Springfield budget

T.J. Plante oversaw municipal finances in Springfield for 16 years

City Councilors approve using $3 million in free cash

Concerns voiced over the impact on property taxes

Civilian board has no line item in the mayor's recommended budget

Mayor Domenic Sarno recommends a $878 million budget for FY2024

City Council plans three hearings in the neighborhoods

Latest transfer is $500,000 with more to follow as comptroller eyes winter gas and light bills

Property tax relief is discussed during budget debate

Sarno wants to use free cash to reduce tax levy, expand abatements for homeowners

A new budget is in place in Springfield, Massachusetts for the fiscal year that starts July 1st. After a prolonged debate over funding for police training…