Springfield public meetings in 2023

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will consider petitions for new licenses and changes in ownership or management for several local businesses. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Common Victualler Tax failures.

• New All Alcohol Restaurant License/Late Renewal for Republica Hookah Lounge at 762 Boston Rd
• Change of Manager for John Boyle O’Reilly Club at 33 Progress Ave
• Changes in ownership and management for Pride locations at 77 West St and 1225 Parker St
• Informational hearing regarding a complaint at Hatwood Auto Sales at 50 Chapel St
• Discussion regarding Common Victualler Tax Failures

Commission on Disability

The Commission will conduct regular business and discuss contact information regarding state website issues for cities and towns. The agenda contains no specific legislative or financial items.

• Discussion of contact information at State's Website for Cities and Town on HP issues

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct several public hearings regarding property petitions. The meeting also includes a discussion on preservation restrictions and informational items.

• Continued hearing for 83 Buckingham Street
• Continued hearing for 80 Cornell Street
• Continued hearing for 251 Longhill Street
• New petition hearings for eight properties including 421 Maple Street and 92 Buckingham Street
• Preservation restrictions review for 1 Allen Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding a proposal by Eversource. The project involves installing three underground vault structures and two aboveground cabinets for gas facilities at the intersection of Allen Street and Sumner Avenue.

• Hearing on installation of 3 underground vaults and 2 aboveground gas cabinets at Allen St and Sumner Ave

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold an executive session regarding a Springfield Police Officer. The session involves a hearing to discuss and vote on discipline, dismissal, or pay status following a felony charge and certification suspension related to POST Case #SU-2023-12-14-001.

• Hearing regarding discipline or dismissal of an officer charged with a felony
• Discussion of POST Case #SU-2023-12-14-001 involving employee certification suspension

Public Health Council

The Public Health Council will conduct regular business including the approval of minutes and updates regarding the Health Center. The agenda includes discussions on C3 updates, finance reports, and program data.

• C3 Updates
• Finance Reports
• Program Data Report
• Co-Applicant Board Preliminary Roster meeting

Taxi and Livery Commission

The Taxi and Livery Commission will meet virtually to conduct business. The agenda includes a review of a driver record for a livery license application.

• Review of Joseph R. Daniels' driver record regarding a livery license application

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource's plan to install underground gas facilities. The project involves work at Hendee Street, Guion Street, and Page Blvd. This initiative aims to retire existing cast iron gas infrastructure.

• Hearing on installing underground gas facilities at Hendee Street, Guion Street, and Page Blvd.

City Council

The City Council will review several grant approvals for libraries, aging services, and cultural investments. The agenda includes a transfer of $1,521,535.00 to the Opioid Settlement Fund. The council will also hold an informal caucus to elect its 2024 President and Vice-President.

• Transfer of $1,521,535.00 to the Opioid Settlement Fund
• Byrne JAG Grant for $164,978
• FY24 Council on Aging Grant Increase of $74,934.00
• Amendment to Community Preservation Committee holdover terms
• Election of 2024 City Council President and Vice-President

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several orders regarding grant funding and fund transfers. The agenda includes a transfer of free cash to the Opioid Settlement Fund and various grants for libraries and elder affairs.

• Transfer $1,521,535.00 from FY23 Certified Free Cash to Opioid Settlement Fund
• Grant funds for East Springfield Branch Library construction
• Byrne JAG Grant of $164,978
• FY24 Council on Aging Grant Increase of $74,934.00
• UMass Medicaid Processing intergovernmental agreement

License Commission

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold a Late Night Entertainment Hearing on December 14, 2023. The hearing involves a request from Mesa Buffet to extend its late night entertainment closing time.

• Request by Mesa Buffet (1301 Liberty St) to extend late night entertainment hours from 12:00 am to 2:00 am closing

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on several grant expenditures and a large appropriation of surplus funds. Other items include updating the remote participation policy and approving a field trip.

• Approve $23,672,347 appropriation from carryover and other surplus funds
• Approve $245,875 for FY24 IEP Targeted Special Education Program Improvement Grant
• Approve $30,000 for FY2024: Strengthening Family-School Partnership Grant
• Vote to nullify the Remote Participation Policy
• Approve Renaissance Field Trip to Red Gate Farm in Ashfield, MA

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on a $23,672,347 appropriation from surplus funds for various investments. They will also consider two grants from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

• $23,672,347 appropriation from carryover and surplus funds
• $245,875 grant for IEP Targeted Special Education Program Improvement
• $30,000 grant for Strengthening Family-School Partnership
• Vote to nullify the Remote Participation Policy
• Talmadge School update

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access will review the results from previous public comment meetings. The group will also hold discussions regarding the draft digital equity plan.

• Review of results from public comment meetings
• Discussion of the draft digital equity plan

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. The Board also plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Appellate Tax Board and to review exemption applications.

• October 2023 Real Estate Abatement Total: $1,852.37
• July 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $23,353.37
• August 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $28,287.87
• October 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $15,707.55
• October 2023 Personal Property Abatement Total: $764.40

Board of Police Commission

The Board will discuss updates to the BOPC manual and training status. The meeting includes discussions regarding future meeting schedules and the status of the Police Supervisor’s contract.

• BOPC Manual update
• Discussion of 2024 Schedule
• Police Supervisor’s Contract status
• Presentation by City Law Dept on Open Meeting Law

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will meet to consider several petitions regarding changes in management, ownership, and operating hours. The agenda also includes a final hearing for Fuego Sport Bar LLC and a discussion on seasonal license extensions.

• Change of Manager for Springfield Hospitality LLC d/b/a Marriot Hotel at 2 Boland Way
• Change of Hours from 11:30 pm to 2:00 am for Mesa Buffet LLC at 1301 Liberty St
• Change of Manager for Ciro’s Restaurant Group, LLC at 904-912 Main St
• Change of Manager and Officers/Directors for East Springfield America Legion Post 420
• Change of Manager for Harmony Lodge at 73 Wilbraham Rd

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two petitions during this meeting. The items involve properties located at 275 Chestnut Street and 263 Alden Street.

• Petition ID # 7791 for 275 Chestnut Street
• Petition ID # 7794 for 263 Alden Street

City Council

The ARPA Oversight Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss American Rescue Plan Act updates. The agenda consists of the call to order and a public portion regarding ARPA updates.

• ARPA updates

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The committee is scheduled to meet virtually to review reports on all past and future projects. The agenda includes a public portion for community input.

• Report on all projects to date
• Report on all future projects

Park Commission

The Springfield Park Commission is reviewing several park-related items during its December meeting. The agenda includes a grant application for Magazine Park and a petition for pickleball courts in Van Horn Park. The commission will also address easement requests for Forest Park and Mary Shea Park.

• LWCF FY24 grant application for Magazine Park
• Petition for pickleball courts in Van Horn Park
• Temporary easement for Forest Park
• Easement approval for Mary Shea Park - Longfellow Terrace

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Venture Pond Improvement Project. The Commission will also discuss proposed open water habitat work at Watershops Pond.

• Notice of Intent for Venture Pond Improvement Project (Kayak Launch, Fishing Pier, and Stormwater Outfall Headwall repair) at SS Wilbraham Road
• Discussion of proposed open water habitat work at Watershops Pond by GZA for the Springfield Parks Department

City Council

The City Council Working Group on Labor & Workforce Development will meet on December 12, 2023. The agenda consists of a discussion regarding labor and workforce development.

• Discussion on Labor and Workforce Development

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote on several funding recommendations for the full School Committee. These include two state grants for family-school partnerships and special education program improvements, as well as an appropriation of surplus funds.

• $30,000.00 for FY2024: Strengthening Family-School Partnership Grant
• $245,875.00 for FY24 IEP Targeted Special Education Program Improvement Grant
• $23,672,347 appropriation from carryover and other surplus funds

City Council

The Springfield City Council will meet on December 11, 2023, to consider various petitions and special permit requests. The agenda includes items regarding signage, fencing, business use expansions, and a zoning change for NS William Street.

• Zoning change for NS William Street from Residence C to Business A
• Special permit for accessory wall signs at 55 Emery Street and 6 Liberty Street
• Special permit for motor vehicle repair at 62 Freemont Street
• Special permit for 10-foot high fencing at 160 Joan Street
• Expansion of residential component at 275 Chestnut Street

City Council

The Committee on Elder Affairs is meeting to discuss various programs intended to offset property taxes for older residents. The discussion includes potential motions regarding abatements, circuit breakers, and senior tax work write-offs.

• Discussion on property tax abatements
• Motion regarding circuit breakers
• Motion regarding senior tax work write-off

Residency Commission

The Springfield Residency Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its October 5, 2023 meeting. The body will then move into a closed executive session under Massachusetts Open Meeting Law Section 21(a)(1) to discuss complaints or charges against an individual. No public hearings, policy votes, or budget items are scheduled for this agenda.

• Approval of October 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive session under state law to review individual complaints/charges (closed to the public)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for several property petitions and review environmental reviews. The meeting also includes informational items regarding specific addresses.

• Continued public hearings for 12-20 Mattoon Street, 180 St. James Avenue, and 80 Cornell Street
• New public hearings for 5 Ridgewood Terrace, 421 Maple Street, 67 Fairfield Street, 80 Cornell Street, 251 Longhill Street, 54 Madison Avenue, 29 George Street, and 83 Buckingham Street
• Environmental review for 15 Ripley Place
• Informational item for 1414 State Street

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access will review results from public comment meetings and discuss a draft digital equity plan.

• Review of public comment meeting results
• Discussion of draft digital equity plan

Traffic Commission

The Springfield Traffic Commission will consider several requests for street and parking changes. These include installing stop signs at two intersections and creating parking spaces for outdoor dining. The commission will also review pedestrian safety at 433 Walnut Street.

• Stop sign installation at Catherine Street and McKnight Street
• Pedestrian safety measures at Elias Brookings School, 433 Walnut Street
• New parking spaces for outdoor dining on Bridge Street
• No Parking Loading Zone on Bristol Street
• Five-minute parking at 1573 Main Street

Retirement Board

The Board will consider several disability applications for Fire, Police, and Water and Sewer employees. Members will also vote on 12 superannuation applications and various financial warrants including a $7.7 million retirement payroll.

• Disability applications for Daniel Gramarossa, Anthony Amato, Mark A Correa, Robert Bellucci Jr., and Daniel Dirienzo
• 12 Superannuation Applications for various city departments
• Warrant #69: Retirement payroll of $7,760,848.12 and PRIT fund redemption of $5,850,000.00
• Warrant #64: Refunds in the amount of $124,213.94
• Warrant #65: Transfers in the amount of $215,694.22

Board of Library Commissioners

The Commission will hear a presentation from April Mazza regarding the East Springfield Branch building program. The meeting also includes a review of amended coverage dates for the Strategic Plan.

• Presentation by April Mazza, East Springfield Branch Building Program Consultant
• Review of Strategic Plan Amended Coverage Dates
• Approval of October 4, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board is reviewing a new definitive subdivision petition for the Elaine Circle Extension on NS Allen Street. The board is also continuing a public hearing regarding a beer and wine liquor license at 708 Main Street.

• Definitive Subdivision for Elaine Circle Extension (Petition #7764)
• New, Beer & Wine Liquor License at 708 Main Street (Petition #7249)

School Committee- Regular

The Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will meet to discuss the remote policy in relation to the Governor's Policy. The subcommittee is scheduled to vote on a recommendation to the full School Committee to make the current remote policy null and void.

• Vote to recommend making the current remote policy null and void
• Discussion of remote policy in relation to the Governor's Policy

School Committee- Regular

The School Committee is holding a working session to review the Superintendent's 2022-2023 summative evaluation. The committee will vote on adopting the evaluation report and a recommendation regarding the Superintendent's salary for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Adoption of the Superintendent's 2022-2023 Summative Evaluation Report
• Vote on the Superintendent's 2022-2023 salary review recommendation

City Council

The City Council will review several financial orders, including free cash transfers for the Police Department and OPEB Trust. The agenda also includes a permanent utility easement at Mary Shea Park and an interest arbitration award for the Springfield Police Supervisors Association.

• $3,014,048.00 in free cash to Police Department SPSA Decision
• $1,931,780 in free cash to OPEB Trust
• $49,982.91 Local Byrne JAG Grant
• Permanent utility easement to EMTAY, Inc. at Mary Shea Park on Longfellow Terrace
• Interest Arbitration Award - Springfield Police Supervisors Association (SPSA)

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several financial orders including revenue reports, grant setups, and fund transfers. Items include a large free cash transfer to the Police Department and an OPEB trust transfer.

• Local Byrne JAG Grant: $49,982.91
• Free Cash to Police Department SPSA Decision: $3,014,048.00
• Free Cash to OPEB Trust: $1,931,780
• Bills of Prior Year - Facilities Department: $1,231.12
• Donations for Police K9 Unit

City Council

The General Government Sub-Committee is reviewing an interest arbitration award for the Springfield Police Supervisors Association. The committee will also consider an order to amend Chapter 327-13-M.

• Interest Arbitration Award - Springfield Police Supervisors Association (SPSA)
• Order to Amend Chapter 327-13-M

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) application from Performance Food Group. This item is part of the meeting's new business.

• New TIF Application: Performance Food Group

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will review several petitions regarding business management and operating hours. The agenda includes informational hearings on complaints and pre-hearing conferences regarding specific incidents at local businesses.

• Change of Manager for Springfield Hospitality LLC d/b/a Marriot Hotel at 2 Boland Way
• Change of Hours from 11:30 pm to 2:00 am for Mesa Buffet LLC at 1301 Liberty St
• New Annual All Alcohol Restaurant License for Ace Will do it LLC dba L’Amour at 111 Chestnut St
• Pre-hearing conference for Fuego Sports Bar LLC regarding smoking material use
• License status hearings for Rose Entertainment, LLC and The Hookah Factory

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on the Superintendent's recommendation to appoint Dr. Marisa McCarthy as Administrator of Special Education. The meeting also includes a report regarding the Frederick Harris School and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Appointment of Dr. Marisa McCarthy as Administrator of Special Education
• Frederick Harris School Update
• Approval of November 15 and November 16, 2023 meeting minutes

School Committee- Regular

The School Committee will consider the appointment of Dr. Marisa McCarthy as Administrator of Special Education. The agenda also includes an update on the A. Frederick Harris School and reports from various standing committees.

