I believe that together we can achieve more than any one person could ever do alone. I believe in Communication, Collaboration and Compromise. It is time to move beyond partisanship and build a stronger tomorrow, together!
State Rep. Union Carpenter.
Girl Dad.
Orlando Ramos was born and raised in the City of Springfield. Orlando is a homeowner in the Pine Point section of the city where he lives with his daughter Ariana and their rescue dog Kitty.
Meet Orlando
As a community activist, Orlando volunteered hundreds of hours towards helping many different
local organizations.
Orlando's Journey
1982
Orlando was born on May 3, 1982 at Baystate Medical Center, Orlando Ramos was raised by his single mother, Ana Perez, who worked as a cashier at Walmart to provide for Orlando and his two sisters, Viviana and Christine.
2002-2007
In 2002, Orlando joined the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 108 and worked in the construction industry until becoming a journeyman in 2005 and later, a Union Steward in 2007.
2004
Orlando trained under local boxing legend Duke Belton, he taught him the values of hard work, dedication, and how to roll with the punches.
2008
Orlando served as an intern for the Western Mass Governor’s Office under Governor Deval Patrick.
2008-2013
Orlando was elected as a member of the Indian Orchard Citizens Council and served on the board from 2008-2013.
2011-2014
In 2011 Orlando was appointed by the Mayor to serve as License Commissioner for the City of Springfield.
2015 - 2016
Since his election to the Springfield City Council in 2013, He has served as the Vice President of the Council in 2015 and 2016.
2017 - 2018
He has also served as a City Council President in 2017 and 2018.
2018
Springfield City Council President Orlando Ramos, joined fellow Springfield carpenter Carlos Melendez and other members of the New England Regional Council of Carpenters Local 336 to work on roof replacements for families still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Maria, which devastated the island in 2017.
2010 - 2019
In addition to his service on the City Council, Orlando also worked for the Massachusetts State Legislature.
2020
Orlando was elected State Representative for the 9th Hampden District, serving much of North Springfield.
Educational Background
Springfield Public Schools
Orlando attended Freedman Elementary School, John F. Kennedy Middle School, and Putnam Vocational Technical High Schoo..
Graduated in Carpentry
Graduated with honors from Putnam Vocational Technical High School in 2000 with a degree in Carpentry.
A proud member of United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 336
He went on to join the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 336 and has been a proud member for the past 18 years.
Associate's Degree
He earned an Associate's Degree from Springfield Technical Community College.
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy
He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Massachusetts—Amherst.
Master’s Degree in Public Administration
He has a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Westfield State University.