FAQ: Special Election on January 28, 2025 On January 28, 2025, Holyoke voters will participate in a special election to decide whether the City Treasurer should continue to be an elected position or become a position appointed by the City Council. This document provides answers to common questions and explains the context and rationale behind … Continued
An Open Letter to the Public The Members of the Holyoke City Council write to you today to ask for your support in the upcoming Special Election on January 28th. We are asking you, along with the support of the Mayor and the current Treasurer, to change the position of Treasurer from elected to appointed. … Continued
HOLYOKE — At a Special Election Tuesday, January 28, City voters will be asked if they want to continue the practice of electing the City Treasurer or approve a City Charter change to make the position appointed, rather than elected. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. In-person and absentee voting options … Continued
HOLYOKE — The public is invited to the Oath of Office ceremony for Brian Keenan, Holyoke’s incoming Police Chief. The ceremony will take place in the ballroom at Holyoke City Hall, 536 Dwight Street, on Tuesday, January 7, at 11 a.m. Father Mark Stelzer will offer an opening prayer. The speakers will be Holyoke Mayor … Continued
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