• Appointment of Dr. Marisa McCarthy as Administrator of Special Education
• A. Frederick Harris School update
• Approval of November 2023 meeting minutes
• Reports from standing committees

City Council

The City Council is reviewing orders continued from November 28, 2023. These items involve transferring $1,000,000 of FY23 certified free cash to FY24 estimated revenues. An order under suspension for a similar transfer is also on the agenda.

• Transfer of $1,000,000 from FY23 certified free cash to FY24 estimated revenues
• Order under suspension regarding a $1,000,000 transfer of FY23 free cash to FY24 revenues

CAFO Search Committee

The CAFO Search Committee is meeting to organize the recruitment of a new Chief Administrative and Financial Officer. The committee will elect a chairperson and review the relevant search statute. Members will also discuss the job description, advertising plan, and search calendar.

• Election of Committee Chairperson
• Review of CAFO Search Statute (Ch. 468 of the Acts of 2008)
• Approval of CAFO job description
• Discussion of advertising plan and position profile
• Establishment of search committee calendar

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will discuss several issues related to HP parking signs. The agenda includes the removal and moving of signs, new signage information, and the approval of new HP applications.

• Removal of HP signs
• Approval of new HP applications
• Moving of HP parking signs
• New information on HP signage

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding certificates of compliance for properties on Elaine Circle and a new certificate of compliance for 80 Elaine Circle. Additionally, the Commission will hear notices of intent for a stormwater basin and three single-family homes near Allen Street, as well as a residential subdivision at Tiffany Street and Brentwood Street.

• Certificate of Compliance: Elaine Circle Extension (NS Boston Road and 35 Elaine Circle)
• Notice of Intent: Stormwater Basin and three single-family homes (NS Allen Street and SS Allen Street)
• Notice of Intent: Residential subdivision and paved roadway (310 Tiffany Street and NS Brentwood Street)
• Certificate of Compliance: 80 Elaine Circle

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive information about the Fiscal Year 2024 property tax rates. Assessors will provide details on available tax rates and how the tax levy is allocated among residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024 property tax rates

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider orders from Mayor Sarno regarding a stabilization transfer for the tax levy and a $1,000,000 transfer of FY23 certified free cash to FY24 estimated revenues. The agenda also includes the FY24 tax factor.

• Stabilization Transfer for Tax Levy
• $1,000,000 transfer from FY23 Certified Free Cash to FY24 Estimated Revenues
• FY24 Tax Factor

Board of Assessors

The Board will review monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. The Board also plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board dockets, personal exemption applications, and charitable statutory exemption applications.

• October 2023 Real Estate Abatement Total: $1,852.37
• July 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $23,353.37
• August 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $28,287.87
• October 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $15,707.55
• October 2023 Personal Property Abatement Total: $764.40

City Council

The City Council will consider several requests for zone changes and special permits. The agenda includes rezoning properties on Liberty Street, Boston Road, and Wilbraham Road, as well as permit requests for a car wash and auto glass repair.

• Zone change for 710 Liberty Street from Residence B/Commercial P to Business A
• Special permit for a mechanical public car wash at 710 Liberty Street
• Special permit for auto glass repair at 1626 Bay Street and NS Bay Street
• Height increase amendment for wireless facility at 1889 Wilbraham Road
• Zone change for 1267 Boston Road from Residence A to Business A

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the fiscal year 2024 real estate tax classification and real estate ratio. The meeting is scheduled for November 27, 2023.

• Public hearing regarding FY'24 real estate tax classification and real estate ratio

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will hold a discussion regarding mental health within the city. This meeting includes a public portion for community input.

• Discussion on Mental Health in the City of Springfield

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will meet to hold a discussion regarding mental health in the City of Springfield.

• Discussion on Mental Health in the City of Springfield

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is reviewing a series of requests for personal property uncollectible abatements. These items involve various business entities and historical tax years.

• Personal property uncollectible abatements for multiple businesses

Residency Commission

The Residency Commission will meet at City Hall to approve the minutes from the October 5, 2023, meeting. The body will then enter an executive session to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual.

• Approval of October 5, 2023, minutes
• Executive session regarding complaints or charges against an individual

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will consider approving two Putnam Academy field trips for Skills USA conferences. The meeting includes updates on Glickman School and the Renaissance School Expeditionary Project. Various standing committees are also scheduled to provide reports.

• Putnam Academy field trip (Nov 19-20, 2023)
• Putnam Academy field trip (April 25-27, 2024)
• Glickman School update
• Renaissance School Expeditionary Project update
• Portrait of a Graduate Mural Project update

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote on two Putnam Academy student travel requests for Skills USA competitions in Marlbourough, MA, which affect district extracurricular programming. The agenda also includes progress updates from Glickman and Renaissance schools and standard standing committee reports. These items inform families about upcoming school activities and administrative oversight.

• Approve Putnam Academy field trip for Skills USA Fall State Leadership Conference in Marlbourough, MA (Nov 19–20, 2023)
• Approve Putnam Academy field trip for Skills USA State Competition in Marlbourough, MA (Apr 25–27, 2024)
• Glickman School Update
• Renaissance School Expeditionary Project update
• Portrait of a Graduate Mural Project update

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings regarding multiple property petitions. The meeting also includes an informational item for environmental review at 10 Berkeley Street.

• Continued hearing: 29 George Street (ID #7709)
• Continued hearing: 141 Forest Park Avenue (ID #7722)
• New hearing: 132 Harvard Street (ID #7756)
• New hearing: 117-119 Chestnut Street (ID #7757)
• New hearing: 73 Chestnut Street (ID #7758)

City Council

The agenda includes a public portion for discussing water quality issues. No other substantive items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion of water quality issues

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the real estate tax classification and real estate tax ratio for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes a session for the public portion.

• Public hearing on real estate tax classification/real estate ratio for FY'24

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing to consider the installation of two speed humps on Warwick Street. The meeting includes communications and review of previous minutes.

• Hearing to install 2 speed humps on Warwick Street

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will discuss board staffing needs and manual updates. The Board also intends to enter executive session to determine whether to hold hearings regarding specific violations of department rules and officer misconduct.

• BOPC Manual update
• NACOLE membership discussion
• Board staffing needs discussion
• Special Order #23-113 (policy and conduct violations)
• Special Order #232-146 (officer misconduct)

Planning

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a beer and wine liquor license for 708 Main Street. The meeting also includes a new public hearing for a zoning change on NS William Street.

• Beer & Wine Liquor License petition for 708 Main Street
• Zoning change from Residence C to Business A for NS William Street (12300-0051 & 0052)

School Committee- Regular

The School Committee is conducting a special meeting and working session regarding the Superintendent's 2022-2023 evaluation. The agenda includes a data presentation by the Superintendent and a legal review of related documents and procedures.

• Superintendent PowerPoint Presentation of Supporting Data for 2022-2023 evaluation
• Attorney review of documents and procedures related to the 2022-2023 evaluation

Public Health Council

The Council will review updates regarding the C3 program and finance reports. Discussions include a program management assessment of current structures and a preliminary roster meeting for the Co-Applicant Board.

• C3 Updates
• Finance Reports
• Program Data Report
• Program Management Assessment
• Co-Applicant Board Preliminary Roster Meeting

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hear requests regarding underground transmission line work and certificates of compliance for local properties. Additionally, the board will consider notices of intent for new residential construction and stormwater management projects.

• Geotechnical borings for HPFF underground transmission lines crossing North Branch of the Mill River
• Certificate of Compliance for 157 Jamaica Street
• Certificate of Compliance for Elaine Circle Extension at NS Boston Road and 35 Elaine Circle
• Notice of Intent by RJH Estates, LLC for a stormwater basin and three single-family homes near Allen Street
• Notice of Intent by Anatoly Ovdiychuk for a residential subdivision and paved roadway at 310 Tiffany Street and NS Brentwood Street

License Commission

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold an entertainment hearing regarding Mesa Buffet at 1301 Liberty St. The request seeks to extend entertainment hours from 12:00 am to 2:00 am for an anniversary event on November 17, 2023.

• Request for extended entertainment hours at Mesa Buffet (1301 Liberty St)

City Council

The City Council will consider several bond authorizations, including funding for fire apparatus and school boiler projects. The agenda also includes a zoning change request for NS William Street and various grant approvals. Additionally, the council will review property sales via quitclaim deeds.

• Bond authorization for two fire apparatus totaling $3,290,000.00
• Bond authorization for school boiler projects of $2,827,786.00
• Zoning change request for NS William Street from Residence C to Business A
• Bond authorization for Neal Indian Orchard Community Park ($1,610,690.00)
• Interest arbitration award for the Springfield Police Supervisors Association

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will review several bond authorizations for fire equipment and school boiler projects. The agenda also includes grant match requirements for various city parks and a police supervisors arbitration award. Additionally, the committee will review recent revenue and expenditure reports.

• Bond authorization for two fire apparatus totaling $3,290,000.00
• Bond authorization for school boiler projects of $2,827,786.00
• Bond authorization for Neal Indian Orchard Community Park for $1,610,690.00
• Interest arbitration award for the Springfield Police Supervisors Association
• Grant match requirements for Neal Park and Gurdon Bill Park

School Committee- Regular

The Student & Parent Concerns and Legislative & Contracts subcommittees will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes an informational update regarding First Student.

• Update on First Student

School Committee- Regular

The School Safety and Budget & Finance subcommittees will meet to hear a presentation by Evolv regarding student arrival screening devices. The committee will also vote to enter executive session to discuss security strategies, door alarms, and active shooter drill updates.

• Presentation by Evolv regarding student arrival screening devices
• Vote to enter Executive Session to discuss security personnel or device deployment
• Discussion of active shooter drill and school safety updates
• Update on door alarms

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss the current status of the Springfield Police Commission and the DOJ Consent Decree.

• Status of the Springfield Police Commission
• Status of the DOJ Consent Decree

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will review several new liquor license petitions and seasonal extensions. The agenda also includes pre-hearing conferences regarding specific incidents and final hearings concerning the status of licenses for two establishments.

• New Annual Beer and Wine Package Store License petition for AG & J LLC d/b/a Crossroads Convenience Store & Creamery at 567 Main St
• Liquor license hour extension request for Mesa Buffet LLC d/b/a Mesa Buffet at 1301 Liberty St
• Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store License extension for Pit Stop Food N Fuel Inc at 736-740 Boston Rd
• Pre-hearing conference regarding Fuego Sports Bar LLC at 885 Carew St involving smoking material use
• Final hearings regarding license status for Aquarius at 1217 State St and The Hookah Factory at 296 Cooley St

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access will review results from recent public comment meetings. The group will also discuss the draft digital equity plan.

• Review of results from public comment meetings
• Discussion of draft digital equity plan

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will review the annual Community Preservation Act plan, including discussions on raising or eliminating the cap. Members will also consider contract extension requests for Trinity House, Gemini Townhomes, and DPBRM projects.

• Contract extension request: Trinity House, 51-53 Bay Street
• Contract extension request: Gemini Townhomes
• Contract extension request: DPBRM (Angelina Park and Alden Street)
• Discussion of annual CPA plan regarding raising or eliminating the cap
• Review of application template and instructions

License Commission

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold an entertainment hearing. The proceeding involves McCarthy’s Tavern, located at 807 Cottage St.

• Entertainment hearing for McCarthy’s Tavern at 807 Cottage St

School Committee- Regular

The committee will meet to discuss strategy regarding N.A.G.E. collective bargaining for crossing guards and bus monitors in executive session. The open meeting includes updates on the Elias Brookings School and parent advisory activities.

• Naming the Administrative Office Suite at William N. DeBerry School after Ms. Mattie M. Jenkins
• Executive session regarding Crossing Guards (N.A.G.E.) collective bargaining
• Executive session regarding Bus Monitors (N.A.G.E.) collective bargaining
• Approval of the October 5, 2023, meeting minutes

School Committee- Regular

The committee will meet to discuss strategy regarding N.A.G.E. collective bargaining for crossing guards and bus monitors in executive session. The open session includes updates on the Elias Brookings School and parent advisory activities.

• Naming the Administrative Office Suite at William N. DeBerry School after Ms. Mattie M. Jenkins
• Executive session regarding Crossing Guards (N.A.G.E.) collective bargaining strategy
• Executive session regarding Bus Monitors (N.A.G.E.) collective bargaining strategy
• Elias Brookings School update
• Approval of October 5, 2023, meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for eleven property petitions. The meeting also includes informational reviews regarding environmental and other matters.

• Petition ID #7706: 173 Bay Street
• Petition ID #7707: 180 Washington Blvd
• Petition ID #7708: 93 East Park Street
• Petition ID #7709: 29 George Street
• Petition ID #7710: 42 Marengo Park

Traffic Commission

The Springfield Traffic Commission will discuss several requests regarding street signs and parking regulations. Items include handicap parking, a loading zone on Bristol Street, and stop signs at Bartels and Hill Top Streets. The commission will also consider a parking space for outdoor dining on Bridge Street.

• Handicap parking at 174 Main Street Indian Orchard
• Honorary street sign for E. Henry Twiggs on Westminster Street
• No Parking Loading Zone on Bristol Street near Wilbraham Road
• Two stop signs at Bartels Street and Hill Top Street
• Parking space at 309 Bridge Street for outdoor dining

Retirement Board

The Board will vote on several superannuation applications and a disability application for the Fire Department. Members will also review various financial warrants including retirement payroll and fund redemptions.

• Disability application for Chad Furnelli of the Fire Department
• Superannuation applications for Steven Barker (Police) and Patricia Labroad (Library)
• Warrant #62: Retirement payroll of $7,696,160.03
• Warrant #62: PRIT fund redemption of $6,475,000.00
• Redeposit of refunds for 10 individuals across various city departments

Board of Library Commissioners

The Commission will hear a presentation from April Mazza regarding the East Springfield Branch building program. The meeting also includes a review of amended coverage dates for the Strategic Plan.

• Presentation by April Mazza, East Springfield Branch Building Program Consultant
• Review of Strategic Plan Amended Coverage Dates

Board of Assessors

The Board will review monthly tax abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. They also plan to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy and exemption applications.

• September 2023 Real Estate abatement total of $136,440.29
• Review of 8 personal exemption applications including Wilkes Street
• Charitable exemption applications for Rise & Walk Ministry and Springfield Aerie No 148
• ATB Docket review involving Smith & Wesson and Outdoor Media
• September 2023 Personal Property abatement total of $34,669.29

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an order regarding the warrant for the upcoming municipal election. This includes instructions for voting on various city offices and a list of polling locations across eight wards.

