Springfield public meetings in 2024

Office of Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council - Regular

The Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council will hear a presentation on the Performance Food Group (PFG) Expansion Project. The council will receive an update from the National Weather Service. Members will discuss upcoming events, trainings, exercises, and set the date for the next meeting on February 21, 2025.

• Performance Food Group Expansion Project presentation
• National Weather Service update
• Discussion of upcoming events, trainings, and exercises
• Scheduling of next meeting for February 21, 2025

Animal Control - Regular

The Springfield Animal Control Board will hear four public hearings regarding nuisance and dangerous dogs. The board previously voted to deem two dogs dangerous and imposed specific conditions.

• Hearings for dogs named Mia, Abby, Cuban, and Coco
• Dangerous dog designation for dogs Waffle and Rex (previously decided)
• Conditions for dangerous dogs include $100,000 insurance and $200/day fines
• Public hearings for dogs at 64 California Ave, 192 Harkness Ave, 67 Bowles Park, and 45 Redfern Dr

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several petitions, including roof replacement with solar panels at 25 Marengo Park and window replacements at 96 Firglade Avenue, 17 Garfield Street, and 90 Garfield Street. The commission will also review proposals for ADA ramps at 385 Maple Street and 5 Madison Avenue. Two petitions request demolition of single‑family dwellings at 191 and 193 Tyler Street, which will be considered at this meeting.

• 25 Marengo Park: replace slate roof with asphalt and install solar panels
• 96 Firglade Avenue: replacement windows (site visit to assess salvageability)
• 385 Maple Street: construction of an ADA ramp on front of building
• 191 Tyler Street: demolition of a single‑family dwelling
• 193 Tyler Street: demolition of a single‑family dwelling

The Springfield Historical Commission approved five petitions, including window replacements, ADA ramps, and demo delay waivers, and continued two hearings to a later date. All votes were unanimous. The commission also discussed a roof and solar panel petition, which was continued for further review.

• Continued hearing for 25 Marengo Park roof and solar panels to Jan 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved window remediation at 96 Firglade Ave with exterior mullions and black paint (unanimous)
• Approved circular window replacement at 17 Garfield St (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 90 Garfield St window replacement to Jan 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved ADA ramp at 385 Maple St (unanimous)
• Approved ADA ramp and renovations at 5 Madison Ave (unanimous)
• Approved demo delay waiver for 191 Tyler St (unanimous)
• Approved demo delay waiver for 193 Tyler St (unanimous)

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote on several funding requests and student field trips. The body will also recognize Senator Adam Gomez and local youth football teams.

• Appropriation of $15,556,000.00 from carryover to fund investments
• Expenditure of $200,000.00 from the EOS Foundation for The After the Bell Grant
• Field trip requests for Central High School to Wellesley, MA; Dayton, OH; and Bridgeton, NJ
• Field trip request for Springfield Conservatory of the Arts to West Hartford, CT
• Superintendent update on air conditioning

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works met on December 18, 2024 at the Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center, 70 Tapley Street, Springfield, MA. The meeting was called to order at 3:30 PM. No specific agenda items, resolutions, or public hearings were listed in the agenda.

Public Health Council - Regular

The Public Health Council will meet to receive presentations from Deputy Commissioner Ann Kissel. The discussion will cover the opioid crisis and updates to tobacco regulation processes.

• Opioids Crisis Overview
• RFP process for ORRF funding
• Tobacco Regulation Process updates

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular

The Springfield Zoning Board of Appeals will consider Petition ID #8393. The petition seeks approval to erect directional signs at Liberty Street and Heywood Street. It also requests to subdivide two parcels on SS Melrose Street into three lots for the construction of three duplexes.

• Directional signs at Liberty St and Heywood St
• Subdivision of two lots on SS Melrose St into three lots for three duplexes

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Planning Board will approve the October 17, 2024 minutes and hold several nuisance and dangerous dog hearings. It will decide to deem specific dogs dangerous and adopt conditions that include humane restraint, confinement, muzzling, sterilization, microchipping, a $75 inspection fee, a $200 per day fine for violations, and a $100,000 liability insurance requirement. The board will also vote on the conditions for each dangerous dog case.

• Nuisance Dog Hearing for Mia at 64 California Ave (owner Peter Gallucci)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Abby at 192 Harkness Ave (owner Mark Tourangeau)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Cuban at 67 Bowles Park (owner Mya Gaskins)
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for Coco at 45 Redfern Dr (owner Alexander Andino)
• Conditions imposed: $75 inspection fee, $200 per day fine, $100,000 insurance requirement

Commission on Disability - Regular

The Springfield Commission on Disability will meet on December 17, 2024 at the Mason Square Library. The agenda includes routine items such as sign‑in, approval of minutes, and a discussion of an unspecified "Topic 1" under New Business. The meeting will also address any Old Business, set the next meeting date, and adjourn.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Discussion of Topic 1 (details not provided in agenda)
• Adjournment and scheduling of the next meeting for January 21, 2025

School Committee - Budget and Finance

The Springfield School Committee Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote on two recommendations to the full School Committee. The first recommendation is to approve a $200,000 expenditure from the EOS Foundation for the After The Bell Grant. The second recommendation is to approve a $15,556,000 appropriation from carryover funds to finance the investments listed in the attached document.

• Vote to recommend $200,000 expenditure from EOS Foundation for After The Bell Grant
• Vote to recommend $15,556,000 appropriation from carryover to fund listed investments

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Council will consider two ordinances at its December 16 meeting. Ordinance ORD-2024-1 would add a new section allowing veterans with a Veteran License Plate to use municipal parking meters at no charge. Ordinance ID #8382 would change the city employee residency requirement from one year to two years for hires after March 17, 1995, effective for employees hired on or after September 1, 2023. The Council will also hold an informal caucus to elect its 2025 President and Vice‑President.

• ORD-2024-1 – adds Section 385-17A granting veterans free use of municipal parking meters.
• Ordinance ID #8382 – amends Chapter 73 Article II A to require city employees to reside in Springfield for 24 months after hire.
• Motion to send the residency amendment to committee (first‑step vote).
• Informal caucus to elect Council President and Vice‑President for the 2025 legislative session.
• End‑of‑Year Business items listed on the agenda.

The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2024-1, amending Article V of Chapter 385 of the city ordinances. A second ordinance (ID # 8382) amending Chapter 73, Article II § 73-8(A) regarding residency requirements was discussed, with a motion to add a sunset clause, but no final vote was taken; it was not passed in one sitting. The council also held an informal caucus to elect the President and Vice-President for the 2025 legislative session, but no results were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1 (amending Article V of Chapter 385) unanimously (13-0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 2024-1 (all councilors voted to approve)
• Discussed Ordinance ID # 8382 (amending Chapter 73, Article II § 73-8(A)) with motion to add sunset clause; no vote taken
• Held informal caucus to elect 2025 President and Vice-President (results not recorded)

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors is meeting to address warrants to collectors for the 2025 fiscal year. These warrants cover real estate, personal property, and various fees and penalties.

• Real Estate Tax FY2025: $122,402,321.51
• Personal Property Tax FY2025: $20,245,239.58
• CPA Surcharge FY2025: $1,357,276.33
• Trash Fee Lien FY2025: $713,822.27
• 38D Penalty FY2025: $158,500.00

School Committee - Special Meeting

The Springfield School Committee will consider a voting item to approve a field trip for Renaissance School students to Red Gate Farm in Ashfield, Massachusetts. The trip is scheduled to depart on December 17, 2024 and return on December 19, 2024.

• Approve Renaissance School field trip to Red Gate Farm (Ashfield, MA) Dec 17‑19, 2024

School Committee - Public Speak Out

The Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will hold a public input session to discuss the Interdepartmental Agreement between Springfield Public Schools and the Springfield Police Department that allows police access to school security cameras. The meeting is scheduled for Dec 12 2024 at 5:30 PM in Brightwood/Lincoln Elementary School, 255 Plainfield Street, Springfield, MA. The session is for public comment and no formal vote is indicated.

• Public Speak Out Session on the Interdepartmental Agreement for police access to school security cameras

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board will approve minutes from the November 13 and November 20, 2024 meetings. It will discuss the 2025 meeting schedule, set the date and location for the annual meeting, and consider board representation by the Law Department. The Board will enter executive session to decide whether to hold a hearing on Special Order #24-026, which concerns possible discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee.

• Approve minutes from November 13 and November 20, 2024
• Discuss 2025 meeting schedule
• Set date and location for the annual meeting
• Consider board representation by the Law Department
• Executive session to consider hearing on Special Order #24-026 disciplinary matters

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from the Dec 2 meeting, consider several new license petitions, hold informational hearings on existing establishments, and conduct a pre‑hearing conference on health and entertainment violations. The meeting includes a Section 77 final hearing to decide a liquor‑license location change for The Hookah Factory. Administrative reviews of recent incident reports will also be discussed.

• New Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Brew Pub License petition for The White Lion Brewing Company LLC dba The White Lion Brewing Company at 1500 Main St.
• New Car Dealer, Class II (Used) License petition for NEMC MA LLC dba New England Motor Cars at 890 Boston Rd.
• New Car Dealer, Class II (Used) License petition for BBB Auto Inc dba BBB Auto Inc at 289-291 Mill St.
• One Day Beer & Wine Permit for Dec 21, 2024 indoor event (12 PM–12 AM) at 1534 State St, organized by Sweet Spice.
• Section 77 final hearing for Assad & Paul, LLC dba The Hookah Factory regarding a liquor‑license location change.

The Springfield License Commission approved a new annual all-alcoholic brew pub license for The White Lion Brewing Company at 1500 Main St., subject to confirmation that no special permit is needed. It also approved new Class II used car dealer licenses for NEMC MA LLC at 890 Boston Rd and BBB Auto Inc at 289-291 Mill St. The board took no action on five incident reports and continued a Section 77 hearing for The Hookah Factory to January 15, 2025, as the licensee did not appear.

• Approved brew pub license for The White Lion Brewing Company (unanimous)
• Approved used car dealer license for NEMC MA LLC (unanimous)
• Approved used car dealer license for BBB Auto Inc (unanimous)
• Approved one-day beer & wine permit for Sweet Spice on Dec 21 (unanimous)
• Took no action on incident reports for 350 Grill, Top Shelf, Pot Belly's Pub, Solmar, Theodore's (unanimous)
• Continued Section 77 hearing for The Hookah Factory to Jan 15, 2025 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will approve minutes from November 13 and 20, 2024. It will set the 2025 meeting schedule, decide the date and location for the annual meeting, and discuss board representation by the Law Department. In executive session, the Board will decide whether to hold a hearing on discipline or dismissal matters referenced in Special Order #24-026.

• Approve minutes from November 13, 2024 and November 20, 2024
• Adopt the 2025 meeting schedule
• Select date and location for the annual meeting
• Discuss board representation by the Law Department
• Executive session to determine hearing on discipline matters under Special Order #24-026

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several large grant awards and the allocation of certified free cash for police vehicles and stabilization funds. The body is also reviewing utility petitions and proposed amendments to compensation for city officials.

• EPA Community Change Grant Program: $19,989,241.00
• Free Cash for Police Vehicles: $1,500,000.00
• BJA FY24 Substance Use Program Grant: $1,300,000.00
• Parks Department LWCF Grant for Magazine Park: $1,000,000.00
• Amendment to Chapter 61 regarding compensation for City Council, School Committee, and Mayor

The Springfield City Council adopted a $19,989,241 EPA Community Change Grant for climate and health initiatives, and approved several Eversource and Comcast utility petitions. It also adopted orders transferring free cash to reserve funds, accepted the HERO Act for veterans' property tax exemptions, and approved a $1M grant for Magazine Park. A proposed ordinance to give cost-of-living raises to elected officials was defeated, and a residency requirement amendment was discussed but not passed.

• Adopted EPA Community Change Grant of $19,989,241 (11-0)
• Approved Eversource and Comcast utility petitions for Boston Road, Edgeland Street, Emery Street, Marsden Street, and Cadwell Drive (11-0)
• Adopted order to transfer $2,127,530 to OPEB Trust (11-0)
• Adopted order to transfer $2,127,530 to Pension Stabilization Reserve (11-0)
• Adopted order accepting HERO Act for veterans' property tax exemption (11-0)
• Adopted $1,000,000 LWCF grant for Magazine Park (11-0)
• Defeated ordinance for cost-of-living increases for City Council, School Committee, and Mayor (6-5)
• Adopted order authorizing quitclaim deed transfer of two lots to Conservation Commission (11-0)

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will vote to go into executive session for three matters: reviewing the Appellate Tax Board docket and litigation strategy, considering personal exemption applications, and examining FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements. The session will be closed to the public under M.G.L. ch. 30A provisions. No public discussion will follow the executive session.

• ATB docket review – litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board cases
• Personal exemption applications – e.g., Grit And Gratitude Wrestling Academy (184‑186 Stafford St.) and Basketball Hall of Fame (1000 Columbus Ave.)
• FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements – excise abatements for lease companies and CCAP Auto Lease LTD
• Real estate property tax abatement – Springfield College (PID# 043250097)

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will approve the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting. It will discuss several items from the City Council Government Subcommittee, including the residency ordinance, domestic violence, hospice care, and hiring policies. Afterwards the body will move to an executive session under Open Meeting Law to consider complaints or charges brought against an individual, and will not return to open session.

• Approve minutes from November 7, 2024 meeting
• Discuss residency ordinance
• Discuss domestic violence issues
• Discuss hospice care matters
• Executive session to review complaints or charges against an individual

The Residency Commission met and approved the minutes from November 7, 2024. They discussed a proposed amendment to extend the residency requirement from one year to two years, retroactive for employees hired since September 1, 2023, and considered issues like domestic violence, caregiving, and housing challenges. The commission then entered executive session for employment matters and did not return to open session.

• Approved minutes from November 7, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Moved into executive session for employment matters (5-0)

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several petitions for exterior renovations, heat‑pump installation, roof and solar upgrades, and other building work. It will also discuss an informational item about renovating the former Indian Orchard fire station for a new community center using public funds. Additional agenda items include environmental reviews and other informational updates.

• Petition ID #8378 – Renovations to former Indian Orchard fire station (ES Oak Street) to repurpose as a community center, using public funds
• Petition ID #8373 – Installation of a heat pump at 141 Pineywoods Avenue
• Petition ID #8375 – Replace slate roof with asphalt and install solar panels at 25 Marengo Park
• Petition ID #8337 – Remediate unapproved storage shed at 175 Mill Street (stop work order issued 8/22/2024)
• Petition ID #8377 – Full front porch renovation and roof shingle replacement at 86 Sherman Street

The Springfield Historical Commission approved several renovation projects, including a partial approval for 3 Clarendon Street with vinyl siding denied, and approved painting at 94 Elliot Street, a shed at 175 Mill Street, a heat pump at 141 Pineywoods Avenue, steps and window at 184 Thompson Street, and a porch/roof at 86 Sherman Street. A chimney petition at 63 Clarendon Street was denied due to the petitioner's absence. Two applications were continued to December 19, 2024.

