Published on March 12, 2025
West Springfield, MA: Mayor William Reichelt is pleased to share the results of a recent community survey conducted through FlashVote, which highlights the strengths and priorities valued by West Springfield residents. With an impressive participation of 278 respondents, the survey reflects the community’s deep engagement in shaping the Town’s future.
Key findings from the survey reveal that residents highly appreciate the Town’s access to recreation and parks (66%), fire and ambulance services (66%), and library materials and programs (58%). Parks, green spaces, and trails also received strong support (54%), underscoring the Town’s commitment to maintaining and improving these beloved community assets.
Residents were also given the opportunity to propose small-scale community improvement projects. Ideas ranged from maintaining the scenic beauty of Mitteneague Park to developing programs for high school students to explore careers in emergency services. Other suggestions included enhancing pedestrian safety, expanding community events, and exploring new recreational opportunities such as a dedicated dog park. The full results of the survey can be found at www.townofwestspringfield.org/FlashVote.
“We are grateful to our residents for their active participation and thoughtful feedback,” said Mayor Will Reichelt. “These survey results reaffirm our commitment to enhancing public safety, improving infrastructure, and maintaining the high-quality services that make West Springfield a great place to live, work, and play.”
The Town of West Springfield will use this valuable input to guide future decision-making and continue prioritizing the needs of the community. To sign up for future surveys, please visit https://www.flashvote.com/westspringfieldma. Survey participation is anonymous and all survey participants receive the full results of the survey.
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