The Board of Health for the City of Springfield will allow tag sales to resume effective Saturday, September 12, 2020, with restrictions, as part of the City of Springfield’s Phase III reopening plans.
Those individuals seeking to hold a tag sale need to request a permit through the City Clerk’s Office and must adhere to the COVID-19 guidance as stated below.
- Face coverings should be worn at all times
- Individuals should adhere to the social distancing guidelines
- No more than ten (10) persons at one time
- Gloves should be worn by participants and organizers
- No trying on of clothes or other garments
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno stated, “Out of an abundance of caution, my administration has been deliberate, cautious, and ever vigilant in our response to the ongoing COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. Our strategic response to help mitigate the community spread of this virus has been working. The state Department of Public Health has designated our City as a lower risk – Green – community due to our low number of cases over a two-week period. As we continue to review all of the latest information and the scientific and medical data, the City of Springfield is committed to moving forward with our Phase III reopening aspects carefully. Again, we are closely monitoring the situation and reviewing all information from the local, state and federal level, as well as from our medical institutions as well. I want to thank our residents and business community for doing their part in adhering to all of the public health and safety measures. I also want to acknowledge our brave and dedicated city team, especially our Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, who has done the yeoman’s work as we continue to work together to defeat this virus.”
Health and Human Services Commissioner Caulton-Harris stated, “As we continue to carefully review all of the COVID-19 related data and information, the City of Springfield’s Board of Health is confident that the City can further expand our Phase III reopening plans by allowing tag sales for our residents. I want to encourage all of our residents to adhere to all of the public health and safety measures and guidance. Mayor Sarno and I cannot stress enough the importance for everyone to do their part by adhering to all of the public health and safety measures by wearing a mask, washing hands, cleaning surfaces, following social distancing protocols and staying home if you are not feeling well. If we continue to work together, we will defeat this virus.”
Residents can contact the City Clerk’s Office to schedule an appointment to request a Tag Sale permit at (413) 750-3298 or email at clerks@springfieldcityhall.com
Residents are also encouraged to contact the City’s COVID-19 hotline at (413) 750-3250 for information related to the Coronavirus or to report any COVID-19 related concerns.