• Approved renovations at 3 Clarendon Street, denied vinyl siding (4-0)
• Approved painting at 94 Elliot Street (4-0)
• Denied chimney work at 63 Clarendon Street (0-4)
• Approved shed construction at 106 Mill Street (4-0)
• Approved heat pump installation at 141 Pineywoods Avenue (4-0)
• Approved steps, railings, and window at 184 Thompson Street (4-0)
• Continued roof and solar panel petition at 25 Marengo Park to 12/19/2024 (4-0)
• Approved porch and roof at 86 Sherman Street (4-0)

School Committee - Regular

The Board of Assessors will vote to enter executive session to discuss three matters: the Appellate Tax Board litigation strategy, personal exemption applications, and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements. Specific exemption applications include Grit And Gratitude Wrestling Academy (184‑186 Stafford St), Basketball Hall of Fame (1000 Columbus Ave), CCAP Auto Lease LTD (Jonathan Rowe), and a property tax abatement for Springfield College (PID 043250097). No public discussion will follow the executive session.

• Vote to enter executive session for ATB Docket Review (litigation strategy)
• Vote to enter executive session for personal exemption applications
• Vote to enter executive session for FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements
• Review exemption application for Grit And Gratitude Wrestling Academy, 184‑186 Stafford Street
• Review exemption application for Basketball Hall of Fame, 1000 Columbus Avenue

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Springfield Traffic Commission convened on December 4, 2024 at the Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center, 70 Tapley Street. The agenda notes that the next meeting will be held on December 6, 2024 at the same address and will be accessible via Zoom. A public portion is scheduled, but no specific items or decisions are listed.

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will vote to approve refund and transfer warrants totaling over $6.3 million, including a $6 million redemption from the PRIT fund, and consider 53 new members. The meeting will also address disability applications and accept monthly financial reports.

• Warrant #78: Retirement payroll of $8,146,624.20
• Warrant #74: Transfers of $220,068.32
• Warrant #73: Refunds of $156,925.68
• Redemption from PRIT fund: $6,000,000.00
• 53 new members for membership

Board of Library Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Library Commissioners will meet to receive a presentation from Haydee Hodis, the Supervisor of the Brightwood Branch. The meeting also includes standard reports from the Commission, Chairman, and Director.

• Presentation by Haydee Hodis, Supervisor of Brightwood Branch
• Approval of October 2, 2024 and November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a site plan for a new mixed-use building with nine residential units on ES Parker Street. The meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024, at City Hall.

• Public hearing for site plan review of new mixed-use building with nine residential units
• Property address: ES Parker Street (09510 - 1964)
• Petitioner: Oak Ridge Custom Home Builders, Inc.
• Meeting location: City Hall--Room 220, 36 Court Street
• Meeting date: December 4, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Community Preservation Committee - Regular

The Springfield Community Preservation Committee will meet remotely to approve the November 2024 minutes, vote on the annual Community Preservation Act plan, and consider a contract change request to terminate a contract with Trinity United Methodist Church.

• Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote to adopt annual Community Preservation Act plan
• Vote to adopt application template and instructions
• Contract change request to terminate Trinity United Methodist Church contract
• Public hearing for Historic Homes Preservation Program lottery

City Council - Finance Sub-Committee

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from the November 13 hearing, hold informational hearings for two one‑day alcohol permits at 250 Albany St, and conduct a pre‑hearing conference on violations by P2B Springfield LLC. New business includes reviewing liquor license renewals, approving new licenses, addressing denials, and discussing a seasonal license extension request. Old business updates the status of Palate, Inc. and a final hearing will determine the liquor license status for Graham’s Package Store at 1649‑1651 Main Street.

• One‑day all‑alcohol permit for Dec 14‑15, 2024 at 250 Albany St (Birthday Party) – Gun Violence Elimination Alliance, Inc.
• One‑day all‑alcohol permit for Dec 8, 2024 at 250 Albany St (Holiday Market) – Gasoline Alley Foundation
• Pre‑hearing conference for P2B Springfield LLC dba The Place 2 be, 1000 Hall of Fame Ave – four counts of violation of 204 CMR 2.05(2)
• Review and approval of liquor license renewals and new licenses
• Final hearing on Graham’s Package Store Inc. liquor license status, 1649‑1651 Main Street

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will consider several liquor‑related matters, including the review of license renewals, approval of new licenses, and discussion of a seasonal license extension. The meeting also includes informational hearings for two one‑day alcohol permits at 250 Albany St and a pre‑hearing conference on alleged violations by P2B Springfield LLC. Updates on existing license holders Palate, Inc. and Graham’s Package Store are also on the agenda.

• One‑day all‑alcohol permit for Dec 14 2024, indoor 8 PM–12 AM at 250 Albany St (Birthday Party, Gun Violence Elimination Alliance, Inc.)
• One‑day all‑alcohol permit for Dec 8 2024, indoor 10 AM–6 PM at 250 Albany St (Holiday Market, Gasoline Alley Foundation)
• Pre‑hearing conference for P2B Springfield LLC dba The Place 2 be, 1000 Hall of Fame Ave – alleged violations of 204 CMR 2.05(2)
• Review and approval of liquor license renewals and new licenses, plus discussion of a seasonal license extension
• Status updates for Palate, Inc. dba Palate (8 Temby Rd) and Graham’s Package Store Inc. (1649‑1651 Main Street)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Community Preservation Committee will approve the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss several items. These include a lottery for the Historic Homes Preservation Program, a request to terminate the contract with Trinity United Methodist Church, and the adoption of the annual CPA plan and a new application template. The meeting also includes administrator updates and other matters.

• Approval of the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Historic Homes Preservation Program lottery
• Requested termination of the contract with Trinity United Methodist Church
• Adoption of the annual CPA plan
• Adoption of application template and instructions

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing on a Comcast proposal to install and maintain approximately 450 feet of 4‑inch conduit with a fiber‑optic line on Cadwell Drive. The work would run from an Eversource pole at the corner of Cadwell Drive and Curve Street, through a tree belt and along the roadway, to a location in front of 365 Cadwell Drive. No contract amount or decision is noted in the agenda.

• Comcast proposal to install ~450 ft of 4" conduit with fiber optic line on Cadwell Drive (from Eversource pole at Cadwell & Curve St. to front of 365 Cadwell Dr.)

City Council - Special Meeting

At the November 25, 2024 special meeting, Springfield City Council will vote on a $4,022,550.97 transfer from the Stabilization Fund to the Abbe Brook Culvert Failure Deficit Fund. The council will also adopt the local option under M.G.L. c. 60 § 3D to provide tax exemptions for elderly and disabled residents and create an Aid to the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund. Additional financial actions include moving $1,000,000 of FY24 free cash to the Stabilization Fund for targeted tax relief, transferring $3,000,000 of FY24 free cash to FY25 estimated revenues, and a transfer of treasury‑bill interest to the tax levy. All items are presented as orders for council approval.

• Transfer $4,022,550.97 from Stabilization Fund to Abbe Brook Culvert Failure Deficit Fund
• Order accepting local option for elderly and disabled tax exemption and establishing a dedicated fund
• Transfer $1,000,000 of FY24 free cash to Stabilization Fund for targeted tax relief
• Transfer $3,000,000 of FY24 free cash to FY25 estimated revenues
• Transfer of Stabilization Fund treasury‑bill interest to the tax levy

City Council - Special Meeting

The Springfield City Council will vote on several financial transfers, including a $4,022,550.97 move from the Stabilization Fund to the Abbe Brook Culvert Failure Deficit Fund. Additional transfers of $1 M and $3 M of FY24 Certified Free Cash are proposed for targeted tax relief and FY25 estimated revenues. The council will also adopt a local option provision to expand tax exemptions for elderly and disabled residents and create an Aid to the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund.

• Transfer $4,022,550.97 from Stabilization Fund to Abbe Brook Culvert Failure Deficit Fund
• Transfer $1,000,000 FY24 Certified Free Cash to Stabilization for targeted tax relief
• Transfer $3,000,000 FY24 Certified Free Cash to FY25 Estimated Revenues
• Order accepting local option provision for elderly and disabled tax exemption and establishing a dedicated fund
• Tax Factor FY25 (item listed without further detail)

City Council - Hearings Meeting

The City Council will hold a hearings meeting to discuss an amendment that would replace the entirety of Chapter 327 regarding solid waste. The body will also review a special permit extension for a residential property and a zoning change request.

• Proposed replacement of Chapter 327, Solid Waste, including $8 bulk waste stickers and $2 extra bag stickers
• Request for a one-year special permit extension for 11 residential units at 169 Maple Street
• Petition to change zoning at ES Ingersoll Grove from Residence A to Residence B

School Committee - Special Meeting

The Springfield School Committee will hold a special meeting to interview and vote on a candidate for the position of Executive Confidential Assistant to the Committee. The meeting will be held at the Central Office Boardroom on Main Street.

• Interview and vote on Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee
• Meeting held at Springfield School Department Central Office - Boardroom
• Meeting available for live viewing on YouTube

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will present the monthly tax abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property for September and October 2024. It will note uncollectible personal property taxes for Griffins Judo & Karate on Main Street. The meeting will then move to executive session to review the Appellate Tax Board docket, personal exemption applications, charitable exemption requests, and veterans excise exemption reviews.

• October 2024 Real Estate Abatement Total = $37,400.69
• October 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total = $17,147.13
• October 2024 Personal Property Abatement Total = $96,468.05
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board matters
• Review of charitable exemption applications (e.g., Stone Soul – 41 Colton St., Springfield College – 263 Alden St.)

Animal Control - Regular

The Board of Public Works meeting on November 21, 2024 will be held at the corner of Edgeland Street and Longview Street in Springfield. The agenda includes a hearing on an Eversource request to install one electric pole and an anchoring support for a new service to house 65 Edgeland Street. No other specific actions are listed.

• Hearing on Eversource request to install one electric pole and anchoring support for new service to 65 Edgeland St.

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Springfield Board of Public Works will hold a hearing on a request to install one electric pole and an anchoring support guy to provide new service to the residence at 65 Edgeland Street. No other specific items are detailed in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM on November 21, 2024 at the Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center.

• Hearing on installing an electric pole and anchoring support for new service to 65 Edgeland St.

Park Commission - Regular

The Park Commission will meet to approve the minutes from September 2024, accept a parcel of land on Marble Street, and consider dedications for two memorials.

• Accept parcel on SS Marble Street as park land
• Memorial bench for Marlene Kimball
• Memorial bench for Karen Spinelli
• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• V for Victory monument

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will first hold an executive session to discuss SEA negotiation strategies. After returning to open session, the committee will approve minutes, hear a SEA negotiation update, and vote on several field trips and grant expenditures. The meeting will also include reports from standing committees and the superintendent.

• Approve $200,303.80 from the Executive Office of Education for the Expansion of High-Quality STEM Curricula Grant
• Approve $75,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for the Multilingual Newcomer and Homeless Support Grant
• Approve $33,000.00 from the EOS Foundation for the FY25 Healthy Start Award Grant
• Approve $30,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for the FY25 Innovation Career Pathways Planning Grant
• Approve field trips for Putnam Vocational Technical Academy and High School of Science and Technology to Marlborough, MA for the Fall State Leadership Conference (Nov 24‑25, 2024)

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold public hearings on a series of petitions concerning exterior renovations, window replacements, solar panel installation, and other building modifications. It will also discuss and decide on appointing a trustee for the Springfield Historic Preservation Trust Fund. The meeting includes a public speak‑out session for community input.

• Petition ID 8289 – 3 Clarendon Street: exterior renovations and utility meter relocation
• Petition ID 8327 – 94 Elliot Street: paint exterior facades
• Petition ID 8328 – 117 Firglade Avenue: install solar panels
• Petition ID 8335 – 16‑20 Sumner Avenue: replace windows and remove balconies
• Discussion – appoint Springfield Historic Preservation Trust Fund Trustee (ID 8338)

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote to approve minutes from previous meetings, several student field trips, and the use of grant funds. Approved items include trips for Putnam Vocational Technical Academy and the High School of Science and Technology to Marlborough, MA, and a SkillsUSA national competition trip to Atlanta, GA. The committee will also authorize expenditures from state and foundation grants ranging from $30,000 to $200,303.80.

• Approve Putnam Vocational Technical Academy field trip to Marlborough, MA for the Fall State Leadership Conference (Nov 24‑25, 2024)
• Approve High School of Science and Technology field trip to Marlborough, MA for the Fall State Leadership Conference (Nov 24‑25, 2024)
• Approve Putnam Vocational Technical Academy field trip to Atlanta, GA for the SkillsUSA National competition (June 23‑28, 2025)
• Approve $30,000 expenditure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for the FY25 Innovation Career Pathways Planning Grant
• Approve $200,303.80 expenditure from the Executive Office of Education for the Expansion of High‑Quality STEM Curricula Grant

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing on a proposal from Eversource to install four 4‑inch conduits from the existing MH 366B/71 on East Columbus Avenue to the property at 55 Emery Street. The conduits are intended to serve as primary feeders for a newly installed transformer on the customer’s property. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Hearing on Eversource proposal to install four 4‑inch conduits from MH 366B/71 on East Columbus Ave to 55 Emery St

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold an executive session to consider discipline or dismissal of an employee whose police certification was suspended on November 13, 2024, under POST Case No. 24-046. The discussion and vote may be conducted in closed session per Mass. General Laws chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(1). If held in executive session, the board will not reconvene in open session afterward.

• Consider discipline or dismissal of employee in POST Case No. 24-046 (certification suspended Nov 13 2024)

Public Health Council - Regular

The Springfield Public Health Council will hear presentations on the Opioids Forum, the follow‑up of the RFP process for opioid abatement funds, tobacco legislation updates, and gas‑station weed and hemp issues. The council will also discuss follow‑up items related to COVID‑19, vaccination clinics, test‑kit distribution, and a vacant spot on the council agenda. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Opioids Forum Overview
• Follow Up of RFP Process for Opioid Abatement Funds
• Tobacco legislations/Regulations (Follow Up Discussion)
• Gas Station Weed and Hemp
• COVID‑19 Vaccination Clinics

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a zoning change (ID #8257) for the property known as ES Ingersoll Grove, moving it from Residence A to Residence B. The board will also consider a request to formally petition for new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) zoning and an amendment to Article 4, Section 4.7.100 concerning a registered marijuana dispensary. Additional agenda items include acceptance of minutes, non‑subdivision plans, and other matters properly before the board.

