"This executive order not only protects the planet, but also protects vulnerable communities, preserves families’ budgets, and prepares our state to make the most of federal funding for sustainable, resilient infrastructure." 

Governor Ned Lamont

Governor Lamont Signs Executive Order Directing Connecticut State Agencies To Implement Actions That Reduce Carbon Emissions and Adapt to Climate Crisis

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The content of this newsletter is compiled by the City of Stamford and relies on information provided by City staff, state elected officials, local organizations, health professionals, and members of the community. If you have information that should be included in this newsletter — or believe some information is incorrect — please contact the City's Communications Staff.

From the Mayor's Office

• Mayor Caroline Simmons issued a statement in response to Governor Ned Lamont's Executive Order Directing Connecticut State Agencies To Implement Actions That Reduce Carbon Emissions and Adapt to Climate Crisis.

  • “I’m thrilled Governor Lamont took this bold step and issued an executive order to combat the growing threat of climate change,” said Mayor Simmons. “As a coastal community, Stamford must prepare and adapt to our changing climate and strengthen our resiliency against environmental degradation. My administration is already prioritizing some of these initiatives, including aiming to reduce our carbon footprint by 2030, installing solar panels on municipal and school buildings, and electrifying our municipal fleet. Moving forward, we will incorporate climate adaptation strategies in key areas, including transportation, infrastructure, and economic development. I look forward to partnering with Governor Lamont and our executive agencies to ensure Stamford is a leader in tackling climate change.”

• Mayor Simmons will host a Covid-19 Virtual Update on Tuesday, December 21st at 6:00.

COVID-19 Updates

Case Numbers

The State of Connecticut has reported 381 new Covid-19 cases this week in Stamford. This is up from the 184 Covid-19 cases which the State tracked last week.

Residents can read daily updates on new cases in Stamford by visiting the State of Connecticut's dedicated website for COVID-19 updates located here: https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/COVID-19-Data-Tracker

Next week, vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment: 

Note: Regular dates changed due to Christmas holiday.

All Ages

• 137 Henry St. Mon - Wed 8:30 – 7
• Stamford Government Center. Mon – Wed 4-8
• Scalzi Park. Mon - Wed 8:30 – 4:30

Ages 5-11 only

• 137 Henry Street Clinic (2^nd Floor). Mon 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Ages 12 and up only

• Stamford Train Station. Tue 12– 6

Booster shots are available at all sites that have vaccines for residents ages 12 and up.

Visit our website for more information on free pop up locations around town.

Covid-19 Testing Sites

• Information on testing sites in Stamford is available here.

Other resources

• If you are unable to leave your home or are uncomfortable traveling to a vaccine site, the Stamford Department of Health will bring the vaccine to you.  
• All information about Stamford's response to COVID-19 can be found on our website at www.stamfordct.gov/covid19.
• Please visit the State of Connecticut's Vaccine Portal for information on how to request a new copy of your card. 

• The City has a brand new interactive leaf pickup status map that will provide updates on where our leaf pickup crews have been and are currently working. For best results, zoom in closer to the area you would like to see.
• The Community Development Office is hosting an Upcoming Funding Information Session on Tuesday, December 21st at 2 p.m.
• Farms Road is scheduled to reopen next week.
• Residential Garbage and Recycling collection will operate on regular schedule on Thursday and Friday. Click here to view the full Christmas schedule.
• FEMA is closing their Hurricane Ida Recovery Center in Stamford after this Friday, December 17^th. Residents can still get assistance by visiting the FEMA website.
• City of Stamford Land Use Department is looking for feedback on a Barrett Park Master Improvements Plan. Please fill out this survey.   

Community

• The Stamford Public Education Foundation is offering the Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) for parents, grandparents, guardians and others to become leaders and advocates for children. PLTI is currently recruiting for participants and will start in late January. PLTI offers a highly stimulating curriculum that will boost parent’s leadership and civic skills to address such areas of concern as the opportunity gap, accessible child healthcare, neighborhood safety, and the significance of parental engagement, to name a few.
• The Ferguson Main Library is urging young residents to come by and decorate a winter mitten with their name, a drawing, or a Winter Wish for 2022. 
• The Bartlett Arboretum is hosting Wreath Making Workshops on December 16, 18, 20, and 21.
• Stamford’s Holiday Stroll, a walk-through experience featuring 60+ holiday displays, thousands of lights, Santa, and tons of holiday cheer will take place in Mill River Park from November 26 – January 9.

State News

• Governor Lamont Announces Commissioner Mark Boughton To Serve as Senior Advisor to the Governor for Infrastructure

• Governor Lamont Signs Executive Order Directing Connecticut State Agencies To Implement Actions That Reduce Carbon Emissions and Adapt to Climate Crisis

• Governor Lamont Marks One Year of the COVID-19 Vaccine, Stresses That There Is Still Work To Do

• Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Offshore Wind Proposal Awarded $500,000 in Round One Funding From U.S. Economic Development Administration

Municipal Meetings

• The next Board of Representatives meeting will be held Monday, January 3rd, at 8:00 p.m. Please press here to view the agenda