MEET SAM

I’m Sam Shumsky — a proud graduate of Chicopee Comp, Class of 2019, and a college student working toward my bachelor’s degree in Business. I lived in Chicopee for almost 20 years, and I’ve always believed that if you care about something, you show up for it. That’s what inspired me to get involved in local government.

Over the last few years, I’ve had the honor of serving our city on the School Committee, the Planning Board (where I served as Vice Chair), and now the City Council. Along the way, I became one of the youngest elected officials in Chicopee’s history and in Massachusetts — and one of the first people born in the 21st century elected anywhere in the country. But titles and headlines have never been the goal. For me, it’s always been about doing the work and making life better for the people who call Chicopee home.

Whether it’s fighting for better schools, safer streets, cleaner parks, or stronger public services that provide value to taxpayers, I’ve stayed focused on the things that matter most to families, seniors, and small businesses across our community. I’ve stood up for transparency, pushed for smart investments, and tried to bring a fresh perspective to city government.

At the heart of everything I do is a simple belief: local government should work for everyone. I’m here to listen, to lead with respect, and to help build a future where everyone in Chicopee has the chance to thrive.

As President John F. Kennedy once said, “Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.” That’s a quote I live by — and I’m proud to keep trying every day to make Chicopee the best it can be.

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Samuel R. Shumsky

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

School Committee

  • STEAM Labs in every elementary school

  • Personally nominated superintendent, Dr. Marcus Ware

  • Began the process for Moreau Drive and Litwin School Neighborhood Safety

  • Voted NO on purchase of MassMutual complex for School Department Headquarters

  • Started the process for the construction of the new Anna E. Barry Elementary School

    Worked to get A/C and updated HVAC at Litwin School

City Council

  • Successfully sponsored a single-use plastic bag ban

  • Successfully sponsored and passed three resolutions to combat littering

  • Worked to get the first upgrades in Williams Park for the first time in 20 years. (Pickleball courts, Stone dust paths, mulch, and Slide)

  • Began the work to get a concept analysis for Burnett Road to redesign to mitigate traffic and speed problems while also making it a pedestrian-friendly and safe road for everyone who travels

  • Successfully sent a resolution to MassDOT and our state delegation, urging them to look at the entrance ramp to I-291 from Shawigan Drive.

  • Flashing crosswalk signs and signage throughout neighborhoods were added to Burnett Road and Ward 6 neighborhoods.

  • Supported increased funding for the Chicopee police to help keep our Ward and City safe.

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