• Zoning Change (ID #8257) for ES Ingersoll Grove: Residence A → Residence B
• Petition request for new Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) zoning
• Amendment request to Article 4, Section 4.7.100 (Registered Marijuana Dispensary)
• Acceptance of minutes from previous meeting
• Discussion of non‑subdivision plans

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Springfield Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing on an Eversource project to install four 4‑inch conduits from the existing MH 366B/71 on East Columbus Avenue to the property at 55 Emery Street (east Columbus side). The conduits are intended to serve as primary feeders for a newly installed transformer on the customer's property. The item appears under New Business on the November 20, 2024 agenda.

• Eversource – install four 4‑inch conduits from existing MH 366B/71 on East Columbus Ave to 55 Emery St (east Columbus side) for primary feeders to new transformer

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee subcommittees will vote to recommend four grant expenditures to the full committee, totaling $338,303.80. The grants cover innovation career pathways, a healthy start award, high‑quality STEM curricula, and multilingual newcomer and homeless support. An informational discussion of the School Building Permit Policy will also be held.

• Recommend approving $30,000 from the Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education for the FY25 Innovation Career Pathways Planning Grant
• Recommend approving $33,000 from the EOS Foundation for the FY25 Healthy Start Award Grant
• Recommend approving $200,303.80 from the Executive Office of Education for the Expansion of High‑Quality STEM Curricula Grant
• Recommend approving $75,000 from the Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education for the Multilingual Newcomer and Homeless Support Grant
• Discuss the School Building Permit Policy

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several petitions from Eversource Gas to install and replace underground facilities. The body will also review multiple grant allocations and budget adjustments proposed by Mayor Sarno.

• Eversource Gas petitions for underground conduit on Wellesley St, Fisher St, James St, Armory St, Worthington St, and Carol Ann St
• Fire Emergency Management Performance Grant of $71,335.00
• FY25 SHINE Grant Amendment increase of $80,158.15
• COPS Anti-Methamphetamine Program Grant of $10,000
• Decertification of Tax Increment Financing Agreement (TIFF) for SNAPland 59, LLC at 51-59 Taylor Street

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold continued and new public hearings, discuss preservation of historically significant buildings, and receive a presentation on the update to the Springfield Historical District Guidelines, Policies, and Procedures (RFP 24-203). No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Public Hearings (Continued)
• Public Hearings (New)
• Preservation of Historically Significant Buildings
• Presentation on RFP 24-203 update – review of district guidelines, policies, and procedures

School Committee - Public Speak Out

The Springfield School Committee Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will hold a public input session. Attendees will discuss the Interdepartmental Agreement that allows Springfield Police Department access to school security cameras. The meeting is informational and does not include a formal vote.

• Public Speak Out Session on the Interdepartmental Agreement for police access to school security cameras

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will discuss its responsibilities, support for the IIU Department, and a draft Community Engagement Plan. The board also intends to enter executive session to determine if hearings are needed regarding three specific Special Orders.

• Discussion of support for IIU Department
• Update on Draft Community Engagement Plan
• Executive Session regarding Special Order (SO) #24-021
• Executive Session regarding Special Order (SO) #24-024
• Executive Session regarding Special Order (SO) #24-028

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from the October 23 meeting and review several petitions for new or amended licenses, including a Class I car dealer license for AJAW LLC. The board will also discuss a farmer winery license for a market stall at 220 Trafton St and conduct informational hearings on existing establishments with licensing or health concerns. Additional agenda items include updates on prior business and administrative reviews of recent incident reports.

• Petition for a new Class I car dealer license for AJAW LLC at 890 Boston Rd (special permit required).
• New petition for a Beer & Wine License for The Farmers House at 600 Belmont Ave.
• Informational hearing on Wingz and Waffles at 74 Island Pond Road lacking a 2024 Common Victualler License.
• Discussion of a Farmer Winery License to sell at a farmers market at 220 Trafton St inside the Monkey House Building.
• Administrative review of incident reports for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant (10-17-24) and Rose (10-26-24).

Election Commission - Audit

The Election Commission will perform random post-election audits as required by Section 109A of Chapter 54 of the General Laws. This process follows the presidential election.

• Audit of Precinct 4A
• Audit of Precinct 6C

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss new business regarding utility work. The primary item is a proposal for Eversource to install underground gas facilities.

• Installation of a 100ft section of underground gas facilities at 1655 Boston Rd for the Springfield Crossing Plaza

City Council - Special Meeting

The Springfield City Council will vote to move $3,375,000 from the FY24 Certified Free Cash fund into the Law Department Settlement Account to cover pending settlements. An executive session will be held to discuss strategy for the Perrot litigation before returning to open session. The transfer is presented with a certification that it will not harm municipal services.

• Transfer $3,375,000 from FY24 Certified Free Cash to Law Department Settlement Account
• Executive session to discuss strategy for Perrot litigation (closed to public)
• CAFO certification attached confirming financial adequacy for the transfer

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on November 12 to consider a plan change for a property on Hickory Street and a redevelopment project for Neal Park. The body will also review a request for a determination of applicability regarding a maintenance facility expansion on Cottage Street.

• Public hearing for 171 Hickory Street plan change
• Public hearing for 1708 Page Boulevard (Neal Park) redevelopment
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 665 Cottage Street
• Review of Parcel Acquisitions: ES Deboo Drive, ES Elijah Drive, NS Sumner Avenue, ES Lois Street

Community Preservation Committee - Regular

The Springfield Community Preservation Committee will approve the October 2, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss contract extensions and scope changes for the East Springfield Library, Godfrey Triangle, and Bay Path Cemetery projects. It will also adopt the annual Community Preservation Plan, review the application template and instructions, and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Additional actions include authorizing the Vice Chair to sign contracts and approve payments, and hearing administrator updates.

• Contract extension and scope change requests for East Springfield Library, Godfrey Triangle, and Bay Path Cemetery projects
• Adopt the annual Community Preservation Plan (CPA)
• Review and update the application template and instructions
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the committee
• Authorize Vice Chair to sign contracts and approve payments

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will approve the minutes from its October 3, 2024 meeting. It will then move into an executive session under Section 21(a)(1) of the Open Meeting Law to consider complaints or charges brought against an individual. The session will remain closed and will not return to open session.

• Approve minutes from October 3, 2024 meeting
• Enter executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual (Section 21(a)(1) Open Meeting Law)
• Session will not return to open session

City Council - Committee on Elder Affairs

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss new business regarding gas infrastructure. The primary item involves the installation of underground gas facilities in the Pine Point Neighborhood.

• Installation of underground gas facilities on Marsden St., Newhall St., Dalton Pl, Crismer Pl, and Sidney Pl by Eversource Gas

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board will discuss a proposal from Eversource Gas to install underground gas facilities in the Pine Point Neighborhood. The project would affect properties on Marsden Street, Newhall Street, Dalton Place, Crismer Place, and Sidney Place. No other agenda items are listed.

• Eversource Gas – proposal to install underground gas facilities on Marsden St., Newhall St., Dalton Pl., Crismer Pl., and Sidney Pl. in the Pine Point Neighborhood

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous special meeting and vote on two field trips for Putnam Vocational Technical Academy. The session includes reports from various standing committees and student representative speakers.

• Putnam Vocational Technical Academy field trip to Marlborough, MA for Fall State Leadership Conference (Nov 24-25, 2024)
• Putnam Vocational Technical Academy field trip to Marlborough, MA for Massachusetts State Leadership and Skills Conference (May 1-3, 2025)
• Approval of October 23, 2024, Special School Committee meeting minutes

School Committee - Middle School Representatives

The Springfield School Committee will meet to approve two field trips for Putnam Vocational Technical Academy students and hear reports from standing committees.

• Approve Putnam field trip to Marlborough for Fall State Leadership Conference
• Approve Putnam field trip to Marlborough for Massachusetts SkillsUSA Championships
• Student Representative Ava Moore to report on student concerns
• Standing committee reports on Buildings and Maintenance, Budget and Finance, and Technology

School Committee - Regular

The Election Commission will perform random post-election audits as required by Section 109A of Chapter 54 of the General Laws. This process follows the presidential election.

• Audit of Precinct 4A
• Audit of Precinct 6C

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Springfield Traffic Commission will consider several traffic safety measures. Items include adding stop signs at Connecticut Avenue and Athol Street, installing stop signs at Fenwick and Crest Streets, updating the Bay Street crosswalk and speed limit, and establishing new no‑parking zones near schools and other locations. The commission will also consider two honorary street signs. The meeting is scheduled for 10:15 a.m. on November 6, 2024.

• Install 4‑way stop signs at Connecticut Ave and Athol St.
• Install 4‑way stop signs at Fenwick St and Crest St.
• Update crosswalk and speed limit on Bay St in McKnight Neighborhood.
• Create no‑parking zones near Rebecca Johnson School (McKnight St) and Balliet Elementary (Apple St).
• Install honorary street signs for Alvin J. McKenzie Way and Leo A. Florian Way.

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Springfield Board of Public Works will meet at 1655 Boston Road (Eastfield Mall) on November 6, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, communications, and old business. New business features Eversource's request to install a 50’ class I joint owned pole at 1650 Boston Rd to provide service to new buildings.

• Meeting location: 1655 Boston Road (Eastfield Mall)
• Call to order at 3:30 PM, Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center, 70 Tapley Street
• Communications agenda item
• Old business discussion
• Eversource request: install a 50’ class I joint owned pole at 1650 Boston Rd for new building service

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will review the 2023 audit of the Springfield Retirement System and a presentation on PRIM investment performance. It will vote on several employee benefit applications, approve retirement allowance calculations, and consider multiple financial warrants and refunds totaling millions of dollars. Additional items include approving meeting minutes, new member admissions, survivor benefits, and setting 2025 meeting dates.

• Approve warrant #72 for retirement payroll of $8,085,648.44 and redemption from the PRIT fund of $6,800,000.00
• Vote to accept superannuation applications for seven employees with 14‑38 years of service
• Vote to accept involuntary accidental disability applications for William Lee and Seth Cournoyer
• Vote to redeposit refunds and make contribution adjustments for eight listed employees
• Vote to admit 99 new members to the Springfield Retirement System

Board of Library Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Library Commissioners will meet to review reports and approve minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. The session includes a presentation by Manager Gregg Mitchell regarding the Mason Square Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, and Read/Write/Now.

• Presentation by Gregg Mitchell on Mason Square Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, and Read/Write/Now
• Approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Residency Commission will first approve the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. Afterwards, the board will enter an executive session under Section 21(a)(1) of the Open Meeting Law to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual. The session will remain closed and will not return to open session.

• Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting
• Executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual (closed session)

School Building Commission - Regular

The Springfield School Building Commission will approve the minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting. It will consider and vote on the Fontaine Brothers Amendment #9 (CO#6) for the DeBerry / Benjamin Swan Elementary School project. The meeting also includes a new business segment conducted via Zoom.

• Approval of meeting minutes from May 14, 2024
• Vote and signatures required for Fontaine Brothers Amendment #9 CO#6 for DeBerry / Benjamin Swan Elementary School
• New business conducted through a Zoom meeting (link and passcode provided)

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Springfield Board of Public Works will hold a hearing on a proposal to install and replace underground gas facilities on Winter Street, Pearl Street, and Byers Street. The project aims to retire existing low‑pressure cast‑iron gas infrastructure. No decision has been recorded for this meeting.

• Hearing on installing and replacing underground gas facilities on Winter, Pearl, and Byers Streets to retire low‑pressure cast‑iron gas lines

City Council - Hearings Meeting

The City Council is holding a hearings meeting to discuss proposed traffic pattern changes and a zoning amendment. The body will review petitions regarding street directions and the placement of panhandling reduction signs.

• Petition to change Trenton Street to one-way westbound from Commonwealth Avenue to Dickinson Street
• Petition to change Patton Street to one-way southbound from Dwight Street to Main Street
• Proposal for panhandling reduction sign locations across multiple neighborhoods
• Petition by Viktor Savonin to change zoning at WS Connecticut Avenue from Residence A to Residence B

City Council - Economic Development

The Commission on Disability will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and discuss new and old business. The agenda does not list specific topics for discussion.

Commission on Disability - Regular

The Commission on Disability is holding a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss new and old business. The agenda does not list specific topics for discussion.

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing on an Eversource Gas proposal. The proposal seeks to install and replace underground gas facilities on James Street, Cedar Street, Ashley Street, Lebanon Street, and Hancock Street. The work aims to retire low‑pressure cast iron gas infrastructure.

• Hearing on Eversource Gas proposal to install and replace underground gas facilities on James, Cedar, Ashley, Lebanon, and Hancock Streets to retire low‑pressure cast iron infrastructure.

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will approve the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting and vote on several items, including field trips for Central High School and the Sci-Tech program, appointments of a delegate and an alternate delegate to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees conference in November 2024, and a temporary authorization for the superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Community Music School and reports from standing committees and the superintendent.

• Approve Central High School field trip to Shakespeare and Company, Lenox, MA on Nov 22‑23 2024
• Approve Sci‑Tech field trip to Washington, DC on Apr 5‑7 2025
• Approve Ms. Latonia Monroe Naylor as delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference Nov 2024
• Approve an alternate delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference Nov 2024
• Approve temporary authorization for the superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days

School Committee - High School Representatives

The Springfield School Committee will approve two high school field trips, appoint a delegate and an alternate delegate to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees conference, and grant temporary authority for the superintendent to review student transportation policy. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Community Music School and reports from various standing committees. Minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Approve Central High School field trip to Shakespeare and Company in Lenox, MA (Nov 22‑23, 2024)
• Approve Sci‑Tech field trip to Washington, DC (Apr 5‑7, 2025)
• Approve Ms. Latonia Monroe Naylor as delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Approve an alternate delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Authorize the superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet on October 24, 2024 at City Hall, 36 Court St. Rm.220. The committee will vote to approve two school field trips—Central High School to Shakespeare and Company in Lenox, MA, and Sci‑Tech to Washington, DC. They will also vote on delegate appointments to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees conference and a temporary authorization for the superintendent to review student transportation policy. Additional agenda items include an executive session, student advisory speakers, a community music school presentation, and various committee reports.

