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Mayor Sarno Highlights ARPA Accomplishments, Celebrating One Year of Success
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno highlighted the City of Springfield’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) accomplishments and celebrated the many success stories on the one-year anniversary since the program was established in the city with the creation of the…
Mayor Sarno Announces ARPA Award Funding to HOPE CDC
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan, and the city American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today that the newly established HOPE Community Development Corporation (CDC) is being awarded $500,000 as part of the…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials Meet with Joshua Croke, new MassDevelopment TDI Fellow for Mason Square
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, Deputy Director of Economic Development Brian Connors, Principal Planner Alvin Allen, and Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce met with Joshua Croke, MassDevelopment Transformative Development…
Mayor Sarno Meets with City Councilor Zaida Govan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno met with Ward 8 City Councilor Zaida Govan today to continue discussions on the many neighborhood projects and initiatives throughout the city, especially the Indian Orchard Main Street business district and riverfront areas.
TJO Animal Control and Adoption Center Holding an Open House
City of Springfield Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center is holding an open house for those interested in learning more about a career with the TJO Animal Control and Adoption Center
Springfield DPW and MassDOT to Develop Citywide Safety Action Plan to seek Federal Funding for Roadway Improvements
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with MassDOT and their consultant, Kittelson & Associates, are developing a Citywide Safety Action Plan as part of an application seeking federal grant funding under the “Safe…
Mayor Sarno welcomes UMass Graduate Students to Springfield
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Economic Development Deputy Director Brian Connors, Senior Planner Julisa Davila-Ramos and retired Principal Planner Scott Hanson in welcoming UMass Professors Frank Sleegers and Michael Di Pasquale, and students…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the Passing of Retired Chief Development Officer Kevin Kennedy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “First of all, my sympathy, thoughts, prayers and encouragement to Kevin’s wife Debbie, family and friends. I was very saddened to hear about my friend and retired Chief Development Officer Kevin Kennedy’s passing –…
Mayor Sarno Attended 8th Annual ‘Fill the Plate’ Kick Off Event at Hot Table to Benefit the Gray House
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno once again donated and joined with Gray House Executive Director Kristen McClintock at Hot Table in Tower Square to kick off the Gray House’s 8th Annual Hot Table Fundraiser for the Market at the Gray House. The Market is a…
Mayor’s Office welcomes new Mayoral Aide, Genesis Velez Roque
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that Genesis Velez Roque will be joining the Mayor’s Office as a Mayoral Aide. Minerva ‘Mini’ Marrero, who previously served as mayoral aide, will transition into her new role as the Mayor’s new Administrative…
Mayor Sarno, PBRM Director Sullivan, Councilor Fenton and Atwater Park Civic Association Announce Rehabilitation plans for Atwater Park Fountain
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Director of Parks, Building and Recreational Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan, Ward 2 City Councilor Attorney Michael Fenton, Steve Haddad of the Atwater Park Civic Association and residents gathered today on the corner of…
Mayor Sarno, CDO Sheehan and Representative Gonzalez joined with Governor Baker for special Roundtable discussion with Western Mass Economic Development Council, Valley Venture Mentors and the Western Mass Founders Network
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan and state Representative Carlos Gonzalez joined with Governor Charlie Baker for a special roundtable discussion with Western Mass Economic Development Council (EDC) President and CEO Rick…
O’Toole Associates, LLC selected as Compliance Evaluator by DOJ and City of Springfield
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Solicitor Judge John Payne and Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced today that the City of Springfield, Springfield Police Department, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have cooperatively selected O’Toole…
Mayor Sarno joined with Governor Baker, Lt. Governor Politio and Massachusetts Convention Center Authority for a special celebration for the decommissioning of the Springfield Civic Center Garage
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, DPW Director Chris Cignoli and Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi joined with Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn Politio, Secretary of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance…
BRIGHT NIGHTS NAMED BEST OF THE BEST BY AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION
For a third year, Bright Nights at Forest Park has been recognized by the American Bus Association for being the “Best of the Best for 2022. According to the American Bus Association website, buses.org, “Best of the Best honors outstanding travel…
Mayor Sarno joined with MGM Springfield for special Celebration Event to mark 4 Year Anniversary
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with MGM Springfield President and CEO Chris Kelley and the MGM Springfield team for a special all-employee party to celebrate MGM Springfield’s 4 year anniversary. As part of this event, a special check presentation…
Mayor Sarno, Ward 1 Councilor Perez, HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris, Elder Affairs Director Federico, Mayor Aide Marrero and New North Citizens Council Hold 1st Annual Elders’ Day
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Elder Affairs Director Sandy Federico and Mayoral Aide Mini Marrero joined with the New North Citizens Council for the First…
Mayor Sarno, Councilor Whitfield, HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris and City Officials hold Black Breastfeeding Week Celebration as part of National Breastfeeding Month
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, city Councilor Tracye Whitfield, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, City Solicitor Talia Gee and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Judi Crowell joined with Shenell Ford, Heart2Heartbeat…
Springfield Open Spaces and Recreation Needs Survey
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management is preparing its 2022-2027 Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP) and is seeking input from residents & park users on the use and needs for improving of the City’s open…
Mayor Sarno welcomes Governor Baker and Congressman Neal from Boston train ride at Springfield Union Station
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, a member of the East-West Passenger Rail Study Advisory Committee, welcomed Governor Charlie Baker, Congressman Richard Neal, Secretary of Transportation Jamey Tesler, Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner and state officials after their…