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‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Thursday, July 27th Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the movie “Puss in Boots” scheduled for tonight,…
Springfield DPW Announces that Solid Waste Collection will Begin Early on Friday, July 28th Due to Projected Heat
The Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division wishes to inform the residents of Springfield who have municipal trash, recycling and yard waste collection scheduled for Friday, July 28, 2023, that pick up will begin at 4:30 am due to the…
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Announce Dr. Aretha Townsend as New Deputy Public Health Commissioner
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today the appointment of Dr. Aretha Townsend as the new Deputy Public Health Commissioner for the City of Springfield Department of Health and…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Tuesday, July 25th Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to inclement weather forecasted for this evening the movie “Strange World” scheduled for tonight, Tuesday,…
City of Springfield Opens Cooling Centers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield will be opening cooling centers Wednesday, July 26th, Thursday, July 27th, and Friday, July 28th, 2023, due to the…
Public Partnerships, LLC tapped to review pending ARPA Direct Cash Household Assistance Applications
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City of Springfield American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today that Public Partnerships, LLC (PPL) of Boston, MA, has been selected by the city to act as the third party to take over reviewing the eligibility…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Friday, July 21st Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the movie “Strange World” scheduled for tonight, Friday,…
Mayor Sarno joined with NNCC for Grand Opening of Milagros 'Terry' Rodriquez Wellness Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Mini Marrero joined the Maria Ligus, Jose Claudio and the New North Citizens Council, along with the daughters and family of the late Milagros 'Terry' Rodriquez on Friday for the grand opening of the Milagros 'Terry'…
City of Springfield’s Finance Department Recognized with Distinguished Finance Award
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to report that the City of Springfield’s Finance Department, led by Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante and Comptroller Patrick Burns, has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers…
Mayor Sarno, HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris and City Officials Continue Discussions on the Dangers of Fentanyl with an Awareness Campaign
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan, Sgt. Jamie Bruno, and Michelle Balch from the Springfield Public Schools met with…
Mayor Sarno joins with Retired Springfield Police Sgt. John Delaney and the Ride to Remember for a Special Donation to Central City Boxing
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with retired Police Sgt. John Delaney and the Ride to Remember for a special $10,000 donation to Central City Boxing on Wednesday at the boxing gym located on Berkshire Avenue.
Mayor Sarno stated, “I want to thank…
Mayor Sarno Announces $2.16 million in 13th Round of ARPA Awards - $7 million for Direct Assistance to Households & Creation of Springfield Higher Education ARPA Fund -
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan and the city’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today the 13th round of ARPA awards totaling $2.16 million. $942,656 is being awarded to new businesses, $725,800 is…
Mayor Sarno joins with Kristin Neville for Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival Kick-off Announcement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival Executive Director and co-founder Kristin Neville, co-founder Evan Plotkin, and members of the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival Board of Directors on Tuesday, July 18th in Tower…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Officer Tim Sheehan on a Well-Deserve Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe enjoyed a visit from Springfield Police Officers Tim Sheehan and Chris Goodrow from the Springfield Police Motorcycle Unit today. Mayor Sarno also congratulated Officer Tim Sheehan on a well-deserve…
Mayor Sarno Meets with Springfield College Students Tofael Hossain, Fahim and Springfield College staff member Bill Winslow
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Mayoral Intern Arianna Miranda met with Springfield College students, Tofael Hossain and Fahim, who are studying Political Science and Computer Science courses, who come from the country of…
Splash Pads at Ruth Elizabeth and Barrows Park Reopen
The City of Springfield Parks Department announced today that construction and maintenance of the splash pads at Ruth Elizabeth Park and Barrows Park has been completed and that they are now open.
Summer Classic Baseball Event coming to Forest Park
Mayor Sarno stated, “Baseball is coming to our beloved and historic Forest Park."
"I want to thank Westfield Starfires owner Chris Thompson and his team for holding their summer classic game at our iconic Walker Grandstand here in Forest Park and to…
Christy Torres sworn-in as Newest Member of Board of Police Commissioners
Christy Torres was sworn-in today as the newest member of the Board of Police Commissioners by City Clerk Gladys. Mayor Sarno and fellow Police Commissioner Robert ‘Cee’ Jackson congratulated Christy and thanked her for her willingness to serve.
Summer with the Community Music School of Springfield
Join the Community Music School at this year's Jazz & Roots Festival on July 22nd as CMSS students showcase their talents! Children's Chorus of Springfield's Summer Sing and Sonido Music Summer Session students will wrap up their summer programming…
Department of Energy Recognizes Springfield Public Schools Energy Achievements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Efficient and Healthy Schools Campaign recently recognized Springfield Public Schools, citing the district’s “exemplary projects to improve the energy and environmental performance of their school’s…