• Approve Central High School field trip to Shakespeare and Company, Lenox, MA (Nov 22‑23, 2024)
• Approve Sci‑Tech field trip to Washington, DC (April 5‑7, 2025)
• Approve Ms. Latonia Monroe Naylor as delegate to MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Approve an alternate delegate to MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Approve temporary authorization for superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days

School Committee - Special Meeting

The Springfield School Committee is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for legal counsel and to vote on selecting a new legal counsel for the committee. No other agenda items are listed.

• Interview and vote on School Committee legal counsel

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is holding a meeting to discuss new business. The primary item is a hearing regarding the installation and replacement of underground gas facilities.

• Hearing to install and replace underground gas facilities on Armory Street and Liberty Street to retire low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure

License Commission - Regular

The Board of License Commissioners will hold a virtual public hearing on October 23, 2024. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the October 9 hearing, a pre‑hearing conference on violations for P2B Springfield LLC dba The Place 2 be, and discussions of liquor license transfers and status updates. A Section 77 final hearing will address the license status for Graham’s Package Store and a pending location‑change petition for The Hookah Factory.

• Approve minutes from the October 9, 2024 Board of License Commissioners hearing.
• Pre‑hearing conference on four violations for P2B Springfield LLC dba The Place 2 be (1000 Hall of Fame Ave).
• Transfer of the All‑Alcoholic Beverage Liquor License to Palate, Inc. dba Palate (8 Temby Rd).
• Section 77 final hearing on Graham’s Package Store Inc. dba Graham’s Package Store (1649‑1651 Main Street) license status.
• Section 77 cancellation and location‑change petition for The Hookah Factory (296 Cooley St).

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Springfield School Committee holds a special meeting on October 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM in the Central Office Boardroom, 1550 Main St., 2nd floor. The agenda includes a call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and an interview and vote on the committee's legal counsel.

• Interview and vote on School Committee legal counsel

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Council will review several grant increases and budget adjustments, including a supplemental increase in state aid. The body is also considering a bond for a school feasibility study and a new contract for school time and attendance services.

• DPW Massworks Infrastructure Program Grant: $2,800,000
• Bond Authorization for Gerena School Feasibility Study: $2,500,000
• Supplemental Budget increase in State Aid: $587,478.00
• Prevention in Early Childhood Services Grant Increase: $60,000.00
• Private Acceptance petitions for Aberdeen Road, Burdette St, Humburg St, Sterling St, and Van Buren Avenue

Animal Control - Regular

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings regarding dangerous dogs. The agenda includes a first-time hearing for two dogs and a second hearing for one dog.

• Dangerous Dog Hearing for dogs Waffle and Rex at 111 Berard Cir
• Second Dangerous Dog Hearing for dog Abby at 192 Harkness Ave
• Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Historical Commission - Regular

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several petitions concerning exterior renovations, utility meter relocations, chimney caps, antenna replacements, and window replacements at various addresses. The commission will also address preservation of historically significant buildings and an informational public speak‑out session.

• 99 Randolph Street: relocate electric meter to exterior of home
• 3 Clarendon Street: exterior renovations and relocate utility meter from interior to exterior façade
• 127 Forest Park Avenue: front porch renovations
• 64 Washington Road: installation of two chimney caps
• 577 Carew Street: replace six telecommunication antennas

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing on an Eversource request to install a handhole between the property lines of 97 and 107 Carol Ann Street to upgrade electricity service to 97 Carol Ann Street. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, agenda review, and approval of previous minutes.

• Eversource hearing to install handhole between 97 & 107 Carol Ann St for electric service upgrade

Public Health Council - Regular

The Springfield Public Health Council will hear presentations on tobacco legislation and regulations and an overview of the opioids forum. The council will also follow up on suggested agenda items covering air quality, homelessness, COVID-19, waste water, and a vacant spot for the council. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Presentation on tobacco legislation and regulations
• Overview of the opioids forum
• Discussion of air quality concerns
• Discussion of homelessness issues
• Discussion of COVID-19 matters

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Planning Board's Animal Control meeting on October 17, 2024 will consider a series of dog‑related hearings. The board will hold dangerous and nuisance dog hearings for specific dogs at addresses such as 111 Berard Circle, 192 Harkness Ave, 460 Canon Cir, and 67 Bowles Park, deciding whether to dismiss cases or designate dogs as nuisances. In the Bowles Park case, the board required the owner to provide $100,000 liability insurance and a $100 annual dangerous‑dog license, along with leash and muzzle requirements. All actions are approved by roll‑call vote of the five board members.

• Dangerous Dog Hearing for two dogs, Waffle and Rex, at 111 Berard Circle – second hearing scheduled.
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Abby at 192 Harkness Ave – second hearing scheduled.
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Scooby at 460 Canon Cir – motion to dismiss passed 5‑0.
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Cuban at 67 Bowles Park – board deemed dog a nuisance, imposed $100,000 insurance, $100 license, leash and muzzle requirements.
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for Ace & Kodi at 27 Hickory St – board deemed dogs a nuisance, required indoor confinement and secured outdoor pen per city ordinance.

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss litigation strategies for cases at the Appellate Tax Board. The session includes reviews of personal exemptions and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements.

• Appellate Tax Board docket review including F B Development
• Personal exemption applications
• FY 2023 Preliminary Tax Abatements

School Committee - Regular

The Legislative & Contracts and School Safety Subcommittees will vote to recommend a delegate and an alternate delegate to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC/MASS) Joint Conference in November 2024 and to authorize those delegates to vote on conference resolutions. They will also vote on a temporary authorization for the Superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days or until an attorney review is completed. The meeting will include discussion of the student assignment policy, the process for selecting a law firm for the School Committee, and a community meeting regarding a camera memorandum of understanding.

• Vote to recommend a delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Vote to recommend an alternate delegate to the MASC/MASS Joint Conference (Nov 2024)
• Vote to authorize the delegate/alternate to vote on conference resolutions
• Vote to temporarily authorize the Superintendent to review student transportation access for 90 days or until attorney review
• Discussion of student assignment policy, law‑firm selection process, and community meeting on camera MOU

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Springfield Board of Public Works will meet to hear a public hearing regarding Eversource Gas's proposal to replace underground gas facilities in the McKnight Neighborhood. The project aims to retire low-pressure cast iron infrastructure along multiple streets.

• Public hearing: Eversource gas infrastructure replacement in McKnight Neighborhood
• Street locations: St James Ave, Worthington St, Dartmouth Terr., Harvard St., Wellesley St., Princeton St., Campus Pl., Cornell St., and Lafayette St.
• Meeting location: Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center, 70 Tapley Street
• Meeting time: October 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to discuss and vote on a personnel matter. The board intends to enter Executive Session to address complaints or discipline regarding a specific officer.

• Hearing and vote on Special Order (SO) #24-006 regarding Violation of Rules & Regulations

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote to enter an executive session to discuss negotiation strategies for SAS and SEA, citing potential harm to the Committee's litigating position if discussed openly. The Committee will then approve the minutes from the September 12 and September 26, 2024 meetings. A virtual school and Hispanic Heritage Month presentation will be given by Alyson Lingsch and team, followed by a plaque presentation honoring Ms. Mattie Jenkins. Reports from standing committees, the student representative, and the superintendent will be heard, and unfinished and new business will be addressed.

• Vote to enter executive session to discuss negotiation strategies for SAS
• Vote to enter executive session to discuss negotiation strategies for SEA
• Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 School Committee meeting
• Approve minutes of the September 26, 2024 School Committee meeting
• Virtual School/Hispanic Heritage Month presentation by Alyson Lingsch & team

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding the installation and replacement of underground gas facilities. The project aims to retire low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure in a specific section of the Pine Point Neighborhood.

• Hearing for Eversource gas facility replacements at Fisher, Nathaniel, Samuel, Sila, Benham, and Humber Streets

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will approve the minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting. It will discuss upcoming training for the police department. The meeting will then adjourn.

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from its September 25 meeting and review several new liquor‑license petitions. It will hear a pre‑hearing conference to suspend the common victualler license and cancel the liquor license for The Place 2 Be at 1000 Hall of Fame Ave. The board will also discuss an incident report for that same establishment. Additional petitions involve ownership changes and a DBA change for other local venues.

• Approve minutes from the September 25, 2024 Board of License Commissioners hearing
• New annual beer and wine liquor license petition for The Farmers House, 600 Belmont Ave
• Petition to change ownership and officers for Le Souk Hookah Lounge, LLC, 1 Worthington St
• Petition to change DBA from Shadow Lounge to Faces Grill Bar Lounge, 234 Chestnut St
• Pre‑hearing conference to suspend common victualler license and cancel liquor license for The Place 2 Be, 1000 Hall of Fame Ave

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Board of Assessors will decide whether to go into executive session to discuss three matters: the litigation strategy for cases before the Appellate Tax Board, personal exemption applications, and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements. The vote will be taken after the public portion of the meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Vote to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board matters
• Vote to enter executive session to discuss personal exemption applications
• Vote to enter executive session to discuss FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding the installation and replacement of underground gas facilities. The project aims to retire low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure in a specific section of the Pine Point Neighborhood.

• Hearing for Eversource Gas to replace underground facilities at Fisher Street, Nathaniel Street, Samuel Street, Sila Street, Benham Street, and Humber Street

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Council will consider a $1.2 million transfer from the Stabilization Reserve Fund to the Law Department's budget for operational needs, along with various financial orders and grant approvals.

• Transfer $1.2M from Stabilization Reserve to Law Department
• PARC Grant $500,000 for Blunt Park Phase II improvements
• FY24 Brownfields Cleanup Grant $5,000,000
• Appropriation $569,900 for Sumner Avenue 'The X' Improvement Project
• Collective Bargaining Agreement ratification for SPSA

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will approve the minutes from the September 20, 2024 meeting. It will issue a decision letter for employees. The commission will then move to an executive session under Section 21(a)(1) of the Open Meeting Law to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual, and it will not return to open session.

• Approve minutes from September 20, 2024 meeting
• Issue Residency Commission decision letter for employees
• Executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual (Open Meeting Law Section 21(a)(1))
• No return to open session after executive session

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss litigation strategies for Appellate Tax Board matters. The body will also review personal exemption applications and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements in executive session.

• Review of ATB Docket including F B Development
• Discussion of personal exemption applications
• Review of FY 2023 Preliminary Tax Abatements

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee will meet on October 3, 2024 at 4:30 PM at Springfield Public Schools, 1550 Main Street. The agenda consists of a single item: a DIRE update and discussion of next steps. Committee members will review the update and consider further actions.

• DIRE Update & Next Steps

Historical Commission - Regular

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several property modifications, including the installation of murals and roof replacements. The body will also address responses to stop work orders for two properties.

• 91-97 Chestnut Street: Installation of murals to either side of building
• 175 Mill Street: Erect accessory building/garage (response to stop work order)
• 77 Clarendon Street: Several exterior repairs (response to stop work order)
• 194 Sumner Avenue: Replacement of Spanish terracotta tile roof shingles with composite tile
• 42 Ridgewood Terrace: Relocation of mailbox from front façade to front yard

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Springfield Traffic Commission will discuss three new proposals: installing panhandling reduction signs by neighborhood, removing the 7 am‑4 pm no‑parking restriction on Homer Street during school days, and addressing resident traffic concerns on Park Drive. The commission will also revisit two previously tabled items—a crosswalk at Springfield Commonwealth Academy on Maple Street and a traffic‑pattern change on Patton Street. Public comment on a petition will be accepted as required by Open Meeting Law.

• 24-31 Panhandling Sings – panhandling reduction signs locations by neighborhood
• 24-32 Homer Street – remove no‑parking 7 am‑4 pm school days restriction
• 24-33 Park Drive – resident traffic concerns
• 24-20 Crosswalk – Springfield Commonwealth Academy at Maple Street (tabled)
• 24-24 Patton Street – change traffic pattern (tabled)

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will consider and vote on several items, including approval of meeting minutes, disability and superannuation applications, and financial transactions. The board will discuss and vote on the 2025 Administrative Budget as part of the Director’s Report. Additional votes cover warrants, refunds, new member admissions, and monthly financial reports.

• Vote on the 2025 Administrative Budget (Director’s Report)
• Vote to approve warrants totaling $8,716,950.86 (refunds, transfers, expenses, payroll, PRIT fund redemption)
• Vote on 31 requests for refunds and transfers to other systems
• Vote to accept 143 new members into the Springfield Retirement System
• Vote to approve three retirement allowance calculations for superannuation

Board of Library Commissioners - Regular

The Springfield Library Commission will hold its regular meeting on Oct 2, 2024 via Zoom. Commissioners will approve minutes from the June 5 and September 4, 2024 meetings, hear committee, chairman and director reports, consider any new business, and accept public comments. An executive session is scheduled before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from June 5, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from September 4, 2024 meeting
• Commission committee reports
• Chairman’s and director’s reports
• New/Other Business and public comment

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Planning Board is holding a continued public hearing regarding a liquor license petition. The board will review a request for a new beer and wine license at a specific property.

• Public hearing for new Beer & Wine Liquor License (ID # 8216) at 600 Belmont Avenue for The Farmers House

Springfield Empowerment Zone - Regular

The Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership Board will approve minutes from its April 10, 2024 meeting, receive updates on 2023‑24 state accountability data and 2024‑25 strategic initiatives, and then vote on the 2024‑25 school support plans and the proposed budget for the zone. A brief public comment period is also scheduled.

• Approve minutes of 4/10/24 SEZP Board meeting
• Review 2023‑24 State Accountability Data
• Discuss 2024‑25 Strategic SEZP Initiatives
• Vote on SEZP SY 2024‑25 School Plans
• Vote on SEZP SY 2024‑25 Proposed Budget

Community Preservation Committee - Regular

The committee will approve the September 2, 2024 minutes and discuss contract extensions and scope changes for the Myrtle Street Playground, Spanish American War Monument, and Indian Orchard Fire Station projects. It will also reconsider Historic Homes Program policies, set dates for the 2025 application cycle, and review the annual CPA plan, application template, and the November meeting date.

