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Roadway and Pedestrian Safety Improvements on State Street to begin on June 1, 2022
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…
Springfield Police Department Promotes Two Captains
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…
City of Springfield Veterans Department Looking for Volunteers for Flagging of Cemeteries for Memorial Day
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…
Watershop Dam Construction Complete - Watershop Pond / Lake Massasoit to be Refilled
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…
Mayor Sarno test positive for COVID-19
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…
Springfield Vax Force Youth Council to hold Healthy Us: Community Day of Wellness Event
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…
Mayor Sarno Announces Additional Multi-Faceted Tax Relief Plan as part of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Recommendation
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…
Springfield Police Release Body-Camera Footage of Officers Helping Choking 3-Month-Old Baby
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…
City of Springfield and Department of Justice Announce RFQ for Compliance Evaluator
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…
Mayor Sarno joined with the Springfield VA Clinic to Recognize Nurses Week
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…
Mayor Sarno, Sheriff Cocchi, Police Superintendent Clapprood and PBRM Director Sullivan Announce Continued Partnership to Enhance Forest Park Patrols
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…
Mayor Sarno Testifies before Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies in Support of Governor Baker’s Legislation
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…
HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris, Mayoral Aide Click-Bruce and State Representative Williams join with Barber Clarence Smith to Recognize Black Barbershop Appreciation Month
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…
CDO Sheehan and City Officials hold Second meeting with Pastors’ Council to Discuss Continued Economic Development Opportunities
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…
The Springfield Community Preservation Committee (SCPC) Announces the 2022 Historic Homes Restoration Program. A Grant Opportunity for Homeowners.
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…
Mayor Sarno Visits with Seniors for ‘Derby de Mayo’ Celebration at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center
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’…
Mayor Sarno, HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris, Fire Commissioner Calvi and Police Deputy Chief Kent Join with American Medical Response for Earn While You Learn Graduation and Awards and Recognition Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi and Police Deputy Chief Steven Kent joined with officials from American Medical…
City of Springfield Board of Health Issues Mask Advisory for those with Underlying Health Conditions
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the Board of Health is issuing a Mask Advisory due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases. The…