• Municipal Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023
• Election coverage includes City Council At Large, City Council Wards 1-8, and Mayor
• Early voting period set from October 25, 2023, to November 3, 2023

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The committee is holding a regular virtual meeting to review project reports. The agenda includes reporting on all projects completed to date and discussing anticipated future projects.

• Report on all projects to date
• Report on all anticipated projects in the future

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource utility work. The proposal involves installing underground gas facilities at Ormond Street and Sumner Avenue to retire existing cast iron infrastructure.

• Hearing: Install underground gas facilities at Ormond Street and Sumner Avenue

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life is meeting to discuss food insecurity within the city. This item is part of the public portion of the meeting.

• Discussion of Food Insecurity in the City

Springfield Empowerment Zone

The Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership Board of Directors will review the 2022-23 Roadmap for Student Success and the 2023-24 Strategic SEZP Initiatives. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 9, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of June 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of 2022-23 Roadmap for Student Success
• Review of 2023-24 Strategic SEZP Initiatives

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes and grant approvals. The agenda includes two supplemental budget orders for increased state aid totaling over $3.4 million. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to the Historical Commission and various library grants.

• Supplemental budget increase of $2,735,729.00 for state aid
• Zoning change for 1267 Boston Road from Residence A to Business A
• $180,000.00 grant for the Springfield Library Foundation
• Appropriation of $150,000.00 for East Springfield Branch Library construction
• Zoning change for 93 (A.K.A. 97) Wilbraham Road from Business A to Business B

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several grant orders and supplemental budget requests. These items include funding for library foundations, recycling programs, and a construction project for the East Springfield Branch Library.

• $2,735,729.00 supplemental budget increase in state aid
• $701,656.00 supplemental budget increase in state aid
• $180,000.00 Springfield Library Foundation Trusts & Endowments Grant
• $150,000.00 appropriation for East Springfield Branch Library construction project
• $80,733.00 FY24 SHINE Grant

City Council

The General Government Sub-Committee is considering two appointments to the Historical Commission. These include one alternate member and one regular member.

• Appointment of Vincent Calcasola as an alternate member of the Historical Commission
• Appointment of Walter Kroll as a regular member of the Historical Commission

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will hold an entertainment hearing regarding Le Souk Hookah located at 1 Worthington St. The hearing includes the manager of record, Genesis Pujol.

• Entertainment Hearing: Le Souk Hookah, 1 Worthington St.

Board of Assessors

The Board will review meeting minutes, monthly abatement totals for real estate and motor vehicles, and statutory exemption totals. The Board also plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Appellate Tax Board and various personal exemption applications.

• August 2023 Real Estate Abatement Total: $89,024.95
• July 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $23,353.37
• August 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $28,287.87
• Grand Total of Statutory Exemptions: $803,135.99
• Executive session discussion regarding ATB Docket Review and personal exemptions

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is conducting a hearing for Eversource. The proposal involves installing one owned pole and an anchor on the north side of Standish Street.

• Hearing regarding Eversource installation of one pole and anchor on Standish Street

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting at the Indian Orchard Citizen's Council. The agenda includes an introduction to the Board and its responsibilities, as well as an update on the Board of Police Commissioner’s Manual and Training.

• Introduction to the Board of Police Commissioners
• Discussion of Board responsibilities
• Board of Police Commissioner’s Manual and Training Update

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will consider several petitions for new and transferred liquor licenses. The meeting also includes a pre-hearing conference regarding regulatory violations and reviews of recent incident reports.

• New All Alcohol Restaurant Licenses for Urban Food Brood and The Artist Café
• License transfer for One Stop Market at 469-475 Boston Rd
• Pre-hearing conference for Le Souk Hookah regarding regulatory violations
• Status of license hearings for six establishments including The Hookah Factory
• Review of incident reports for four local businesses

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access is meeting to discuss digital equity and internet access within the City of Springfield. The group will also select locations for upcoming public information sessions.

• Discussion of Digital Equity and Internet Access in the City of Springfield
• Selection of public information session locations

City Council

The meeting of the Working Group on Labor & Workforce Development contains only procedural items. The agenda consists solely of continued discussions from a prior meeting.

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The committee will review reports on all current and anticipated projects. The meeting also includes a public portion and time for public comment.

• Report on all projects up to date
• Report on all anticipated projects up to date

Conservation Commission

The Springfield Conservation Commission is reviewing a request for determination of applicability regarding geotechnical borings. This work is intended for the replacement of underground transmission lines crossing the North Branch of the Mill River.

• Petition #7673: Geotechnical borings to replace HPFF underground transmission lines at the North Branch of the Mill River

City Council

The Springfield City Council is scheduled to meet virtually on October 10, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Ordinance 2023-1 concerning the Isolation Hospital Local Historic District.

• Ordinance 2023-1: Isolation Hospital Local Historic District

Residency Commission

The Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the September 15, 2023 meeting. The body will then move into an executive session to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual.

• Approval of September 15, 2023 minutes
• Executive session regarding complaints or charges against an individual

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on several grants, including funding for MassSTEP ABE and ESOL. The agenda also includes approving school field trips and appointing a member to the CAFO screening committee.

• $210,000 MassSTEP ABE and MassSTEP ESOL grant
• $20,000 SIEMENS Empower Grant
• Field trip requests for Central High School and Conservatory of the Arts
• Appointment to the CAFO screening committee
• MASC/MASS Joint Conference delegates

School Committee- Regular

The School Committee will vote on several grant expenditures and field trip requests. The meeting also includes a vote to appoint a member to the Chief Administrative and Financial Officer screening committee.

• $210,000.00 for Planning and Implementation MassSTEP ABE and MassSTEP ESOL grant
• $25,000.00 for Renaissance's Innovation Career Pathways Planning Grant
• $25,000.00 for Approaches to Address Student Cellphone Use Pilot Grant
• $20,000.00 for SIEMENS Empower Grant
• $7,267.00 for Springfield Empowerment Zone cellphone use pilot grant

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission is holding public hearings for four new petitions. The meeting also includes reviews regarding historical preservation and environmental information for various properties.

• New public hearing petitions for 80 Cornell Street, 34 Mountainview Street, 55 Emery Street, and 39-41 Thompson Street
• Preservation petition for 18 Highland Street
• Environmental reviews for properties including 10 Berkeley Street and 78 Catharine Street

City Council

The ARPA Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss the process regarding consultants for business applications. The meeting includes a public portion and updates on all business applications.

• Discussion of process with Consultants

Board of Police Commission

The Board intends to enter into an Executive Session regarding Special Order #23-009 involving a domestic incident. This session is for the purpose of discussing potential discipline, dismissal, or charges against a public officer or employee.

• Executive Session: Special Order #23-009 (Domestic Incident)

Retirement Board

The board will consider several disability applications for Fire and Police Department members. It will also vote on superannuation applications for six employees from various city departments. Additionally, the board will review financial warrants including a $7,616,249.85 retirement payroll item.

• Disability applications for Fire and Police Department personnel
• Superannuation applications for six employees in School, Building, Library, and Solid Waste departments
• Warrant #58 totaling $7,616,249.85 for retirement payroll and $5,600,000.00 for PRIT fund redemption
• Approval of 39 new members to the Springfield Retirement System
• Review of August monthly financial reports

Board of Library Commissioners

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding the East Springfield Branch building program. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and various committee and director reports.

• Presentation by April Mazza on East Springfield Branch Building Program

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding three new liquor license applications. These include beer and wine and all-alcoholic licenses for properties on Main Street and Chestnut Street.

• New Beer & Wine Liquor License at 708 Main Street
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License at 111 Chestnut Street
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License at 1365 Main Street

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is holding an annual public hearing to collect comments regarding needs and opportunities for the Community Preservation Act. The committee will also review the annual CPA plan and receive updates on ordinance amendments.

• Annual Public Hearing for CPA needs and opportunities
• Review of Annual CPA Plan
• Ordinance Amendment Update
• Approval of September 5, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council will review revenue reports, grant approvals, and property sales. Items include a request to rezone 1267 Boston Road from Residence A to Business A. The council will also consider authorizing the sale of ES Morton St. parcels and financing for fire department equipment.

• Rezoning 1267 Boston Road from Residence A to Business A
• $80,000 grant for Springfield City Library Foundation Sound Systems
• Sale of ES Morton St. parcels to City of Homes Real Estate Ventures, LLC for $7,000.00
• Lease purchase financing for Pierce Enforcer Aerial Ascendant Tower Fire Apparatus
• $170,303.95 PEG Access and Cable Related Fund franchise fee payment

City Council

The committee will review the August revenue and expenditure report and several grant orders. The meeting includes discussions on a lease purchase for fire department equipment and deficit spending authorization for the Abbe Brook culvert failure.

• $80,000 Springfield City Library Foundation Sound Systems Grant
• $5,000 TJO Best Friends Animal Society Grant
• Lease purchase financing for Pierce Enforcer Aerial Ascendant Tower fire apparatus
• $170,303.95 PEG Access and Cable Related Fund franchise fee payment
• Deficit spending authorization for Abbe Brook culvert failure

School Committee- Regular

The Student & Parent Concerns and Legislative & Contracts subcommittees are holding a joint meeting. The committee will vote on recommendations regarding delegates for the MASC/MASS Joint Conference in November 2023. Discussion items include student walking routes to Swan/DeBerry School, bussing issues, and an update on the Firstview App.

• Vote to recommend Delegate for MASC/MASS Joint Conference
• Vote to recommend Alternate Delegate for MASC/MASS Joint Conference
• Vote to authorize delegate voting on conference resolutions
• Discussion regarding students walking to Swan/DeBerry School
• Discussion regarding bussing issues

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote to recommend several grant expenditures to the full School Committee. These include funding for Siemens Industry, Inc., student cellphone use pilots, and MassSTEP programs.

• $20,000.00 SIEMENS Empower Grant from SIEMENS Industry, Inc.
• $7,267.00 Springfield Empowerment Zone student cellphone use pilot grant
• $25,000.00 student cellphone use pilot grant
• $25,000.00 Renaissance's Innovation Career Pathways Planning Grant
• $210,000.00 MassSTEP ABE and MassSTEP ESOL grant

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will meet to consider several new petitions regarding business licenses. Items include a license transfer, requests for extended operating hours, and a new pool table license.

• Transfer of license from One Stop Boston Road, Inc. to One Springfield Market, Inc. at 469-475 Boston Rd
• Change of hours for Level 5 Restaurant at 892-892 State Street from 1:00 am to 2:00 am
• New pool table license for Café & Varieties, LLC at 261 Locust Street
• Change of hours for Khi and Eli Food for the Soul at 882 Sumner Ave from 12:00 am to 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays
• Pre-hearing conference for Le Souk Hookah regarding an incident on 9-3-23

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two specific petitions during this meeting. The items involve properties located at 94 Second Street and 143 Parker Street.

• Petition ID #7610 for 94 Second Street
• Petition ID #7611 for 143 Parker Street

City Council

The City Council will meet to act upon seventeen financial orders. These orders consist of recommendations from the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) to fund various local restoration, park, and building projects.

• Abbey Brook Conservation Area Expansion
• Indian Orchard Fire Station Rehab
• Historic Home Restoration Program
• Gunn Block Building Reuse
• Angelina Park Improvements

City Council

The agenda consists of a call to order and a public portion for ARPA status updates. No other specific business items are listed.

• ARPA status updates

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review requests regarding environmental impacts for two projects. These include geotechnical borings for replacing transmission lines in the Connecticut River and building additions at 1597 Allen Street.

• Geotechnical borings for underground transmission line replacement in the Connecticut River
• Building addition and expanded parking at 1597 Allen Street

City Council

The City Council will review several special permit requests regarding business operations, renovations, and signage. The agenda also includes a petition for a zoning change at 710 Liberty Street.

• Special Permit: Medical office/clinic at 445 Sumner Avenue
• Special Permit: Bed & Breakfast at 400 Maple Street
• Special Permit: Demolition and exterior renovations at 486-494 Belmont Avenue
• Special Permit: Trash hauling service facility at 1781 Page Boulevard
• Special Permit: Motor vehicle sales at 279 Locus Street

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee is meeting to vote on several items, including the Amaze Academy Charter School charter and the revised 2023-2024 school calendar. The committee will also consider approving multiple student field trips and a proposal regarding naming an office suite at William N. DeBerry School.

• Approval of Amaze Academy Charter School charter
• Approval of revised 2023-2024 school calendar
• Approval of student field trips to Gillette Stadium, Red Gate Farm, and North Adams
• Referral of naming the DeBerry School office suite to a subcommittee

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote on the Amaze Academy Charter School charter and a revised 2023-2024 school calendar. The committee will also consider several student field trips and naming an office suite at William N. DeBerry School after Ms. Mattie Jenkins. Updates regarding Sodexo and mental health are scheduled for discussion.

• Approval of Amaze Academy Charter School charter
• Approval of revised 2023-2024 school calendar
• Field trip approvals for several local schools
• Naming an office suite at William N. DeBerry School after Ms. Mattie Jenkins

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for several property petitions. The agenda also includes informational items regarding the CPC Historic Home Restoration Program and discussions on report fees.

• Public hearing for 21 Buckingham Place (ID #7574)
• Public hearing for 21 Mountainview Street (ID #7561)
• Multiple new property petitions including 136 Bowdoin Street and 472 Bridge Street
• CPC Historic Home Restoration Program information
• Discussion regarding fees for reports

City Council

The Springfield City Council is meeting virtually to address water contamination issues and matters regarding the Water Commission. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Water contamination issues
• Water Commission

Planning

The Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings regarding two liquor license petitions. These include a beer and wine license for 708 Main Street and an all alcoholic liquor license for 111 Chestnut Street.

• Beer & Wine Liquor License petition for 708 Main Street
• All Alcoholic Liquor License petition for 111 Chestnut Street

Public Health Council

The Council will conduct a regular virtual meeting to discuss City of Springfield business and COVID-19 updates. The agenda includes several items regarding Health Center operations, including staffing, policy, and financial reports.