• Contract extension and scope change for Myrtle Street Playground
• Contract extension and scope change for Spanish American War Monument
• Contract extension and scope change for Indian Orchard Fire Station
• Reconsideration of Historic Homes Program policies
• Set dates for 2025 application cycle

Office of Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council - Regular

The Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council will hear a dam safety presentation from Springfield Water and Sewer, receive an update from the National Weather Service, and discuss upcoming events, trainings, and exercises. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Dam Safety Presentation – Springfield Water and Sewer
• National Weather Service (NWS) Update
• Discussion of upcoming events, trainings, and exercises

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will present the August 2024 abatement totals for real estate ($78,003.07), motor vehicle excise ($36,016.12) and personal property ($32,775.06). It will also review prior years' uncollectible excise taxes for 1986‑1989 and discuss uncollectible personal property files labeled F, J, K, and L. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• August 2024 real estate abatement total: $78,003.07
• August 2024 motor vehicle excise abatement total: $36,016.12
• August 2024 personal property abatement total: $32,775.06
• Review of uncollectible excise taxes for calendar years 1986‑1989
• Review of uncollectible personal property files (F, J, K, L)

School Committee - Public Speak Out

The Springfield School Committee will hold a public speak‑out session, approve minutes from two July meetings, hear several presentations, and vote on a field trip for Walsh Elementary. The committee will also receive reports from its standing committees and the superintendent. Unfinished and new business items are scheduled for later in the meeting.

• Public Speak Out (sign‑up required at least 48 hours prior)
• Approve minutes from the July 9 and July 11, 2024 regular meetings
• Presentations on Conditions for Success, Student Assignment Services, Superintendent coaching, and Pre‑K programs
• Vote to approve Walsh Elementary School field trip to Red Gate Farm, Ashfield, MA (Oct 2‑4, 2024)
• Reports from standing committees (Student & Parent Concerns, Buildings & Maintenance, Legislative & Contracts, etc.)

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet to review presentations on student assignment services, Pre-K, and conditions for success. The body will vote on a field trip for Walsh Elementary School. The meeting also includes reports from the Superintendent and various standing committees.

• Vote on Walsh Elementary School field trip to Red Gate Farm, Ashfield, MA (Oct 2-4, 2024)
• Presentation on Student Assignment Services improvements
• Pre-K presentation by Principals Williams, Campbell, and McCloskey
• Superintendent update on Transition Plan
• Recognition of 2024 Schools of Recognition

License Commission - Regular

The Board of License Commissioners will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct administrative reviews of incident reports. The meeting is held as a virtual public hearing.

• Administrative review of Irish Ale House incident (9-2-24)
• Administrative review of Forest Park Liquors incident (9-12-24)
• Administrative review of Rose incident (8-31-24)
• Administrative review of Solmar incident (9-3-24)
• Administrative review of Top Shelf incident (9-1-24)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a petition regarding property boundaries. The board is considering a request to subdivide a parcel to add it to an abutting property owned by the petitioner.

• Petition #8255: Request to subdivide parcel at 64 Berkshire Avenue to add to abutting property

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Springfield City Council meeting on September 24, 2024 will consider a Traffic Control Agreement for Sumner Avenue (Route 21) involving MASSDOT and federal aid. It will also review petitions for an honorary street sign on Dillinger's Way, several stop‑sign installations on Gillette, Farnsworth and Catharine Streets, a no‑parking ordinance on White Street, special permits for equipment/auto‑repair use and motor‑vehicle sales, and zoning changes for properties on Connecticut Avenue and Wisteria Street.

• Traffic Control Agreement – Sumner Ave (Route 21) with MASSDOT and federal aid
• Honorary Street Sign – Dillinger’s Way
• Stop Sign – Gillette Ave at Arvilla St (3‑way stop)
• Stop Sign – Farnsworth St at Hamburg St
• No Parking – White St north side from White & Allen St (360 ft segment)

The Springfield City Council approved six traffic-related petitions (traffic control agreement, honorary street sign, stop signs, and no parking) and three special permits (auto repair/junk yard, motor vehicle sales change of petitioner, and a Boston Road project), all by 11-0 votes. A zoning change for WS Connecticut Avenue was continued to October 28, 2024, due to a family emergency. Another zoning change for SS Wisteria Street was approved 11-0.

• Approved traffic control agreement for Sumner Ave (11-0)
• Approved honorary street sign 'Dillinger's Way' (11-0)
• Approved stop signs on Gillette Ave, Farnsworth St, Catharine St (11-0)
• Approved 'No Parking Any Time' on White Street (11-0)
• Adopted special permit for auto repair/junk yard at 298 Rocus St with amended condition (11-0)
• Adopted special permit amendment for motor vehicle sales at 289-291 Mill St (11-0)
• Adopted special permit for 1387 Boston Road (11-0)
• Continued zoning change for WS Connecticut Ave to Oct 28, 2024

City Council - Hearings Meeting

The Springfield City Council will consider a traffic control agreement with MassDOT for Sumner Avenue, a request for an honorary street sign for Dillinger’s Way, and several petitions to install stop signs on Gillette, Farnsworth and Catharine Streets, a no‑parking rule on White Street, and zoning changes on Connecticut and Wisteria Avenues. The council will also review special permits for an auto‑repair/junk yard at 298 Rocus Street and an amendment to a motor‑vehicle sales permit at 289‑291 Mill Street. Each item is presented as a petition to be acted upon at the September 24 hearing.

• Traffic Control Agreement – Sumner Avenue (Route 21) with MassDOT
• Honorary Street Sign – Dillinger’s Way
• Stop Sign – Gillette Ave at Arvilla Street
• No Parking – White Street north side from Allen St. intersection (360 ft)
• Zoning change – WS Connecticut Avenue from Residence A to Residence B

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will move from the public meeting to an executive session under Section 21(a)(1) of the Open Meeting Law. The closed session will be used to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual. The commission will not return to the open session after this discussion.

• Executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual (closed session)

Animal Control - Regular

The Springfield Park Commission will consider approving the minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will discuss two requests for memorial benches—one honoring John Zebb and another for all homicide victims in the Springfield area. A request to remove a significant tree at 48 Kings Lane will be reviewed. The commission will vote on authorizing Executive Director Ashe to sign contracts with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department.

• Approval of the July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Request for a memorial bench honoring John Zebb
• Request for a memorial bench for all homicide victims in Springfield
• Request to remove a significant tree at 48 Kings Lane
• Authorization for Executive Director Ashe to sign contracts with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department

Park Commission - Regular

The Springfield Park Commission will approve the minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting. It will discuss requests for two memorial benches—one honoring John Zebb and another for all homicide victims in the Springfield area. The commission will consider a request to remove a significant tree at 48 Kings Lane. It will also vote on authorizing Executive Director Ashe to sign contracts with the Hampden County Sheriff's Department.

• Approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Request for a memorial bench honoring John Zebb
• Request for a memorial bench for all Springfield homicide victims
• Request to remove a significant tree at 48 Kings Lane
• Commission approval for Executive Director Ashe to sign contracts with the Hampden County Sheriff's Department

Emergency Medical Services - Regular

The Springfield Emergency Medical Services board will approve the June 15, 2023 meeting minutes, review the AMR monthly reports, and consider any other new business items. The board will also address old business, set the date for the next meeting, and adjourn.

• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of AMR monthly reports
• Consideration of other new business (unspecified)
• Discussion of old business
• Scheduling of next meeting date

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several petitions, including a proposal to install murals at 91‑97 Chestnut Street and a request to remove windows at 49 Chestnut Street. New petitions for rooftop solar installations, window replacements, and accessory structures will also be discussed. The meeting includes items on preservation of historic buildings and review protocols for municipally funded projects.

• Petition ID #7901 – 91‑97 Chestnut Street: Installation of murals on both sides of the building
• Petition ID #8187 – 49 Chestnut Street (Museum of Fine Arts): Remove windows and infill with limestone
• Petition ID #8206 – 181 Bowdoin Street: Rooftop solar installation
• Petition ID #8209 – 164‑166 Washington Blvd: Replacement windows
• Petition ID #8252 – 175 Mill Street: Erect accessory building/garage (response to stop work order)

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Planning Board will meet to accept minutes and hold a public hearing for a new beer and wine liquor license at 600 Belmont Avenue. The board will also review non-subdivision plans and other matters.

• Public hearing for new beer and wine liquor license at 600 Belmont Avenue
• Acceptance of previous meeting minutes
• Review of non-subdivision plans
• All other matters properly before the board

City Council - Sustainability and Environment

The City Council will meet to continue a discussion on the Urban Woodlands Ordinance. The meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2024, at 12:00 PM in Hybrid Room 200.

• Continued discussion of Urban Woodlands Ordinance

Commission on Disability - Regular

The Commission on Disability will consider the proposed Monkey Building Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as sign‑in, approval of minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Monkey Building Plan – discussion of the proposed plan

City Council - General Government Sub-Committee

The General Government Sub‑Committee will consider the mayor’s appointment of Ellen Hurley to the Springfield Redevelopment Authority. The appointment would fill an unexpired term that runs until July 10, 2029. The council will vote on confirming the appointment.

• Appointment of Ellen Hurley to the Springfield Redevelopment Authority, term ends July 10 2029 (appointed by Mayor Domenic J. Sarno)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Council will review a $6,000,000 Speak for the Trees grant application. It will also act on two residential zoning change petitions for WS Connecticut Avenue and SS Wisteria Street. Several quit‑claim deed sales of city parcels to Old Hill Infill, LLC and other developers are on the agenda, along with amendments to the solid waste ordinance.

• Approval of the $6,000,000 Speak for the Trees grant (Mayor Sarno)
• Zoning change for WS Connecticut Avenue (Plot #3247) from Residence A to Residence B (Petitioner Viktor Savonin)
• Zoning change for SS Wisteria Street (Plot #3248) from Residence A to Residence B (JETS Property Development, LLC)
• Order authorizing quit‑claim deed sale of ES Hancock St. (06250‑0183) to Old Hill Infill, LLC for $500
• Amendment to Chapter 327, Solid Waste ordinance

The Springfield City Council approved a $6 million 'Speak for the Trees' grant for the Parks Department, along with 13 other grants and donations. The council also authorized the sale of 11 city-owned properties to Old Hill Infill, LLC and Springfield City of Homes Development, LLC for redevelopment. Two trash-related ordinance amendments were referred to committee for further review.

• Approved $6,000,000 Speak for the Trees grant (unanimous)
• Approved 13 additional grants and donations, including $499,661 for senior employment and $240,144 for shared streets (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 11 city-owned lots and homes to Old Hill Infill, LLC and Springfield City of Homes Development, LLC (12-0, Fenton recused)
• Approved 5-year Motorola lease for Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year IT Department lease (unanimous)
• Approved $145,829.18 PEG Access and Cable Fund Q1 payment (unanimous)
• Referred Solid Waste ordinance amendment to committee (unanimous)
• Referred Trash Rules and Regulations amendment to committee (unanimous)

School Committee - Regular

The School Committee will vote on several policy updates and the creation of two new positions. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss two specific litigation matters. Student representatives from four middle schools are scheduled to speak.

• Vote on Policy AC and Policy ACA (second votes)
• Vote on a new policy requiring one vote for amendments and two votes for new policies
• Vote on changes to BEB and BEDB policies
• Vote on Access to School Security Cameras MOU
• Vote to approve School Committee Legal Counsel and Executive Confidential Assistant positions

School Committee - Regular

The Legislative & Contracts and Budget & Finance Subcommittees will meet on September 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM in Springfield Public Schools, 1550 Main Street. They will vote to recommend that the full School Committee approve the Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee position and the School Committee Legal Counsel position. They will also vote to recommend adoption of a transportation change in the Springfield Public Schools Foster Care Policy.

• Recommend approval of the Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee position
• Recommend approval of the School Committee Legal Counsel position
• Recommend adoption of a transportation change in the Springfield Public Schools Foster Care Policy

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Police Commissioners will discuss the process for notifying members about officer-involved lethal force and the disposition of complaints handled by the Superintendent. The meeting also includes updates on force training committees and a session with POST Executive Director Enrique Zuniga.

• Review of notification process for officer-involved use of lethal force
• Discussion on disposition of complaints handled by the Superintendent
• Status update on the Use of Force Committee and SPD's Force Training Review Committee
• Presentation by POST Executive Director Enrique Zuniga
• Discussion on upcoming training

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from the August 28 hearing, consider a petition to change the manager of Mojitos Bar & Restaurant, hold informational hearings for several establishments, conduct a pre‑hearing conference for The Place 2 be, and hold a final hearing to review recent incident reports for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant and Irish Ale House.

• Approve minutes from the August 28, 2024 Board of License Commissioners hearing.
• Petition to change manager of Amapola Bakery and Bistro LLC dba Mojitos Bar & Restaurant at 497 Belmont Ave.
• Informational hearing for Blaze Restaurant Inc. dba Island Blaze Restaurant, 708 Main St, on opening status.
• Informational hearing for Select Imports dba Select Imports, 95 Boston Road, regarding lack of license since 2019.
• Final hearing administrative review of incident reports for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant (8‑15‑24) and Irish Ale House (8‑24‑24).

The Board of License Commissioners approved a change of manager for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant and continued an informational hearing for Island Blaze Restaurant to November 13, 2024. The board also took no action on several items, including a pre-hearing for The Place 2 Be and incident reports for Mojitos and Irish Ale House. No substantive decisions were made on the status of Select Imports or The Zone, which were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved minutes of August 28, 2024 with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved change of manager for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant to Nykesha M Perez (unanimous)
• Continued informational hearing for Island Blaze Restaurant to 11-13-24 (unanimous)
• Took no action on The Place 2 Be violation (unanimous)
• Took no action on Mojitos incident of 8-15-24 (unanimous)
• Took no action on Irish Ale House incident of 8-24-24 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Legislative & Contracts and Budget & Finance Subcommittees of the Springfield School Committee will meet on September 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM in Springfield Public Schools. The joint subcommittee will vote to recommend the full School Committee approve the Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee position. It will also recommend approval of the School Committee Legal Counsel position and adopt a transportation change in the Foster Care Policy.

• Vote to recommend approval of the Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee position
• Vote to recommend approval of the School Committee Legal Counsel position
• Vote to recommend adoption of the transportation change in the Springfield Public Schools Foster Care Policy

Residency Commission - Regular

The Springfield Residency Commission will approve minutes from August 2024 and hold an executive session to discuss complaints against an individual, with no return to open session.

• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024 and August 29, 2024
• Executive session to discuss complaints against an individual

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Springfield Traffic Commission will meet on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 10:15 AM in the Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided document.

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee's Legislative & Contracts and Budget & Finance subcommittees will meet to vote on recommending the approval of a security cameras agreement, policy changes, and a new administrative position to the full committee.

• Vote to approve Access to School Security Cameras MOU
• Vote to approve changes to BEB Policy and BEDB Policy
• Vote to approve Executive Confidential Assistant position
• Vote to amend Student Assignment Policy language
• Vote to adopt policy requiring two votes for new policies

Retirement Board - Regular

The Retirement Board is meeting to review disability applications, superannuation requests, and financial reports. The board will vote on several payment warrants and a $5 million redemption from the PRIT fund.

