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SpringfieldMA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$222,700 Typical home value $301,926 +4.2% yr/yr · +31.9% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (110)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Kateri B. Walsh — Councilmember
- Maria Perez — Councilmember
- Victor Davila — Councilmember
- Lavar Click-Bruce — Councilmember
- Brian Santaniello — Councilmember
- Jerry Martin — Councilmember
- Tracye Whitfield
- Malo Brown
- Sean Curran
- Zaida Govan
- Michael A. Fenton
- Timothy C. Allen
- Tracye Whitfield Petitions
- Jose Delgado
- Tracye Whitfield Orders
- Michael A. Fenton Orders
- Tracye Whitfield Grants
- Anna Marie Golden
- Cathy Bueno
- Cindy Murphy
- Click-Bruce
- Dan Murphy
- Jose Delgado Grants
- Jose Delgado Orders
- Jose Delgado Resolutions
- Justin Hurst
- Kendal Lashane
- Kevin Garvey
- Laura Walsh
- Maria Perez Grants
- Maria Perez Orders
- Maria Perez Ordinaces
- Maria Perez Petitions
- Michael A. Fenton Resolutions
- Peter Krupczack
- Rawad Elias
- Sakr Bachir
- Sean Curran Grants
- Sean Curran Orders
- Sean Curran Ordinances
- Seth Kaufman
- Steve Lonergan
- Tyonne Hinson
Who’s on the Community Preservation Committee
- Robert McCarroll
- Clinton Harris
- Stephen Bosworth
- Willie Thomas
- Juanita Martinez
- Rhonda Sherrell
- Steven Bosworth
- Gloria DeFillipo
- Yolanda Cancel
- Crowell
- DeFillippo
Who’s on the Conservation Commission
- Fred Miller
- Clarence Jones
- Christopher Collins
- Frank Ryan
- Juanita Martinez
- Paul Bongiorni
- Peter J Alminas
Who’s on the General
- Ford
- McQuade
- Morin
- Daniele
- Cunningham
- Mineo
- Florian
- Adam Lunghi
- Cathy Buono
- Marylou Ireland
- Milette
- Peter B. Picknelly
- Steve Desilets
- Tom Ashe
- LaTonia Monroe-Naylor
- Maria Perez
- Robert McCarroll
- Stephen Bosworth
- Willie Thomas
- Juanita Martinez
- Patrice Swan
Who’s on the Historical Commission
- Judith Crowell
- Walter Kroll
- Alfonso Nardi
- In-Person
- In-Person Judi Crowell
- In-Person Kevin Coffee
- In-Person Marisa Zorzi
- In-Person Vana Nespor
- In-Person Vincent Walsh
- Marisa Zorzi
Who’s on the Planning
- Chelsea Choi
- Gloria DeFillippo
- Luca Mineo
- Rosemary Morin
- Jennifer McQuade
- Rico Daniele
- Leo Florian
- Martin Cunningham
Who’s on the School Committee - Building & Maintenance
- Norman Roldan
- Adam Lunghi
- Malo Brown
- Collins McQuade
- Patrick Sullivan
- T.J. Plante
- Steve Desilets
- Chris Collins
- Cathy Buono
- Tom Ashe
Municipal budget
Total revenue$1.04B (FY2023)
Total spending$1.16B (FY2023)
Taxes$263.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$225.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7,485 (FY2023)
Development activity
202519 housing units ($5.5M)
🗳️ How this town voted (91 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
John Deaton ✓ 1,767
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
Edward J. Markey ✓ 8,911 · Seth W. Moulton 3,533
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2026-09-01
Richard E. Neal ✓ 8,238 · Jeromie Whalen 4,425
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Elizabeth Dionne ✓ 1,599
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Deborah B. Goldberg ✓ 10,202
State Senate — Hampden 2026-09-01
Adam Gomez ✓ 8,397
State Senate — Hampden, Hampshire & Worcester 2026-09-01
Jacob R. Oliveira ✓ 2,362
State Representative — 9th Hampden 2026-09-01
Orlando Ramos ✓ 2,639
State Representative — 10th Hampden 2026-09-01
Carlos Gonzalez ✓ 1,960
State Representative — 12th Hampden 2026-09-01
Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. ✓ 2,114 · Michael Lachenmeyer 955
State Representative — 11th Hampden 2026-09-01
Bud L. Williams ✓ 1,613 · Johnnie s. R. McKnight 1,231 · Nicole D. Coakley 894 · Donnell Reginald Wright 6
State Representative — 2nd Hampden 2026-09-01
Peter Warren ✓ 74
Upcoming
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 10:15
Traffic Commission
Traffic Commission to review school traffic study and crosswalk petition
The Traffic Commission is holding a meeting to act upon two petitions. The body will consider a traffic study and a request for a crosswalk.
- Traffic study for Washington Street Elementary School (26-40)
- Crosswalk petition for Bay Street and Acorn Street (26-41)
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70 Tapley Street, Springfield
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SCHOOL COMMITTEE - SPECIAL
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the School Committee - Special Wednesday, October 21, 2026
at 10:15 AM.
City Clerk
Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84924627908?pwd=lY2CMEBR2JGf87VGKqMQ4kymQWDe9x.1
Meeting ID: 849 2462 7908 Passcode: 055106
Petitions
1.
26-40 Washington Street Elementary School Traffic Study.
2.
26-41 Crosswalk – Bay Street and Acorn Street.
Other Business That May Lawfully Come Before The Traffic Commission
To provide for Public Comment on this petition in writing before or within five days after the
hearing, or copies of said petition, texts, and maps may be requested by email, phone, or viewed
at 70 Tapley Street by appointment. Emails should be directed to
[email protected] or by calling the Traffic Commission at (413) 784-4891
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 10:00
General
Board of Assessors to review tax exemptions and Appellate Tax Board dockets
The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss litigation strategies for cases at the Appellate Tax Board. The board is also reviewing personal and property exemption applications for fiscal year 2027.
- ATB Docket Review for entities including Springfield Investors LLC (Walmart) and Davenport Square LLC (CVS)
- FY 2027 Property Exemption reviews for Springfield College and The Mercy Hospital Inc
- FY 2027 Property Exemption reviews for Springfield Museums Corporation and Masjid Al-Nur Inc
- FY 2027 Personal Exemptions review
- Approval of public and executive session minutes from 10/7/2026 and 10/14/2026
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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Board of Assessors
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Regular Meeting – Wednesday October 21, 2026 10:00 AM City Hall – Room 205
~Agenda~ Jessica Guerra - Chair
413-886-5256
I.
Call to Order
10:00 AM Meeting called to order on October 21, 2026 at City Hall – Room 205, 36 Court Street, Springfield, MA.
II.
Public Portion
A. Meeting Minutes
• Public Meeting Minutes 10/7/2026 & 10/14/2026
III.
Executive Session
The Board will vote to enter into Executive Session for the following reasons:
1.
ATB Docket Review
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(3) the Board will enter into executive session to discuss the litigation strategy of matters currently
scheduled at the Appellate Tax Board. Discussion of these matters in an open public session will have a detrimental effect on the Board’s
litigation strategy.
2.
FY 2027 Personal Exemptions
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(7) and M.G.L.ch 59, section 60 and M.G.L.c. 59, section 5, the Board will enter into executive
session to discuss personal exemptions.
3.
FY2027 Property Exemptions
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(7) and M.G.l.c. 59, section 60 and M.G.L.c. 59,
section 5, the Board will enter into executive session to discuss exemption applications.
B. Meeting Minutes
• Executive Session Meeting Minutes 10/7/2026 & 10/14/2026
C. ATB Docket Review
a. Springfield Bridge Holding LLC
b. Mittas Hospitality LLC & DD Development LL …
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 14:00
General
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:00
Public Health Council
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
General
Planning Board to hear zone change request for NS Fernbank Road
The Planning Board will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a zone change request. The board will also review the acceptance of minutes and other matters before the board.
- Zone Change #3266: Request to change NS Fernbank Road from Residence B and Business A to Residence C (Petitioner: Onyx Springfield Crossing, LLC)
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36 Court Street , Springfield
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PLANNING BOARD
36 COURT STREET – SPRINGFIELD, MA 01103
MEETING
DATE: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM
PLACE: 36 Court Street (City Hall), Room 220
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Acceptance of Minutes
3. Public Hearings:
Zone Change:
1. Zone Change #3266
Address: NS Fernbank Road (05070-0055)
Change from Residence B and Business A to Residence C
Petitioner: Onyx Springfield Crossing, LLC
4. Non-Subdivision Plans
5. All Other Matters Properly Before the Board
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 10:15
Traffic Commission
70 Tapley Street, Springfield
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 18:30
General
Springfield School Committee to hold Town Hall on safety, AI, and policy
The School Committee is holding a Town Hall meeting to discuss various district topics. The agenda consists of questions regarding school safety, the use of artificial intelligence, and the enforcement of student policies.
- Discussion on the use of SPS facilities by local non-profits
- Questions regarding AI programs like Alpha Schools and AI instruction in the Empowerment Zone
- Concerns over student supervision and safety at the High School of Science and Technology
- Inquiry into cyber insurance compliance following an FBI cyberattack notice
- Discussion on the expansion of the Gerena dual language program
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1170 Carew Street, Auditorium, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Town Hall of the Springfield School Committee
AGENDA OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE
TOWN HALL
Thursday, October 22, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
LOCATION
Van Sickle Middle School
1170 Carew Street, Auditorium,
Springfield, MA
All meetings may be viewed live in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I. CALL TO ORDER – TOWN HALL MEETING – ROLL CALL
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
A. Legislative & Contracts
1. Almost exactly one year ago, the School Committee implemented a new policy that
allows local non-profits serving Springfield youth to use SPS facilities without cost.
