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Mayor Sarno speaks at US Naturalization Ceremony at Springfield Armory National Historic Site
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held a U.S. Naturalization Ceremony on the grounds of Springfield Armory National Historic Site on Thursday, September 15th. The ceremony was called to order by Tamara Figueroa, US District Court…
Mayor Sarno, Police Superintendent Clapprood, School Superintendent Warwick join with Springfield Together for a special Sports Equipment Donation from Dick’s Sporting Goods
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood, School Superintendent Daniel Warwick and members of the Springfield Police Department Forest Park C3 unit joined with Principal Kate Fancy and staff, Gary Delisle and Springfield…
Latino Economic Development Corporation’s hold Grand Opening Ceremony for new Office on Fort Street
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Council President Jesse Lederman and Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez joined with Andrew Melendez, Executive Director of the Latino Economic Development Corp., State Senator Adam Gomez, State Representatives Carlos…
City of Springfield Department of Health and Human Services to Hold COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Clinic
The Springfield Department of Health and Human Services will be holding COVID-19 vaccination and booster clinics for city employees and their family at the dates and locations below.
City of Springfield Seeks Requests for Proposals for the 2023 Shannon Community Safety Initiative (CSI) Grant Program
The City of Springfield and Springfield Police Department (SPD) are encouraging local nonprofits, non-government organizations and partner organizations to submit applications for the Shannon (CSI) Program highlighting their best practices and proven…
Mayor Sarno Attends American Medical Response 8th Earn While You Learn Graduation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined today with officials from American Medical Response (AMR) of Springfield, including Northeast Regional Director Patrick Pickering, Manager of Operations and Communication Patrick Leonardo, NCTI Program Director Emily…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Sheryl Lee Ralph on winning Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulates Sheryl Lee Ralph on winning her first Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her work in ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary. Ralph is only the second Black actress to win in the category;…
Mayor Sarno brings greetings and thanks Springfield Thunderbirds Employees as they get ready to for Upcoming Season
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Springfield Thunderbirds President Nathan Costa to bring greetings and thank the employees and staff of our beloved Thunderbirds as they get ready for the upcoming season and defend their Eastern Conference…
Springfield DPW Announces Delays in Yard Waste Collection
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that the collection of yard waste will be delayed this week. The collection of trash and recycling will continue as normal.
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan Announce Public Art Funding Awards
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan announced today that the City of Springfield has selected two proposals responding to a recent Request for Proposals (RFP) for organizations interested in undertaking public mural…
Upcoming Workshops with MassHire Springfield
Successful Remote Employment
In 2022, working from anywhere is now a valid option for many employees! As is the case with anything, there are perks and pitfalls to remote and hybrid work. This session addresses the most common difficulties…
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal, Attorney General Healey and City and State Officials Joined Spirit of Springfield for a Special September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal, Attorney General Maura Healey, Springfield Police Deputy Chief Rupert Daniel, Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi, joined with Patrick Pickering, Regional Director for American Medical Response (AMR),…
Mayor Sarno, DPW Director Cignoli and Eversource announce Plans to Retrofit Street Lights with LED’s
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Director of the Department of Public Works (DPW) Chris Cignoli and Eversource officials announced today plans for the utility to retrofit the City of Springfield’s street lights to LED’s beginning January 1, 2023, at no cost…
Mayor Sarno welcomes Baby Carter
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe enjoyed a special visit this week from Attorney Talia Gee, baby Carter, and Gary Gee - proud Papi.
Mayor Sarno, Representative Puppolo, Senator Velis and Agawam Councilor Bitzas Celebrate the start of Glendi 2022 with Greek Flag Raising Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, State Representative Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., State Senator John Velis, Agawam City Councilor George Bitzas, and Lt. Stephen Rose representing Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, joined with our Greek community today to…
Springfield Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center to hold Open House
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that the City of Springfield Thomas J. O’Connor (TJO) Animal Control and Adoption Center has scheduled two days where they will be holding an open house for those interested in a career opportunity at the center…
Mayor Sarno Highlights ARPA Accomplishments, Celebrating One Year of Success
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno highlighted the City of Springfield’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) accomplishments and celebrated the many success stories on the one-year anniversary since the program was established in the city with the creation of the…
Mayor Sarno Announces ARPA Award Funding to HOPE CDC
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan, and the city American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today that the newly established HOPE Community Development Corporation (CDC) is being awarded $500,000 as part of the…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials Meet with Joshua Croke, new MassDevelopment TDI Fellow for Mason Square
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, Deputy Director of Economic Development Brian Connors, Principal Planner Alvin Allen, and Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce met with Joshua Croke, MassDevelopment Transformative Development…
Mayor Sarno Meets with City Councilor Zaida Govan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno met with Ward 8 City Councilor Zaida Govan today to continue discussions on the many neighborhood projects and initiatives throughout the city, especially the Indian Orchard Main Street business district and riverfront areas.