Author Archives: SNOL

On October 17th, 0ver 175 people came out to rally to Take Back Springfield. Bank of America & the Mass Bankers Association are attempting to sue the city for the landmark anti-foreclosure ordinances passed in August. Palmer Renewable Energy is … Continue reading →

SPRINGFIELD, MA On August 22nd, the Springfield City Council unanimously passed two history making ordinances to mitigate the impact of the foreclosure crisis on tax payers and the City of Springfield. Mayor Domenic Sarno signed the ordinance the next day … Continue reading →

Take Back Our City March & Rally! SEPTEMBER 30TH 2011 @ 2PM Boston Common Band Stand Gather for a Pre Rally at 11AM in front of Bank of America in Springfield Plaza at 1284 St. James Avenue (MAP) Park: In … Continue reading →

Wednesday, the Springfield Reminder ran an article (READ IT HERE) about Springfield BTA members who are fighting back against eviction and demanding to either pay rent or buy back their homes at the current market value. One of the families … Continue reading →

This summer has been a busy summer for Springfield No One Leaves and the SBTA. This fall promises to be an even busier season! We are continuing to track and support many families throughout Springfield in their fight against the … Continue reading →

On Monday we passed the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in the state. Last night, more than 50 residents fighting back against banks to stop no-fault evictions, accept rent and give loan modifications that include a principal reduction, came out for our … Continue reading →

On Monday August 22nd, after months of organizing by residents facing foreclosure with the No One Leaves/Nadie Se Mude Coalition, the Springfield city council unanimously approved the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in the country. See the Press Release & the actual … Continue reading →

We are on the verge of passing the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in Massachusetts. Next monday, the city council will take its final votes on an ordinance that would enact a $10,000 cash bond to aid the city in maintaining and … Continue reading →

SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING ON ANTI-FORECLOSURE ORDINANCES WEDNESDAY AUGUST 10TH @ 5PM  Springfield City Hall (36 Court Street) — Room 200 (we will gather at 4:30 outside city hall) Next wednesday, August 10th, the Springfield City Council will hold a subcommittee hearing … Continue reading →

Following a raucous rally of over 100 people outside of city hall this evening, the Springfield City Council voted unanimously to approve the mandatory mediation and foreclosure requirements ordinances! The movement continues to build. Big thanks to all the groups … Continue reading →