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City of Springfield Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week
Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford joined today for the City of Springfield’s second annual Black Maternal Health Week celebration at City Hall. Ms. Ford presented a mayoral proclamation on…
Mayor Sarno Wishes Dave Cruise a Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined President & CEO of MassHire Hampden County Workforce Board David M. Cruise last evening to present him with a special proclamation and wish him well as he retires after a long career of public service.
Cruise has served…
BTO Presents the Short Film "A Trouble with Change"
The Springfield Youth Mental Health Coalition is convened by the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts. The Coalition consists of behavioral health and youth-serving organization serving youth and families across Greater Springfield. We…
Mayor Sarno joins for Oath of Office Ceremony for Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Bill Baker joined with city and state officials and the Springfield Police Department for the Oath of Office Ceremony for Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers today at Symphony Hall.
Earlier…
City of Springfield Opens Golf Courses Wednesday April 10th
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Thomas Ashe have announced that the City of Springfield will be opening Franconia and Veterans Municipal Golf Courses this Wednesday, April 10, 2024…
Springfield DPW Schedules 2024 Spring Hazardous Waste Collection Dates for Springfield Residents
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced the schedule for the 2024 spring hazardous waste collection for Springfield residents. Springfield residents must call the 311 Call Center at (413) 736-3111 to schedule their…
Springfield Department of Health and Human Services Issues Public Health Advisory for April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton Harris) are issuing a public health advisory ahead of the Solar Eclipse which will take place on Monday, April 8, 2024.
The City of Springfield Department of Health and…
Mayor Sarno Meets with MGM Resorts International CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and city officials met today with MGM Resorts International CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle and MGM Springfield President and COO Louis Theros to discuss recently published reports of a possible sale of MGM Springfield. This…
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Kick-off Public Health Month with Special Event at City Hall
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris held the City of Springfield’s Annual Public Health Month kick-off event today at City Hall. Mayor Sarno brought greetings and presented a proclamation…
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno wishes everyone a happy and healthy Easter
Mayor Sarno states, “On behalf of my wife Carla and daughters Cassandra and Chiara, we wish you a happy and healthy Easter holiday during the Holy Week. May God continue to bless you and your families, and our city of Springfield.”
Mayor Sarno wishes Jimmie ‘JJ’ James a Happy and Healthy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe wished Jimmie ‘JJ’ James a very happy and healthy retirement. After 36 years of dedicated service to the City of Springfield, JJ is ready to call it a career. JJ started off as a Senior Building…
Mayor Sarno and Fire Commissioner Calvi Join with Last Call Foundation and 9 Alarm Apparel for Grant Funding Announcement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi joined with the Last Call Foundation and 9 Alarm Apparel for a special grant funding announcement today at the Springfield Fire Department headquarters. The Last Call Foundation will award the…
Mayor Sarno Reappoints Al Tranghese and Norman Roldan to Board of Police Commissioners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has reappointed Springfield residents Albert Tranghese and Norman Roldan to the Board of Police Commissioners. Both Tranghese and Roldan’s appointments were set to expire on April 1st.
Mayor Sarno and City Clerk Oyola Welcome City Clerks from Across New England and the State of New York
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Clerk Gladys Oyola welcomed Kathy Montejo, City Clerk and Registrar of Voters from Lewiston, ME and a group of City Clerks from across New England and upper state New York. The group of about 20 Clerks were in…
Mayor Sarno and Mayor Reichelt of West Springfield Looking Forward to the 2nd Annual Hooplandia with the Mayors’ Cup
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt are looking forward to the 2nd Annual Hooplandia event where the City of Springfield looks to defend the Mayors’ Cup in the Battle of the Springfields’. This exciting tournament will…
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal and STCC President Cook Visit and Tour Cybersecurity Center for Excellence at Union Station
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Congressman Richard E. Neal and Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) President John Cook to visit and tour the Cybersecurity Center for Excellence at Union Station on Tuesday, March 26th. My-Ron Hatch…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials Highlight Environmental Stewardship at Watershops Pond
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Patrick Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreational Management (PBRM), Director of Capital Asset Construction Peter Garvey, Disaster Recovery and Compliance Director Tina Quagliato Sullivan, Springfield…
City Hall Employees Participate in Active Shooter Training
On Saturday, March 23rd, City Hall employees volunteered to participate in an active shooter training session in partnership with Protective Advanced Safety Services (PASS) and the Springfield Police Department. This training session follows Mayor…
Mayor Sarno joined with Pizza Fanatics Chris and Lisa DiMauro to Highlight some of Springfield’s Delicious Pizzas
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with NE Pizza Fanatics Chris and Lisa DiMauro on their podcast today to highlight some of the city of Springfield’s most delicious and recognized pizzas from across the city. Mayor Sarno and the DiMauro’s enjoyed pizza…
Mayor Sarno Welcomes Pastor Feliciano from Calvary Love Church
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Mayoral Aide Genesis Velez-Roque welcomed Pastor Juan Feliciano of Calvary’s Love Church today. Pastor Feliciano expressed his respect and support of Mayor Sarno’s efforts standing up for our residents, businesses and…