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Mayor Sarno, Parks Director Sullivan, Sullivan Family Present Proclamation to The Barn Yard & Great Country Garages for their Donation in Support of Pavilion at Gunnery Sergeant Thomas Sullivan Park
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management, Patrick J. Sullivan, and Gunnery Sergeant Thomas Sullivan's family presented a proclamation today to recognize and thank the Skinner…
City of Springfield Closing Collection Sites for Puerto Rican Hurricane Relief
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
The City of Springfield will immediately cease accepting donations at its designated donation centers for Hurricane Maria relief in Puerto Rico, due to the overwhelming amount of items collected. Mayor Domenic J. Sarno said,…
Go Fresh Mobile Market Brings Fresh, Affordable Produce Straight from the Farm to You!
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
The Go Fresh Mobile Farmers Market is celebrating another successful season. Now in its 7th year, the Go Fresh Mobile Market project has established a new community partnership with the YMCA of Greater Springfield, keeping…
Western Mass United for Puerto Rico Collecting Monetary Donations
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Western Mass United for Puerto Rico is collecting monetary donations for those affected by Hurricane Maria. Donations can be made in person to Freedom Credit Union, to the account, "Western MA Puerto Rican Relief Fund", or…
Mayor Sarno & Commissioner Barbieri Issue Statements on Tragedy in Las Vegas
Monday, October 2, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “What is our society coming to? It seems as though, you never know what you’re going to wake up to. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers to all the affected families. We as a society will remain…
Italian Heritage Month Recognized in Springfield's South End
Monday, October 2, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and State Representative Angelo J . Puppolo, Jr. joined members of the Italian Cultural Center of Western Mass Inc. today to raise the Italian Flag in recognition of Italian Heritage Month. The annual…
Mayor Sarno Issues Update on Puerto Rican Hurricane Relief Efforts
Friday, September 29, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states that his internal city team led by Chief of Staff Denise Jordan and Aide Minnie Marrerro indicates that after participating on a federal government update call led by U.S. Senator Elizabeth…
Mayor Sarno Suspends Club Pandora’s Entertainment License
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Upon the recommendation/findings of Hearing Officer Atty. Lisa C. DeSousa, I have suspended Club Pandora’s Entertainment License, and the License Commission has also followed suit until…
MGM’s 95% Document Submittal Consistent with HCA Commitments
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Kevin Kennedy, the City’s Chief Development Officer, have announced that the MGM 95% Construction Design submittals are consistent with the commitments outlined within the City’s Host…
Mayor Sarno and Commissioner Conant Welcome New Class of Firefighters, Lieutenant Promotions
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Fire Commissioner Joseph Conant conducted a badge pinning ceremony this morning at the Springfield Fire Department to promote four new Lieutenants, and welcomed three new firefighters who…
Mayor Sarno Testifies in Support of State Rep. Carlos Gonzalez's House Bill to Protect our Neighborhoods from the Dover Amendment
Monday, September 25, 2017
Last Friday, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno testified to the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery in support of State Representative Carlos Gonzalez’s House Bill 3593, An Act to Prevent Over Saturation of…
Western Mass United for Puerto Rico Collecting Donations for those in Puerto Rico Affected by Hurricane Maria at Springfield Locations
Friday, September 22, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, along with Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick, Health & Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Executive Director of Parks, Recreation and Building Management Patrick Sullivan…
Sprint 1 Million Project Donates 700 Hotspot Devices to Springfield Public Schools
Thursday, September 21, 2017
More students across Springfield Public Schools will now have access to wireless internet network at home to complete their homework and school assignments! Thomas Robertson, Director for Small and Medium Business at Spr…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the Passing of Jafet Robles
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “First of all, my sympathy, thoughts and prayers continue to go out to the family and friends of Jafet Robles. The following morning, I reached out to close family friend, City Councilor…
Revitalize CDC and Blue Cross Blue Shield Renovate Home of U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Lonnie Chappell
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Revitalize CDC President & CEO Colleen Loveless and Associate Director Ethel Griffin and employees from Blue Cross Blue Shield joined at the home of Springfield residents Lonnie and Mary Chappell to help with housework…
Mayor Sarno, Sheriff Cocchi, Superintendent Warwick and Parks Director Sullivan Tour Duggan Academy to Review Work Done Through the Sheriff’s Community Service Program
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Hampden County Sherriff Nick Cocchi, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick and Patrick Sullivan, Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management, toured John J. Duggan Academy this…
American Cancer Society Holds “Light Up Springfield” Luminaria Ceremony
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Mayor Sarno joined representatives from the American Cancer Society led by Community Development Manager Mashoun Choudhury, for a special Luminaria Cermony on the steps of City Hall last Friday evening. Candles placed…
Native American Flag Raising at City Hall
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
The Native-American Tribal Council of Western Massachusetts held their annual flag raising at City Hall this past Saturday. Mayor Domenic J. Sarno read a proclamation declaring the month of September as Native American…
City Hall Employees Raise Funds for Hurricane Harvey Relief
Friday, September 8, 2017
Mayor Sarno was happy to share that so far, City Hall staff have raised nearly $1,500 to donate to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner's Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund! Assistant Treasurer Amy Cutler spearheaded the "Jeans Because…
Mayor Sarno Visits with Residents of the Wellington at Springfield
Friday, September 15, 2017
Mayor Sarno spoke with residents of the Wellington at Springfield senior living center about revitalization efforts and ongoing economic development initiatives in the City of Springfield. Mayor Sarno thanks Rita Tessier,…