of Springfield’s Aquatics Division Offering Lifeguard Training Classes this April
The City of Springfield’s Aquatics Division will be offering a Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course during April vacation week at Milton Bradley School, 22 Mulberry St. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
Persons 15 years of age and…
Mayor Sarno and Fire Commissioner Calvi Joins American Medical Response to Thank City’s Dispatch Team
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi, Springfield Emergency Management Director Bob Hassett, Springfield Fire Deputy Chief of Staff Services David A. Wells, along with American Medical Response (“AMR”) Officials including…
Spring is in the Air...and so is Football!
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno stopped by Central High School – home of scholars and champions – to watch our defending State Division I Champions Central Golden Eagles football team practice today.
Mayor Sarno stated, “It’s great to see Coach Valdamar…
City of Springfield Sets Up Tent for Residents to Pay City Taxes at Windows Outside of City Hall
– Encourages Residents to Pay Taxes Online or by Mail –
Upcoming Events for Paraprofessionals in Springfield
Come learn more about becoming a licensed educator in Springfield Public Schools this March with a number of educational opportunities taking place this month specifically for current paraprofessionals in Springfield.