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Your City at Work: From the Mayor's Desk is a weekly newsletter released by the City of Stamford on Fridays. 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 Assistant Aaron Miller at amiller1@stamfordct.gov.

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The Works: January 27th, 2022

Post Date:01/27/2022 5:00 PM

The Works: January 27th, 2022

 

“As we continue monitoring this weekend’s snow storm, I encourage residents to take precautionary measures in the lead up to the impending inclement weather. I also ask that everyone continue to wear our masks, get vaccinated and boosted to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.”

Mayor Caroline Simmons

 

 

What's in this newsletter?

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 us at mayorsoffice@stamfordct.gov. 

 

From the Mayor's Office

● US Households can now order one set of four free at-home COVID-19 test kits. Orders can be placed here.

● On Wednesday, January 26th, Mayor Caroline Simmons gave birth to her third son, William Charles. You can read more here.

● The federal government has stated that it is working with local pharmacies and other health providers to distribute N95 masks.

 

COVID-19 Updates

 ○ Case Numbers

■ Follow the City of Stamford’s Covid-19 Dashboard, which provides the latest up-to-date information on COVID-19 cases and vaccination rates in the City.

○ Vaccination

■ The Center for Disease Control (CDC) expanded eligibility of booster doses to those 12 to 15 years old.

● Friday, January 28th: The vaccination sites at Scalzi Park will be open from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm and the location at 137 Henry Street will be open from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. The vaccination sites at Hunt and Cummings Parks will be open from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

● Saturday, January 29th: The vaccination clinics at Hunt Park, Cummings Park, and Westover School will be closed due to the weather.

● Sunday January 30th, 2022: The vaccination site at Scalzi Park will be open from 8:30 am - 3:30pm.

● Next week, 1/31 – 2/3, vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:

 All Ages

○ 137 Henry Street Clinic (2nd Floor): Tuesday - Saturday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm

○ Scalzi Park: Monday – Friday from 8:30 am- 3:30 pm

○ Inspirica Vaccination Clinic: Wednesday from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

● Ages 5-11 only

 ○137 Henry Street Clinic (2nd Floor): Monday & Thursday from 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

● Ages 12 and up only

 ○137 Henry Street: Monday - Friday from 8:30 am – 7:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

○ Cummings Beach: Monday - Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

○ Hunt Park: Monday - Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

○ Stamford Train Station: Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

● 1st and 2nd doses are available to all, as well as booster shots for ages 18+ at all walk up vaccination clinics. Visit our website for more information on free pop-up locations around town.

● Covid-19 Testing Sites

● Cove Island testing site will be open next week at the following times.

○ Monday – Friday from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

○ Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

○ Demand has been high at this site which has resulted in temporary pauses throughout the day. Before going, please check the City's social media accounts or visit our website to make sure the site is currently open.

● Accu Reference testing site will be open next week at the following times.

○ Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

○ Saturday & Sunday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

● More information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing in Stamford are 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.

City Services

 ● Residential Garbage and Recycling collection will operate on regular schedule on Friday.

 ● Take it Or Leave it Shop and the Book Swap Shop will remain closed for pickup and donations until further notice.

Community

 ● Residents and visitors are able to view upcoming Stamford Downtown events here.

 ● Residents and visitors are able to view upcoming Stamford concerts, in-person, and virtual events here.

 

State News

 ● Governor Lamont and Attorney General Tong Seek Legislative Authorization to End 32 Years of Sheff v. O’Neill Litigation

● Governor Lamont, Mayor O’Leary, Mayor Hess Announce Selection of Bluewater Property Group to Develop the Waterbury/Naugatuck Industrial Park

● Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

 

Legislative Digest

 ●The next Board of Representatives meeting will be held Monday, February 7th at 8:00 pm.

●The next Operations committee meeting will be held on Monday, January, 31st at 7:00 pm.

●The next HCD/SS CDBG Committee meeting will be held on February 1st at 6:00 pm.

●The next Charter Revision Committee meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 2nd at 7:00 pm.

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