• Covid Update
• Health Center Staffing/Provider Update
• HRSA Operational Site Visit
• Program Data Report

School Committee- Regular

The Curriculum & Programs and Legislative & Contracts subcommittees are meeting to consider the Amaze Academy Charter School. The subcommittees will vote on whether to recommend that the full School Committee approve the school's charter.

• Vote to recommend approval of the Amaze Academy Charter School charter

City Council

The meeting includes a public portion for discussion regarding education. The provided agenda contains no other specific items or decisions.

• Public discussion of education

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing for Crown Castle at 481 Carew Street. The proposal involves installing approximately 40 feet of communication conduit on Carew Street. This work would connect an existing Eversource manhole to a proposed conduit on the property.

• Hearing regarding installation of approximately 40 feet of communication conduit on Carew Street

City Council

The council will review several grant proposals from Mayor Sarno, including funds for brownfields assessment and library programs. The agenda also includes orders for utility pole relocation on St James Avenue and the sale of city-owned properties. Additionally, members will consider a collective bargaining agreement for the Springfield Fire Chiefs Association.

• $500,000 Brownfields Assessment Grant
• Sale of former Gemini Building site for $50,000
• Verizon pole relocation on St James Avenue
• Springfield Fire Chiefs Association agreement ratification
• Sale of 58 Itendale St. for $5,000

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will review several grant applications and financial reports. The agenda includes approving various state and foundation grants, as well as authorizing property sales at Morris & Central Streets and 58 Itendale St.

• Brownfields Assessment Grant ($500,000)
• Sale of Former Gemini Building Site (15 parcels at Morris & Central Streets) for $50,000
• Ratification of Springfield Fire Chiefs Association collective bargaining agreement
• FY24 Senior Community Service Employment Grant ($473,500)
• Sale of 58 Itendale St. to Concerned Citizens for Springfield, Inc. for $5,000

City Council

The committee will meet in executive session to consider the purchase, lease, or value of real property at 90-120 Tapley Street. The agenda also includes orders for the taking of 90 Tapley Street and appropriation for damages.

• Order of Taking for 90 Tapley Street (ID #7583)
• Appropriation Order for taking damages for a portion of 90-120 Tapley Street (ID #7582)
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of 90-120 Tapley Street

Office of Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet at the Public Safety Complex. The agenda includes presentations from Springfield Emergency Communications and an update from the National Weather Service.

• Springfield Emergency Communications presentation
• National Weather Service update

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will review orders regarding the acquisition of property at 90 Tapley Street. This includes an order for taking and an appropriation order for damages related to a portion of 90-120 Tapley Street.

• Order of Taking for 90 Tapley Street (ID # 7583)
• Appropriation Order for Taking Damages for a Portion of 90-120 Tapley Street (ID # 7582)

Board of Police Commission

The Board will discuss monthly meeting locations, training dates, and resource requirements. An executive session is scheduled to discuss Special Order #23-028 regarding department rule violations.

• Discussion of monthly meetings at alternative locations
• Setting a standing date for monthly training
• Board resources including letterhead, cell phones, and recording device training
• BOPC Manual update
• Executive Session regarding Special Order #23-028: Violations of Department Rules and Regulations, Conduct, CJIS Policy, and Body Worn Camera Policy

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will consider petitions regarding business ownership, name changes, and operating hours. The meeting also includes a final hearing on license status for Rose Entertainment, LLC and a review of recent incident reports.

• Ownership and name change for Bino Inc. at 265-271 Dwight St
• Extension of closing hours to 2:00 am for Tu Casa Restaurant
• New pool table license for Café and Varieties, LLC at 261 Locust Street
• New license for Shamrock Market at 1116 St. James Ave
• Review of incident reports for Le Souk, Fuego’s Sports Bar, and Jackalope

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access will meet to receive an update on the Digital Equity Plan from PVPC. The meeting includes a public portion for community input.

• Update on Digital Equity Plan from PVPC

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review requests for drilling in the Connecticut River to replace underground transmission lines and a building addition at 1597 Allen Street. The agenda also includes an extension request for the Watershops Pond Dam project and tree removal on Pebble Mill Road.

• Geotechnical borings in the Connecticut River for transmission line replacement
• Building addition and expanded parking at 1597 Allen Street
• 12-month extension for Watershops Pond Dam resiliency improvements
• Tree removal at 35 Pebble Mill Road

Residency Commission

The Commission will meet at City Hall to approve the minutes from the July 13, 2023, meeting. The body will then move into an executive session to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual.

• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2023
• Executive session regarding complaints or charges against an individual

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on a supplemental budget and a $30,000 transfer for legal services. They will also consider naming the DeBerry School library in honor of Mattie Jenkins. Additionally, the committee will enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with NAGE.

• $30,000.00 transfer to Legal Services
• FY Supplemental Budget approval
• Naming the DeBerry School Library after Mattie Jenkins
• Approval of diplomas for Noel Ramos and Stephon Henderson

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for several property petitions. The meeting also includes informational items regarding the CPC Historic Home Restoration Program and a discussion of 39-41 Thompson Street.

• Continued public hearings for 21 Buckingham Place, 21 Mountainview Street, and 118 Washington Road
• New public hearings for 12 property petitions including 136 Bowdoin Street and 443 State Street
• Informational item regarding CPC Historic Home Restoration Program
• Discussion of 39-41 Thompson Street

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing orders related to the property at 90 Tapley Street. This includes an appropriation order for taking damages and a separate order of taking for the property.

• Appropriation Order (ID #7582) for taking damages at 90-120 Tapley Street
• Order of Taking (ID #7583) for 90 Tapley Street

Traffic Commission

The Springfield Traffic Commission will consider new midblock crossings at 459 Main Street and 201 Parker Street. The agenda also includes requests for handicap parking in Indian Orchard and take-out parking spaces at Tower Square. Additionally, the commission will review honorary street sign proposals.

• New proposed midblock crossings at 459 Main Street and 201 Parker Street
• Handicap parking request for 162 and 174 Main Street Indian Orchard
• Two parking spaces for take-out at Tower Square on Main Street
• Honorary street sign proposals for George “Big Will” Williams and Ms. Abbie Davies

Retirement Board

The board will review audit and investment performance presentations. Members will vote on several disability applications for police, fire, school, and water/sewer employees. The agenda also includes approving retirement applications and various financial warrants.

• Audit overview of the Springfield Retirement System
• Disability applications for Police, Fire, School, and Water/Sewer employees
• Retirement applications for five School Department employees
• Warrant #52: $7,639,338.29 retirement payroll and $5,100,000.00 PRIT fund redemption
• Financial warrants for refunds, transfers, and expenses

Board of Library Commissioners

The commission will hear presentations from Elizabeth McKinstry and Matt Blumenfeld of the Springfield Library Foundation. The agenda also includes committee, chairman, and director reports.

• Presentation by Elizabeth McKinstry, Program and Training Librarian
• Presentation by Matt Blumenfeld, Executive Director, Springfield Library Foundation
• Approval of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Commission Committee Reports

Planning

The Planning Board is conducting public hearings regarding multiple new liquor license applications. These include beer and wine licenses, a package store, and all alcoholic liquor licenses at various locations.

• New Beer & Wine Liquor License for 708 Main Street
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License for 111 Chestnut Street
• New Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store) for 78 Island Pond Road
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License for 250 Albany Street

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will meet to consider two recommendations for the full School Committee. The subcommittee will vote on recommending a $30,000 transfer to Legal Services and approving the FY2024 Supplemental Budget.

• $30,000 transfer to Legal Services for FY23 outside legal services work
• Approval of the FY2024 Supplemental Budget

City Council

The General Government Sub-Committee met virtually on September 6, 2023. The agenda included a public portion and a review of the Board and Commission Application Form.

• Review of Board and Commission Application Form

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review several project updates including a playground and the D'Amour Museum. Members will also review the annual CPA plan and determine the 2024 timeline.

• Scope of work change for Magazine playground
• Contract extension and scope change for D'Amour Museum
• Cancellation of commitment to LaMarquise Apartment House at 2612 Main Street
• Review of annual CPA plan and 2024 timeline
• Annual public hearing scheduled for October 3, 2023

Board of Assessors

The Board will review July 2023 motor vehicle excise abatements and uncollectible personal property taxes. Members will also review statutory exemptions totaling $803,135.99 across 1,057 instances. Additionally, the Board plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for several ATB docket matters.

• July 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement total of $23,353.37
• Statutory exemptions totaling $803,135.99 across 1,057 instances
• Review of uncollectible personal property taxes for various entities
• Executive session regarding litigation strategy for ATB docket matters including Smith & Wesson
• Review of FY2024 abatement applications

Animal Control

The Animal Control body is conducting a hearing regarding a dangerous dog at 33 Schley Street. The meeting is scheduled as a virtual session via Zoom.

• Dangerous Dog Hearing: 33 Schley Street

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will meet to consider several petitions regarding business hours and ownership. The agenda also includes informational hearings for one-day liquor licenses and a review of incident reports.

• Petition for Amapola Bakery and Bistro d/b/a Mojitos Bar & Restaurant (497 Belmont Ave) to change closing time from 1:00 am to 2:00 am
• Petition for Bino, Inc dba Center Stage (265-271 Dwight Street) regarding change of ownership interest
• One day Beer and Wine Liquor License for Vermont Vermouth at Mattoon Street Art Festival (29 Mattoon St)
• One day Beer and Wine License for Los Muchachos Restaurant (436 Boston Rd) for a private party
• One day Beer and Wine License for South End Community Center Inc at 99 Marble Street

Mobile Home Rent Control Board

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Springfield Mobile Home Park. The meeting includes the closing of the evidentiary portion, followed by deliberation and a decision.

• Public Hearing: Springfield Mobile Home Park

Mobile Home Rent Control Board

The Mobile Home Rent Control Board is conducting a public hearing. The agenda includes closing the evidentiary portion of the hearing regarding Eastwood Estates and proceeding to deliberation and decision.

• Closing of the evidentiary portion of the hearing for Eastwood Estates

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a request regarding work at the property known as Rear West Columbus Avenue, also known as 135 Clinton Street. The petition involves exploratory borings for a horizontal directional drill construction method intended for replacement lines.

• Petition #7571: Exploratory borings for horizontal directional drill construction at 135 Clinton Street

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider several grant applications and property orders. The agenda also includes requests for special permits regarding motor vehicle uses and a zoning change at 710 Liberty Street.

• MassCall3 Grant of $500,000.00
• Springfield Safe Ride Home Project grant of $191,000
• Appropriation Order for damages at 90-120 Tapley Street
• Special permit for motor vehicle sales at 466 Main Street
• Zoning change for 710 Liberty Street to Business A

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several grant setup orders and property taking orders. These items include funding for community projects and land acquisition at 90 Tapley Street.

• $191,000 for Springfield Safe Ride Home Project
• $19,600 for Springfield Young Adults Gambling Project
• $500,000.00 MassCall3 Grant
• Order of Taking for 90 Tapley Street
• Appropriation Order for Taking Damages for a portion of 90-120 Tapley Street

Board of Assessors

The Board will review monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. Members will also enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Appellate Tax Board matters and review various exemption applications.

• June 2023 Real Estate Abatement Total: $57,208.69
• July 2023 Real Estate Abatement Total: $25,720.87
• June 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $27,513.24
• July 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $23,353.37
• July 2023 Personal Property Abatement Total: $18,606.48

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is considering a proposal to discontinue and abandon Bucholz Street from Benton Street. The action involves approximately 387 feet of street area, totaling 18,689 square feet.

• Discontinuation and abandonment of Bucholz Street from Benton Street (approx. 387 feet)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss the discontinuation and abandonment of a section of Providence Street. This proposed action involves an area of approximately 9,078 square feet starting 100 feet from Benton Street.

• Discontinue and abandon a portion of Providence Street near Benton Street (approx. 9,078 square feet)

Planning

The Planning Board is conducting public hearings regarding several new liquor license applications. These include a beer and wine license for 708 Main Street, an all alcoholic liquor license for 111 Chestnut Street, and a package store beer and wine license for 78 Island Pond Road.

• New Beer & Wine Liquor License at 708 Main Street
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License at 111 Chestnut Street
• New Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store) at 78 Island Pond Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource Gas infrastructure. The proposal involves installing underground gas facilities at Demond Avenue to replace low-pressure cast iron pipes.

• Hearing for Eversource Gas to install underground gas facilities on Demond Avenue

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will hold a public portion to discuss dirt bikes and speeding within the city.

• Discussion of Dirt Bikes
• Discussion of Speeding in the City

City Council

The Working Group on Creative Economy will hold a continued discussion regarding creative economy and tourism. This meeting is scheduled to take place at Nathan Bills Restaurant.

• Continued discussion of the Working Group Creative Economy and Tourism

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding the relocation of one Verizon pole on St James Avenue. This relocation is intended to accommodate the MDOT Municipal Improvement project.

• Hearing for Verizon pole relocation on St James Ave.

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair during this meeting. The agenda includes an update to the BOPC Manual and the approval of minutes from May and June 2023. The Board also intends to enter executive session to discuss allegations of officer misconduct under Special Order #23-0009.

• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Introduction of Commissioner Christy Torres
• BOPC Manual update
• Discussion of officer misconduct under Special Order #23-0009

License Commission

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold a meeting on August 9, 2023. The agenda includes informational hearings regarding a one-day liquor license for Los Muchachos Restaurant and an extension of operating hours for Khi and Eli Food for the Soul.

• One day Beer and Wine Liquor License for Los Muchachos Restaurant at 436 Boston Rd
• Change of hours for Khi and Eli Food for the Soul at 882 Sumner Ave
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2023

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review certificates of compliance for properties on Cardinal Street and Oak Brook Drive. They will also consider a request regarding exploratory drilling at Rear West Columbus Avenue.

• Certificate of Compliance for 139-141 Cardinal Street
• Partial Certificate of Compliance for 64 Oak Brook Drive, East Longmeadow
• Request for Determination of Applicability for drilling at Rear West Columbus Avenue (135 Clinton Street)

Residency Commission

The Residency Commission will meet to approve minutes from July 13, 2023. The commission will also enter an executive session to discuss case assignments regarding complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of July 13, 2023 minutes
• Executive session for case assignment regarding complaints or charges

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for twelve new petitions at various addresses. The agenda also includes informational items regarding the CPC Historic Home Restoration Program and several specific properties.

