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Mayor Sarno Announces $2.16 million in 13th Round of ARPA Awards - $7 million for Direct Assistance to Households & Creation of Springfield Higher Education ARPA Fund -
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan and the city’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today the 13th round of ARPA awards totaling $2.16 million. $942,656…
Mayor Sarno joins with Kristin Neville for Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival Kick-off Announcement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival Executive Director and co-founder Kristin Neville, co-founder Evan Plotkin, and members of the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Officer Tim Sheehan on a Well-Deserve Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe enjoyed a visit from Springfield Police Officers Tim Sheehan and Chris Goodrow from the Springfield Police Motorcycle Unit today. Mayor Sarno also…
Mayor Sarno Meets with Springfield College Students Tofael Hossain, Fahim and Springfield College staff member Bill Winslow
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Mayoral Intern Arianna Miranda met with Springfield College students, Tofael Hossain and Fahim, who are studying Political Science and Computer…
Splash Pads at Ruth Elizabeth and Barrows Park Reopen
The City of Springfield Parks Department announced today that construction and maintenance of the splash pads at Ruth Elizabeth Park and Barrows Park has been completed and that they are now open.
Summer Classic Baseball Event coming to Forest Park
Mayor Sarno stated, “Baseball is coming to our beloved and historic Forest Park."
"I want to thank Westfield Starfires owner Chris Thompson and his team for holding their summer classic game at our…
Christy Torres sworn-in as Newest Member of Board of Police Commissioners
Christy Torres was sworn-in today as the newest member of the Board of Police Commissioners by City Clerk Gladys. Mayor Sarno and fellow Police Commissioner Robert ‘Cee’ Jackson congratulated Christy…
Summer with the Community Music School of Springfield
Join the Community Music School at this year's Jazz & Roots Festival on July 22nd as CMSS students showcase their talents! Children's Chorus of Springfield's Summer Sing and Sonido Music Summer…
Department of Energy Recognizes Springfield Public Schools Energy Achievements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Efficient and Healthy Schools Campaign recently recognized Springfield Public Schools, citing the district’s “exemplary projects to improve the energy and…
CDO Tim Sheehan sets the record straight on ARPA funding for Playful Minds Daycare
In the MassLive article regarding the denial of a requested $1.5 Million in ARPA funding to the Longmeadow based company Playful Minds, the reporter, applicant and the city councilors commenting on…
Springfield Police Partner with Hampden County Sheriff’s Office to Serve Civil Papers
Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood today announced a new partnership with Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and his office.
Springfield Police Supervisors Complete Professional Development Training
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe welcomed Kevin Sullivan, Vice President, Strategic Corporate Relations and Engagement at Babson College, and Katherine Craven, Chief Administrative…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Friday, July 14th Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the passing of Forest Park Neighborhood Advocate Belle Rita Novak
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “So very sorry to hear about Belle Rita’s passing. My sympathy, thoughts, prayers and encouragement go out to her son Jeff, family and friends. One thing about Belle…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan thank Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and Crew for Continued Partnership on City Projects
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Patrick Sullivan, Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM), and Deputy Parks Director Peter Krupczak stopped by the old trolley pavilion on Thursday to…
Mayor Sarno Appoints Christy Torres to Board of Police Commissioners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has appointed Christy Torres of Springfield to the Board of Police Commissioners. Torres is replacing Norman Roldan who resigned on June 30, 2023. She…
Mayor Sarno and Police Superintendent Clapprood Announce Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant from State Department of Mental Health
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced today that the Springfield Police Department has been awarded a Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant of $367,474…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Lederman attend Climate Justice Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Council President Jesse Lederman joined with Live Well Springfield, Commonwealth Murals, Blues to Green, and community residents for a special Climate Justice Mural…
Mayor Sarno and City and State Officials Join with Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell for Open House Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with other local mayors, and city and state officials to welcome Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell as she held a special open house event at her Springfield Office on…
Mayor Sarno Visit with Seniors at Raymond Jordan Senior Center for Special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Department of Elder Affairs and seniors for a special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center on Wednesday, July 12th.