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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Mayor Sarno and State Representative Williams Honor Renowned African-American Tennis Pioneer Art Carrington
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce joined with state Representative Bud Williams and Andrew Cade, Senior Vice President for the Urban League of Springfield, to honor renowned…
City of Springfield Celebrates Caribbean Festival Parade
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Council President Jesse Lederman, Councilor Malo Brown, State Representative Bud Williams, Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce and other officials joined with the Caribbean…
Mayor Sarno and Mayoral Aide Marrero Attend New North Citizens Council’s Back to School Block Party
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Mayoral Aide Minerva Marrero joined with the New North Citizens Council (NNCC) and many community partners on Friday at Roberto Clemente Field for the NNCC’s annual Back to…
Mayor Sarno Superintendent Warwick, and Director Sullivan Meet with Bob Bolduc and Shannon Mumblo for updates on the Hope Foundation for Youth and Families
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, joined by Schools Superintendent Daniel Warwick and Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Director Patrick Sullivan, met with founder of Pride Stores Mr. Bob Bolduc and…
Mayor Sarno wishes William ‘Bill’ Baker a Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno stopped by the School Department today to wish William ‘Bill’ Baker a very happy and health retirement. Baker is retiring after a distinguished 40-year career, most recently…