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Springfield Parks Department Announces Concerts in the Park 2022

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan are pleased to announce the return of the Concerts in the Park.

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CAFO TJ Plante Recognized as 2022 GFOA Hero Award Recipient

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to announce that Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) with the prestigious 2022 GFOA Hero…

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Springfield Department of Health and Human Services Encourages Residents to keep Cool this Weekend

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The Springfield Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is encouraging residents to stay cool this weekend. According to local weather services, temperatures are expected to reach into the mid to high 90’s.

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Roadway and Pedestrian Safety Improvements on State Street to begin on June 1, 2022

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli and Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced today that variable message signs for the temporary measures for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements on State…

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Springfield Police Department Promotes Two Captains

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On Tuesday May 17th, the Springfield Police Department and Chief of Staff Thomas Ashe on behalf of Mayor Domenic J. Sarno hosted a pinning ceremony for the Department’s newest Captains at the Springfield Police Training Facility on Page Boulevard.

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City of Springfield Veterans Department Looking for Volunteers for Flagging of Cemeteries for Memorial Day

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The City of Springfield’s Veterans Department is looking for volunteers to help with the flagging of cemeteries for Memorial Day. Memorial Day is Monday, May 30, 2022. Cemetery flagging will take place from Saturday, May 14th through Sunday, May…

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Watershop Dam Construction Complete - Watershop Pond / Lake Massasoit to be Refilled

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and city officials announced today that the construction at the Watershop Dam is substantially complete and the process of refilling the Watershop Pond / Lake Massasoit will begin today, May 16, 2022. The process will take…

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Mayor Sarno test positive for COVID-19

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The Mayor’s Office today announced that Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. He is confirming a home test result with a PCR test today. The Mayor will isolate for five (5) days pursuant to the CDC guidelines. Although…

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Springfield Vax Force Youth Council to hold Healthy Us: Community Day of Wellness Event

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris are proud to announce that the Springfield Vax Force Youth Council led by UMass Medical Student, Kassandra Jean-Marie and community philanthropist and…

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Mayor Sarno Announces Additional Multi-Faceted Tax Relief Plan as part of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Recommendation

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante announced today additional multi-faceted tax relief plan for residents today as part of the Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) budget recommendation being submitted to the…

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Springfield Police Release Body-Camera Footage of Officers Helping Choking 3-Month-Old Baby

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood and the Springfield Police Department as the Springfield Police Department released body-worn camera footage of two officers who helped a choking baby while working a detail…

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City of Springfield and Department of Justice Announce RFQ for Compliance Evaluator

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City of Springfield along with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) jointly announced today the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an independent compliance evaluator per the terms of the settlement agreement…

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Mayor Sarno joined with the Springfield VA Clinic to Recognize Nurses Week

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Springfield VA Clinic on Bond Street today to celebrate and recognize Nurses Week. Mayor Sarno thanked our brave and dedicated nurses and presented a mayoral proclamation declaring the week of May 6 through May…

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Mayor Sarno, Sheriff Cocchi, Police Superintendent Clapprood and PBRM Director Sullivan Announce Continued Partnership to Enhance Forest Park Patrols

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan to announce the continued partnership with the…

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Mayor Sarno Testifies before Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies in Support of Governor Baker’s Legislation

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno traveled to the State House in Boston on Monday to testify before the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies in support of Governor Charles Baker’s legislation; H. 4720: An Act Investing in Future…

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HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris, Mayoral Aide Click-Bruce and State Representative Williams join with Barber Clarence Smith to Recognize Black Barbershop Appreciation Month

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Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce and State Representative Bud Williams joined with Clarence Smith, owner of the Final Touch Barber Shop, Vanessa Ford, the Trust Transfer Project, Denise…

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CDO Sheehan and City Officials hold Second meeting with Pastors’ Council to Discuss Continued Economic Development Opportunities

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Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan, Housing Director Gerry McCafferty, Director of Disaster Recovery Tina Quagliato-Sullivan, Deputy Director of Neighborhoods Ed Whitley, Director of Community Development Cathy Buono, Principal Planner Alvin…

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The Springfield Community Preservation Committee (SCPC) Announces the 2022 Historic Homes Restoration Program. A Grant Opportunity for Homeowners.

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Application and guidelines to apply for a Historic Homes Restoration Grant are available on the Community Preservation Act webpage: https://www.springfield-ma.gov/finance/community-preservation. The deadline to apply is June 30, 2022.

The program is…

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Mayor Sarno Visits with Seniors for ‘Derby de Mayo’ Celebration at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Elder Affairs Director Sandy Federico today for the Elder Affairs Department’s ‘Derby de Mayo’ community partnership event. The event featured a…

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