• Twelve new property petitions
• CPC Historic Home Restoration Program information
• Informational discussion for 63 Mulberry Street
• Public Speak-Out Session

City Council

The Springfield City Council meeting includes a public portion and discussions regarding Knox Boxes and Alzheimer's concerns. No specific legislative actions or contracts are listed in this agenda.

• Public Portion
• Knox Boxes
• Alzheimer's Concerns

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review June real estate and motor vehicle excise abatement totals. The meeting includes discussions regarding charitable exemptions and contracts for housing development and tax increment financing. The Board also plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy.

• June real estate abatement total of $57,208.69
• June motor vehicle excise abatement total of $27,513.24
• 2023 motor vehicle and trailer excise commitment of $41,303,929
• Housing Development contract with Davenport Advisors LLC
• Tax Increment Financing contract with Snapland, LLC

Animal Control

The Springfield Animal Control board is conducting a hearing regarding a dangerous dog at 115 Bulat Drive. This meeting was called to order on August 2, 2023.

• Dangerous dog hearing at 115 Bulat Drive

Traffic Commission

The Springfield Traffic Commission is meeting to consider several new traffic-related items. These include requests for handicap parking, no-parking zones, a school zone designation, and an honorary street sign. The commission will also review minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting.

• Handicap parking at 162 and 174 Main Street Indian Orchard
• No Parking Any Time at 222-224 Orange Street
• No Parking Any Time at 62 Fremont Street
• School Zone on Surry Road near Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School
• Honorary Street Sign for George “Big Will” Williams

Retirement Board

The board will consider several disability applications for fire and police department employees. Members will also vote on ten superannuation applications and thirteen retirement allowance calculations. Additionally, the board will review financial warrants including a $7,613,220.83 retirement payroll warrant.

• Disability applications for Brent Brenes (Fire) and Arjel Falcon (Police)
• Ten superannuation applications from various city departments
• Approval of warrants including $7,613,220.83 for retirement payroll
• Redeposit of refunds for Glenn Altro and Joseph Collins
• Review of 33 requests for refunds and transfers to other systems

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review 2023 application recommendations and consider several contract extension requests. These requests involve projects at East Springfield Library, Forest Park, Blunt Park, Hubbard Park, and Cottage Hill Park. The meeting also includes approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes and updates on the Administrator's contract.

• Approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 application recommendations
• Contract extension requests for East Springfield Library Reading Garden
• Contract extension requests for Forest Park pavilions
• Contract extension requests for Blunt Park and Hubbard Park projects

City Council

The ARPA Oversight Committee will conduct a general review of applications and the ARPA Advisory Committee process. The meeting is scheduled to be held virtually via Zoom.

• General review of applications
• ARPA Advisory Committee process

City Council

The agenda for the July 27, 2023, Springfield City Council meeting contains only procedural headings. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items are listed in the provided text.

License Commission

The Board will consider petitions for several liquor license changes and a new all-alcohol license at 1295 Liberty St. An informational hearing is scheduled regarding the Harambee Festival at Bolden Park. The Commission will also review the liquor license status for Shaking Crab.

• Change of manager for Le Souk Hookah Lounge LLC at 1 Worthington St
• Pledge of License for Crazy Andy’s Liquors at 754-758 Main Street
• New All Alcohol GOP License for Ivy’s Events the Venue at 1295 Liberty St
• One day All Alcohol Liquor License for Harambee Festival at Bolden Park
• Section 77 hearing regarding Shaking Crab liquor license status

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Springfield Zoning Board of Appeals met virtually on July 26, 2023. The agenda includes a petition for a six-month extension at the property known as WS Dickinson Street.

• Six-month extension request for WS Dickinson Street (03910-0271)

Conservation Commission

The Springfield Conservation Commission is reviewing requests for determination of applicability. These include tree removal at 12 Sabin Street and an external staircase project at 100 Grochmal Avenue.

• Tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street
• External staircase construction at 100 Grochmal Avenue

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to address FY2024 preliminary abatements during the public portion of the agenda. This includes reviews for two specific properties.

• FY2024 Preliminary Abatement: 70 Nagle St (PID# 089100008)
• FY2024 Preliminary Abatement: 171 Clearbrook (PID# 028450019)

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for twelve new property petitions, including locations such as 46 Oxford Street and 281 State Street. The agenda also includes an informational update on the CPC Historic Home Restoration Program and discussions regarding specific properties. A public speak-out session is scheduled.

• Public hearings for twelve property petitions (IDs #7551 through #7561)
• CPC Historic Home Restoration Program update
• Discussion of 63 Mulberry Street
• Discussion of 39-41 Thompson Street

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings regarding several liquor license petitions. These include requests for beer and wine licenses at 708 Main Street and 1116 St James Avenue, as well as an all alcoholic liquor license for 111 Chestnut Street.

• New Beer & Wine Liquor License at 708 Main Street (ID # 7249)
• New Beer & Wine Liquor License (Package Store) at 1116 St James Avenue (ID # 7387)
• New All Alcoholic Liquor License at 111 Chestnut Street (ID # 7491)

Public Health Council

The Springfield Public Health Council will discuss health center business, including staffing and dental services. The council will also review June finance data and program reports from May and June.

• Appointment of Ligia Francisco Gil, Medical Assistant
• Review of June finance data
• Program data reports for May and June
• Updates on C3 and dental services

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will hold a discussion with the City of Springfield's Director of Housing. The meeting focuses on housing-related matters.

• Discussion with the Director of Housing regarding housing-related matters

City Council

The City Council will consider several bond authorizations, including funds for Court Square improvements and DPW vehicles. The agenda also includes reviews of various state grants and a zoning change request for 710 Liberty Street.

• Bond authorization for various municipal purposes ($10,000,000.00)
• Bond authorization for Court Square improvements ($6,000,000.00)
• Zoning change for 710 Liberty Street to Business A
• State 911 Support & Incentive Grant ($992,816.00)
• Transfer of property at 169 Maple Street and South Side Central Street

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several orders regarding state grants and bond authorizations. These include funding for 911 support, mental health programs, and Court Square improvements. The committee will also consider a property transfer to Davenport Advisors LLC.

• $10,000,000 bond authorization for various municipal purposes
• $6,000,000 bond authorization for Court Square improvements
• $992,816 State 911 Support & Incentive Grant
• Transfer of property at 169 Maple Street and South Side Central Street to Davenport Advisors LLC
• $5,000,000 bond authorization for DPW vehicles

Board of Assessors

The Board will review uncollectible personal property taxes for various entities and discuss litigation strategy regarding the Appellate Tax Board in executive session. The meeting also includes reviews of personal and charitable exemption applications.

• Review of uncollectible personal property taxes, including $1,590.10 for 4 Boys LLC
• Executive session to discuss ATB litigation strategy for Smith & Wesson and Springfield Riverfront Development Corp
• Review of personal exemption applications
• Review of charitable exemption applications for Rise & Walk Ministry

Residency Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023
• Executive session regarding complaints or charges against an individual

Retirement Board

The board will consider superannuation applications and disability benefits for specific employees. Members will also vote to reaffirm several warrants, including over $7.5 million in retirement payroll. The agenda includes reports on new members and monthly financial statements.

• Retirement payroll warrant of $7,548,535.24
• PRIT fund redemption of $6,825,000.00
• Superannuation applications for Paul Blake and Mel Kwatowski
• 50 requests for refunds and transfers to other systems
• 41 new members for the Springfield Retirement System

License Commission

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will review petitions for manager changes and premises alterations. The board will also hold a final hearing concerning noise ordinance and outdoor entertainment violations at Khan’s Food and Drink. Additionally, the commission will review liquor license statuses for two businesses and recent incident reports.

• Manager change petition for Le Souk Hookah Lounge LLC at 1 Worthington St
• Premises alteration petition for Texas Road House at 12 Mall St
• Final hearing for Khan’s Food and Drink regarding noise and licensing violations
• Liquor license status reviews for Rose (555 Worthington St) and Shaking Crab (1373 Main St)
• Administrative review of incident reports for Le Souk, Top Shelf, and Wing Madness

City Council

This meeting of the Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access includes a public portion for discussion. The session focuses on digital equity and internet access in the City of Springfield.

• Discussion of Digital Equity and Internet Access in the City of Springfield

City Council

The July 12, 2023, Springfield City Council agenda consists of standard procedural headings. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items are detailed in the provided text.

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The Responsible Employer Ordinance Monitoring Committee will meet to receive updates on all current and anticipated projects. The meeting also includes a public portion for comments.

• Report on all projects up to date
• Report on all anticipated projects up to date

Residency Commission

The Residency Commission will meet on July 6, 2023, to approve minutes from the May 11 meeting. The commission also plans to enter an executive session to discuss case assignments regarding complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Executive session for case assignment regarding complaints or charges against an individual

Board of Elections

The meeting includes discussions regarding the 2023 Annual Street Listing and the 2023 Municipal Election. The agenda contains no other specific details.

• 2023 Annual Street Listing
• 2023 Municipal Election

City Council

The City Council will review requests for zoning changes at Page Boulevard and Rutledge Avenue. The council will also consider a special permit for a drive-up service window. Additionally, an amendment regarding adult use regulations is on the agenda.

• Special permit for a drive-up service window at ES East Columbus Avenue, SS Wilcox Street, and NS William Street
• Rezoning 1781 Page Boulevard from Business B to Industrial A
• Rezoning NS Rutledge Avenue from Residence C to Business B
• Amendment to Article 4 regarding adult use regulations

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing concerning Eversource's request to relocate an electric pole on Norfolk Street. The proposal involves moving the pole 14 feet south of its current location.

• Hearing regarding relocation of electric pole 14 feet south on Norfolk St.

Board of Assessors

The Board will review meeting minutes and discuss policies for motor vehicle excise taxes uncollectible due to death. The agenda also includes reviewing various personal, charitable, and religious exemption applications.

• May Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total of $59,466.81
• Personal exemption application for Springfield Redevelopment Authority (Union Station)
• Charitable/Religious exemptions for Rise & Walk Ministry on Oak St
• Overvalue abatement review for 1000 West Columbus Ave
• Review of uncollectible motor vehicle excise taxes from 2018 and 2019

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider tree removal requests for 62 Newfield Road and 12 Sabin Street. The meeting also includes reviews of one-day liquor licenses and fee waiver applications.

• Tree removals at 62 Newfield Road and 12 Sabin Street
• One-day liquor licenses for Common Wealth Murals and Caribbean Carnival
• Fee waiver requests from Indian Orchard Citizen Council and Dominican Society
• Request for a memorial plaque on a park bench
• Harriet Tubman PARC Grant

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding a proposal from Eversource. The project involves installing one electric hexhole and trenching with conduit at the corner of Belmont Avenue and Wooside Terrace.

• Hearing for Eversource to install an electric hexhole and trench from manhole 152/3 at Belmont Avenue and Wooside Terrace

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is conducting a public hearing regarding an Eversource proposal. The project involves installing one electric hexhole and a trench with conduit at the corner of Firglade Avenue and Sumner Avenue.

• Public hearing for Eversource to install an electric hexhole and trench at Firglade Avenue and Sumner Avenue

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will hold informational hearings for upcoming events at Loophole Brewing Company and 181 Notre Dame Street. The agenda also includes a pre-hearing conference regarding license compliance and a final hearing for noise ordinance violations. Additionally, the board will review recent incident reports from O’Brien’s Corner and Paddy’s Irish Pub.

• Informational hearing: Loophole Brewing Company social networking events (July 7 – Sept 14)
• Informational hearing: Westfield Starfires Springfield Summer Classic event (July 30)
• Pre-hearing conference: Los Muchachos Bar and Restaurant regarding license compliance
• Final hearing: Khan’s Food and Drink regarding noise ordinance and unlicensed entertainment
• Administrative review of incident reports for O’Brien’s Corner and Paddy’s Irish Pub

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a petition regarding landscaping requirements for a specific property. The board is reviewing a request to exceed the 25% front yard landscaping requirement at 1597 Allen Street.

• Petition #7521: Request to exceed the 25% front yard landscaping requirement at 1597 Allen Street

School Committee- Regular

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Subcommittee is meeting to provide and discuss an update regarding DIRE and DEI. The meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2023.

• Update for DIRE and DEI

City Council

The Working Group on Labor & Workforce Development is meeting for an ongoing discussion regarding labor and workforce development. No other specific agenda items are listed in the document.

• ongoing discussion on labor and workforce development

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The Responsible Employer Ordinance Monitoring Committee met to provide updates on project statuses. The agenda includes reports on all current and anticipated projects.

• Report on all Projects up to date
• Report on all anticipated Projects up to date

Board of Public Works

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location, including a note that the meeting will be held at the corner of Pine Street and Cedar Street. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing for Eversource. The proposal involves installing one electric hexhole and a trench with conduit in the treebelt in front of 270 Maple Street.

• Hearing regarding Eversource installation at 270 Maple Street
• Proposal to install one electric hexhole and trench from manhole 988/7

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a Notice of Intent for the redevelopment of Eastfield Mall located on Boston Road. The agenda also includes a request regarding tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street.

• Notice of Intent for Eastfield Mall redevelopment (1685, 1719, and 1655 Boston Road)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is conducting a hearing regarding an Eversource proposal. The project involves installing two electric hexholes and trenching with conduit at the intersection of Vinton Street and Liberty Street.

• Hearing for Eversource utility installation at Vinton Street and Liberty Street
• Installation of 2 electric hexholes and trench with conduit

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider several financial transfers and zoning changes. This includes moving $3,000,000 to the Neighborhood Enhancement Fund and $270,000 for fire salaries and wages. The agenda also features requests for special permits regarding signage and drive-up windows.

• $3,000,000 transfer to the Neighborhood Enhancement Fund
• $270,000 transfer for fire salaries and wages
• Zoning change for 1781 Page Boulevard from Business B to Industrial A
• Zoning change for NS Rutledge Avenue from Residence C to Business B
• Special permit for a digital billboard on SS Clinton Street

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing orders for fund transfers and contingency reserves. This includes a $3,000,000 transfer from FY22 Certified Free Cash to the Neighborhood Enhancement Fund and a $270,000 reserve for fire salaries and wages. The public portion will include a discussion of Rule 20 Analysis.

• Transfer of $3,000,000 from FY22 Certified Free Cash to Neighborhood Enhancement Fund
• $270,000 reserve for contingencies to Fire Salaries & Wages
• Discussion of Rule 20 Analysis

Animal Control

The Springfield Animal Control board will conduct a hearing regarding a dangerous dog designation. The matter involves the property at 24 Thorton St.