• Warrant #58: Retirement payroll of $8,047,309.06 and PRIT fund redemption of $5,000,000.00
• Warrant #57: Expenses in the amount of $918,066.48
• Involuntary Accidental Disability application for Ahmad Sharif (Police Department)
• Superannuation applications for Bill Harris, Reginald Springer, and David Wellspeak
• Vote to consider deposit placement through IntraFi Services

Board of Library Commissioners - Regular

The Springfield Library Commission will hear a presentation by Reggie Wilson, manager of East Springfield and Sixteen Acres branches. The commission will approve the minutes from its May 1 and June 5, 2024 meetings. Committee, chairman, and director reports will be presented, followed by new business, public comment, and an executive session.

• Presentation by Reggie Wilson, Manager East Springfield and Sixteen Acres Branches
• Approval of minutes from the May 1, 2024 Library Commission meeting
• Approval of minutes from the June 5, 2024 Library Commission meeting
• Commission committee reports
• Chairman’s report

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield Planning Board will consider a zoning change request (ID #8173) to reclassify a property on SS Wisteria Street from Residence A to Residence B, submitted by JETS Property Development, LLC. The board will also hear a special permit request (ID #8190) for an accessory wall sign at 1386 Main Street, submitted by Pynchon Associates, LLC. After these public hearings, the board may vote on the proposals and address any non‑subdivision plans and other matters.

• Zoning Change ID #8173: change SS Wisteria Street property from Residence A to Residence B (petitioner JETS Property Development, LLC)
• Special Permit ID #8190: accessory wall sign at 1386 Main Street (petitioner Pynchon Associates, LLC)

The Springfield Planning Board approved a zoning change for SS Wisteria Street from Residence A to Residence B, with a 6-0 vote and one abstention. The board also adopted a special permit for an accessory wall sign at 1386 (a.k.a. 1380) Main Street, with a 7-0 vote. Both items will proceed to the next stage, with the zoning change scheduled for a future meeting on 9/24/2024.

• Approved zoning change for SS Wisteria Street from Residence A to Residence B (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted special permit for accessory wall sign at 1386 Main Street (7-0)

Community Preservation Committee - Regular

The Springfield Community Preservation Committee will hold its annual public hearing to collect comments on preservation needs. It will approve the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting and review contract change requests for the Indian Orchard Fire Station and Myrtle Street Playground. The committee will also examine policies of the Historic Homes Program and receive administrative updates.

• Annual public hearing to solicit comments on community preservation needs
• Approval of the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Contract change request for Indian Orchard Fire Station
• Contract change request for Myrtle Street Playground
• Review of Historic Homes Program policies

The Community Preservation Committee held its annual public hearing and approved the June 4, 2024 minutes. Two proposed policy changes to the Historic Homes Program—raising the income eligibility from 80% to 100% AMI and increasing the minimum grant from $10,000 to $15,000—were both voted down. Contract changes for the Myrtle Street Playground and Indian Orchard Fire Station were discussed but deferred to the next meeting. The committee also noted the completed Abbey Brook Acquisition and returned funds of $29,288.02 from nine completed projects.

• Approved June 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to raise Historic Homes Program income eligibility to 100% AMI failed (1-3-1)
• Motion to raise minimum grant from $10,000 to $15,000 failed (1-2-2)
• Motion to reconsider the vote at next meeting failed (2-3)
• Deferred Myrtle Street Playground scope change pending IOCC input
• Deferred Indian Orchard Fire Station scope change pending further discussion

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will move from public to executive session under Section 21(a)(1) of the Open Meeting Law. The closed session will be used to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual. The commission will not return to open session after the discussion.

• Executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual (closed session)

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee meeting on August 29, 2024 will consider several voting items, including approval of new courses, grant expenditures, the FY2025 amended budget, and personnel positions. The committee will also vote on policy items such as Policy AC, Policy ACA, and the Student Assignment Policy. An informational discussion will address the School Committee Legal Counsel position. Reports from standing committees and the superintendent will be presented.

• Approve $35,000 expenditure from Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for FY2025 Interpreter in Education Training Grant
• Approve $373,486.11 expenditure from Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for FY2025 Intensive Assistance Grant
• Approve FY2025 Amended Budget per attached schedule
• Approve Confidential Senior Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools position
• Approve Policy AC (first vote)

License Commission - Regular

The Board will approve minutes from the August 14 meeting and consider several petitions, including a new car dealer license for AJAW LLC and manager changes for OSJL Spirits and Red Mango Kitchen. An informational hearing will review a 2024 liquor‑license inspection for P2B Springfield LLC. A pre‑hearing conference will examine a violation by Amapola Bakery for exceeding its licensed capacity.

• Petition for a new Class I (new car) dealer license for AJAW LLC at 890 Boston Rd (special permit required).
• Petition to change manager of OSJL Spirits, LLC at 1686 Boston Rd from Robert Kyser to Peter Diaz.
• Petition to change DBA from Wing Madness Springfield LLC to Red Mango Kitchen at 1287 Liberty St.
• Informational hearing for P2B Springfield LLC liquor‑license inspection at 1000 Hall of Fame Ave.
• Pre‑hearing conference on Amapola Bakery and Bistro LLC (497 Belmont Ave) for exceeding licensed capacity of 67.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider three specific zoning petitions. The board will determine if requested variances for pavement, setbacks, and lot usage are granted.

• 1643 Wilbraham Rd: request to exceed allowed pavement in the front yard
• 83 Meadowlark Ln: request to construct an attached garage not meeting side setback
• SS Pine St: request to build a two-family house on merged non-conforming lots

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Conservation Commission is meeting to consider a petition for a Certificate of Compliance. The request concerns a property located at 106-126 Island Pond Road.

• Petition (ID # 8192) for Certificate of Compliance at 106-126 Island Pond Road

School Committee - Regular

The Budget & Finance and Legislative & Contracts Subcommittees will vote to recommend that the full Springfield School Committee approve two Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education grants—$35,000 for an Interpreter in Education Training Grant and $373,486.11 for the FY2025 Intensive Assistance Grant—along with the FY2025 amended budget. They will also recommend approval of several staffing positions, including a Confidential Senior Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and an Executive Confidential Assistant to the School Committee, as well as adoption of Policies AC and ACA. Informational items include an update on Title IX 2024 compliance and discussion of the School Committee legal counsel position.

• Vote to recommend approval of $35,000 Interpreter in Education Training Grant
• Vote to recommend approval of $373,486.11 Intensive Assistance Grant
• Vote to recommend approval of the FY2025 Amended Budget
• Vote to recommend approval of the Confidential Senior Executive Assistant to the Superintendent position
• Vote to recommend acceptance of Policy AC

City Council - Public Safety

The Springfield City Council meeting on August 22, 2024 will be held at the Duggan Academy Cafeteria, 1015 Wilbraham Road. During the public portion, council members will continue discussing the Duggan Sports Complex. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Continued discussion of Duggan Sports Complex

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors is meeting to review monthly abatement totals and uncollectible taxes. The board will also enter executive sessions to discuss litigation strategy for the Appellate Tax Board and specific exemption applications.

• July 2024 Real Estate Abatement Total: $164,397.92
• July 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total: $13,730.36
• July 2024 Personal Property Abatement Total: $78,699.93
• Uncollectible Personal Property Tax for Atty Scott J Chaney: $115.81
• Charitable Exemption Applications for 4 Birnie Ave, Latino Counseling Center, Omnipoint Technology Digital Equity Inc., and Springfield College

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a site plan for a charter school pavilion and two residential zoning changes. The board will also consider a petition to move an all-alcoholic liquor license.

• Site Plan Review for a new pavilion at Springfield International Charter School, 160 Joan Street
• Zoning change from Residence A to Residence B at WS Connecticut Avenue
• Zoning change from Residence A to Residence B at SS Wisteria Street
• Petition to move an all-alcoholic liquor license from 296 Cooley Street to 436 Boston Road

Commission on Disability - Regular

The Springfield Commission on Disability will meet on August 20, 2024 at the Mason Square Library. The agenda lists three new business topics and a statement for discussion. No specific details or decisions are provided in the agenda.

School Committee - Regular

The Curriculum & Programs Subcommittee is meeting to review and recommend courses for approval by the full School Committee. The items focus on new course offerings for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Vote to recommend the course Mindful Movement
• Vote to recommend the course Video Games as Narrative
• Vote to recommend the Chapter 74 Programming and Web Development Program at the High School of Science & Technology

City Council - Finance Sub-Committee

The Springfield City Council Finance Sub‑Committee will vote on ratifying collective bargaining agreements with United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1459 and AFSCME Local 3065, which include wage increases and a $1,500 signing bonus. The council will also adopt a resolution supporting the SNAP Restaurant Meal Plan pilot. Several special permit applications for motor vehicle sales, signage, and re‑use of existing structures will be reviewed.

• Resolution supporting the SNAP Restaurant Meal Plan (average meal price $11).
• Ratification of UFCW Local 1459 agreement: $1.00 hourly raise ( $3.00 for repairmen), 2% raises in 2025‑2028, $1,500 signing bonus per employee.
• Ratification of AFSCME Local 3065 agreement: $1.00 hourly raise and 2% raises each year from 2025‑2028.
• Special Permit for motor vehicle sales/leasing at 36‑5 Cadwell Drive (owner 6S T Springfield MA, LLC).
• Special Permit for an accessory wall sign at 35 Heywood Street (owner Behavioral Heath Network).

City Council - Hearings Meeting

The Springfield City Council will ratify collective bargaining agreements for UFCW Local 1459 and AFSCME Local 3065, which include wage increases and a $1,500 signing bonus for eligible employees. The council will also adopt a resolution supporting the SNAP Restaurant Meal Plan pilot. Several special permit requests for vehicle sales, signage, and housing reuse will be considered.

• Ratify UFCW Local 1459 agreement: $1/hr raise ( $3/hr for repairmen ), 2% annual raises through 2028, and a $1,500 one‑time signing bonus
• Ratify AFSCME Local 3065 agreement: $1/hr raise and 2% annual raises through 2028
• Adopt SNAP Restaurant Meal Plan resolution supporting the state pilot program
• Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales/Leasing at 36‑5 Cadwell Drive (owner 6S T Springfield MA, LLC)
• Special Permit for an accessory wall sign at 35 Heywood Street (owner Behavioral Heath Network)

Animal Control - Regular

The Springfield Animal Control Board will conduct hearings on several dangerous and nuisance dog cases at the August 15 meeting. Cases include dogs at 90 High St, 64 California Ave, 373 Orange St, 98 Garnet St, and 27 Hickory St, among others. The board will consider motions to deem dogs dangerous or nuisance and may set conditions or impoundments.

• Dangerous/Nuisance Dog Hearing for two dogs at 90 High St (owner: Harrison Bonner, BC Mass Holding, LLC)
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for a dog named Mia at 64 California Ave (owner: Peter Pallucci)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for two dogs at 373 Orange St (owner: Tapocio Maldonado)
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for two dogs at 98 Garnet St (owner: Gary Forney)
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for dogs Ace & Kodi at 27 Hickory St (owner: Franceska Garcia)

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is holding a meeting to discuss new business. The primary item is a hearing regarding a proposal by Gonetspeed to install fiber optic infrastructure.

• Hearing for Gonetspeed to install approximately 500 ft of 4” conduit with fiber optic cable 24” below ground level from pole #12 to pole #2073/3B on Wisteria Street

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing on a proposal to install a 4‑inch fiber‑optic conduit. The conduit would run about 324 feet, 24 inches below ground, from pole #22 on Grayson Drive to pole #8 on Jennings Street. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2024 at the Richard Neal Municipal Operations Center, 70 Tapley Street.

• Install 4" conduit with fiber optic cable (~324 ft, 24" deep) from pole #22 on Grayson Drive to pole #8 on Jennings St.

Historical Commission - Regular

The Historical Commission is holding public hearings on several property modifications. The body will consider continued petitions for murals and roofing changes, as well as new requests for accessibility and restoration work.

• 91-97 Chestnut Street: Installation of murals to either side of building
• 34 Westernview Street: Replace slate roof shingles with asphalt
• 80 Fairfield Street: Install handicap access ramp to rear of property
• 83-85 Thompson Street: Removal and restoration of first-floor front porch
• 49 Chestnut Street (Museum of Fine Arts): Remove windows and infill with limestone

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Springfield Board of Police Commissioners will meet on August 14, 2024 at the Springfield Training Facility, 299 Page Blvd. They will approve the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting. The board will discuss the IIU Training schedule. In executive session, they will decide whether to hold a hearing on Special Order #24-015 concerning officer misconduct.

• Approve minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting
• Discuss IIU Training schedule
• Executive session to consider hearing on Special Order #24-015 (officer misconduct)

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will vote on a series of items, including approval of meeting minutes, numerous disability and superannuation applications, and financial matters such as warrants and monthly reports. The board will specifically consider warrants for refunds, expenses, transfers, and a retirement payroll amount of $8,037,477.42. Additional votes cover redeposit of past refunds, acceptance of new members, and acceptance of June financial reports.

• Approve warrants: $73,326.03 refunds, $34,818.93 expenses, $327,496.89 transfers, $16,671.61 refunds, $33,946.22 refunds, $89,241.43 expenses, $64,379.45 transfers, $8,037,477.42 retirement payroll
• Approve twelve superannuation retirement allowance calculations
• Approve redeposit of refunds for five employees from prior years
• Approve acceptance of multiple Involuntary Accidental Disability applications from Police and Fire departments
• Accept monthly financial reports for June

License Commission - Regular

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will approve minutes from the July 24 meeting, consider a petition to transfer a Chinese restaurant license, hold informational hearings on a car‑title complaint and a banquet hall issue, conduct a pre‑hearing conference on violations at Le Souk Hookah Lounge, and hold a final hearing on the liquor license status for Graham’s Package Store. The board will also review incident reports for Irish Ale House and Rose.

• Approve minutes from the July 24 Board of License Commissioners hearing
• Petition to transfer license from Peacocks MA Inc. to Dragon Castle Inc. at 338 Cooley Street
• Informational hearing on Fast Lane Auto Sales complaint about a car title
• Pre‑hearing conference on Le Souk Hookah Lounge violations (outdoor entertainment and dress‑code enforcement) at 1 Worthington Street
• Final hearing on Graham’s Package Store liquor license status at 1649‑1651 Main Street

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Springfield Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for determination of applicability for a geotechnical boring program associated with Line 1322 replacement. The request is submitted by NSTAR Electric Company doing business as Eversource Energy, represented by Tighe & Bond, Inc. The project area is in the general vicinity of North Branch Parkway, Sunrise Terrace, and Breckwood Circle. After the hearing, the commission may address any other matters properly before it.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability for Geotechnical Boring Program, Line 1322 Replacement Project – applicant NSTAR/Eversource, location near North Branch Parkway, Sunrise Terrace, Breckwood Circle
• All Other Matters Properly Before the Commission

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will review public meeting minutes from June and July and reassess Parcel ID #043250097 on Eastern Avenue for FY2014‑FY2024. It will then vote to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board matters, personal exemption applications, and FY2023 preliminary tax abatements. Additional agenda items include review of executive session minutes and discussion of charitable exemption applications.

