On Tuesday, December 17, the City Council voted on the shift factor that set the tax rate for residential and commercial properties. For the first time in years, favorable shifts were presented and concluded a significant reduction of tax rates for both residential and commercial properties. However, the average single-family home tax bill will still … Continued
HOLYOKE — The City of Holyoke will host an observance of Kwanzaa on Saturday, December 28, at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Kwanzaa, which is observed annually the last week of December, celebrates African heritage and Kwanzaa’s seven principles: Umoja (Unity) To strive for unity in the family, community, nation, and race; Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) To define ourselves, … Continued
It’s that time of the year! The City Council will convene at a Special Meeting scheduled for Monday, December 16 at 7:00 pm to vote on a shift factor that will determine the tax rate for residential and commercial properties. Before deliberating on how to balance the tax burden between these categories, I am introducing to the … Continued
Holyoke City Hall to Host Hanukkah Observance December 26 at 5:30 p.m. HOLYOKE — A Hanukkah observance organized by Congregation Sons of Zion in collaboration with Congregation Rodphey Sholom will be held at Holyoke City Hall, 536 Dwight Street, on Thursday, December 26, at 5:30 p.m. The public is invited. This ninth annual celebration at City … Continued
HOLYOKE — The City’s traditional celebration of the holiday season will kick off Saturday, December 7. From 3 until 5 p.m., the Holyoke Merry Go Round at Heritage Park will offer free rides. Children and families will have the opportunity to pose for photos with holiday characters. Also, at the Holyoke Children’s Museum, young people … Continued
Holyoke — The finalist for the position of Police Chief will be interviewed by Mayor Joshua A. Garcia in a public session on Thursday, December 5, at 4 p.m. The interview will be conducted in City Council Chambers at Holyoke City Hall, 536 Dwight Street. The interview will conclude a competitive selection process facilitated by … Continued
HOLYOKE — The City of Holyoke has been awarded state and federal grants totaling $247,850 to fund the preparation of a comprehensive speed-management plan to bring about safer streets. “This is extremely good news and great timing,” said Holyoke Mayor Joshua A. Garcia. “With these combined funding, we can work up a comprehensive, strategic approach … Continued
Dear HPS Students, Families, Staff, and Community Members, On behalf of the School Committee and Holyoke Public Schools team, we are energized that Acting Commissioner Johnston announced earlier today his provisional decision to remove Holyoke Public Schools’ chronically underperforming designation at the end of the school year, anticipated for July 1, 2025. This announcement reflects … Continued
HOLYOKE – The search for a new Police Chief has been extended by two weeks after one of the two finalists for the position withdrew his candidacy, according to Holyoke Mayor Joshua A. Garcia. The Mayor’s scheduled final interview of the finalist/s for the position of Police Chief has been postponed. That interview session had … Continued
Property owners in Holyoke can now tackle graffiti defacement with the support of theCity. The Holyoke Board of Health has introduced a new initiative to assist property owners in removing unwanted graffiti, utilizing the newly acquired” Graffiti Eater.” The Graffiti Eater is a state-of-the-art trailer equipped with a power washing machine and eco-friendly materials designed … Continued