How has the School Committee, SPS, and the city in general adjusted related policies
and procedures to effectively manage allocating these resources?
2. Could you please provide an update on the district’s consideration of a potential
contract for transportation services with our organization?
3. Would you support legislation at the district level to protect educator jobs across SPS
from AI programs like Alpha Schools and similar entities?
4. Uniforms were voted by the School Committee however they are not being
enforced, especially not in the high schools. Two schools have the same colors
when originally the High School of Science and Technology had different …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:30
General
School Committee to vote on $300,000 grant and professional development contract
The Springfield School Committee will hold a special meeting to vote on funding expenditures and a contract renewal. The body will also consider several resolutions for the 2026 MASC Conference.
- Expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Davis Foundation for the Pathway to Prosperity grant
- Renewal of City Contract No. 20260077 for Professional Development Services for $200,000.00
- 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 1: Safe Zones
- 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 4: Seclusion Standards Within Emergency Behavioral Response Procedures
- Reauthorization of 2023 MASC Resolutions regarding METCO funding and transportation bidding
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1170 Carew Street, Auditorium, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Special Meeting of the Springfield School Committee
AGENDA OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, October 22, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
LOCATION
Van Sickle Middle School
1170 Carew Street, Auditorium,
Springfield, MA
All meetings may be viewed live in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I. CALL TO ORDER – SPECIAL MEETING – ROLL CALL
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. VOTING ITEMS:
A. Vote to approve the expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Davis Foundation for the Pathway to
Prosperity Bridging High School to Postsecondary Success Grant.
B. Vote to approve the Notice of Exercise of Renewal Option No. 1 for City Contract No.
20260077, Agreement for Professional Development Services for Springfield Public Schools,
in the amount of $200,000.00.
C. Vote to approve 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 1: Safe Zones.
D. Vote to approve 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 2: Vocational/Technical
Representation on the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
E. Vote to approve 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 3: Vocational/Technical
Representation on the Massachusetts School Building Authority Board.
F. Vote to approve 2026 MASC Conference Resolution No. 4: Regarding Clarification of
Seclusion Standards Within Emerge …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 15:30
General
Board of Public Works to review gas facility updates on Sherman Street
The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding petitions to update natural gas infrastructure. The proposal involves installing and replacing underground gas facilities in specific residential areas.
- Petition by Eversource Gas to install and replace underground gas facilities on Sherman Street, Clarendon Street, and McKnight Street
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38 Sherman St., Springfield
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the Board of Public Works Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 3:30
PM.
City Clerk
Location
Front of 38 Sherman St. Springfield MA.
Petitions
To install and replace underground gas facilities within a section of Sherman Street, Clarendon
Street and McKnight Street to introduce modernized natural gas facilities to the area and retire
some sections of aged cast iron low pressure natural gas infrastructure.
1.
EVERSOURCE GAS - Sherman Street
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Springfield City Council to review zoning ordinance amendments
The City Council will hold a hearings meeting to consider several special permits and a slaughterhouse review. The body will also discuss proposed amendments to multiple articles of the Springfield Zoning Ordinance.
- Slaughterhouse business review at 785 Page Boulevard
- Special permit amendment for motor vehicle sales at 139 Paramount Street
- Change in petitioner for motor vehicle service station at 1313 (a.k.a. 1315) Boston Road
- Change in petitioner for used car sales at 1469 State Street & SS Stae Street
- Proposed amendments to Springfield Zoning Ordinance Articles 2, 4, 5, 7, and 9
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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CITY COUNCIL
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
City Clerk
Roll Call
Moment Of Silence - Pledge Of Allegiance
M.G.L. Chapter 111, Section 151 – Slaughter House Review/Consent
1.
785 Page Boulevard - Slaughterhouse Business
Special Permits
2.
139 Paramount Street – Amend Existing Special Permit (Motor Vehicle Sales)
3.
1313 (a.k.a. 1315) Boston Road - Change in petitioner (Motor Vehicle Service Station)
4.
1469 State Street & SS Stae Street - Change in petitioner (Used Car Sales)
Zone Changes
5.
Amending Springfield Zoning Ordinance Article #'s 2, 4, 5, 7 & 9
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
Council to review status of proposed Palmer Renewable Energy Biomass Power Plant
The City Council's Joint Public Safety and Health & Human Services committees will meet to discuss the Palmer Renewable Energy Biomass Power Plant. The discussion will cover legal proceedings, public health and environmental concerns, and impacts on East Springfield.
- Review of Palmer Renewable Energy Biomass Power Plant status
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CITY COUNCIL
Joint Public Safety/
Health & Human Services Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
1:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 27, 2026, in Room 200 (HYBRID), 36 Court
Street, Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Review and Discussion of the Current Status of the Proposed Palmer Renewable
Energy Biomass Power Plant, Including Pending Legal Proceedings, Environmental
and Public Health Concerns, and Potential Impacts on the East Springfield
Community.
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to discuss multifamily zoning and historic district ordinances
The Planning & Economic Development Subcommittee is meeting to discuss multifamily development projects and potential zoning amendments. The body will also review an ordinance amendment regarding historic districts and preservation.
- Review of Tier 3—City Council Special Permit review thresholds for multifamily development
- Ordinance amendment regarding Historic Districts (Chapter 49) and Historic Preservation (Chapter 218)
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Planning & Economic Development Subcommittee
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 27, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Multifamily development projects in the city of Springfield and what possible
amendment(s) exist to the City's Zoning Regulations regarding the Tier 3—City
Council Special Permit review thresholds.
2.
Ordinance amendment relating to the City's Historic Districts under Chapter 49 and
Historic Preservation under Chapter 218.
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to hold hearing on 78 Oak Brook Drive compliance
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Compliance for a property sale. The body will also address sewer easement clearing on Jamaica Street.
- Public hearing for Certificate of Compliance at 78 Oak Brook Drive (File: DEP# 294-227)
- Discussion of Jamaica Street sewer easement clearing
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SPRINGFIELD CONSERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING
DATE: Tuesday October 27, 2026
TIME: 5:00 PM
LOCATION: 70 Tapley Street, Springfield, MA 01104
(Front Conference Room)
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Public Hearings:
Certificate Of Compliance:
Certificate Of Compliance for the sale of a house on the property known as 78
Oak Brook Drive East Longmeadow, MA. (Parcel ID# 34-11630).
File: DEP# 294-227.
Date: November 28, 1989.
Applicant: Molly Cesan as Attorney for John Geary.
Location: 78 Oak Brook Drive.
3. All Other Matters Properly Before The Commission
Jamaica Street sewer easement clearing:
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council Sustainability Subcommittee to discuss Woodland Ordinance
The Sustainability & Environment Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussions on the Woodland Ordinance. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.
- Continued discussions on the Woodland Ordinance
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City Hall, Springfield
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Sustainability & Environment Subcommittee
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
4:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 27, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Continued Discussions on the Woodland Ordinance
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 15:30
Board of Public Works
Board to consider fiber optic installation at Liberty and Heywood Streets
The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding a petition from Zayo-Fiberco. The company is seeking to install and maintain fiber optic telecommunication facilities in the public way.
- Petition by Zayo-Fiberco for conduit installation at 396 Liberty St (5 Nursery St)
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At the corner of Liberty Street and Heywood Street., Springfield
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the Board of Public Works Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at
3:30 PM.
City Clerk
Location
At the corner of Liberty Street and Heywood Street
Petitions
Zayo-Fiberco, to install and maintain fiber optic telecommunication facilities in public way, with
all necessary wires, cables, devices, equipment, and other items relating thereto, and likewise the
manhole and vault construction connected with said fiber optic facilities, as indicated by said
plan marked “Proposed Conduit Installation at 396 Liberty St (5 Nursery St) in Springfield,
MA”
1.
Zayo-Fiberco -Liberty St.
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Public Works
At the Intersection of Liberty Street and Chestnut Street, Springfield
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
City Council Public Safety Committee to discuss dirt bike regulations
The Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider an amendment to Chapter 385. The discussion focuses on regulations regarding dirt bikes.
- Amending Chapter 385 - Dirt Bikes
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Public Safety Committee Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
4:30 PM Meeting called to order on October 29, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Amending Chapter 385 - Dirt Bikes
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council Finance Committee to review Cannabis Stabilization Fund proposal
The City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a community reinvestment proposal. This is the single item of business listed for the November 2, 2026, meeting.
- Review and discussion of the Cannabis Stabilization Fund Community Reinvestment Proposal
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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Monday, November 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on November 2, 2026, in Room 200 (HYBRID), 36 Court
Street, Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Review and Discussion of the Cannabis Stabilization Fund Community Reinvestment
Proposal.
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
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Springfield
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 17:30
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220 State St, Springfield
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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36 Court Street , Springfield
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Richard Neal Operations Meeting, Springfield
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
City Council to discuss ordinance prohibiting automated license plate readers
The Public Safety Committee will meet to review and discuss a draft ordinance regarding the use of automated license plate reader systems, specifically Flock Cameras.