• Review public meeting minutes from 6/13/2024, 7/16/2024, and 7/24/2024
• Reassessment of Parcel ID #043250097 – Eastern Ave (FY2014‑FY2024)
• Vote to enter executive session for ATB docket review (litigation strategy)
• Vote to enter executive session for personal exemption applications
• Vote to enter executive session for FY2023 preliminary tax abatements

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Springfield Traffic Commission will review several new traffic items, including installing three‑way stop signs at Fair Oak Rd. and Forest Hill Rd., adding temporary no‑parking zones on Sheldon Street and Dickinson Street, and changing Trenton Street to a one‑way pattern. The commission will also consider honorary street signs for local honorees, a new crosswalk for Springfield Commonwealth Academy at Maple Street, and a parking space request for Farmstore at State and Dwight Streets. These items will be discussed and voted on at the August 7 meeting.

• 24-14: Install three‑way stop signs at Fair Oak Rd. and Forest Hill Rd.
• 24-19: Change traffic pattern on Trenton Street to one‑way.
• 24-22: Implement a 90‑day trial of no‑parking any time at 642‑640 Dickinson Street.
• 24-20: Add a crosswalk for Springfield Commonwealth Academy at Maple Street.
• 24-21: Approve a parking space for Farmstore at the corner of State Street and Dwight Street.

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Assessors will review meeting minutes and a property reassessment for Eastern Ave. The board will also enter executive sessions to discuss litigation strategies for the Appellate Tax Board and various tax exemption applications.

• Reassessment of Parcel ID # 043250097 - ES Eastern Ave for FY2014 thru FY2024
• Review of 8 of 58 application for 380 Plainfield St
• Charitable exemption applications for 4 Birnie Ave, Latino Counseling Center, Inc., Omnipoint Technology Digtial Equity Inc. (1666 main St.), and Springfield College (263 Alden Street)
• Appellate Tax Board litigation strategy for Smith & Wesson, Outdoor Media, F B Development, Liberty Medical, Boston Road Properties LLC, South Campus BH Holdings LLC, CNI, City Wide, and Bel Air

City Council - Sustainability and Environment

The Springfield Traffic Commission will consider several traffic‑related actions, including installing new stop signs, temporary no‑parking zones, honorary street signs, a crosswalk, and a parking space. A key item is the proposal to change Trenton Street to a one‑way street. The commission will also accept the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting.

• 24-14: Install 3‑way stop signs at Fair Oak Road and Forest Hill Road
• 24-19: Change traffic pattern on Trenton Street to one‑way
• 24-20: Add a crosswalk for Springfield Commonwealth Academy at Maple Street
• 24-21: Provide a parking space for Farmstore at State Street and Dwight Street
• 24-22: Implement a 90‑day no‑parking trial at 640‑642 Dickinson Street

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review Human Resources residency data. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss complaints or charges against an individual.

• Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
• Review of Human Resources Residency Data
• Executive session regarding complaints or charges against an individual

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission met to continue several pending public hearings regarding building renovations and to approve a certificate of non-applicability for a foundation repair project. The body also scheduled a public speak-out session.

• Continued petition for murals at 91-97 Chestnut Street
• Continued petition for porch renovations at 43 Ingersoll Grove
• Approved foundation repair at 92 Buckingham Street
• Continued petition for porch steps at 92 Buckingham Street
• Scheduled public speak-out session

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Zoning Board of Appeals met on July 31, 2024 at City Hall, Room 9. The agenda contains only the call to order and a public portion heading, with no specific items listed. No decisions or proposals are documented in the provided agenda.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular

The agenda for the Springfield Zoning Board of Appeals on July 31, 2024 contains only procedural entries such as the call to order and a public portion. No specific rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. Therefore, no decisions or discussions are scheduled in the provided agenda.

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will meet on July 30, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. to review funding schedules. The discussion will focus on the results of the actuarial valuation dated January 1, 2024. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss funding schedules based on the Jan 1 2024 actuarial valuation

Park Commission - Regular

The Springfield Park Commission will approve the June 13 meeting minutes and discuss several items, including a significant tree removal request at 34 Oregon Street, a Chapter 87 violation appeal for 131 Park Road, and the appointment of Clinton Harris as CPA. The commission will also consider a rate increase for Cyr Arena, fee waiver requests for the Wakeup Movement and a one‑day liquor license for Veronica McNair, and a gate request for Porter Lake Dam Road. Additional agenda items involve a memorial bench request and updates on Greenleaf Park, Kenefick Park, and Joe Luvera Way.

• Significant tree removal request at 34 Oregon Street
• Chapter 87 violation appeal for 131 Park Road
• Cyr Arena rate increase
• Waiver of all event fees for Wakeup Movement
• One‑day liquor license request for Veronica McNair

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will review several tax abatement requests and property reassessments. The body will also meet in executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Appellate Tax Board dockets and personal exemption applications.

• Reassessment of Parcel ID # 043250097 - ES Eastern Ave for FY2014 thru FY2024
• Tax abatements including PID # 021700016 for amounts of $2,584.44, $2,814.20, and $4,587.25
• Charitable/Statutory Exemption Applications for 4 Birnie Ave, Latino Counseling Center, Inc., and 1666 Main St
• ATB Docket Review for entities including Smith & Wesson, Outdoor Media, and Liberty Medical
• Review of 8 of 58 Applications for 380 Plainfield St

License Commission - Regular

The Board of License Commissioners is meeting to consider a new liquor license and a pre-hearing conference regarding a capacity violation. The board will also review an incident report for a hookah establishment.

• Petition for New Annual Wines & Malt Beverage Restaurant License for Nilale LLC d/b/a Banana Brasil at 995 Boston Rd
• Pre-hearing conference for Amapola Bakery and Bistro LLC d/b/a Mojitos Bar & Restaurant at 497 Belmont Ave regarding exceeding capacity of 67
• Administrative review of incident report for Le Souk Hookah dated 6-28-24

Commission on Disability - Regular

The Commission on Disability will convene at the Mason Square Library to approve minutes and discuss new business topics. The next meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from a prior meeting
• Discussion of new business topics
• Next meeting scheduled for August 20, 2024

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Board of Assessors will review property tax abatements and a reassessment for Eastern Ave. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss litigation strategy for the Appellate Tax Board and personal exemption applications.

• Reassessment of Parcel ID # 043250097 - ES Eastern Ave (FY2014-FY2024)
• Tax abatement for PID # 021700016 totaling $9,985.89 across FY2021, FY2022, and FY2023
• Tax abatement for PID # 050650001 in the amount of $845.49 (FY2014)
• Exemption application for New North Citizens Council Inc. at 4 Birnie Ave.
• Exemption application for Omnipoint Technology Digital Equity Inc. at 1666 Main St.

City Council - Public Safety

The City Council will hold a public portion to discuss street lights in Springfield. No decisions are noted in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM in Hybrid Room 200.

• Discussion of street lights in the City of Springfield

Animal Control - Regular

The Animal Control Board will hold a series of dangerous and nuisance dog hearings at the July 18 meeting. Hearings include cases for dogs at 90 High St, 1859 Roosevelt Ave, 64 California Ave, 46 Hampden St, and 373 Orange St, among others. The board will also approve minutes from the March 13 and May 2 meetings.

• Dangerous/Nuisance Dog Hearing for two dogs at 90 High St (owner Harrison Bonner, BC Mass Holding, LLC)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for dog named Emmy at 1859 Roosevelt Ave (owner Amanda‑Lee Camacho)
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for dog named Mia at 64 California Ave (owner Peter Pallucci)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for dog named Dino at 46 Hampden St (owner Ruvelson Perez)
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for two dogs at 373 Orange St (owner Tapocio Maldonado)

License Commission - Entertainment Hearing

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold an entertainment hearing. The hearing will consider the entertainment license applications for Cafe D 'Jolie at 1365 Main St (manager Pedro Perez) and Nosh at 1341 Main St (manager Teri L. Skinner). It is scheduled for July 18, 2024 at 11:30 AM in room 222 on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

• Entertainment license application for Cafe D 'Jolie, 1365 Main St, manager Pedro Perez
• Entertainment license application for Nosh, 1341 Main St, manager Teri L. Skinner

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hear continued petitions for murals at 91-97 Chestnut Street and window color changes at 55 Emery Street. The meeting also includes new public hearings for mailbox installations, duplex construction, and various exterior renovations at multiple addresses.

• Continue petition for murals at 91-97 Chestnut Street
• Continue petition for window color changes at 55 Emery Street
• Public hearing for duplex construction at 213 Pine Street
• Public hearing for mailbox installation at 76 Maple Street
• Informational review for antenna installation at 101 State Street

Public Health Council - Regular

The Springfield Public Health Council will meet on July 17, 2024 to review several health center topics. Items include updates on the C3 program, dental services, staffing, incident and grievance reports, program data, and a finance report. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• C3 Updates
• Dental
• Staffing
• Incident/Grievances
• Finance Report

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Planning Board will hold multiple animal control hearings, including dangerous dog hearings for dogs at 90 High St, 1859 Roosevelt Ave, 46 Hampden St, 373 Orange St, 192 Harkness Ave, 98 Garnet St, 27 Hickory St, 460 Canon Cir, 101 Quincy St, and 49 Girard Ave. In this meeting the board voted 5‑0 to deem the dog Malikai at 58 Daviston St dangerous and subsequently voted 3‑2 to order its euthanasia. Additional nuisance dog hearings are scheduled for dogs at 40 Champlain St, 81 Clearbrook Dr, and 5 Bretton Rd.

• Dangerous Dog Hearing for Malikai at 58 Daviston St – board deemed dangerous and voted for euthanasia
• Dangerous/Nuisance Dog Hearing for two dogs at 90 High St owned by Harrison Bonner
• Dangerous Dog Hearing for dog named Emmy at 1859 Roosevelt Ave owned by Amanda‑Lee Camacho
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for two pitbulls at 40 Champlain St owned by Grace & Mike Perez
• Nuisance Dog Hearing for Stella and Archie at 81 Clearbrook Dr owned by Peter Trase and Jamie Reuling

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors will review minutes from recent meetings and present monthly tax abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property for May and June 2024. It will then vote to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy for matters before the Appellate Tax Board, personal exemption applications, and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements. Specific cases such as Smith & Wesson, Outdoor Media, and Liberty Medical (125 Liberty Street) will be considered in closed session.

• Review of monthly abatement totals: Real Estate $7,473.65 (May) and $81,838.09 (June)
• Motor Vehicle Excise abatement totals: $24,792.26 (May) and $48,851.38 (June)
• Personal Property abatement totals: $125,707.47 (May) and $3,390.71 (June)
• Vote to enter executive session to discuss ATB litigation strategy
• Executive session to consider personal exemptions and FY 2023 preliminary tax abatements

Residency Commission - Regular

The Residency Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 4, 2024. The commission will also enter an executive session to discuss complaints or charges brought against an individual and will not return to open session.

• Approval of April 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Executive session for case assignment regarding complaints or charges against an individual

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding an Eversource project on Central Street. The proposal involves the installation of 10 manholes with 12-5” duct banks.

• Hearing for Eversource to install 10 manholes with 12-5” duct banks on Central Street

School Committee - Regular

The committee will meet in executive session to discuss negotiation strategies regarding the employment contract for Dr. Sonia Dinnall. In open session, members will vote on that contract and the appointment of an interim secretary.

• Vote to approve the Springfield Public Schools employment contract for Dr. Sonia Dinnall
• Appointment of Teresa Montemayor as Interim Secretary to the School Committee

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will vote on financial warrants for payroll, expenses, and fund redemptions. The meeting includes reviews of disability applications and superannuation requests for various city employees. The board will also receive updates on banking services and monthly financial reports.

• Vote on retirement payroll warrant of $7,834,422.61
• Review of disability applications for Daniel McKay and Timothy McCullough
• Approval of seven superannuation applications
• Consideration of 13 redeposits of refunds
• Redemption from the PRIT fund in the amount of $6,300,000.00

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board will discuss the BOPC budget and upcoming quarterly status with the court. The meeting also includes an introduction of City Solicitor Stephen Buoniconti and a discussion on training dates.

• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
• Introduction of City Solicitor Stephen Buoniconti
• Discussion regarding the BOPC budget
• Review of upcoming quarterly status with the court
• Discussion on training dates

License Commission - Regular

The Board will consider several new restaurant license petitions and manager changes. The meeting also includes a pre-hearing conference regarding a capacity violation at Mojitos Bar & Restaurant.

• New wine and malt beverage license for Banana Brasil at 995 Boston Rd
• Change of closing hours from 12am to 2am for Osteria at 301 Bridge Street
• Manager and officer changes for Uno Chicago Grill at 1722 Boston Rd
• Pre-hearing conference regarding a capacity violation at Mojitos Bar & Restaurant
• Informational hearing for New England Motorcars at 720 Berkshire Avenue

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will meet to vote on the Custodians (SASCE) collective bargaining agreement. The committee will also consider the appointment and employment contract for Dr. Sonia Dinnall as SEZP Chief of Family and Community Engagement.

• Vote to approve the Custodians (SASCE) collective bargaining agreement
• Appointment of Dr. Sonia Dinnall as SEZP Chief of Family and Community Engagement
• Approval of employment contract for Dr. Sonia Dinnall

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding Eversource Gas infrastructure. The proposal involves installing new plastic underground gas facilities at Main Street and Morgan Street and retiring existing low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure.

• Hearing for Eversource Gas to install new plastic underground gas facilities at Main Street and Morgan Street

Conservation Commission - Regular

The Springfield Conservation Commission will meet to review a certificate of compliance petition for the property at 1112 Boston Road. The agenda also includes a public portion and other matters brought before the commission.

• Certificate of Compliance for 1112 Boston Road (Petition #8119)

City Council - PILOT- New Revenue

The City Council will hold a continued discussion regarding strategies to increase City Revenue. No other specific items of business were listed in the agenda.

