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Mayor Sarno Letter to the Editor on the Retirement and Legacy of Coach William 'Shep' Shepard
There is much fanfare with former UMass hoop star Lou Roe coming on board to coach our Putnam Vocational Technical Academy team, which is fine, but just as much fanfare, if not more should be given to retiring coach William Shepard.
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Timeline
Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, and the state Department of Public Health have developed a vaccine distribution timeline after extensive consultation with the Massachusetts Vaccine Advisory Group. The timeline reflects several…
Mayor Sarno Brings Greetings to Resilient Springfield Resident Advisory Council
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with and brought greetings to the Resilient Springfield Resident Advisory Council today. The Resilient Springfield Resident Advisory Council is funded by a Massachusetts Municipal Vulnerability Program (MVP) action…
Mayor Sarno Statement on President Biden and Vice President Harris Inauguration
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with many Americans today in welcoming the inauguration of our 46th President Joseph Biden and the historic swearing-in of Vice President Kamala Harris.
City of Springfield Phased Reopening Plan
As part of the City of Springfield’s phased reopening plan, all municipal buildings and facilities will be reopening to the public, by appointment only, along with other restrictions, starting Wednesday, May 27, 2020.
Health and Human Services COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Situational and Statisitcal Information
City of Springfield Health and Human Services 24/7 COVID-19 (Coronavirus) hotline - (413) 750-3250
City of Springfield Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Annual Flag Raising Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Bishop Talbert Swan II and the Springfield Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) for the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) ceremony at City Hall.
Mayor Sarno Enjoys a Visit from Former Intern Bria Brantley
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno welcomed a special visitor today. Ms. Bria Brantley, a former Mayoral Intern, visited Mayor Sarno today to catch up and wish the Mayor and his family a happy new year. Also in the meeting with Ms. Brantley was her handsome…
COVID-19 Stop the Spread Testing
NOTE: The information below is subject to change, please check back regularly for updates.
The Commonwealth is launching a strategic testing program in communities across Massachusetts that have continued to see a higher number of residents…
Mayor Sarno Meets with New City Council President Williams
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe met with new City Council President and Ward 5 City Councilor Marcus Williams to discuss some of the items the City of Springfield will be planning to address in 2021. Mayor Sarno looks forward to…
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Hold First Vax Force Information Committee Meeting
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris hosted the first meeting of the Vax Force Committee.
Mayor Sarno and City Assessors Chairman Allen Reminds Residents that the Deadline for Property Tax Relief for Qualifying Persons is April 1, 2021
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chairman of the Board of Assessors Richie Allen remind residents that the deadline for property tax relief for qualifying persons is April 1, 2021. Those applications must be received by the Assessors office. The deadline…
Mayor Sarno and Administration Meet with Congressman Neal
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe, CAFO TJ Plante, Deputy CAFO Lindsay Hackett Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi, Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood, DPW Director Chris Cignoli, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris,…
Mayor Sarno Joins with New North Citizens Council for Neighborhood Meeting
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe, and Mayoral Aide Minerva Marrero to meet with Jose Claudio and Norman Roldan of the New North Citizens Council today for a neighborhood meeting to…
Mayor Sarno Joins with Daniele Family to Celebrate La Fiorentina’s 75th Anniversary
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was pleased and proud to join with Anna and Leo Daniele of La Fiorentina Pastry Shop in celebration of the establishment’s seventy-fifth anniversary. The small celebration ceremony took place at La Fiorentina’s Springfield…
Mayor Sarno Joins PBRM Director Sullivan, Facilities Director Kerrigan, and Principal Johnson for Tour of School Ventilation Upgrades at Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Patrick Sullivan, Facilities Management Director John Kerrigan, and Putnam Principal George Johnson on Wednesday to receive a tour of the heating, ventilating,…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on Attack on Nation’s Capitol and Our Democracy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is sickened and saddened by the events that have unfolded at our nation’s Capitol today.
Mayor Sarno Rails at Low Bail Set for MLK Church Arsonist
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “A message needs to be sent for the demented actions taken by this individual and any others contemplating these types of hideous and hateful crimes. $25,000 – he should be held without bail! Ask Sherriff Nick Cocchi,…
Mayor Sarno Joined with The Council of Churches in Continuing Efforts to Aid MLK Presbyterian Church Towards Rebuilding and Recovery
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Rev. Dr. Terrlyn Curry Avery, Archbishop Timothy Paul, State Representative Bud Williams, Ward 4 City Councilor Malo Brown, and Members and Supporters of the Martin Luther King Jr. Presbyterian Church to announce…