- Review and discussion of draft ordinance prohibiting Automated License Plate Reader Systems (Flock Cameras)
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Public Safey Committee Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
4:30 PM Meeting called to order on November 4, 2026, in Room 200 (HYBRID), 36 Court
Street, Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Review and Discussion of the Draft Ordinance Prohibiting Automated License Plate
Reader Systems (Flock Cameras).
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 15:30
General
Board of Public Works to review Eversource transformer installation
The Board of Public Works will meet to consider a petition from Eversource. The request involves installing electrical infrastructure at 1400 State Street.
- Petition from Eversource to install one pad mount transformer and 20 feet of underground primary secondary and conduit at 1400 State Street
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the Board of Public Works Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at
3:30 PM.
City Clerk
Location
1400 State Street Springfield, MA
Petitions
TO INSTALL (1) PAD MOUNT TRANSFORMER AND 20' OF UNDERGROUND
PRIMARY SECONDARY AND CONDUIT, THIS TRANSFORMER WILL BE USED TO
PROVIDE EFFICIENT POWER TO CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE A FAILING SPOT
NETWORK SYSTEM.
1.
EVERSOURCE -1400 State Street
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:30
Historical Commission
70 Tapley Street, Springfield
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Hall, Springfield
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to discuss FY27 tax rate information
The Finance/FY27 Tax Rate Committee is meeting to discuss tax rate information for fiscal year 2027 based on approved values.
- Discussion of FY27 Tax Rate Information with Approved Values
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City Hall, Springfield
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Finance/FY27 Tax Rate Committee
Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Roll Call
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on November 12, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of FY27 Tax Rate Information with Approved Values
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 10:00
General
36 Court Street, Springfield
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
General
36 Court Street , Springfield
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Springfield City Council to hold tax classification hearing
The City Council is meeting to conduct a public portion of its business. The agenda lists one specific item for action.
- Tax Classification Hearing
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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CITY COUNCIL
Public Portion Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
I - Tax Classification Hearing
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
General
36 Court Street , Springfield
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 16:00
General
Richard Neal Operations Center, Springfield
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
36 Court Street, Springfield
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
General
36 Court Street , Springfield
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 14:00
General
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 14:00
General
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Wed May 5, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 14:00
General
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 17:30
General
220 State St, Springfield
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 18:00
General
Springfield
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to discuss FY27 preliminary tax rate information
The Finance/FY27 Tax Rate Committee will meet to discuss preliminary tax rate information for fiscal year 2027.
- Discussion of FY27 Preliminary Tax Rate Information
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City Hall, Springfield
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City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
Finance/FY27 Tax Rate Committee
Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Roll Call
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 20, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of FY27 Preliminary Tax Rate Information
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
City Council to consider over $7 million in grants and infrastructure funding
The City Council will review several grant applications for community development, parks, and housing. The meeting includes discussions on a zone change for NS Fernbank Rd and updates to city ordinances.
- Housing Works Infrastructure Project grants for $1,246,635 and $5,000,000
- Land and Water Conservation Fund Five Mile Pond Grant for $1,000,000
- Zone change referral for NS Fernbank Rd from Residence B & Business A to Residence C
- Ordinance amendment regarding dirt bikes (Chapter 385)
- MassDev Underutilized Properties Program grants for $450,000 and $500,000
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
City Clerk
Roll Call
Moment Of Silence - Pledge Of Allegiance
Reports Of Committee
Zone Change Referral - NS Fernbank Rd From Residence B & Business A To Residence C
Petitions
1.
EVERSOURCE - Walnut Street
2.
EVERSOURCE - N Branch Parkway
Grants
3.
Elder Affairs Donation - $300.00
4.
Parks — The Jeffrey Speller Foundation 4 Change Donation — $2,500
5.
Parkland Acquisitions & Renovations for Communities Grant (PARC) — $425,000 — Match
Required
6.
Community Development — MassDev Underutilized Properties Program — $450,000 — No
Match
7.
Community Development — MassDev Underutilized Properties Program — $500,000 — No
Match
8.
Land and Water Conservation Fund Five Mile Pond Grant — $1,000,000 — Match
Required
9.
Community Development — Housing Works Infrastructure Project— $1,246,635
10. Community Development Housing Works Infrastructure Project $5,000,000 No Match
City Council 2 HYBRID MEETING
Orders
11.
SPS Supplemental Budget – Increase in Charter School Tuition State Aid
Ordinance
12. Amending Chapter 385 - Dirt Bikes
Unfinished Business
13. Amended Ordinance Chapter 279 Article VIII - Food Truck (07/27/2026)
14. Amended …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Finance Committee to review grants and budget increases
The City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several grant allocations and a supplemental budget increase. The items include funding for community development, parkland, and charter school tuition.
- Housing Works Infrastructure Project grants of $1,246,635 and $5,000,000
- Land and Water Conservation Fund Five Mile Pond Grant for $1,000,000
- MassDev Underutilized Properties Program grants of $450,000 and $500,000
- PARC Parkland Acquisitions & Renovations for Communities Grant for $425,000
- SPS Supplemental Budget increase for Charter School Tuition State Aid
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City Hall, Springfield
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CITY COUNCIL
Finance Committee Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Monday, October 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 19, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Elder Affairs Donation - $300.00
2.
Parks — The Jeffrey Speller Foundation 4 Change Donation — $2,500
3.
Parkland Acquisitions & Renovations for Communities Grant (PARC) — $425,000 — Match
Required
4.
Community Development — MassDev Underutilized Properties Program — $450,000 — No
Match
5.
Community Development — MassDev Underutilized Properties Program — $500,000 — No
Match
6.
Land and Water Conservation Fund Five Mile Pond Grant — $1,000,000 — Match
Required
7.
Community Development — Housing Works Infrastructure Project— $1,246,635
8.
Community Development Housing Works Infrastructure Project $5,000,000 No Match
9.
SPS Supplemental Budget – Increase in Charter School Tuition State Aid
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 10:00
General
Local Emergency Planning Committee to receive Team Rubicon presentation
The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss emergency preparedness and grants. The agenda includes updates from the National Weather Service and regarding the EMPG Grant.
- Team Rubicon presentation by Steve Scott
- National Weather Service (NWS) update
- EMPG Grant update
- Discussion of upcoming events, trainings, and exercises
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1212 Carew St, Springfield
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Notice of Meeting
Friday, October 16, 2026 at
10:00 AM
LEPC MEETING AGENDA
LOCATION:
Raymond Sullivan Public
Safety Complex
1212 Carew Street
Springfield, MA 01104
RE:
LEPC Meeting
Notes:
i. Team Rubicon Presentation – Steve Scott
ii. National Weather Service (NWS) Update
iii. EMPG Grant Update
iv. Upcoming Events, Trainings & Exercises
Next meeting: December 18th 10:00 AM
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Tyrone A. Denson
Deputy Fire Chief of Community Risk Reduction
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Animal Control Board to hold five dog hearings, including three dangerous-dog cases
The Springfield Animal Control Board meets Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM in a hybrid session. The board will approve minutes from its July 16, 2026 meeting and hold five dog hearings: two nuisance-dog cases and three dangerous-dog cases. Each hearing concerns dogs at specific Springfield addresses.
- Nuisance dog hearing for Zoro and Chloe, owned by Michael Amoah at 57 Forest Park Ave
- Dangerous dog hearing for Onyx and Junior, owned by Phoebe Kirkpatrick at 179 Ashland Ave
- Nuisance dog hearing for Angelo and Babble, owned by Johana and Alfredo Jimenez at 106 Edgemont St
- Dangerous dog hearing for Ryder and Bluejay, owned by Crystal Lamb at 27 Riverview St
- Dangerous dog hearing for Sir Michael, owned by Bryona Rogers at 9 Kensington Ave
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✓ Decided: Animal Control Board orders euthanasia for one dog and restrictions for others
The Board held hearings for several dogs deemed nuisance or dangerous. One dog was ordered to be humanely euthanized, while others were subject to leashing, muzzling, or confinement requirements.
- Approved December 18, 2025 minutes
- Deemed dog 'Luna' a nuisance; required leashing and muzzling (4-0)
- Required dogs 'Prince', 'Diva', and 'Luna' to be licensed, vaccinated, and registered (4-0)
- Deemed dog 'Niko' dangerous and ordered humane euthanasia (4-0)
- Deemed dogs 'Starla' and 'Sapphire' dangerous (4-0)
- Imposed confinement, muzzling, sterilization, and fencing requirements for 'Starla' and 'Sapphire' (4-0)
City Hall, Springfield
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Animal Control Board 1 HYBRID Meeting
ANIMAL CONTROL BOARD
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the Animal Control Board Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 10:00
AM.
City Clerk
Approval Of Minutes
1.
July 16, 2026 Minutes
Dog Hearing
2.
A Nuisance Dog Hearing For Two Dogs Named Zoro and Chloe Owned by Michael
Amoah at 57 Forest Park Ave
3.
A Dangerous Dog Hearing For Two Dogs Named Onyx and Junior Owned by Phoebe
Kirkpatrick at 179 Ashland Ave
4.
A Nuisance Dog Hearing for Two Dogs Named Angelo and Babble Owned by Johana
And Alfredo Jimenez at 106 Edgemont St
5.
A Dangerous Dog Hearing for Two Dogs Named Ryder and Bluejay Owned by
Crystal Lamb at 27 Riverview St
6.