• Continued discussion on strategy to increase City Revenue

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council will consider several state and municipal grants, including funds for community mitigation and police enforcement. The agenda also includes reports on revenue, upcoming primary election details, and utility petitions. Additionally, the council will consider orders regarding retirement account transfers and property appropriations.

• FY25 Municipal Community Mitigation Fund grant of $2,864,800
• $500,000 transfer from the Stabilization Reserve to the City Retirement Account
• Appropriation order for damages to nine properties on Liberty Street totaling $634,000
• Mass Gaming Commission Grant Amendment of $1,210,383.40 for police enforcement costs
• Ratification of the AFSCME Local 1596A Collective Bargaining Agreement

License Commission - Entertainment Hearing

The Springfield City Council will meet on July 8, 2024. The agenda includes a continued discussion regarding strategies to increase city revenue.

• Continued discussion on strategy to increase City Revenue

Election Commission - Regular

The Springfield Election Commission will welcome new commissioners and elect a chair. The meeting includes a review of the election calendar, early voting details, and specific polling locations in Ward 1.

• Election of Chair
• Review of Election Calendar
• Early Voting calendar and locations
• Polling location review for Ward 1 Precinct D, D1, E

Animal Control - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding an Eversource proposal for St. James Circle. The request involves installing one stub pole, guy, and anchor approximately three feet off the road on the east side of the circle.

• Hearing for Eversource to install a utility pole, guy, and anchor at St. James Circle

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding an EVERSOURCE proposal. The request involves installing one stub pole, guy, and anchor approximately three feet off the road on the east side of St. James Circle.

• Hearing for EVERSOURCE to install a utility pole, guy, and anchor at St. James Circle

License Commission - Regular

The Board of License Commissioners will conduct informational hearings for Fuego Sports Bar LLC and New England Motorcars. The board will also perform administrative reviews of incident reports for Irish Ale House and One Stop Discount Liquors.

• Informational hearing for Fuego Sports Bar LLC (885 Carew St) regarding manager presence during past incidents
• Informational hearing for New England Motorcars (720 Berkshire Avenue) regarding sales in Denver
• Administrative review of an incident report for Irish Ale House from May 27, 2024
• Administrative review of an incident report for One Stop Discount Liquors from June 1, 2024

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board will review meeting minutes and tax warrants for the 2025 fiscal year. This includes CPA Surcharge, Real Estate Tax, and Personal Property Tax amounts. The Board will also discuss policy creation regarding unpaid motor vehicle excise.

• FY2025 Real Estate Tax warrant of $113,023,553.46
• FY2025 Personal Property Tax warrant of $16,416,935.26
• FY2025 CPA Surcharge warrant of $1,183,356.96
• Policy creation for unpaid motor vehicle excise
• Review of exemption applications including 4 Birnie Ave and 125 Liberty Street

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works will hold a hearing regarding an Eversource project on Sumner Avenue. The proposal involves installing new manholes and various conduits encased in concrete.

• Hearing for installation of 6 new precast manholes and rebuilding 4 existing manholes
• Installation of 1501 ft. of 5” conduits encased in concrete
• Installation of 297 ft. of 4” conduits encased in concrete
• Installation of 584 ft. of 4”/5” conduit lateral runs encased in concrete

Emergency Medical Services - Regular

The meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of June 15, 2023 minutes. The board will also review AMR monthly reports.

• Approval of June 15, 2023 minutes
• AMR Monthly Reports

Historical Commission - Regular

The commission will hold new public hearings for projects including solar installation and porch reconstruction. It will also continue discussions on previously postponed petitions regarding window replacements and mural installations.

• Solar installation at 137 Forest Park Avenue
• Porch demolition and rebuild at 14 Fairfield Street
• Window replacement at 33 Avon Place
• Siding changes at 43 Ingersoll Grove
• Antenna installation review for 101 State Street

School Committee - Regular

The Springfield School Committee will vote on several financial and administrative items. These include a $1,440,000.00 appropriation from carryover funds and the ratification of an agreement with the Clerks (AFSCME) union.

• $1,440,000.00 appropriation from carryover for investments
• $47,730.00 expenditure for FAFSA Completion Grant
• Ratification of the MOA with the Clerks (AFSCME) union
• Extension of Dr. Sonia Dinnall's start date as Superintendent
• Approval of revised Attendance Policy

Commission on Disability - Regular

The agenda for the June 18, 2024, Commission on Disability meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific new or old business topics are listed in the document.

• Approval of minutes

School Committee - Regular

The Student and Parent Concerns Subcommittee will meet to review school attendance procedures. The subcommittee is scheduled to vote on whether to recommend a revised Attendance Policy to the full School Committee.

• Vote to recommend a revised Attendance Policy to the full School Committee

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is holding a hearing regarding Eversource's proposal for the Emma Lane subdivision. The project involves installing 140 feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe on Allan Street.

• Hearing for installation of 140 feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe on Allan Street

City Council - Hearings Meeting

The Springfield City Council is reviewing several petitions during this hearings meeting. These include requests for new stop signs, honorary street names, and changes to special permits for motor vehicle-related businesses.

• Stop sign installation at the intersection of Fountain Street and Sylvan Street
• Honorary street sign for Stephen Athas Way at Green Leaf Community parking lot entrance
• Special permit for motor vehicle repairs at 235 Mill Street
• Amendment to a motor vehicle junk yard permit at 33 Oakdale Street

Park Commission - Regular

The Springfield Park Commission meeting includes discussions on park updates and fee waivers. The agenda also features proposals to name Blunt Park Pavilion after Jay Griffin and Cyr Arena after Cheryl Clapprood.

• Naming Blunt Park Pavilion after Jay Griffin
• Naming Cyr Arena after Cheryl Clapprood
• Blunt Park Phase II update
• One-day liquor license requests
• Tree violation appeal

City Council - Health and Human Services

The Health and Human Services committee will hold discussions during the public portion of the meeting. Topics include water quality, HAA5 noncompliance, fee increases, and a construction project update.

• Discussion of water quality and HAA5 noncompliance
• Discussion of fee increase
• Update on construction project

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board of Assessors is reviewing warrants to be sent to collectors regarding fiscal year 2024 taxes. These items include adjustments for omitted real estate and personal property, as well as supplemental real estate taxes.

• $42,658.57 in omitted real estate property (FY2024)
• $26,977.59 in supplemental real estate tax (FY2024)
• $6,462.33 in omitted personal property (FY2024)
• $1,236.26 CPA Surcharge (FY2024)

School Committee - Regular

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will vote on recommendations for the full School Committee regarding various expenditures and policy updates. This includes approving a $1,272,895.00 appropriation from carryover funds and a $47,730.00 grant for FAFSA completion.

• $1,272,895.00 appropriation from carryover funds
• $47,730.00 FAFSA Completion Grant expenditure
• FY2025 tuition rates for Public Day and Alternative School programs
• Student Assignment Policy language amendment
• Update on District Student Activity Funds

School Committee - Regular

The Legislative & Contracts Subcommittee will vote on recommendations for the Access to School Security Cameras MOU and the Empowerment Zone MOU. The subcommittee will also discuss changes to agenda-setting policies and review legal contracts.

• Vote on Access to School Security Cameras MOU
• Vote on Empowerment Zone MOU
• Discussion of School Committee Policy (File: BEDB)
• Review of Bulkley, Richardson, and Gelinas, LLP contract
• Review of School Legal Counsel contract

License Commission - Entertainment Hearing

The Springfield Board of License Commissioners will hold an entertainment hearing on June 13, 2024. The session includes reviews for entertainment licenses at two locations on Main Street.

• Entertainment license hearing for Cafe D 'Jolie, 1365 Main St
• Entertainment license hearing for Nosh, 1341 Main St

Board of Police Commissioners - Regular

The Board will review minutes from May 8, 2024, and receive a NACOLE update. An Executive Session is scheduled to discuss and vote on the discipline or dismissal of an employee related to POST Case No. 23-002-C.

• Approval of May 8, 2024 minutes
• NACOLE update
• POST certification Case No. 23-002-C

License Commission - Regular

The Board of License Commissioners will review petitions for several new business licenses and changes to corporate structures. The meeting also includes informational hearings regarding Fuego Sports Bar and New England Motorcars. Additionally, the board will review an incident report from Mojitos Bar & Restaurant.

• New Car Dealer and Junkyard licenses for Rydemore Heavy Duty Truck Part Inc. at 338 Rucus St
• New Car Dealer and Junkyard licenses for Rey’s Alignment and Suspension Center LLC at 491 Allen Ave
• New Car Dealer license for AJAW LLC at 890 Boston Rd
• Changes to officers and managers for Log Rolling at 200 Trafton Rd and Pride Operating, LLC
• Review of a May 23, 2024 incident report for Mojitos Bar & Restaurant

Public Health Council - Regular

The Springfield Public Health Council will review several items regarding health center business. The agenda includes discussions on staffing, the Northampton site relocation, and an upcoming HRSA operational site visit.

• Northampton Site Relocation
• PVTA Bus Stop discussion
• HRSA Operational Site Visit (June 25-27)
• Health Center finance and data reports

Retirement Board - Regular

The Springfield Retirement Board will vote on superannuation applications for seven employees from the School and Police Departments. The meeting also includes consideration of financial warrants, a disability application, and the selection of a fifth board member.

• Superannuation applications for seven School Department and Police Department employees
• Warrant #38 for retirement payroll totaling $7,968,336.90
• Disability application for Mark Correa of the Fire Department
• Selection of a fifth Board Member
• Redeposit of refunds for four individuals

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is holding a public hearing regarding Eversource's work on Rencelau Street. The proposal involves installing new plastic underground gas facilities and retiring existing low-pressure cast iron infrastructure.

• Public hearing for Eversource to install new plastic underground gas facilities on Rencelau Street
• Retirement of low-pressure cast iron gas infrastructure on Rencelau Street

School Committee - Special Meeting

The School Committee will meet to vote on ratifying Interim Superintendent Michelle Balch's contract and approving a Renaissance School field trip. The committee also plans to enter executive session to discuss bargaining strategies for paraprofessionals and an employment contract negotiation.

• Ratification of contract for Interim Superintendent Michelle Balch
• Approval of Renaissance School field trip to Red Gate Farm
• Discussion of Paraprofessionals (AFT) collective bargaining strategy
• Discussion of Dr. Sonia Dinnall employment contract negotiation

Conservation Commission - Regular

The board will vote on retirement applications for seven employees from the School and Police departments. They will also consider financial warrants, including $7,968,336.90 for retirement payroll. Additionally, the board will review information to select a fifth board member.

• Retirement applications for seven employees in the School and Police departments
• Financial warrants including $7,968,336.90 for retirement payroll
• Disability application for Fire Department employee Mark Correa
• Selection of a fifth board member

Board of Public Works - Regular

The Board of Public Works is holding a public hearing regarding an Eversource project. The proposal involves installing new plastic underground gas facilities in Willard Avenue and retiring existing low-pressure cast iron infrastructure.

• Public hearing for Eversource to install new plastic underground gas facilities on Willard Ave.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several budget transfers and infrastructure projects. Items include a bond authorization for street construction and the sale of city-owned railroad property.

• $1,933,330 bond authorization for Dwight Street resurfacing and safety improvements
• Sale of Boston & Albany RR property at Hendee Street and Factory Road for $40,000
• $1,000,000 transfer from FY23 Free Cash to FY25 estimated revenues
• $470,000 transfer within the Police Department to the Extra Detail Fund
• $4,730,115.05 allocation of FY23 Certified Free Cash to the Stabilization Reserve Fund

School Committee - Special Meeting

The Springfield Public Schools School Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on an interim superintendent. This selection will determine who manages district operations while the permanent leadership role remains vacant.

• Discuss and vote on selecting an interim superintendent

Residency Commission - Regular

The Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership Board will hold its regular meeting on June 6, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the High School of Commerce (415 State St.). The posted agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, with no specific projects, contracts, or policy changes listed. Attendees may speak during a 15-minute public comment period.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Preparation for future agenda items requiring a vote
• Public comment period limited to 15 minutes

Springfield Empowerment Zone - Regular

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and board business. The board will review prior meeting minutes and address items requiring a vote.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Agenda items requiring a vote

Board of Public Works - Regular

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the time and location of the meeting. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the text.

Historical Commission - Regular

The Springfield Historical Commission will hold public hearings on several property petitions. These include proposed duplex construction at 213 Pine Street and the demolition of a single-family home at 46 Wilton Street. The agenda also includes reviews for solar panels, fences, and antenna installations.

• Construction of two new duplexes at 213 Pine Street
• Demolition of a single-family home at 46 Wilton Street
• Installation of solar panels at 66 Dartmouth Street
• Antenna installation review for 101 State Street
• Window and fence installations at various locations

Traffic Commission - Regular

The Traffic Commission is meeting to consider several traffic-related items. These include requests for two honorary street signs and the installation of stop signs at a specific intersection.

• Honorary sign for Rocky Marciano at the intersection of Main Street and William Street
• Honorary sign for Stephen Athas Way at the Green Leaf Community parking lot entrance
• Stop signs at the intersection of Sylvan Street and Fountain Street

Board of Assessor - Regular Meeting

The Board will review April abatement totals for real estate, motor vehicle excise, and personal property. Members will also discuss policy creation regarding unpaid motor vehicle excise. Additionally, the board will review several charitable and statutory exemption applications.

• April Real Estate Abatement Total of $181,872.20
• April Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement Total of $41,169.19
• April Personal Property Abatement Total of $19,743.37
• Charitable exemption applications for 4 Birnie Ave and Latino Counseling Center, Inc.
• Policy creation for unpaid motor vehicle excise

City Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Springfield City Planning Board will hold public hearings on two liquor license applications for properties at 436 Boston Road and 995 Boston Road. The board will also consider a one-year extension to the site plan review approval for 543 Boston Road, and vote on nominations for the Community Preservation Committee. These items determine whether specific commercial operations can proceed or continue at their listed addresses under city regulations.

• Public hearing on liquor license relocation from 296 Cooley Street to 436 Boston Road (Assad & Paul, LLC)
• New public hearing for beer and wine license at 995 Boston Road (Nilale, LLC d/b/a Banana Brazil)
• Request for one-year site plan review extension at 543 Boston Road
• Nomination and vote for Community Preservation Committee members

Board of Library Commissioners - Regular

The Board of Library Commissioners will hear a presentation from Cherokee Lowe, manager of the East Forest Park and Forest Park branches. The agenda also includes committee, chairman, and director reports.

• Presentation by Cherokee Lowe regarding East Forest Park and Forest Park branches
• Approval of May 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Commission Committee Reports
• Chairman's Report
• Director's Report