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Mayor Sarno and Commissioner Calvi Recognize New Class of Springfield Firefighters
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi welcomed Springfield’s newest class of firefighters during a ceremony at Springfield Fire Headquarters this morning.
The four new firefighters graduated at the…
2018 Springfield Colleen Coronation and Awards Presentation Ball
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Kerri Sullivan, President of the Springfield St. Patrick's Parade Committee announce that there are six days left to purchase tickets to the 2018 Colleen Coronation and Awards Presentation Ball.…
Greening the Gateway Cities Program Announces Major Funding to Plant Trees in the City of Springfield
Friday, January 26, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Patrick J. Sullivan, City Forester Edward Casey, and Assistant City Forester Alex Sherman welcomed from the Massachusetts Department…
Bernard “BJ” Calvi Sworn in as Springfield’s New Fire Commissioner
Thursday, January 25, 2018
This morning during a ceremony in the Mahogany Room of Symphony Hall, Bernard “BJ” Calvi was sworn in as Springfield’s new Fire Commissioner. Attending the ceremony were Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and State Fire Marshal Peter…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on New Dr. Seuss Mural
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “After a number of meetings and interactions with our Museums Board of Trustees and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, a plausible agreement has been reached. Though, I still, as many others do, feel…
City of Springfield Retains Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law as Representative in Litigation Against Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors Fueling the Opioid Epidemic
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Mayor Domenic Sarno announced today that, in the City’s continuing efforts to combat the opioid crisis, the City has retained the services of Scott+Scott, Attorneys at Law, LLP (“Scott+Scott”) to represent it in…
Mayor Sarno Supports Governor Baker’s Attack on Opioid Crisis
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “I support and stand with Governor Charlie Baker’s proposed legislation to tackle the opioid crisis. As with the Governor, I again, oppose the injection site approach, but with proper…
Interested in Becoming a Springfield Firefighter? Attend the Open House on Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Thursday, January 18, 2018
What: Firefighter Exam Open House
When: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: John J. Duggan Academy Auditorium, 1015 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01109
For more information and when to apply,…
Public Health Council Hearing for Wednesday, January 17 Cancelled
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Due to the weather, the Public Health Council hearing on syringe access scheduled for Wednesday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Springfield Central Library is cancelled. A rescheduled date will be announced as soon as it…
Springfield City Hall Closed Tomorrow, January 17, 2018
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Due to the impending weather and upon recommendation of emergency preparedness officials, Springfield City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2018. This pertains to all…
Springfield Department of Public Works Enforcing Parking Ban and Postpones Trash Pick Up Tomorrow
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Due to the impending weather, the Department of Public Works will be enforcing a city wide parking ban as of 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 16 until further notice. The parking ban regulations are as follows:
No parking…
Department of Elder Affairs and PVTA Partner to Offer Transportation to Seniors
Friday, January 12, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that the Department of Elder Affairs has partnered with PVTA for a transportation program for all City of Springfield seniors ages 55 and older.
“Our team has worked very hard with…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on President Trump’s Recent Remarks
Friday, January 12, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “What’s right is right and what’s wrong is wrong – President Trump once again, goes to his wheelhouse, his ‘M.O.’ and persona to make such hurtful and mean spirited comments. My oldest…
Cambridge College Launches the Commonwealth's First Hospitality Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Cambridge College and the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Apprentice Standards have announced the launch of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ very first Hospitality Pre-Apprentice Program…
Springfield Armory National Historic Site Transferred from U.S. Army to National Parks Service
Monday, January 8, 2018
The Springfield Armory National Historic Site hosted a ceremony this morning to commemorate the transfer of the Armory from the US Army to the National Park Service. Distinguished speakers were Congressman Richard E. Neal,…
Springfield Cultural District Receives $25,000 Grant
Monday, January 8, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined Morgan Drewniany, Executive Director of the Springfield Central Cultural District (SCCD) to announce the receipt of a Beveridge Family Foundation grant to help the organization both create an…
City of Springfield Releasing Request for Proposals for CDBG for Nonprofit Capital Improvements
Monday, January 8, 2018
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City of Springfield will release an RFP for Round Three of CDBG funding for capital improvement projects. The City of Springfield invites proposals from nonprofit agencies for the use of…
New Community Preservation Act (CPA) Tax Surcharge
The new Community Preservation Act (CPA) tax surcharge will begin appearing on residents’ third quarter tax bills in January. This is a 1.5% surcharge on real estate taxes, which will be used to fund projects that preserve the character of the…
City of Springfield Extends Cold Weather Response Plan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno held a meeting at 10:00 a.m. this morning with Friends of the Homeless and City Departments, including Police, Code Enforcement, Housing and Health and Human Services to discuss the Cold Weather Response Strategy for the City…
City of Springfield Celebrates Kwanzaa
The Office of Mayor Domenic J. Sarno along with Association of Black Business and Professionals and The Black Leadership Alliance (BLA) will be hosting a Kwanzaa celebration at 12:00PM on Friday, December 29, 2017. The event will take place at UMass…