Congressman Richard E. Neal Joins The Regreen Springfield Effort

WHO:              Congressman Richard E. Neal, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City of Springfield’s Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreational Management Patrick Sullivan  

WHAT:            Congressman Richard E. Neal will present Mayor Domenic J. Sarno with a check to aid the Regreen Springfield initiative

WHEN:            Monday, January 29, 2012, at 2:00 p.m.

WHERE:          396 Roosevelt Avenue, Springfield, MA  

BACKGROUND

Congressman Richard E. Neal will present Mayor Domenic J. Sarno with a check to aid the Regreen Springfield initiative.  The Regreen Springfield initiative aims to replant trees in areas of Springfield affected by the recent severe storms, especially the June 1st tornado.  The city has already begun the reforestation of impacted neighborhoods by planting approximately 200 trees last fall.  Planting plans for the spring are already underway and the donation by Congressman Neal will help Regreen Springfield achieve its goal of restoring Springfield’s tree canopy.  A public announcement of Congressman Neal’s donation will be held in Springfield at 396 Roosevelt Avenue, on Monday January 29, 2012, at 2:00 p.m.  To learn more about the Regreen Springfield effort visit: www.regreenspringfield.com