A Dangerous Dog Hearing For a Dog Named Sir Michael Owned by Bryona Rogers at
9 Kensington Ave
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Animal Control Hearing
Minutes
Call to Order
10:00 AM Meeting called to order on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at City Hall -- Room 205, 36
Court Street, Springfield, MA.
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Melvin A. Edwards
Ward 3 Councilor
Present
Keith Fleming
Police
Present
Camile Nelson Campbell
Assistant City Clerk
Present
Megan Landry
Board Member
Present
Veronica Johns
Board Member
Absent
Approval of Minutes
1.
December 18, 2025 Minutes
Read.
Board Member Edwards made a motion to accept the minutes the motion was
seconded by Board Member Landry.
Roll call votes on the motion
Board member Edwards
Yes
Board member Fleming
Yes
Board member Johns
Absent
Board member Landry
Yes
Board member Nelson Campbell
yes
Motion passed by roll call votes.
Minutes approved.
Dog Hearing
2.
A Dangerous Dog Hearing For Three dogs named Prince, Diva and Luna Owned by
Roberto Morat at 150 Elmore Ave.
Read.
Renee Robichaud and Elfred Mateo, Animal Control Officers for Thomas J. O’Connor (TJO)
and Adoption Center read their reports.
Complainant
Silk Morrison stated he was bitten before and he just wants something to be done.
Respondent
Roberto Morat did not appear.
Rebuttal
None
Board Member Edwards made a motion to deem the dog named Luna as nuisance
the motion was seconded by Board Member Landry.
Roll call votes on the motion
Board member Edwards
Yes
Board member Fleming
Yes
Board member …
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Historical Commission
Springfield Historical Commission to review repairs, new construction guidelines
The Springfield Historical Commission is meeting to consider several property repair and renovation requests, including a continued public hearing for 77 Maple Street and a new hearing for a front door at 205 St. James Avenue. They will also discuss proposed new construction guidelines and a preservation agreement for 7-9 Stockbridge Street. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and officer appointments.
- 56 Bay Street: exterior repairs (continuance requested)
- 77 Maple Street: various exterior repairs and renovations (continued public hearing)
- 205 St. James Avenue: front door (new public hearing)
- 7-9 Stockbridge Street: windows and doors (preservation agreement)
- Proposed new construction guidelines (discussion)
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70 Tapley Street, Springfield
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SPRI NGFIE LD•HISTORI CAL•CO/\I\IYIISSI ON
70 TAPLEY STREET
SPRINGFIELD, MA 0 I I 04
413.787.6020
www.springfield-ma.gov
MEETING AGENDA
DATE: Thursday, September 3, 2026
TIME: 5:30 PM
PLACE: Congressman Richard E. Neal Municipal Operations Center
Video Conference Room
70 Tapley Street, Springfield, MA 01104
I.
ROLL CALL & PROCEDURES
II.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
1)
1°0 BE TABLE ~ SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 6, 2026
2)
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SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 20, 2026
3)
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4)
TO BE TABLE
SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 31, 2026
III.
ADVISORY REVIEWS
1)
CONTINUANCE REQUESTED] 56 BAY STREET: Exterior Repairs
IV.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
1) 77 MAPLE STREET*: Various Exterior Repairs & Renovations
* Property is also encumbered by a Preservation Restriction held by the Massachusetts
Historical Commission
V.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (New)
1) 205 ST. ]AMES AVENUE: Front Door
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PROPOSED NEW CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
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VI.
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
1) 7-9 STOCKBRIDGE STREET: Windows & Doors
VII. OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY BEFORE THE COMMISSION
1) APPOINTMENTS OF COMMISSION OFFICERS
2) ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
3) CORRESPONDENCE TO COMMISSION
4) SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 QUORUM CALL
5) PUBLIC SPEAK- …
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
General
EMS Commission to select new President and review AMR reports
The EMS Commission is meeting to select a Commission President and review monthly reports from AMR. The body will also address a reviewed and signed AMR contract.
- Selection of EMS Commission President
- Review of AMR monthly reports
- Review of signed AMR contract
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1212 Carew St, Springfield
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Thursday October
15th, 2026 at 5:00pm
MEETING AGENDA
LOCATION:
Springfield EOC
Conference Room
1212 Carew Street
Springfield, MA
RE:
EMS Commission Meeting
Notes:
1. Approval of the minutes from the September 17th meeting
2. New Business:
•
AMR Monthly Reports
•
AMR Contract: Reviewed and Signed
•
EMS Commission President selection
3. Old Business:
4. Schedule next meeting date
5. Adjourn
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
City Council to discuss fuel assistance resources
The City Council is holding a joint HHS and Public Safety meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding fuel assistance resources for seniors and low-income or fixed-income families.
- Fuel assistance resources for seniors and fixed-income/low-income families
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✓ Decided: Joint Committee discussed winter fuel assistance programs for residents
The Joint Health and Human Services and Public Safety Committee met to review fuel assistance resources, including the Home Energy Assistance Program and weatherization services. The committee discussed outreach strategies and coordination between community organizations to support residents during the winter. No formal votes or recommendations were made during the meeting.
- No formal recommendations or votes were made
City Hall, Springfield
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City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
Joint HHS/Public Safety Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
1:00 PM meeting called to order on October 15, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Fuel assistance resources for seniors and fixed-income/low-income families
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City Council
Joint HHS/Public Safety
Meeting
~Final~
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
http://www.springfieldcityhall.com
Brian Santaniello (Chair)
Gerry Martin (Chair)
October 15, 2026
1:00 PM
City Hall - Room 200
Call To Order
1:00 PM meeting called to order on October 15, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
In Person
Councilor Santaniello (HHS Chair)
Councilor Martin (Public Safety Chair)
Tony Taylor (Springfield Partners Board Member)
Zoom
Suaneth Marrero (Valley Opportunity Council)
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Brian Santaniello
City Councilor At Large
Present
Gerry Martin
City Councilor — Ward 7
Present
Maria Perez
City Councilor — Ward 1
Excused
Malo Brown
City Councilor — Ward 4
Absent
Zaida Govan
City Councilor — Ward 8
Absent
Kateri Walsh
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Justin Hurst
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Victor Davila
City Councilor — Ward 6
Excused
Michael Fenton
City Councilor — Ward 2
Excused
Jose Delgado
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Lavar Click-Bruce
City Councilor — Ward 5
Excused
Melvin Edwards
City Councilor — Ward 3
Absent
Tracye Whitfield
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Public Portion
1.
Fuel assistance resources for seniors and fixed-income/low-income families
On October 15, 2026, the Joint Health and Human Services and Public Safety Committee,
chaired by Councilors Brian Santa …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:30
General
Board of License Commissioners to review three new car dealer license petitions
The Board of License Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from September 23, 2026, and review three new petitions for car dealer licenses. The board will consider applications for used car and light auto repair licenses at three different locations.
- New Class II (Used Car) License petition for Titan Automotive Group dba New Look Auto Sales at 482 Main Street, Indian Orchard
- New Class II (Used Cars) and Class III (Light Auto Repairs) License petition for R2D Auto Group LLC dba R2D Motors at 824 Berkshire Ave
- New Class II (Used Car) License petition for Noorzad Realty dba Mr. Tint of New England at 879 Boston Road
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Virtual Public Hearing via (ZOOM) or in PERSON in ROOM 205, 2nd Floor – City Hall - 36 Court Street , Springfield
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City of Springfield
Board of License Commissioners
36 Court Street - Room 305
Springfield, MA 01103
Tel. 787-6196 Fax. 787-6528
License Commission
Rosa Espinosa, Chairperson
Andrew Cade
Maria D’ Angelantonio
John Ramirez
Cary Szafranski Curley
TO: Gladys Oyola
DATE: October 7, 2026
SUBJECT: Notice of Meeting
FROM: Rosa Espinosa, Chairperson
The Board of License Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Virtual
Public Hearing via (ZOOM) or in PERSON in ROOM 205, 2nd Floor – City Hall - 36 Court Street at
5:30 pm. To View Public Hearing; • FOCUS Springfield Community TV Website:
http://focusspringfield.com/watch/government
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82484485397?pwd=Pkq7eJkWAmxUQKIUgsbIMkHsjTxiSE.1
Meeting ID: 824 8448 5397
Passcode: 949523
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Minutes for Springfield Board of License Commissioners Hearing held on Wednesday,
September 23, 2026.
NEW BUSINESS: NEW PETITION:
1. Petition for New Car Dealer, Class II (Used Car) License for Titan Automotive Group dba New Look
Auto Sales located at 482 Main Street, Indian Orchard; Arshik Ahamed Abdul Samad; Manager of
Record.
2. New Petition for Class II (Used Cars) & Class III (Light Auto Repairs) Car Dealer License for R2D
Auto Group LLC dba R2D Motors located at 824 Berkshire Ave; Ashiq Liyaudeen; Manager of
Record.
3. Petition for New Car Dealer, Class II (Used Car) License for Noorzad Realty db …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 14:00
City Council
HHS Subcommittee to discuss Spotted Lantern Fly impact on vegetation
The City Council HHS Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the effects of Spotted Lantern Flies on trees and vegetation. The meeting includes a discussion on preventative measures.
- Discussion of Spotted Lantern Fly impact on trees and vegetation and preventative measures
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✓ Decided: Health & Human Services Committee discussed spotted lanternfly management
The committee met to discuss the impact of spotted lanternflies on local vegetation and potential control methods. City Forester Alex Sherman provided information on the pest's spread and mitigation strategies, such as removing the Tree of Heaven and scraping egg masses. No formal votes or recommendations were made during the meeting.
