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Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on City Council President Marcus Williams Resignation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Bitter-sweet to hear about City Council President Marcus Williams resignation to pursue other career opportunities. I spoke with Marcus early this morning to congratulate him and wish him well – he’ll be missed. …
Eversource to Hold Residential Financial Assistance Webinar - June 2nd at Noon
Join Eversource for a free virtual webinar to learn about available financial assistance, payment plans and energy efficiency programs to help lower your monthly energy bills. The webinar will take place on Thursday, June 2nd at 12:00pm. You can also…
Mayor Sarno and Superintendent Warwick join with Eversource to Highlight Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Superintendent Daniel Warwick and city officials joined with Eversource VP for Energy Efficiency Tilak Subrahmanian and representatives from Eversource and Sodexo to highlight energy efficiency upgrades to kitchens at…
Mayor Sarno Orders Entertainment and License Hearings on Saga Lounge Gun Violence
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno questioning security procedures, early this morning, ordered entertainment and licensing hearings on the gun violence that occurred in Saga Lounge, a night club located on the corner of lower Worthington Street and East…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials Attended the annual Memorial Day Mass at St. Michael's Cemetery
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and city officials joined with Bishop William Byrne for the annual Memorial Day mass at St. Michael's Cemetery on Monday.
Mayor Sarno Comments on ‘Common Threads’ Apparent on Mass Shootings – Emphasizes the need for Congress to act on Commonsense Legislation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “First of all, my heart breaks for the families in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York, who have been tragically impacted by these horrific mass shootings. Then again, isn’t this what we hear from all our elected…
City of Springfield Holds Memorial Day Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the Springfield Veterans’ Services Department held the annual Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony with a program on the front steps of City Hall and honorary wreath laying ceremony at the Veterans’ Monuments located in…
Mayor Sarno, DPW Director Cignoli and Eversource Announce Third Phase of Enhanced LED Pedestrian Lighting in the South End
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Director of the Department of Public Works (DPW) Chris Cignoli and Eversource are pleased to announce the third phase of the installation of enhanced LED pedestrian lighting in the South End, to be located on Main Street,…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on Passing of Nick Caputo, Founder of the Iconic Red Rose Pizzeria
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “I am so saddened to hear about Mr. Nicola “Nick” Caputo’s passing. My wife Carla and daughters Cassandra and Chiara send our sympathy, thoughts, prayers, and encouragement to Nick’s wife Edda Caputo, daughters Rita and…
Mayor Sarno and Chief of Staff Ashe Join with Bowles Elementary Afterschool for End of Year Field Day Celebration
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe joined with Assistant Director of Recreation Paula Thayer and Principal John Doty for a special End of Year Field Day with students, staff and families at Bowles Elementary School yesterday.
Mayor…
Mayor Sarno wishes Dave ‘Air Strike’ Cotter a Happy and Healthy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno wishes longtime Deputy Director of Housing and Code Enforcement Dave ‘Air Strike’ Cotter a very happy, health and well-deserved retirement.
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Springfield’s Own Kevin Sears on being Elected the 2023 National Association of Realtors 1st V.P.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Congratulations to my friend and Springfield’s own Kevin Sears of Sears Real Estate on being elected the 2023 National Association of Realtors 1st VP. Kevin, his dad Paul and family have been well-respected realtors…
Mayor Sarno enjoys a visit from good Family Friend 'Mickey' Santaniello
“Dear family friend, veteran and longtime customer of my dad Al ‘The Barber’, ‘Mickey’ Santaniello stopped by after his visit to our Veterans’ Department to say hello. Good to be with you Mickey and I’ll see you at Saturday 4pm Mass at Mt. Carmel…
Mayor Sarno Announce Fifth Round of ARPA Funding Awards
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the city American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today the City of Springfield’s fifth round of ARPA RFP funding awards for small businesses, nonprofits, hospitality, economic development and job creation, and home…
Mayor Sarno Thrilled with Springfield Thunderbirds Calder Cup Run
As I was leaving our MassMutual Center, aka the ‘Thunderdome’, after a truly exhilarating late 4-3 comeback playoff victory by our beloved Springfield T-Birds Wednesday evening and the place was packed and the atmosphere was electric.
Mayor Sarno Joined State Rep. Gonzalez and State Secretary of Health and Human Services Sudders for Springfield Pharmacy Visit
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with State Representative Carlos Gonzalez and State Secretary of Health and Human Service Marylou Sudders today at the Springfield Pharmacy located at 894 Main Street.
Representative Gonzalez, in collaboration with…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials hold Special Flag Raising Ceremony for V for Victory site at Forest Park
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Parks Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Veterans Services Director Tom Belton, Deputy Veterans Services Director Joe…
Mayor Sarno and State Representative Gonzalez join with Springfield Boys and Girls Club and AT&T for Special Donation to Children
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and State Representative Carlos Gonzalez joined with AT&T and the Springfield Boys and Girls Club Executive Director Vincent Borello as AT&T donated over 100 brand new Samsung chrome books to the children at the Boys and Girls…
Comcast offers Affordable Connectivity Program for Eligible Households
Comcast has announced that they are participating in the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and the $30/month benefit can be applied to any tier of Xfinity Internet service.
Mayor Sarno and Police Deputy Kent join with State Representatives Gonzalez and Ashe for Ghost Gun Awareness Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Police Deputy Chief Steven Kent joined with State Representatives Carlos Gonzalez and Brian Ashe and Everytown for Gun Safety for a ghost gun awareness event at the Springfield Police Department to highlight…