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City of Springfield Partners with Springfield Housing Authority as part of the Commonwealth’s Phase II Vaccine Deployment Plan to Vaccinate Eligible Residents in Public Housing Authorities
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris joined with Springfield Housing Authority (SHA) Executive Director Denise R. Jordan and Deputy Director Nicole Kane to announce that the City of Springfield,…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on 1 Year Anniversary of COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic
On March 13, 2020, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno declared a state of emergency in the City of Springfield in response to the outbreak of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
City of Springfield to Hold Public Presentations by Proposers for Phase Two of Adult Use Marijuana Applications
The City of Springfield will hold a virtual public presentation by proposers for Phase II of Adult Use Marijuana applications on Monday, March 15, 2021, and Thursday, March 18, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Mayor Sarno Meets with State Representative Williams to Discuss the City’s Continued Efforts during the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris met with State Representative Bud Williams to discuss the city’s continued efforts to provide much-needed public health access and outreach efforts for the city’s…
Mayor Sarno Issues International Women's Day Proclamation
Happy International Women's Day!
Mayor Sarno and Police Commissioner Clapprood Wish Officer Borrero a Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood and the Springfield Police Department to wish Officer Ruben Borrero Sr., a happy and very well-deserved retirement. Officer Borrero is retiring after 44 years of brave,…
Mayor Sarno "Goes Blue," Declares March “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month”
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has issued a proclamation declaring the month of March 2021 as “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month” here in the City of Springfield. The month of March has been celebrated as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month since the…
Mayor Sarno Thanks State Representatives Ramos and Gonzalez for Refiling Illegal Dirt Bike Home Rule Legislation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno thanks State Representative/Ward 8 City Councilor Orlando Ramos for refiling the illegal dirt bike home rule legislation; An Act relative to the use of recreation vehicles in the city of Springfield. In addition, Mayor Sarno…
City of Springfield’s Aquatics Division Offering Lifeguard Training Classes this April
The City of Springfield’s Aquatics Division will be offering a Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course during April vacation week at Milton Bradley School, 22 Mulberry St. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
Persons 15 years of age and…
Mayor Sarno and Fire Commissioner Calvi Joins American Medical Response to Thank City’s Dispatch Team
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi, Springfield Emergency Management Director Bob Hassett, Springfield Fire Deputy Chief of Staff Services David A. Wells, along with American Medical Response (“AMR”) Officials including…
Spring is in the Air...and so is Football!
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno stopped by Central High School – home of scholars and champions – to watch our defending State Division I Champions Central Golden Eagles football team practice today.
Mayor Sarno stated, “It’s great to see Coach Valdamar…
City of Springfield Sets Up Tent for Residents to Pay City Taxes at Windows Outside of City Hall
– Encourages Residents to Pay Taxes Online or by Mail –
Upcoming Events for Paraprofessionals in Springfield
Come learn more about becoming a licensed educator in Springfield Public Schools this March with a number of educational opportunities taking place this month specifically for current paraprofessionals in Springfield.
Mayor Sarno Wishes Dr. Seuss Happy 117th Birthday
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno wishes a very Happy 117th Birthday to Springfield’s very own Theodor Geisel, aka… Dr. Seuss!
City of Springfield Raises Dominican Flag
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, State Representative Carlos Gonzalez and State Senator Adam Gomez joined Vladimar Caceres and representatives from the Dominican Cultural Sports Center to raise the Dominican Flag to commemorate Dominican Independence Day. …
City of Springfield Action Plan Substantial Amendment #10
HOPWA CARES ACT SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDS - ACTION PLAN 2020
Mayor Sarno Responds to Broadcast by Fox News Journalist
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “The report broadcasted by the Fox journalist is totally inaccurate. The City of Springfield has nothing to do with the incident at Smith College in Northampton. I am proud to say that Springfield has been on a…
SPS Chief Communications Officer Azell Cavaan and CFO Patrick Roach Talk About Ventilation Upgrades Made to City Schools
Springfield Public School Chief Communications Officer Azell Cavaan and CFO Patrick Roach talk about the specific building ventilation upgrades made at public schools to provide safe, clean air for students and staff.
SPS Plan for In-Person Re-opening Subject to Union Negotiations
The School Committee is considering an in-person education plan that would begin on April 5th, with students in grades pre-k through five; the district’s highest need Special Education students; students with limited or interrupted formal education;…