- No formal actions or votes taken
City Hall, Springfield
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City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
HHS Subcommittee Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
2:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of the impact Spotted Lantern Flies have on Trees and Vegetation, and
Preventative Measures.
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City Council
Health & Human Services
Committee Agenda
~Final~
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
http://www.springfieldcityhall.com
Brian Santaniello (Chair)
October 14, 2026
2:00 PM
City Hall - Room 200
Call To Order
2:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
In Person:
Councilor Santaniello (Chair)
Reminder
Zoom:
Alex Sherman, City Forester
Councilor Zaida Govan
Press - 22 News & The Reminder
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Brian Santaniello
City Councilor At Large
Present
Gerry Martin
City Councilor — Ward 7
Excused
Maria Perez
City Councilor — Ward 1
Excused
Malo Brown
City Councilor — Ward 4
Excused
Zaida Govan
City Councilor — Ward 8
Zoom
Kateri Walsh
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Justin Hurst
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Victor Davila
City Councilor — Ward 6
Excused
Michael Fenton
City Councilor — Ward 2
Excused
Jose Delgado
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Lavar Click-Bruce
City Councilor — Ward 5
Excused
Melvin Edwards
City Councilor — Ward 3
Absent
Tracye Whitfield
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of the impact Spotted Lantern Flies have on Trees and Vegetation, and
Preventative Measures.
On October 14, 2026, the Health and Human Services Committee, chaired by Councilor Brian
Santaniello, met to discuss the impact of spotted lant …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 13:00
General
Board of Assessors to discuss Appellate Tax Board litigation strategy
The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss litigation strategy for cases at the Appellate Tax Board and review FY 2026 real estate tax abatements and personal exemptions. The Board intends to enter executive session and not return to public session.
- ATB Docket Review regarding Ecogy MA III LLC
- ATB Docket Review regarding HGI LLC
- Review of FY 2026 Real Estate Tax Abatements and Personal Exemptions
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36 Court Street , Springfield
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Board of Assessors
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Regular Meeting – Wednesday October 14, 2026 1:00 PM City Hall – Room 9
~Agenda~ Jessica Guerra - Chair
413-886-5256
I.
Call to Order
1:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026 at City Hall – Room 9, 36 Court Street, Springfield, MA.
II.
Public Portion
III.
Executive Session
The Board will vote to enter into Executive Session for the following reasons:
1.
ATB Docket Review
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(3) the Board will enter into executive session to discuss the litigation strategy of matters currently
scheduled at the Appellate Tax Board. Discussion of these matters in an open public session will have a detrimental effect on the Board’s
litigation strategy.
2.
FY 2026 Real Estate Tax Abatements and Personal Exemptions
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(7) and M.G.L.ch 59, section 60 and M.G.L.c. 59, section 5, the Board will enter into executive
session to discuss personal exemptions.
A. ATB Docket Review
The Board will enter into executive session and will not return to a public session for the following
reasons:
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(3) to discuss litigation strategy of matters currently
scheduled at the Appellate Tax Board. Discussion of these matters in an open public session will
have a detrimental effect on the Board's litigation strategy.
a. Ecogy MA III LLC
b. HGI LLC
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
School Safety Subcommittee to discuss bus monitors and school traffic
The Springfield School Safety Subcommittee will meet to discuss student safety and infrastructure. The agenda focuses on informational updates regarding school transportation and campus grounds.
- Qualifications for bus monitors for students with IEPs
- Update on Rebecca Johnson Elementary School playground
- Update on drop off/pick up traffic flow at Washington Elementary School
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City Hall, 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
School Safety Subcommittee Members
Ms. Barbara Gresham, Chair
Ms. Rosa Valentin
Mr. Gumersindo Gomez, Jr.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Oyola-Lopez, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Dear Mrs. Oyola-Lopez:
The Springfield School Committee Office has scheduled a subcommittee meeting. Please see the
details provided below:
School Safety Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA
All open session meetings may be viewed live & in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I.
CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II.
INFORMATIONAL/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. Discuss follow up on the qualifications for a bus to have a bus monitor when it comes to
students with IEPs.
B. Discuss an update on the Rebecca Johnson Elementary School playground.
C. Discuss an update on the drop off/pick up traffic flow at Washington Elementary School.
III.
OLD BUSINESS
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
Sincerely,
Triny Vargas
Executive Assistant to the School Committee
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
General
School Committee to discuss feasibility of new plumbing program
The Career Technical Education Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the requirements and feasibility of establishing a Chapter 74 plumbing program.
- Discussion of Chapter 74 plumbing program requirements and feasibility
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City Hall, 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103 - 1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Career Technical Education Subcommittee Members
Mr. Gumersindo Gomez, Chair Ms. LaTonia Monroe Naylor
Ms. Denise Hurst
Friday, October 9, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Oyola-Lopez, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Dear Mrs. Oyola-Lopez:
The Springfield School Committee Office has scheduled a subcommittee meeting. Please see the
details provided below:
Career Technical Education Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA
All open session meetings may be viewed live & in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I.
CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II.
INFORMATIONAL/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. Discuss the requirements and feasibility of establishing a Chapter 74 plumbing program.
III.
OLD BUSINESS
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
Sincerely,
Triny Vargas
Executive Assistant to the School Committee
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:30
General
Board of Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for October 14, 2026
The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from the September 9, 2026, meeting. The agenda contains no specific items for new or old business.
- Approval of September 9, 2026, meeting minutes
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299 Page Blvd, Springfield
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BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
Meeting Agenda – October 14, 2026, 4:30 pm
Springfield Training Facility, 299 Page Boulevard, Springfield, MA.
Call to Order
4:30 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026, at Springfield Training Facility, 299
Page Blvd, Springfield, MA.
Pledge of Allegiance
I.
Approval of Prior Minutes
a. Approval of Minutes from September 9, 2026.
II.
New Business
III.
Old Business
IV.
Public Portion
V.
Adjournment
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:00
General
School Building Commission to review Gerena Elementary and heat pump applications
The School Building Commission will discuss design updates for Gerena Elementary School and heat pump applications for two other schools. The body will vote on a contract amendment for DiNisco Design Inc and an application for a CM at Risk.
- Vote on Amendment #4, Reimbursable Expense #7 to the DiNisco Design Inc contract for German Gerena Community School
- Vote to apply to the Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General for a CM at Risk for Talmadge Lynch Liberty South End Middle and Zanetti Elementary School heat pumps
- Design update and MSBA PSR review for Gerena Elementary School
- Selection update for Owner’s Project Manager services for White Street / Kensington Elementary School
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✓ Decided: Commission approves $143.2M plan for German Gerena Community School
The School Building Commission selected Option 4 for the new construction of the German Gerena Community School. The board authorized the submission of the Preferred Schematic Report to the state and appointed a committee to select a construction manager.
- Approved Option 4 for German Gerena Community School new construction (5-0)
- Authorized submission of Preferred Schematic Report to Massachusetts School Building Authority (5-0)
- Appointed Peter J. Garvey, Emmanuel Russell, and Steve Desilets to the Construction Manager selection committee (5-0)
- Approved DiNisco Design Contract Amendment #3 for $3,206.50 for hydrant flow test services (5-0)
- Approved July 8, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
City Hall, Springfield
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School Building Commission
City of Springfield, MA
Posted Date : September 30, 2026
To
: School Building Commission
From
: Thomas Ashe, Chair
Subject
: October 14, 2026 SBC Meeting Agenda
The agenda for the SBC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026
at 12:00 PM. This meeting will be held at the Springfield City Hall, Mayor’s
Conference Room (Room 205) located on 36 Court Street, Springfield, MA
01103. You can also join using link. Virtual link below.
1. Administrative Update:
I.
Approval of Meeting Minutes from August 24, 2026.
2. MSBA – Gerena Elementary School
i.
Design Update / MSBA PSR Review
ii.
Presentation of Amendment #4, Reimbursable Expense#7 to
the Designer Services Contract for DiNisco Design Inc for the
German Gerena Community School. A vote authorization and
signatures required.
3. MSBA ARP Heat Pump – Talmadge Lynch Liberty South End Middle
and Zanetti Elementary School
i.
Submit an application to the Massachusetts Office of the Inspector
General for a CM at Risk. A vote authorization required.
4. White Street / Kensington Elementary School
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/241504554310395?p=jzbUMXiLdPn0MUxgCb
Meeting ID: 241 504 554 310 395
Passcode: oq76M5ti
i. Owner’s Project Manager Request for Services Selection Update
5. New Business
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August 24, 2026
School Building Commission
City Hall — 36 Court Street Room 310
Members Present: (Roll Call) Tom Ashe, Cathy Buono, Steve Desilets, Marylou Ireland and
Adam Lunghi
Members Absent: Superintendent Sonia E. Dinnall, LaTonia Monroe-Naylor Maria Perez and
Peter B. Picknelly
Also Present: Peter Garvey —Director of Capital Asset Construction (DCAC); William
Cahillane, DCAC; My-Ron Hatchett - DCAC; Emmanuel Russell, DCAC; Patrick Roach -
Springfield School Department; Donna DiNisco — DiNisco Design; Rick Rice- DiNisco Design;
Tim Cooper- DiNisco Design; Ben Murphy — Skanska USA Building; Alex Abdow - Skanska
USA; Hope Bussiere, Skanska USA; David Mazzaco, DiNisco, Zhang Xinhui, Cynthia
Escribano, Principal of Gerena School
SBC Counsel Present: Hope Button and Robert Shewchuk, City’s Law
Tom Ashe called the meeting to order at 12:09pm.