• Dangerous Dog Hearing (ID # 7392) for 24 Thorton St

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee is set to vote on several items including the implementation of a cell phone program at three schools. The meeting also includes votes on various state-funded grants and a fund transfer for school security radios.

• Implementation of Yondr Cell Phone Program at Conservatory of the Arts, High School of Science and Technology, and Renaissance
• $300,000 transfer to Safety and Security for Phase 1 of a radio project
• $210,000 grant from Massachusetts Clean Water Trust for school water improvements
• Adoption of StudySync by McGraw Hill as the new Middle School curriculum
• $100,000 grant expenditure for Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership

Mobile Home Rent Control Board

The Mobile Home Rent Control Board is conducting evidentiary hearings regarding two mobile home parks. The agenda includes presentations from proponents and opponents, followed by board deliberation.

• Evidentiary hearing: Springfield Mobile Home Park
• Evidentiary hearing: Eastwood Estates

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board will hold public hearings for several new and altered liquor license petitions. The board will also review a request to rezone part of 710 Liberty Street.

• Zoning change for part of 710 Liberty Street from Residence B/Commercial P to Business A
• New beer and wine liquor license at 708 Main Street
• New beer and wine package store license at 1116 St James Avenue
• New all alcoholic liquor license at 111 Chestnut Street
• Alteration of an existing all alcoholic liquor license at 12 Mall Street

Public Health Council

The Springfield Public Health Council is meeting to review COVID-19 updates and inequities in fatal overdoses among residents. The council will also address Health Center business, including staffing, dental services, and financial reports.

• COVID-19 updates
• Opioid crisis and fatal overdose inequities
• Health Center staffing and provider updates
• Women's health prevention screening
• Health Center financial and program data reports

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to act on several FY24 budget orders submitted by Mayor Sarno. These items include the General Fund, Enterprise Fund, and Revolving Funds.

• FY24 Budget - General Fund
• FY24 Budget Order - Enterprise Fund
• FY24 Budget Order - Revolving Funds
• FY24 Budget - EF Retained Earnings

Commission on Disability

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific business items or topics were listed for this meeting.

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will review minutes from recent meetings and discuss an update to the BOPC Manual. The Board also intends to enter Executive Session regarding Special Order #23-028 to discuss potential discipline, dismissal, or complaints involving a public employee.

• Approval of May 16, May 17, and June 14 meeting minutes
• BOPC Manual update
• Executive Session regarding Special Order #23-028 (personnel discipline or complaints)

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote to recommend approving $210,000 in funding from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The meeting also includes discussions regarding student activity funds and updates to school policies.

• Vote to recommend approval of $210,000 from Massachusetts DESE
• Discussion of District Student Activity Funds
• Update on Two-Way Communication Device Policy
• Update on Critical Incident Drill Policy
• Review/feasibility study request from Vice Chair Monroe Naylor

School Committee- Regular

The Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will vote on recommendations for the full School Committee. These include an agreement with the Springfield Police Department regarding School Resource Officers and broadcasting meetings to social media. The subcommittee will also discuss student advisory committees.

• Vote on School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding with Springfield Police Department
• Vote on broadcasting committee meetings to social media platforms
• Discussion of Chapter 71, Section 38M
• Discussion of Student Advisory Committees

City Council

The Springfield City Council will meet to act on several financial orders submitted by Mayor Sarno. These include transferring FY22 certified free cash into the Stabilization Reserve Fund, Neighborhood Enhancement Fund, and Roadway Improvements. The council will also consider budget orders for the FY24 General Fund, Enterprise Fund, and Revolving Funds.

• Transfer $17,591,479.91 in FY22 free cash to the Stabilization Reserve Fund
• Transfer $3,000,000 in FY22 free cash to the Neighborhood Enhancement Fund
• Transfer $2,500,000 in FY22 free cash to Roadway Improvements
• FY24 budget orders for General, Enterprise, and Revolving Funds
• Transfer $5,000,000 in FY22 free cash to FY24 Estimated Revenues

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a session for public comments on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Hybrid Council Chamber.

• Public discussion regarding the FY'24 Budget

Board of Assessors

The Board will review meeting minutes and monthly abatement totals for May. The session includes a vote to enter executive session regarding litigation strategy and personal exemption applications.

• Real Estate Tax FY2023 warrant of $186,565.06
• Omitted Property/Real Estate FY2023 warrant of $61,217.22
• Exemption application for Samuel Bowles School at 24 Bowles Park
• Review of uncollectible excise taxes for 2021, 2022, and 2023

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission is conducting public hearings for eleven property petitions at various addresses. The meeting also includes informational updates on historic restoration programs and a discussion regarding new construction guidelines.

• Public hearings for 11 property petitions
• CPC Historic Home Restoration Program update
• CPA Historic Determinations/Project Reviews
• Discussion of New Construction Guidelines

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a presentation regarding the FY24 municipal budget. The meeting includes a session for public speak out.

• FY24 Municipal Budget Presentation & Public Speak Out

City Council

The City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Women's Commission and Civil Rights. The agenda includes an update and discussion regarding the final approval process for Diem Marijuana on East Columbus.

• Update from the Women's Commission and Civil Rights
• Progress and process for final approval of Diem Marijuana on East Columbus

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing orders to transfer FY22 certified free cash into several municipal funds. These transfers include allocations for the Stabilization Reserve Fund, Neighborhood Enhancement Fund, and roadway improvements. The committee will also discuss marijuana and casino revenues.

• Transfer $17,591,479.91 to Stabilization Reserve Fund
• Transfer $5,000,000.00 to FY24 Estimated Revenues
• Transfer $3,000,000 to Neighborhood Enhancement Fund
• Transfer $2,500,000 to Roadway Improvements
• Discussion of marijuana and casino revenues

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will review May 2023 minutes and discuss updates to the BOPC Manual. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a superintendent disciplinary update and two items for executive session involving personnel charges.

• BOPC Manual Update
• Superintendent Disciplinary Update
• POST Commission - Denial of Recertification (SO #18-239)
• Rules and Regulations / Untruthfulness (SO #23-059)

Retirement Board

The board will consider several disability applications for fire, police, and school employees. Members will also vote on twelve superannuation applications and approve various financial warrants. Additionally, the board will vote to declare Thomas M. Scanlon an elected member.

• Disability applications for Fire, Police, Water and Sewer, and School departments
• Twelve superannuation applications from city employees
• Warrant #33: $7,508,900.12 for retirement payroll
• Warrant #33: $6,700,000.00 redemption from the PRIT fund
• Election of Thomas M. Scanlon to the Retirement Board

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will meet on June 14, 2023, to review several new petitions for alcohol licenses. This includes requests for changes in managers and ownership transfers for various local businesses. The board will also conduct pre-hearing conferences regarding specific incident reports.

• License transfer for McCarthy Tavern at 807 Cottage Street
• New annual all alcohol license for Haya Sushi at 1203 Parker St
• Change of manager for Malecon Restaurant at 137 Chestnut St
• Pre-hearing conference regarding noise and entertainment violations at Khan’s Food and Drink
• Pre-hearing conference regarding failure to call police at Del Rey Taqueria & Bar

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Equity & Internet Access will hold a discussion about digital equity and internet access within the city. The meeting also includes a public portion for comments.

• Discussion of Digital Equity and Internet Access in the City of Springfield

Board of Assessors

The Board will review meeting minutes and a property reassessment for NS Newland St. Members will also enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for the Appellate Tax Board and review personal exemption applications.

• Reassessment of Parcel # 090100007 on NS Newland St
• ATB docket review for properties including 83-95 Warwick St, 707 State Street, and 1105 Boston Road
• Review of personal exemption applications
• Discussion of FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements
• Review of Springfield Redevelopment Authority applications for NS Richelieu Pl

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a Notice of Intent for the redevelopment of Eastfield Mall located at 1685, 1719, and 1655 Boston Road. The agenda also includes requests regarding tree work at 12 Sabin Street and a Certificate of Compliance for 56 Vann Street.

• Notice of Intent for Eastfield Mall redevelopment (1685, 1719, and 1655 Boston Road)
• Request for tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street
• Certificate of Compliance for 56 Vann Street

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will hold a meeting to continue discussions regarding neighborhood issues. The agenda includes a public portion for resident comments. No specific new projects or ordinances are listed in this agenda.

• Continued discussion on NQOL issues

City Council

The Springfield City Council will review several grant applications, including a $6,923,576.00 HUD Continuum of Care Grant. The agenda also includes orders for tax incentive agreements and the transfer of certified free cash to various city funds.

• HUD Continuum of Care Grant of $6,923,576.00
• CDBG Entitlement Grant of $3,752,266.00
• Tax Increment Exemption Agreement for 169 Maple Street
• Transfer of $3,000,000 to the Neighborhood Enhancement Fund
• Transfer of $2,500,000 to Roadway Improvements

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several petitions for federal entitlement grants. The agenda also includes orders to transfer FY22 certified free cash into various funds, including the Stabilization Reserve Fund and Roadway Improvements.

• HUD Continuum of Care Grant ($6,923,576.00)
• CDBG Entitlement Grant ($3,752,266.00)
• Mass Gaming Commission Grant Amendment for $1,089,359.27 to reimburse Police Department costs
• Transfer of $17,591,479.91 in FY22 Free Cash to the Stabilization Reserve Fund
• Easements and damages for St. James Avenue at Tapley Street ($170,000)

Board of Assessors

The Board will review several tax abatement applications, including the Springfield Redevelopment Authority for Union Station. The meeting also includes discussions on personal exemptions and uncollectible taxes. Additionally, a reassessment for a parcel on NS Newland St is scheduled for review.

• Review of 8 of 58 tax abatement applications
• Springfield Redevelopment Authority (Union Station) application
• Tax abatement reviews for NS Richelieu Pl and NS Hutchinson St
• Charitable/Religious Exemption for Revitalize CDC
• Reassessment of Parcel # 090100007 on NS Newland St

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a presentation regarding the FY24 Municipal Budget. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• FY24 Municipal Budget Presentation & Public Speak Out

Mobile Home Rent Control Board

The Mobile Home Rent Control Board will conduct a public hearing regarding petitions for rent increases. These petitions were submitted by Hayastan Industries, Inc. for Eastwood Estate Mobile Home Park and Springfield Mobile Home Park.

• Rent increase petition for Eastwood Estate Mobile Home Park
• Rent increase petition for Springfield Mobile Home Park at 70 Shumway Street
• Petitions submitted by Hayastan Industries, Inc.

Board of Library Commissioners

The Commission will hear an annual budget report presented by Matt Blumenfeld of the Springfield Library Foundation. The agenda also includes a review regarding Child Safety Policy Revision.

• Annual Budget report presented by Matt Blumenfeld, Executive Director, Springfield Library Foundation
• Approval of May 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Child Safety Policy Revision

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board is considering several new liquor license petitions and property rezoning requests. The board will also review a site plan amendment for an indoor storage facility.

• New liquor licenses at 708 Main Street, 1116 St James Avenue, 1295 Liberty Street, and 1203 Parker Street
• Zoning change for 1781 Page Boulevard from Business B to Industrial A
• Zoning change for NS Rutledge Avenue from Residence C to Business B
• Site plan amendment for an indoor storage facility at Martone Place and St James Avenue

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 municipal budget. The agenda also includes a session for public comments.

• FY24 Municipal Budget Presentation & Public Speak Out

City Council

The ARPA Oversight Committee will meet virtually to discuss updates regarding outdoor dining applications. The agenda also includes a public portion and the formal call to order.

• Outdoor Dining Application update

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding an Eversource proposal. The project involves installing one electric hexhole and a trench with conduit from an existing manhole to a new location on Sumner Avenue.

• Hearing for Eversource electrical installation at Sumner Ave. and Daytona St.
• Proposed installation of one electric hexhole and trench with conduit

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss the FY 2024 budget and review recommendations for 2023 applications. The agenda also includes a contract extension request for the East Springfield Library Reading Outdoor Program.

• Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• FY 2024 budget discussion
• Contract extension request: East Springfield Library Reading Outdoor Program
• Adoption of general conditions for recommended projects
• Review of 2023 applications recommendations

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission will meet on June 6, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion regarding guidelines for new construction and a public speak-out session.

• Discussion: Guidelines for New Construction (ID # 7435)
• Public Speak-Out Session (ID # 7436)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is conducting hearings for two Eversource utility projects. These proposals involve installing electric hexholes and trenching with conduit in Springfield.

• Hearing: Install 1 electric hexhole and trench at Pine Street and Pine Cort
• Hearing: Install 1 electric hexhole and trench at Maple Street and Smith Street

Board of Public Works

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location. No projects, contracts, or decisions are listed in this document.

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider an ordinance to extend a moratorium on pawnbrokers and secondhand articles until June 30, 2025. The agenda also includes several grant awards and budget transfers proposed by Mayor Sarno.

• Rezoning of NS Rutledge Avenue from Residence C to Business B
• Extension of the pawnbroker and secondhand articles moratorium until June 30, 2025
• Mass in Motion Grant award of $279,610.00
• Transfer of $120,000.00 to DPW vehicle supplies/accessories
• Tobacco Control Grant award of $243,364.00

City Council

The Springfield Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several orders including grant awards and fund transfers. Items include the Mass in Motion Grant and various grants from the Foundation for TJO Animals. The committee will also consider budget transfers between city departments and accounts.

• $279,610.00 Mass in Motion Grant Award
• $243,364.00 FY24/FY25 Tobacco Control Grant
• $120,000.00 transfer from DPW overtime to vehicle supplies
• Transfers from Reserve for Contingencies to City Clerk and Elections offices
• Library and Parks Department donations

City Council

The Springfield City Council is meeting virtually to review two audit presentations. These include the Office of Internal Audit's Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Audit Plan and the FY 2022 Financial Statement Audit results.

• Presentation of the FY 2024 Annual Audit Plan
• Presentation of the FY 2022 Financial Statement Audit results by Powers and Sullivan

Residency Commission

The Residency Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. The Commission also plans to enter an executive session to discuss case assignments regarding complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of May 11, 2023 minutes
• Executive session for case assignment regarding complaints or charges against an individual

School Committee- Regular

The School Safety Subcommittee will meet to vote on recommendations for the full School Committee. These votes concern the approval of a Two-Way Communication Device Policy and a Critical Incident Drill Policy.

