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Mayor Sarno Announces $3.5 Million for Homeless Services as Part of the Federal CARES Act
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan announced today that the City of Springfield is awarding $3.5 million in grant funding to four Springfield agencies to provide increased services to people experiencing homelessness. …
Happy Rosh Hashanah, Springfield
The City of Springfield would like to wish all of our Jewish citizens a very Happy New Year!
Mayor Sarno Provides Update on Continued Changes and Initiatives Accomplished in Working with the Department of Justice
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood, City Solicitor Attorney Edward Pikula, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Attorney Talia Gee, provided an update on the…
Mayor Sarno Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno issued a proclamation declaring “Hispanic Heritage Month” in the City of Springfield from September 15, 2020 – October 15, 2020. This month, we recognize the positive impact that Hispanic Americans have had on our Springfield…
Mayor Sarno Joins to Honor PBRM Director Patrick J. Sullivan as EPA Merit Award Lifetime Achievement Winner
The U.S. EPA Recognized Eight Massachusetts Organizations and Citizens with Regional Environmental Award.
Springfield Featured in Business West
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 Joins with the D.A.R. to Acknowledge Constitution Week
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…
Thank you Springfield Police
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 Sarno Kicked Off Hot Table Fundraiser to Benefit the Gray House
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 Sarno Continues to Bring Support and Relief to our Restaurants and Pouring Establishments
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…
City of Springfield’s Administration and Finance Division Recognized with Two Prestigious Awards
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 Sarno Issues Statement on Defacement to Black Lives Matter Mural
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…
Black Lives Matter Mural Painted on Court Street
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.
Happy Grandparents Day!
“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…
City of Springfield and Spirit of Springfield Hold 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The City of Springfield and the Spirit of Springfield held a September 11th Remembrance Ceremony by the 9/11 Monument in Riverfront Park.
Mayor Sarno to Schedule Phase Two of Adult Use Marijuana Applications
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 Sarno Continues Community Dialogue on Community and Police Relations
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…
City of Springfield to Allow Tag Sales with Restrictions as part of the City’s Phase III Reopening Plan
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 Sarno Tours Overland Lofts
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…
City of Springfield Continues Partnership to Address Gun Violence
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…