1. Administrative update
A motion to approve the Meeting Minutes of July 8, 2026 was made by Tom Ashe. Cathy Buono
seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. (Roll Call Vote: Tom Ashe, Cathy
Buono, Steve Desilets, Marylou Ireland and Adam Lunghi) All members were in favor and none
oppose and none abstained. All members were in favor and none oppose and none abstained.
2. German Gerena Community School
Donna DiNisco presented a PowerPoint presentation of the Preferred Schematic Report Option 4
for the German Gerena Community School to the School Commission Members. The
presentation illustrated the site sections of Chest …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Springfield City Council joint committee to discuss resolution backing state traffic-safety bill
The Springfield City Council's joint Maintenance & Development/Public Safety committee meets Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street. The agenda lists one substantive item: discussion of a resolution supporting Massachusetts House Bill 4087, "An Act Relative to Traffic Safety at Intersections." The remaining agenda entries are procedural (call to order, roll call, public portion). No votes, contracts, or dollar amounts appear in the supplied agenda text.
- Discussion of a resolution supporting House Bill 4087, "An Act Relative to Traffic Safety at Intersections"
- Joint Maintenance & Development / Public Safety committee session
- Meeting held in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street, Springfield, MA 01103
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✓ Decided: Committee discussed proposed traffic safety legislation for red-light cameras
The Joint Maintenance & Development and Public Safety Committee met to discuss a resolution supporting House Bill 4087. This legislation would allow municipalities to voluntarily implement red-light cameras to issue citations. No formal votes or recommendations were recorded during the meeting.
- Discussed House Bill 4087 regarding red-light safety cameras
- No formal votes or recommendations recorded
City Hall, Springfield
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City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
Joint M&D/Public Safety Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of the Resolution Supporting House Bill 4087, "An Act Relative to Traffic
Safety at Intersections."
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City Council
Joint M&D/Public Safety
Meeting
~Final~
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
http://www.springfieldcityhall.com
Councilor Lavar Click-Bruce
(Chair)
Councilor Gerry Martin (Chair)
October 14, 2026
5:00 PM
City Hall - Room 200
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 14, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
In Person:
Councilor Lavar Click-Bruce (Chair)
Councilor Gerry Martin (Chair)
State Rep. Orlando Ramos
Attorney Ken Shea
Srgt. Goodrow, SPD/Traffic
Officer Rosas, SPD/Traffic
Cindy Spoon, Constituent
Zoom:
Councilor Kateri Walsh
Councilor Zaida Govan
Councilor Victor Davila
Council President Tracye Whitfield
Press - WWLP
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Brian Santaniello
City Councilor At Large
Absent
Gerry Martin
City Councilor — Ward 7
Present
Maria Perez
City Councilor — Ward 1
Absent
Malo Brown
City Councilor — Ward 4
Absent
Zaida Govan
City Councilor — Ward 8
Zoom
Kateri Walsh
City Councilor At Large
Zoom
Justin Hurst
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Victor Davila
City Councilor — Ward 6
Zoom
Michael Fenton
City Councilor — Ward 2
Absent
Jose Delgado
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Lavar Click-Bruce
City Councilor — Ward 5
Present
Melvin Edwards
City Councilor — Ward 3
Excused
Tracye Whitfield
City Councilor At Large
Zoom
Public Portion
1.
Discussion of the Resolution Support …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00
General
70 Tapley Street , Springfield
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council Finance Committee to discuss cannabis tax revenue
The City Council Finance Committee will meet on October 13, 2026. The primary purpose of the meeting is to hold a discussion regarding cannabis tax revenue.
- Discussion on Cannabis Tax Revenue
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✓ Decided: Finance Committee discusses cannabis tax revenue and stabilization fund
The Finance Committee reviewed the status of the Cannabis Stabilization Fund and the allocation of cannabis tax revenue. No funding allocations or formal recommendations were made during the meeting.
City Hall, Springfield
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||CITY COUNCIL Finance Committee Meeting Agenda|
|---|---|
||I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM. City Clerk|
|Call To Order Springfield, MA 01103.|4:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 13, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,|
|Roll Call||
|Public Portion||
|1.|Discussion on Cannabis Tax Revenue|
## City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
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City Council
Finance Committee
Meeting
~Final~
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
http://www.springfieldcityhall.com
Councilor Zaida Govan (Chair)
October 13, 2026
4:00 PM
City Hall - Room 200
Call To Order
4:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 13, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Roll Call
Zoom
Madam President Whitfield
Councilor Click-Bruce(member)
Heather Benjamin
Patrick Burns
In Person
Councilor Govan(Chair)
Councilor Davila(member)
Atty. Ken Shea
Lindsay Hackett
Cathy Buono
Jeanette Deforge(media)
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Brian Santaniello
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Gerry Martin
City Councilor — Ward 7
Excused
Maria Perez
City Councilor — Ward 1
Excused
Malo Brown
City Councilor — Ward 4
Excused
Zaida Govan
City Councilor — Ward 8
Present
Kateri Walsh
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Justin Hurst
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Victor Davila
City Councilor — Ward 6
Present
Michael Fenton
City Councilor — Ward 2
Excused
Jose Delgado
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Lavar Click-Bruce
City Councilor — Ward 5
Zoom
Late-
4:07PM
Melvin Edwards
City Councilor — Ward 3
Excused
Tracye Whitfield
City Councilor At Large
Zoom
Late-
4:16PM
Public Portion
1.
Discussion on Cannabis Tax Revenue
On October 13, 2026, the Finance Committee, chaired by Councilor Zaida Govan, met to discuss
cannabis tax revenue and th …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to consider amended ordinance on door-to-door sales
The General Government Subcommittee of the Springfield City Council is meeting to discuss one legislative item. The body will review a proposed amendment to the city's door-to-door sales ordinance.
- Amended Ordinance Chapter 279 Article VII — Door to Door Sales
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✓ Decided: Springfield General Government Subcommittee reviewed door-to-door sales ordinance
The General Government Committee met to review a proposed Door-to-Door Solicitation Ordinance regarding registration, identification, background checks, and solicitation hours. Councilors discussed enforcement, fines, and constitutional concerns before deciding to keep the ordinance under unfinished business for further review. No formal recommendation or vote on the ordinance was made, and the meeting adjourned.
- Tabled Amended Ordinance Chapter 279 Article VII (Door to Door Sales) under unfinished business for further review
- Approved motion to adjourn unanimously (5:40 p.m.)
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City Council 1 HYBRID MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
General Government Subcommittee Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
City Clerk
Roll Call
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 13, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Public Portion
1.
Amended Ordinance Chapter 279 Article VII — Door to Door Sales (09/08/2026)
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City Council
General Government
Subcommittee
~Final~
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
http://www.springfieldcityhall.com
Justin Hurst (Chair)
October 13, 2026
5:00 PM
City Hall - Room 200
Roll Call
Zoom
Council President Whitfield
Councilor Govan
Mass Appeal (Media)
In person
Councilor Hurst (Chair)
Councilor Davila (member)
Councilor Martin (member)
Atty. Ken Shea
Atty. Downey
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
Brian Santaniello
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Gerry Martin
City Councilor — Ward 7
Present
Maria Perez
City Councilor — Ward 1
Excused
Malo Brown
City Councilor — Ward 4
Excused
Zaida Govan
City Councilor — Ward 8
Zoom
Kateri Walsh
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Justin Hurst
City Councilor At Large
Present
Late
5:06PM
Victor Davila
City Councilor — Ward 6
Present
Michael Fenton
City Councilor — Ward 2
Excused
Jose Delgado
City Councilor At Large
Excused
Lavar Click-Bruce
City Councilor — Ward 5
Excused
Melvin Edwards
City Councilor — Ward 3
Excused
Tracye Whitfield
City Councilor At Large
Zoom
Call To Order
5:00 PM Meeting called to order on October 13, 2026, in Hybrid Room 200, 36 Court Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Public Portion
1.
Amended Ordinance Chapter 279 Article VII — Door to Door Sales (09/08/2026)
On October 13, 2026, the General Government Committee, chaired by Councilor Justin Hurst,
met to review the proposed Doo …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:00
General
School Committee to vote on multiple grants and service contracts
The Springfield School Committee will vote on several grant expenditures and city contracts for educational services. The meeting includes discussions on a recent cyber incident and updates to committee policies.
- Expenditures for BARR Foundation grants totaling $1,050,000
- City Contract No. 20250282 for Out of District Special Education Tuition: $500,000
- City Contract No. 20250301 for Educational Software and Training: $600,000
- City Contract No. 20270118 for Adaptive Music Program: $405,000
- City Contract No. 20270117 for Sonido Musica Program: $350,000
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Springfield Public Schools Office of the School Committee 1550 Main Street, 2 FLR Springfield, MA 01103-1410 ***S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S***
## AGENDA OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, October 8, 2026
### LOCATION
Springfield City Hall 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA All meetings may be viewed live in real-time at: <u>[https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams)</u>
## ORDER OF BUSINESS
### STUDENT ADVISORY REPS. (1) @ 6:00 PM
### REGULAR MEETING @ 6:30 PM
**I. CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR MEETING – ROLL CALL**
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance
### II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A. Vote to approve the Minutes of the School Committee’s Regular Meeting on September 10, 2026.
