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HUD Awards More Than $4.3 Million to Help End Youth Homelessness in Western Massachusetts
Grants to support innovative housing programs in 23 communities nationally
Mayor Sarno Joins American Medical Response to Launch Earn While You Learn Initiative
Program will stimulate Springfield economy while offering trainees a cost-free way to launch a career in EMS
Sarno Administration Surpasses $616 Million in School Repairs
Mayor Sarno and Superintendent Warwick tour schools, reviewing the $14 million in summer work across school facilities
Cooling Centers Opening in the City of Springfield
Mayor Sarno, along with the Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Helen R. Caulton-Harris, announced today that the City of Springfield will open Cooling Centers in the City on Monday, August 19, 2019 The sites are:
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From an Intern's Perspective... Danielle Dorn
"We've had many great interns. Danielle's heartfelt words to everyone on the staff meant the world to us. We wanted to sharewhat internships mean to our interns and to my office. It's mutually beneficial." - Mayor Domenic J. Sarno
Dear Mayor Sarno…
Mayor Sarno Once Again Voted by MassLive’s Reader Raves as Best City or Town Official
Mayor Sarno was recently notified that for the sixth consecutive year he has been voted by Reader Raves as “Best City or Town Official”.
Mayor Sarno states, “Thank you to all the voters of ‘Reader Raves’ for your continued belief and confidence in…
Mayor Sarno and Brigadier General John Driscoll Honor Family of PFC Francis E. Drake, USMC with Massachusetts Medal of Liberty
On October 9, 1942, PFC Francis E. Drake, USMC made the ultimate sacrifice at Guadalcanal in the Pacific Theatre of Operations during World War II in defense of the United States of America. Today, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Brigadier General John…
Mayor Sarno Issues Executive Order on Casino Advisory Committee Under Host Community Agreement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “This Advisory Committee will help make sure that both MGM Springfield and the City of Springfield are successful through the promotion of economic development initiatives involving travel, tourism, business development…
Springfield Police Department Received Ten Proposals for Body Worn Camera Project
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Acting Police Commissioner announce that the Springfield Police Department has received ten proposals for its Body-Worn Camera Project. The request for proposals ended at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday and the Office of Procurement…
36th Annual National Night Out Against Crime and Violence
On Tuesday, August 6, 2019 throughout the City of Springfield, citizens, community groups, law enforcement agencies, business, state and local officials will join over 38 million people in over 16 thousand communities nationwide to celebrate the 36th…
Springfield Native Isan Diaz Called Up to Miami Marlins
“Congrats to Springfield and Central High School’s own Isan Diaz in being called up to the Miami Marlins. We’re so proud of you and wish you continued success on and off the field. You’ve always been not only a great ball player, but just as…
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Acting Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood Mourn the Death of Officer Aaron McNab
It is with deep sorrow for Acting Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood to inform you of the tragic death of Springfield Police Officer Aaron McNab Friday night.
Officer McNab was away with friends and family at Lake Morey in Vermont when he died in a…
City Announces Workforce Training Course for New Healthy Homes Program
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, the City of Springfield Office of Housing and the MassHire Hampden County Workforce Board (MHHCWB) are co-sponsoring a construction training course for unemployed individuals as part of the City’s new Healthy Homes Program.…
Springfield Neighborhood C3 Public Safety Groups Collaborate on Springfield Citywide C3 Safety Fest
The City of Springfield C3 Neighborhood organizations will be joining forces to present the Springfield Citywide C3 Safety Fest on Saturday, August 3rd at Riverfront Park.
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on Springfield Native and NFL Hall of Famer Nick Buoniconti’s Passing
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “First of all, my thoughts, sympathy, prayers and encouragement to Nick’s family and friends, especially his wife Lynn, children and brother Peter. From the streets of the South End to the fields of Emerson Wight Park…
Cooling Centers Opening in the City of Springfield
Mayor Sarno, along with the Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Helen R. Caulton-Harris, announced today that the City of Springfield will open Cooling Centers in the City on Monday and Tuesday.
Mayor Sarno stated, “It is very important in…
Mayor Sarno Announces Medium Duty Cutaway Bus to be Purchased for Our Senior Citizens
After prior meetings with our seniors and working with Commissioner of Health & Human Services Helen Caulton-Harris, Elder Affairs Director Sandy Federico, Chief Administrative & Financial Officer TJ Plante and retired City Councilor Clodo…
Mayor Sarno Proud of His Nomination of First African-American Female City Clerk Confirmed by City Council
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Congratulations to Associate City Solicitor and current Attorney to the City Council Tasheena Davis on becoming the City’s first African-American female City Clerk. Thank you to the City Council for voting to confirm…
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Acting Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood swore in the newest class of Springfield Police Officers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Acting Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood swore in the newest class of Springfield Police Officers last week at Springfield College.Mayor Sarno stated, “I’m proud and thankful that these young men and young ladies and…
Mayor Spends Time at KIDS DAY 2019
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno spent time at the Kids Day 2019 event presented by the Springfield Police Department and Sector A Beat Management Team. Police, fire, Sheriff’s Department, and medical response teams brought out the truck, cruises, ambulances…