• Vote to recommend approval of the Two-Way Communication Device Policy
• Vote to recommend approval of the Critical Incident Drill Policy

Historical Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding solar plan amendments at 113 Harvard Street. The agenda also includes information on residential demolitions and updates on stop work orders.

• Public hearing for solar plan amendment at 113 Harvard Street
• Information on demolitions at 524 Union Street and 26-28 Terrence Street
• Historic home restoration discussions for Sumner Avenue, Elliot Street, and Pineywoods Avenue
• Exemption removal request for 49 Chestnut Street (D' Amour Museum of Fine Arts)
• Stop work order updates for 44 Buckingham Street and 83-85 Firglade Avenue

Board of Public Works

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding the meeting time and location. No substantive items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

City Council

The Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole will hold discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting includes budget reviews for several municipal departments, including public safety and community services.

• FY24 budget discussion for Fire and Police departments
• FY24 budget discussion for Health & Human Services and Elder Affairs
• FY24 budget discussion for Library and Planning departments

School Committee - Building & Maintenance

The School Building Commission will consider updates for two elementary school construction projects. The meeting includes a vote on an amendment for the DeBerry / Homer project and a budget correction for Glickman Elementary.

• Fontaine Bros. Amendment #7 CO#4 for DeBerry / Homer Elementary School Project
• $3,536,642 corrected budget for Glickman Elementary window and door replacement
• Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The provided agenda contains only procedural information for the May 30, 2023, meeting. No substantive items, such as contracts or ordinances, are listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The session includes reviews for several departments, including Schools, DPW, and Parks.

• Discussion of FY24 budget for various city departments

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding an Eversource project. The proposal involves installing 45 feet of PVC conduits from a manhole at the corner of Lyman Street and Kaynor Street to re-feed equipment located at 436 Dwight St.

• Hearing for Eversource to install 45 feet of PVC conduits near Lyman and Kaynor Streets

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on field trip requests for German Gerena Community School and Springfield Renaissance School. The meeting also includes a ceremony to recognize retirees.

• Field trip request: German Gerena Community School to Red Gate Farm
• Field trip request: Springfield Renaissance School to Camp Weber
• Retirees recognition ceremony

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource Gas infrastructure. The proposal involves installing underground gas facilities on Haskin Street, Peer Street, Gladstone Street, and Hood Street to retire low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure.

• Hearing for Eversource Gas to install underground gas facilities on Haskin, Peer, Gladstone, and Hood Streets

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will review petitions for manager changes and license transfers at several local businesses. The meeting includes pre-hearing conferences regarding reported violations at Pot Belly’s Pub and Los Muchachos Bar and Restaurant. The board will also conduct an administrative review of recent incident reports.

• Manager change petition for Center Stage at 265 Dwight St
• License transfer petition for Pit Stop Food N Fuel at 736-740 Boston Rd
• Pre-hearing conference regarding violations at Pot Belly’s Pub
• Pre-hearing conference regarding license compliance at Los Muchachos Bar and Restaurant
• Discussion of B.Y.O.B. issuance

School Committee- Regular

The Student and Parent Concerns Subcommittee will vote to recommend the Yondr Cell Phone Program to the full School Committee. The recommendation covers implementation at Conservatory of the Arts School, High School of Science and Technology, and Renaissance.

• Vote to recommend Yondr Cell Phone Program implementation at Conservatory of the Arts School, High School of Science and Technology, and Renaissance

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance and School Safety subcommittees will meet to vote on several grant expenditures and tuition rates. They will also consider transferring $300,000 to safety and security for a radio project. Additionally, the committees will receive information regarding student activity funds and communication policies.

• Transfer of $300,000 from Business and Financial Services to Safety and Security for Phase 1 of the radio project
• $210,000 School Water Improvement Grant (SWIG) expenditure
• $100,000 Student Opportunity Act grant for Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
• $40,000 Middle School Career Connected Learning Partnership Grant expenditure
• Approval of FY2024 Tuition Rates for Public Day and Alternative School Programs

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review previous meeting minutes and communications. A hearing is scheduled regarding moving street light pole #836/1 on Jefferson Avenue closer to Main Street.

• Hearing to move street light pole #836/1 on Jefferson Avenue approximately 30 feet southwesterly

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a Notice of Intent for the redevelopment of Eastfield Mall at 1685, 1719, and 1655 Boston Road. The agenda also includes a request regarding tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street.

• Redevelopment of Eastfield Mall (1685, 1719, and 1655 Boston Road)
• Tree removal and pruning at 12 Sabin Street

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Municipal Budget. The meeting includes a public portion for residents.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 Municipal Budget

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding an Eversource proposal. The project involves installing a 36-inch silo in the sidewalk to connect conduits to an existing manhole.

• Hearing for Eversource to install a 36-inch silo at Heywood Street and Warwick Street
• Connection of 55 feet of conduits to an existing manhole

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider petitions for utility work by Comcast and Eversource. The agenda also includes special permit requests for motor vehicle sales, signage, and an indoor place of amusement. Additionally, the council will review proposed zoning changes for Boston Road properties and amendments to adult use regulations.

• Special permit for motor vehicle sales at 797 Berkshire Avenue
• Special permit for a wall sign at 1021 Boston Road
• Special permit for an indoor place of amusement at 1331 Main Street
• Removal of Boston Road properties from the Regional Shopping Center Overlay District
• Amendment to Article 4 regarding adult use regulations

Office of Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) grants. The meeting also includes a presentation from Thomas J O’Conner Animal Control & Adoption Center and an update from the National Weather Service.

• Presentation by Thomas J O’Conner Animal Control & Adoption Center
• Discussion of Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Grants
• National Weather Service (NWS) Update
• Review of upcoming events, trainings, and exercises

Board of Assessors

The Board will review monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. The meeting also includes discussions on unpaid motor vehicle excise bills and the review of various tax exemption applications.

• April real estate abatement total of $152,972.82
• Review of personal exemption applications including SS Temple and Olivera Landscape
• Litigation strategy discussion for ATB Docket matters involving Smith & Wesson
• Statutory exemption application for 240 Cadwell Drive
• Charitable/religious exemptions for Rise & Walk Ministry

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is conducting a hearing regarding a Comcast proposal at 40-42 Brown Street. The request involves installing 340 feet of conduit and cable lines from Princeton Street to a new vault on Brown Street.

• Comcast installation of 340’ of 3” PVC conduit with fiber optic & coax cable
• New vault installation in the sidewalk on Brown St.

Park Commission

The Springfield Park Commission is reviewing several permit and usage requests. These include one-day liquor licenses, fee waivers for community groups, and a memorial bench at Franconia.

• One-day liquor license requests for Caribbean Carnival, Springfield BID, and others
• Fee waiver requests from Indian Orchard Community Council and The Dominican Society
• Request for a memorial bench at Franconia
• Petting zoo at McKnight Block Party

School Committee- Regular

The Curriculum & Programs Subcommittee will meet to consider a recommendation for the full School Committee. The subcommittee will vote on whether to approve StudySync by McGraw Hill as the new Middle School curriculum.

• Vote to recommend approval of StudySync by McGraw Hill middle school curriculum

School Committee- Regular

The Buildings & Maintenance Subcommittee will receive an informational update regarding school boundary changes. These changes are scheduled to take effect for the 2023-2024 school year.

• Informational item on school boundary changes effective for the 2023-2024 school year

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on various construction and modification requests. These include window replacements, solar plan amendments, and new structures at specific addresses. The commission will also discuss historic home restoration programs and construction guidelines.

• Construction of rear landing and stairs at 57 Pineywoods Avenue
• Amendment to solar plans for 113 Harvard Street
• Construction of a storage shed at 29 Ingersoll Grove
• Replacement of all sash windows at 32 Spruceland Avenue
• Discussion on the Historic Home Restoration Program

City Council

The agenda consists only of procedural items and a continuation of previous discussions. No new business or specific topics were listed in the provided text.

City Council

The Committee on Elder Affairs will meet to discuss methods for retaining the Walkers Club at the Eastfield Mall food court. The meeting also includes a public portion for resident comments.

• Discussion on how to retain Walkers Club at Eastfield Mall

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource's gas infrastructure proposal. The plan involves installing underground medium-pressure gas facilities and retiring low-pressure cast iron pipes.

• Hearing on installing underground gas facilities at Canterbury Road and Gifford Street
• Retirement of low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss personnel matters and potential disciplinary hearings. This includes matters related to Special Order #23-028, Special Order #23-009, and the status of an officer charged with a felony. The Board does not intend to reconvene in open session following these discussions.

• Potential hearing regarding discipline or dismissal under Special Order #23-028
• Hearing for complaints or charges under Special Order #23-009
• Discussion of discipline and pay status for an officer charged with a felony (POST Case #SU-2023-05-03-002)

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board is holding public hearings for several property applications. These include requests for new liquor licenses and a site plan amendment for storage facilities. The board will also consider changing the zoning of 1781 Page Boulevard.

• New beer and wine liquor license at 708 Main Street
• New package store liquor license at 1116 St James Avenue
• Site plan amendment for indoor storage at Martone Place and St James Avenue
• Zoning change from Business B to Industrial A at 1781 Page Boulevard

Public Health Council

The council will receive updates regarding the opioid crisis and COVID-19 business. The meeting includes discussions on health center staffing, dental services, and sliding fee schedules. Financial and program data reports will also be reviewed.

• COVID-19 and opioid crisis updates
• Health Center staffing and provider updates
• SFDS Sliding Fee Schedule policy review
• Health Center finance and program data reports

Responsible Employer Ordinance Committee (REO)

The meeting consists of procedural reports regarding all up-to-date and anticipated projects. The agenda also includes a public portion for comments.

• Report on all projects up to date
• Report on all anticipated projects

Commission on Disability

The agenda contains only standard procedural headings. No specific topics, projects, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource's proposal for Dwight Street and surrounding areas. The plan involves installing medium-pressure underground gas facilities and retiring low-pressure cast iron infrastructure.

• Hearing on Eversource underground gas facility installation at Dwight St, Bridge St, Barnes St, Bruce Landon Way, Market St, and Harrison Ave

Board of Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will review manual updates and select training dates. The Board also intends to enter executive session to discuss the discipline or dismissal of an officer charged with a felony.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 minutes
• BOPC Manual Update and selection of training dates
• Executive session regarding officer discipline (POST Case #SU-2023-05-03-002)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss the FY2024 budget and 2023 applications. The committee will also review the May 2, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approval of May 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• FY2024 budget discussion
• Discussion of 2023 applications

City Council

The Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole will hold an initial discussion regarding the fiscal year 2024 budget process. The provided agenda contains only this single item for discussion.

• Initial Discussion on FY24 Budget Process

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding the permanent closure of Fort Street. The proposal seeks to extend a liquor license to include outdoor dining at #8 Fort Street.

• Hearing on permanent closure of Fort Street for liquor license extension and outdoor dining

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will consider a petition to transfer the liquor license for Winn Liquors from TNM Enterprises, Inc. to Niv Corporation. The request also includes a pledge of license and inventory to Rockland Trust Company.

• Transfer of liquor license at 1038 Wilbraham Rd from TNM Enterprises, Inc. to Niv Corporation
• Request for pledge of license and inventory to Rockland Trust Company

City Council

The Springfield City Council will consider a zoning change for 1781 Page Boulevard from Business B to Industrial A. The agenda also includes the ratification of a fire fighters' collective bargaining agreement and various fund transfers.

• Zoning change at 1781 Page Boulevard to Industrial A
• $149,199 FY23 SSYI Grant Increase
• Ratification of IAFF Local 648 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Transfer of $700,912.03 for professional services
• Extension of pawnbroker and secondhand articles moratorium to June 30, 2025

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing several orders regarding budget transfers and grant increases. This includes an increase for the FY23 SSYI Grant and a memorandum of understanding with FOCUS Springfield Corporation. The committee will also consider various transfers from the Reserve for Contingencies.

• $149,199 increase for the FY23 SSYI Grant
• MOU Agreement with FOCUS Springfield Corporation
• $700,912.03 transfer to Finance Professional Services
• $33,724.85 transfer from Reserve for Contingencies to TJO Salaries & Wages
• $7,500 transfer from Reserve for Contingencies to Building Code

Board of Assessors

The Board will review motor vehicle excise abatement totals for February and March. The meeting includes discussions on personal exemption applications and litigation strategy regarding the Appellate Tax Board. Additionally, the board will review various property abatements under MGL Chapter 59.

• Motor Vehicle Excise Abatements: February ($32,416.46) and March ($45,494.58)
• Personal exemption applications including Community Legal Aid Inc and Speedway - YR 2023
• Litigation strategy review for ATB Docket matters including Smith & Wesson
• Statutory exemption applications for 173 Alden Street and 240 Cadwell Drive
• Review of property abatements under MGL c. 59, section 72A

Residency Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 6, 2023 meeting. The body also plans to enter an executive session to discuss case assignments regarding complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of April 6, 2023 minutes
• Executive session for case assignment discussions

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding an Eversource project on Walnut Street. The proposal involves installing 558 feet of 12-5” PVC conduits along the north side of the street.

• Hearing for Eversource to install 558 feet of 12-5” PVC conduits on Walnut Street

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet to discuss litigation strategy regarding a grievance arbitration case. The agenda also includes updates on Walsh School best practices and staff diversity.

• Litigation strategy for Springfield Education Association #325 v. Springfield Public Schools
• Walsh School Best Practices Update
• Staffing Diversity Update
• Approval of the 2023-2024 meeting schedule

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet to approve the 2023-2024 meeting schedule and review updates on Walsh School best practices and staffing diversity. The committee also plans to enter an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a grievance arbitration case with the Springfield Education Association.

• Approval of the 2023-2024 meeting schedule
• Walsh School Best Practices Update
• Staffing Diversity Update

City Council

The Working Group on Creative Economy and Tourism will hold an introductory meeting via Zoom. Members will hear the agenda regarding future activities for the upcoming year.

• Introductory meeting of the Working Group on Creative Economy and Tourism
• Review of the agenda for upcoming annual activities

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a virtual meeting on May 11, 2023. The agenda includes a public portion for discussion regarding 911 response times with the ambulance service.

• Discussion of 911 response time with ambulance service

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding Comcast utility work. The proposal involves installing 4-inch PVC conduit from a sidewalk vault at 209 Page Blvd to a pole on Shaws Lane.