### III. VOTING ITEMS:
A. Vote to approve the expenditure of $400,000.00 from the BARR Foundation for the Discovery Polytech Early College High School Support Grant.
B. Vote to approve the expenditure of $350,000.00 from the BARR Foundation for the Strengthening Instructional Leadership Grant.
C. Vote to approve the expenditure of $300,000.00 from the BARR Foundation for the Strengthening Instructional Leadership Grant.
D. Vote to approve the expenditure of $55,000.00 from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for the CTE Frameworks and Competency Based Implementation Grant.
E. Vote to approve the expenditure of $96,400.00 from the Davis Foundation for the Literacy Grant.
*R …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:15
General
Springfield Traffic Commission to hear 10 petitions on stop signs, parking, and traffic calming
The Springfield Traffic Commission will hold a hearings meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 10:15 AM at 70 Tapley Street (Conference Room) and via Zoom. The agenda lists 10 petitions covering stop signs, parking restrictions, a loading zone, and a traffic-calming request. The Commission can act on these items at the meeting. Public comment on the petitions can be submitted in writing before or within five days after the hearing.
- Petition 26-25: 4-way stop sign at Gifford St. and Powell Ave.
- Petition 26-31: 'No Parking Here to Corner' 90 feet from Parker Street on SunnyBrook Rd.
- Petition 26-32: Traffic-calming petition for East Forest Park
- Petition 26-33: 30-minute loading zone at 1319 Main Street
- Petitions 26-35 and 26-36: all-way stop signs at Pine Street and Cedar Street
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Traffic Commission 1 Printed 4/22/2025
TRAFFIC COMMISSION
Hearings Meeting Agenda
I hereby notify you that the following items of business have been filed with this office and can
be acted upon at the meeting of the Traffic Commission Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 10:15
AM.
City Clerk
Location
70 Tapley Street, Springfield, MA (Conference Room)
Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89383887141?pwd=SZuU417EyIHG4YGznCuPyqejhcR1WS.1
Meeting ID: 893 8388 7141 Passcode: 586931
Petitions
1.
26-25 Stop Sign – At the intersection of Gifford St. and Powell Ave. (4-way stop).
2.
26-31 SunnyBrook Rd. – “ No Parking Here to Corner” 90 feet from Parker Street.
3.
26-32 Traffic- Calming Petition – East Forest Park.
4.
26-33 Loading Zone – 30 minute loading zone at1319 Main Street.
5.
26-34 15 min parking – 506 Armory Street.
6.
26-35 Stop Signs – Facing northbound vehicle on Pine Street, intersection with Cedar Street (
All Way Stop).
7.
26-36 Stop Signs – Facing southbound vehicle on Pine Street, intersection with Cedar Street
( All Way Stop).
8.
26-37 Stop Signs - At the intersection of Springfield Street & Medical Center Dr., stopping
north and south-bound traffic.
9.
26-38 Stop Signs - At the intersection of Springfield Street & Armory Street, stopping east and
west-bound traffic.
10. 26-39 No Parking – No parking on the south side of Warwick Street.
Other Business
To provide for Public Comment on this p …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 16:00
General
Budget subcommittee to vote on five grant expenditures
The Springfield Public Schools Budget & Finance Subcommittee is meeting to vote on recommending five grant expenditures to the full committee. These funds come from the BARR Foundation, the Davis Foundation, and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- $400,000.00 BARR Foundation grant for Discovery Polytech Early College High School Support
- $350,000.00 BARR Foundation grant for Strengthening Instructional Leadership
- $300,000.00 BARR Foundation grant for Strengthening Instructional Leadership
- $96,400.00 Davis Foundation Literacy Grant
- $55,000.00 DESE grant for CTE Frameworks and Competency Based Implementation
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City Hall, 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Budget & Finance Subcommittee Members
Ms. LaTonia Monroe-Naylor, Chair
Ms. Denise Hurst
Ms. Ayanna Crawford
Monday, October 5, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Oyola-Lopez, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Dear Mrs. Oyola-Lopez:
The Springfield School Committee Office has scheduled a subcommittee meeting. Please see the
details provided below:
Budget & Finance Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA
All open session meetings may be viewed live & in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I.
CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II.
VOTING ITEMS:
A. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the expenditure of $400,000.00
from the BARR Foundation for the Discovery Polytech Early College High School Support
Grant.
B. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the expenditure of $350,000.00
from the BARR Foundation for the Strengthening Instructional Leadership Grant.
C. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the expenditure of $300,000.00
from the BARR Foundation for the Strengthening Instructional Leadership Grant.
D. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the ex …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:00
General
School Committee to discuss High School of Science and Technology elevator
The Buildings & Maintenance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the elevator at the High School of Science and Technology.
- Discussion of elevator updates at the High School of Science and Technology
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City Hall, 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Buildings & Maintenance Subcommittee Members
Mr. Gumersindo Gomez, Jr., Chair
Ms. Barbara Gresham
Ms. Ayanna Crawford
Monday, October 5, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Oyola-Lopez, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Dear Mrs. Oyola-Lopez:
The Springfield School Committee Office has scheduled a subcommittee meeting. Please see the
details provided below:
Buildings & Maintenance Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA
All open session meetings may be viewed live & in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I.
CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II.
INFORMATIONAL/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. Discuss updates on the elevator at the High School of Science and Technology.
III.
OLD BUSINESS
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
Sincerely,
Triny Vargas
Executive Assistant to the School Committee
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:00
General
Board of Assessors to review tax litigation and personal exemptions
The Board of Assessors will meet to review monthly abatement totals and warrants to the collector. The board will enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for the Appellate Tax Board and FY 2026 real estate tax abatements and personal exemptions.
- August 2026 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $14,207.62
- Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise Commitment 5: $456,164.21
- ATB Docket Review for entities including Springfield Bridge Holding LLC and Springfield Investors LLC (Walmart)
- ATB Docket Review for Davenport Square LLC (CVS) at 155 Union Street
- FY 2027 Personal Exemptions
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36 Court Street, Springfield
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Board of Assessors
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Regular Meeting – Wednesday October 7, 2026 10:00 AM City Hall – Room 205
~Agenda~ Jessica Guerra - Chair
413-886-5256
I.
Call to Order
10:00 AM Meeting called to order on October 7, 2026 at City Hall – Room 205, 36 Court Street, Springfield, MA.
II.
Public Portion
A. Meeting Minutes
• Public Meeting Minutes 9/10/2026 and 9/18/2026
B. Monthly Abatement Totals
a. Motor Vehicle Excise
• August 2026 Abatement Total = $14,207.62
C. Warrant to Collector
a. Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise, Commitment 5 = $456,164.21
III.
Executive Session
The Board will vote to enter into Executive Session for the following reasons:
1.
ATB Docket Review
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(3) the Board will enter into executive session to discuss the litigation strategy of matters currently
scheduled at the Appellate Tax Board. Discussion of these matters in an open public session will have a detrimental effect on the Board’s
litigation strategy.
2.
FY 2026 Real Estate Tax Abatements and Personal Exemptions
Pursuant to M.G.L.ch 30A, section 21(7) and M.G.L.ch 59, section 60 and M.G.L.c. 59, section 5, the Board will enter into executive
session to discuss personal exemptions.
D. Meeting Minutes
• Executive Session Meeting Minutes 9/10/2026 9/18/2026
E. ATB Docket Review
The Board will enter into executive session and will not return to a public …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30
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School Committee subcommittee to vote on several contracts and policy updates
The Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will vote on recommending several service contracts and policy amendments to the full committee. The body will also discuss the Student Assignment Policy.
- City Contract No. 20250282 for Out of District Tuition for Special Education Students: $500,000.00
- City Contract No. 20270117 for Sonido Musica Program: $350,000.00
- City Contract No. 20270118 for Adaptive Music Program: $405,000.00
- City Contract No. 20250301 for Educational Software, Training, Maintenance & Professional Development: $600,000.00
- Amended School Committee Policy Files BEA (Regular School Committee Meetings) and BEDB-R (Agenda)
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City Hall, 36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield
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Springfield Public Schools
Office of the School Committee
1550 Main Street, 2 FLR
Springfield, MA 01103-1410
S P R I N G F I E L D P U B L I C S C H O O L S
Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee Members
Ms. Ayanna Crawford, Chair
Ms. Denise Hurst
Ms. LaTonia Monroe-Naylor
Monday, October 5, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Oyola-Lopez, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
36 Court Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Dear Mrs. Oyola-Lopez:
The Springfield School Committee Office has scheduled a subcommittee meeting. Please see the
details provided below:
Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street 2 FLR, Room 220, Springfield, MA
All open session meetings may be viewed live & in real-time at:
https://www.youtube.com/@schoolcommitteeSPS/streams
ORDER OF BUSINESS
I.
CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II.
VOTING ITEMS:
A. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the Notice of Exercise of Renewal
Option No. 2 for City Contract No. 20250282, Out of District Tuition for Special Education
Students, in the amount of $500,000.00.
B. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of the City Contract No. 20270117,
Sonido Musica Program, in the amount of $350,000.00.
C. Vote to recommend to the full committee the approval of City Contract No. 20270118,
Agreement for an Adaptive Music Program for the Springfield Public Schools, in the amount
of $405,000.00.
D. Vote …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30
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Library Commission to review 2026-2030 Collection Development Policy draft
The Springfield Library Commission will meet to discuss a draft of the Collection Development Policy for 2026-2030. The meeting includes reports from the Director and Chairman, as well as an executive session.
- Presentation of the Collection Development Policy Draft 2026-2030 by Blaise Kyrios
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220 State St, Springfield
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# SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY COMMISSION
## October 7, 2026
## Central Library Community Room
**5:30 pm**
## MEETING AGENDA
1. Presentation: Blaise Kyrios, Collection Development Manager/Collection Development Policy Draft 2026-2030
2. Approval of draft Minutes from the September 9, 2026 Library Commission Meeting,
3. Commission Committee Reports
4. Chairman’s Report
5. Director’s Report
6. New/Other Business
7. Public Comment
8. Executive Session
9. Adjournment
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 16:00
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Springfield Retirement Board to discuss 2027 Administrative Budget
The Board will review the 2025 system audit and PRIM investment performance. Members will vote on retirement applications, member redeposits, and the approval of several financial warrants. The meeting includes a discussion and vote on the 2027 Administrative Budget.
- Vote on 2027 Administrative Budget
- Warrant #74 for retirement payroll in the amount of $8,641,119.43
- Redemption from the PRIT fund in the amount of $7,000,000.00
- Presentation of the Springfield Retirement System audit as of December 31, 2025
- Vote to consider 195 new members for the retirement system
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Richard Neal Operations Center, Springfield
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## AGENDA FOR THE SPRINGFIELD RETIREMENT BOARD MEETING 70 TAPLEY STREET, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01104
## TO BE HELD ON OCTOBER 7, 2026 AT 4:00 P.M.
**Agenda Item #1-Audit-Springfield Retirement System** Presentation of the Springfield Retirement System’s audit as of December 31, 2025 performed by CBIZ.
**Agenda Item #2-PRIM** Laura Strickland from PRIM will be making a presentation of PRIM’s Investment Performance.
## Agenda Item #3-Minutes
Vote to consider approving the open and executive session minutes of the meeting held on September 2, 2026.
## Agenda Item #4-Involuntary Application for Disability Benefits-Joseph Talmont-Fire Department
Vote to consider the responses of the medical panel for Involuntary Accidental Disability benefits submitted by former Commissioner Bernard Calvi, as well as additional information received by Attorney John Connor.
## Agenda Item #5-Superannuation Applications
Vote to consider the acceptance of the following Superannuation Applications:
1. John Beglane, Coordinator, School Department with 18 years as of September 26, 2026.
2. Mary Cadieux, Sped Para Professional, School Department with 30 years and 7 months as of October 3, 2026.
3. Darlene Dodds, Classroom Paraprofessional**,** School Department with 30 years and 1 month as of October 24, 2026.
4. Richard Heywood, Junior Custodian, School Department with 16 years and 10 months as of October 3, 2026.
5. William Mahoney, Director of Human Resources & Labor Relations, Human Resources Dep …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:00
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Planning Board to hold hearing on new liquor license for Main Street store
The Springfield Planning Board is meeting to consider a new beer and wine package store liquor license for Supreme Food Marketplace at 590 Main Street. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and discussion of non-subdivision plans.
- Public hearing for Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store-New) at 590 Main Street, petitioner RZJ Corporation d/b/a Supreme Food Marketplace
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✓ Decided: New beer and wine liquor license approved for 590 Main Street
The board approved a new package store liquor license for RZJ Corporation (d/b/a Supreme Food Marketplace). The approval includes six specific conditions regarding operating hours, signage, and sidewalk maintenance.
- Approved Beer & Wine Liquor License for 590 Main Street with conditions (5-0)
36 Court Street , Springfield
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PLANNING BOARD
36 COURT STREET – SPRINGFIELD, MA 01103
MEETING
DATE: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM
PLACE: 36 Court Street (City Hall), Room 220
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Acceptance of Minutes
3. Public Hearings:
Liquor License:
1. Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store- New)
Location: 590 Main Street
Petitioner: RZJ Corporation – d/b/a Supreme Food Marketplace
4. Non-Subdivision Plans
5. All Other Matters Properly Before the Board
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ROLL CALL:
Present: five (5): Mr. Daniele, Ms. McQuade, Mr. Milette, Ms. Morin and Ms. Ford
Absent: two (2): Mr. Mineo, Mr. Cunningham
PUBLIC HEARING:
Liquor License:
1. Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store- New)
Location: 590 Main Street
Petitioner: RZJ Corporation – d/b/a Supreme Food Marketplace
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: FOUR (4)
SPEAKING AGAINST: ZERO (0)
MOTION: APPROVE, WITH CONDITIONS
CONDITIONS:
1. Hours of operation shall be as stated on the application.
2. There shall be no on-site consumption of alcohol.
3. The public sidewalk along Main Street and Gardner Street shall be maintained,
including snow removal.
4. Any and all signage shall be properly permitted.
5. The unused pole sign shall be re-used or removed.
6. There shall be no banners, streamers or pennants located on the exterior of the
building.
IN FAVOR: five (5): Ms. Morin, Mr. Daniele, Ms. McQuade, Mr. Milette and Ms. Ford
OPPOSED: zero (0)
MEETING MINUTES SUMMARY
Date:
October 7, 2026
Time:
6:00PM
Location:
36 Court Street, Room 220, City Hall
ABSTAINED: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE
ALL OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY BEFORE THE BOARD
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
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Springfield CPC sets 2027 application cycle dates and reviews plan priorities
The Springfield Community Preservation Committee meets remotely on October 6, 2026 to approve September minutes, consider requests for contract changes, and vote on dates for the 2027 application cycle. The committee will also hold a first review of the CPC Plan, including revisions to priorities, public feedback from the Annual Hearing, and procedural changes removing references to recommendations from SHC or SPT. Other agenda items include a CPA 10-year anniversary celebration on November 8 and administrator updates.
- Vote on 2027 application cycle dates: workshop January 7, applications due February 26, presentations March 2 & 16 and April 6, deliberations April 20, voting May 4 & 18 and June 1
- First review of CPC Plan, revision of priorities, and changes to procedure removing reference to recommendations from SHC or SPT
- Requests for contract changes
- CPA 10-year anniversary celebration on November 8
- Next meeting scheduled for November 3 (General Election Day) with alternative date November 10
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Springfield Community Preservation Committee
Remote Meeting
Agenda
October 6, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. The minutes and agendas for
all meetings are available on the Meeting Portal of the City website.
https://springfieldma.portal.civicclerk.com/
Hybrid meeting by remote access or
To attend in person:
70 Tapley Street
Congressman Richard E. Neal Municipal Operations Center, Video Conference Room
To view the remote meeting:
https://www.facebook.com/SpringfieldCommunityPreservationCommittee
Mail public comments to: Community Preservation Committee, Springfield City Hall
36 Court Street, Springfield 01103 or e-mailed to
[email protected] 413-
530-1268.
Call to Order
●
Approve Minutes of September 1, 2026
●
Requests for Contract Changes
○
● Vote on dates for 2027 Application Cycle
○ January 7, 2027 Workshop
○ February 26, 2027 Applications due
○ March 2 & 16 and April 6, 5-Minute Presentations
○ April 20, 2027 Deliberations
○ May 4 & 18 and June 1, Voting on Recommendations
○ June, Recommendations submitted to City Council
● First review of CPC Plan, revision of priorities, public feedback from Annual
Hearing, changes to procedure (remove reference to recommendations from SHC or
SPT)
● CPA 10 year anniversary celebration, November 8
● Administrator’s Updates
● Other Matters
○
● Next meeting—November 3 General Election Day, alternative November 10
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
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Springfield
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 471 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $36.4M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · UPGRADE OPERATING ROOM UTILITIES AT VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, |
| $23.3M | AMERIFIELD JV LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · CONSTRUCT NEW INPATIENT PHARMACY- MINOR CONSTRUCTION-WEST HAVEN, CT |
| $22.4M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · 523A5-19-305 | MENTAL HEALTH OUTPATIENT RENOVATION BUILDING 5 |
| $17.7M | BRICAN, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · IGF::OT::IGF - BOILER PLANT REPLACEMENT AT THE COLUMBUS VA AMBULATORY |
| $17.3M | BRICAN, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · VISN 1 CONSTRUCTION MATOC FOR ALL HEALTHCARE FACILITIES WITHIN THE VIS |
| $11.5M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · PROVIDENCE HARWOOD CENTER FOR RESEARCH RENOVATION |
| $10.5M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · 631-17-002 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AT VAMC CENTRAL WESTERN MASSA |
| $9.9M | BRICAN, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · VISN 1 CONSTRUCTION MATOC FOR ALL HEALTHCARE FACILITIES WITHIN THE VIS |
| $8.0M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · 631-19-003 CORRECT MASONRY, EXTERIOR WALL AND ROOF DEFICIENCIES PHASE |
| $7.3M | IRONCLAD SERVICES INC Department of Veterans Affairs · 523-A5-16-301 UPGRADE PHYSICAL THERAPY AREA BUILDING 23 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Hampden County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-1,112 people (-$141.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Hurricane": 7, "Snowstorm": 6, "Severe Storm": 6, "Biologi · last Fri Sep 15, 2023)
Traffic fatalities14 (5 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments9,339 (168,744 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,496/mo (11,111 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.8% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$1.04B
Spending$1.16B
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$225.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.22×
Debt-load index64 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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