• Hearing for Comcast conduit installation near 209 Page Blvd and Shaws Lane

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding a Comcast proposal for Hendee Street. The proposal involves installing 1-4 inch PVC conduit from a Verizon pole on Page Blvd to a pole on Hendee Street.

• Hearing regarding Comcast installation of PVC conduit on Hendee Street

License Commission

The Board will consider several liquor license petitions, including a new license for MexiRico Restaurant and a transfer for Winn Liquors. The meeting includes pre-hearing conferences regarding alcohol sales to a minor and various violations at local establishments. Additionally, the board will review recent incident reports and vote on seasonal population estimates.

• New liquor license petition for MexiRico Restaurant at 1021 Main St
• License transfer and pledge for Winn Liquors at 1038 Wilbraham Rd
• Pre-hearing conference regarding alcohol sales to a minor at Summit Package Store
• Pre-hearing conference regarding multiple violations at Pot Belly’s Pub
• Vote on the 2023 Seasonal Population Increase Estimate

City Council

The Springfield City Council will meet to address Ordinance 2023-1. This item concerns the Isolation Hospital Local Historic District. The agenda also includes a public portion.

• Ordinance 2023-1 regarding Isolation Hospital Local Historic District

Board of Police Commission

The Board will review the re-appointment of Commissioner Madeline Fernandez through April 2026. The Board also received notice that the POST Commission suspended an SPD officer's certification following felony charges. Additionally, the Board may discuss a potential disciplinary hearing for a police employee in executive session.

• Re-appointment of Commissioner Madeline Fernandez through April 2026
• Suspension of an SPD officer's certification (Case #SU-2023-05-03-002)
• Potential disciplinary hearing for a police employee (SO #23-059)

Conservation Commission

The Springfield Conservation Commission will consider several Notices of Intent regarding property conditions. These include the Greenleaf Park Redevelopment Project and various locations including Parker Street, Sumner Avenue, and NS Boston Road.

• Greenleaf Park Redevelopment Project at 1187 Parker Street
• Notice of Intent for 1478 Parker Street
• Notice of Intent for 299 Sumner Avenue
• Notice of Intent for NS Boston Road (Lot A Leitch Street)
• Notice of Intent for NS Boston Road (Lot B Leitch Street)

City Council

The Springfield City Council will hold a virtual meeting on May 9, 2023. The agenda includes a public portion and the honoring of Adele Addison.

• Honoring of Adele Addison

City Council

The Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life will meet to continue discussions regarding neighborhood quality of life issues. The provided agenda does not list specific items for decision or action.

• Continued discussion of Neighborhood Quality of Life Issues

Board of Public Works

The provided agenda contains only procedural information for the May 8, 2023, meeting. No specific items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the document.

City Council

The Working Group on Digital Emquity & Internet Access will review priorities from Frank and Timothy. The group also plans to select smaller working groups and discuss next steps.

• Review of priorities from Frank and Timothy
• Selection of smaller working groups

Board of Assessors

The Board will review motor vehicle excise abatement totals for February and March. They will also consider various tax exemption applications, including religious and charitable exemptions. Additionally, the Board plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board matters.

• Motor Vehicle Excise Abatements: February ($32,416.46) and March ($45,494.58)
• Tax exemption applications for Rise & Walk Ministry
• 1B-3 application for 173 Alden Street
• Executive session regarding ATB litigation strategy for Smith & Wesson and others
• Review of 2022 and 2023 warrants

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee is holding a special meeting to consider school system finances. The primary item on the agenda is a vote to approve the Superintendent's recommended budget for fiscal year 2024.

• Approval of the Superintendent's FY24 Recommended Budget

Historical Commission

The Springfield Historical Commission will conduct public hearings regarding solar panel installations and property modifications. The agenda also includes informational updates on the Columbus Avenue reconstruction project and new construction guidelines.

• Public hearings for solar panel installations at 137 Forest Park Avenue, 278 Pine Street, and 190 Longhill Street
• Petition for stained-glass window restoration at 35-37 Chestnut Street
• Petition for porch and garage demolition at 57 Pineywoods Ave
• Section 106 Review for the Columbus Avenue reconstruction project
• Discussion on National Register eligibility for Hotel Stonehaven at 70 Chestnut Street

Retirement Board

The board will vote on several retirement applications and disability claims for police officers. It will also review financial warrants totaling millions of dollars in payroll and expenses. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on new members and monthly financial reports.

• Retirement applications for nine employees in police, public works, school, IT, and fire departments
• Disability applications for two Police Department members
• Financial warrants including $7,428,029.37 for retirement payroll and $1,208,264.17 in expenses
• 27 requests for refunds and transfers to other systems
• Review of 66 new members joining the Springfield Retirement System

Board of Library Commissioners

The Board will hear a presentation from Matt Blumenfeld, Executive Director of the Springfield Library Foundation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from March 1 and April 5, 2023, as well as various committee, chairman, and director reports.

• Presentation by Matt Blumenfeld, Executive Director, Springfield Library Foundation
• Approval of minutes from the March 1, 2023, and April 5, 2023, meetings
• Commission Committee Reports
• Chairman’s Report
• Director’s Report

Planning

The Springfield Planning Board is conducting public hearings for a new liquor license at 708 Main Street and a zoning change to Article 4. The board will also review the Birnie-Taylor-Lay Blocks preliminary report.

• New beer and wine liquor license petition for 708 Main Street
• Zoning change amendment to Article 4, Section 4.7.114(B)(5) (Adult Use)
• Birnie-Taylor-Lay Blocks preliminary report review

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review presentations from several 2023 applicants regarding various restoration and development projects. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the FY 2024 budget and the application review timetable.

• Presentations for D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts Exterior Restoration
• Presentations for Kavanagh Project, 443 State Street
• Presentations for Trinity Church, 361 Sumner Avenue
• Presentations for Gunn Block, 473-477 State Street
• Discussion of FY 2024 Budget

Traffic Commission

The May 1, 2023, Springfield Traffic Commission meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or decision.

• No substantive items listed

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding a proposal by Crown Castle to install communication conduit on Main Street. The project involves laying approximately 435 feet of 1-4 inch conduit from the intersection of Main and Court Streets to a proposed manhole.

• Hearing for installation of approximately 435 feet of 1-4 inch communication conduit on Main Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding a proposal by Crown Castle. The project involves installing approximately 137 feet of communication conduit on State Street between manhole #5208 and manhole #5209.

• Hearing for Crown Castle to install approximately 137 feet of communication conduit on State Street

City Council

The council will review a $2,901,410.06 settlement for the IAFF Local 648 union contract. The agenda also includes an agreement with MassDOT for solar-powered speed signs at Duggan Academy and several Eversource utility petitions.

• $2,901,410.06 settlement for IAFF Local 648 union contract
• MassDOT agreement for solar-powered speed feedback signs at Duggan Academy
• $117,120.00 MassHeal grant increase
• Ordinance amending fire prevention inspection and reporting requirements
• Eversource petitions for Wilcox Street, White Street, Wendell Place, and Wilbraham Road

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee will review orders regarding the ratification of the IAFF Local 648 collective bargaining agreement and its associated settlement. The agenda also includes a MassHeal grant increase and several department budget transfers.

• Ratification of IAFF Local 648 collective bargaining agreement
• $2,901,410.06 Fire Department contract settlement
• $117,120.00 MassHeal grant increase
• $201,000.00 transfer for DPW EF salaries and wages
• March revenue vs. expenditure report review

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review meeting minutes and motor vehicle excise abatement totals for February and March. The agenda includes discussions on personal, charitable, and religious exemption applications. The board also intends to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Appellate Tax Board.

• February Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $32,416.46
• March Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $45,494.58
• Charitable/religious exemption applications for Rise & Walk Ministry
• Statutory exemption application for 173 Alden Street
• Review of FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements

Park Commission

The commission will consider one-day liquor license requests for the Robbins ECOS Event and Worthy Brew Fest. The agenda also includes several fee waiver requests and the Harriet Tubman PARC FY24 grant application.

• One-day liquor license requests for Robbins ECOS Event and Worthy Brew Fest
• Fee waiver requests from Springfield Climate Coalition, Juneteenth, Indian Orchard Citizens Council (3), Elks Fishing Derby, and Dominican Society
• Harriet Tubman PARC FY24 grant application

School Committee- Regular

The committee will vote on several grant expenditures and a large appropriation from carryover and surplus funds. They will also review a Memorandum of Agreement with the Springfield Administrators Association. Discussion items include updates regarding Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy and Homer Street School.

• Approve $10,246,838.56 appropriation from carryover and surplus funds
• Approve MOA with Springfield Administrators Association, MTA/NEA
• Approve $185,000 expenditure from Henry P. Kendall Foundation
• Approve $40,000 grant for Middle School Career Connected Learning Partnership
• Approve $100,000 grant for Early Literacy Universal Screening Assessment (K-3)

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote on a $10,246,838.56 appropriation from surplus funds and several grant expenditures. The committee also intends to approve a memorandum of agreement with the Springfield Administrators Association.

• $10,246,838.56 appropriation from carryover and surplus funds
• Approval of MOA with Springfield Administrators Association, MTA/NEA
• $185,000 expenditure from the Henry P. Kendall Foundation
• $40,000 Middle School Career Connected Learning Partnership Grant
• $100,000 Early Literacy Universal Screening Assessment (K-3) Grant

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding an Eversource project on Liberty Street. The proposal involves installing 6-5” conduits from manhole # 933/IIU to the Baystate Medical building.

• Hearing for Eversource conduit installation across Liberty Street
• Installation of 6-5” conduits from manhole # 933/IIU to Baystate Medical building

License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will consider petitions for changes in management, hours, and license transfers for several local businesses. The agenda also includes reviews of seasonal licenses and recent incident reports.

• Change of manager and closing time at Jackalope (254 Worthington St) from 12:00 am to 2:00 am
• License transfers for Chestnut Package Store, Noir, and Winn Liquors
• New all-alcohol licenses for The Cedars Banquet Hall and Napoli’s Pizza & Restaurant
• 2023 seasonal license approvals for Springfield Lodge of Elks and Clubhouse Café LLC
• Review of incident reports for Benton Park package Store, Pot Belly’s, and Top Shelf

School Committee- Regular

The Springfield School Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY24 Operating Budget. The meeting is scheduled for April 26, 2023.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY24 Operating Budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Springfield Zoning Board of Appeals meeting includes a hearing regarding a zoning variance for 64 Thompson Street. The board will consider petition ID #7362.

• Zoning variance request for 64 Thompson Street (Petition #7362)

School Committee- Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote to recommend several grant expenditures to the full School Committee. This includes a proposal to use $10,246,838.56 from carryover and surplus funds for various investments.

• $185,000.00 expenditure from Henry P. Kendall Foundation
• $40,000.00 Middle School Career Connected Learning Partnership Grant
• $100,000.00 Adult Education Services-Capacity Building Grant
• $100,000.00 Early Literacy Universal Screening Assessment (K-3) Grant
• $10,246,838.56 appropriation from carryover and surplus funds

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for multiple Notices of Intent regarding properties on Parker Street, Sumner Avenue, and NS Boston Road. The board will also discuss the Liberty Street property acquisition and 2023 C4R bacteria sampling.

• Greenleaf Park Redevelopment Project at 1187 Parker Street
• Notice of Intent for 1478 Parker Street
• Notice of Intent for 299 Sumner Avenue
• Notices of Intent for NS Boston Road (Lot A and B Leitch Street)
• Liberty Street property acquisition discussion

School Committee- Regular

The School Safety and Legislative & Contracts subcommittees are meeting to discuss school security measures. The agenda includes updates on exterior door alarms, active shooter training, and changes to the School Camera MOU FAQ.

• Update on school security, exterior door alarms, and active shooter training
• Status of School Camera MOU FAQ changes by SPD
• Chapter 71, Section 38M regarding Student Advisory Committees
• Chapter 71, Section 37R regarding two-way communication devices with police and fire departments

City Council

The City Council will hold a hybrid meeting. The agenda includes a public portion featuring an update from MGM Springfield regarding its project status and milestones.

• Update from MGM Springfield on Project Status and Milestones

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing a petition from Springfield College and others. The proposal seeks to abandon approximately 1,188 feet of Wilbraham Avenue between King Street and Alden Street.

• Petition to discontinue part of Wilbraham Avenue from King Street to Alden Street

City Council

The City Council will consider several special permit requests and a petition. These include a large-scale retail project at the Boston Road shopping center and changes to vehicle sales and car wash hours.

• New retail development of over 150,000 square feet at 1685 Boston Road and adjacent properties
• Special permit for motor vehicle sales at 1000 Worcester Street
• Amendment to car wash hours of operation at 1310 St James Avenue
• Petition regarding Rifle Street one-way designation

City Council

The Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole will meet for a legislative briefing with the State Legislative Delegation. The provided agenda contains no other items for discussion or action.

• Legislative Briefing with State Legislative Delegation

Board of Assessors

The Board will review monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss litigation strategy for the Appellate Tax Board and various exemption applications.

• March real estate abatement total of $34,065.97
• March motor vehicle excise abatement total of $45,494.58
• Discussion regarding PID # 117500285 on S S Union St
• Review of statutory exemption application for 173 Alden Street
• ATB Docket Review for properties including 1440 Boston Road

Historical Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding porch railing installation at 325 Longhill Street and stained-glass restoration at 35-37 Chestnut Street. The agenda also includes discussions on solar plan amendments and updates to construction guidelines.

• Porch railing installation at 325 Longhill Street
• Stained-glass window restoration at 35-37 Chestnut Street
• Solar plan amendments for 137 Forest Park Avenue and 278 Pine Street
• New storefront installation at 1386-1402 Main Street
• Section 106 Review for Columbus Avenue reconstruction project

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review meeting minutes and monthly abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. The Board also intends to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy and personal exemption applications.

• March Real Estate Abatement total of $34,065.97
• March Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement total of $45,494.58
• March Personal Property Abatement total of $22,116.64
• Review of personal exemption applications including Olive Garden and Union Station

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing for an Eversource project. The proposal includes installing 1,900 feet of PVC conduits along the southside of Wilbraham Road between Park Lane and Denwall Drive.

• Hearing for installation of 1,900 feet of 12-5” PVC conduits on Wilbraham Road