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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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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:07/12/2024 5:00 PM

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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

 

Read below to learn more about initiatives my administration is working on, resources for Stamford residents, information about upcoming events, and important city and state information.

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • State of the City Presentation and Remarks: This week, I presented the State of the City to the Board of Representatives and residents which covered the FY24-25 budget and our administration’s vision and priorities that include advancing economic prosperity, investing in infrastructure, and making government more responsive to enhance the quality of life. Full presentation here.
  • Mayor’s Humanitarian Relief Fund: I was thrilled to join Americares and the Stamford Partnership to present a $12,000 check from the Mayor's Humanitarian Relief Fund. This donation will aid patients at the Stamford Americares Free Clinic, including those dealing with long-term COVID-19 effects. I also want to thank Americares for their recent work on a global level providing aide to those in the Caribbean impacted by Hurricane Beryl.

Mayor Simmons smiles with members of Americares and the Stamford Partnership

  • 4th of July Fireworks: Thank you to Stamford Police, Fire Departments, Stamford Emergency Medical Services, the Parks and Recreation Department for making our 4th of July fireworks celebration a safe and enjoyable night. Was glad to join so many from across the community. 

 A collage of Mayor Simmons and residents at the Stamford Fireworks 24

CITY NEWS

  • Parking Garage Demolition: The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has initiated the demolition of the Stamford Transportation Center's 1985 Parking Garage and Pedestrian Bridge. For further details, click here.
  • Paving Update: Click here for the priority list for paving operations established in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.
  • Beach Passes Available for Purchase: Beach passes are now available for purchase online or in person. Parking permits are required at Cove Island, Cummings, West Beach, John J. Boccuzzi, Dorothy Heroy & Newman Mills Riverbank Walk Parks from May 1st through September 30th. Click here for more information and to purchase your pass.
  • Stamford Transportation Center Master Plan: Our administration has been meeting with the Connecticut Department of Transportation and city transportation officials to continue to make progress on the Stamford Train Station Master Plan. To view the Stamford Transportation Center Master Plan, visit: stcmasterplan.com.

 

CITY EVENTS

  • City of Stamford Hazardous Waste Day: The City of Stamford Hazardous Waste Day will take place tomorrow, July 13th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Rippowam Middle School (381 High Ridge Road). For a list of what residents can bring, please click here.

  • Downtown Stamford Roadway Safety Meeting: On Tuesday, July 16th at 6:00 pm, the City of Stamford Transportation, Traffic & Parking Department is hosting a public information Zoom meeting to discuss the Bedford and Forest Intersection and Plaza ProjectBroad Street Roadway Safety Reconstruction, and Atlantic Street Roadway Safety Reconstruction

    People with disabilities may request accommodations by contacting Carmen Hughes in the Office of I.D.E.A.S. by any of the following methods: By Mail: Carmen Hughes 888 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT 06901   By Phone: 203-977-7993 By Email: IDEASforADA@StamfordCT.gov 

     

    RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS

  • Boards and Commissions: Are you a Stamford resident interested in serving on a City Board or Commission? Click here to learn more about serving.

Employment Opportunities in the City

 

Traffic

  • Lakeside Drive Bridge Replacement: As of April 1st, the Lakeside Drive Bridge is closed to all traffic, including cyclists and pedestrians. The traffic light at the intersection of High Ridge Road and Interlaken Road has been revised with the timing of the green light to avoid the back up of cars traveling both southbound and northbound. Please stay away from the construction site for your own safety. There is only access to the Aquarion Water treatment plant provided pass Quarry Road. For detour plans and more information click here.
  • Cedar Heights Bridge Replacement: The Cedar Heights Bridge is currently closed and is scheduled to reopen to vehicular traffic on November 2nd.
  • West Glen Drive Bridge: West Glen Bridge is currently closed for replacement, and the anticipated completion date is 12/1/2024
  • Mill Road Bridge: The Mill Road bridge near Old Long Ridge Road has reopened to alternating one lane traffic.  Residents can click here for updates.
  • Connecticut Department of Transportation Stamford Station Construction: Construction continues at the Stamford Train Station, so please make sure to plan ahead. Passengers can find the updated train schedule here.

 

COVID-19 Resources

For information on COVID-19, visit the Department of Health and Human Services website.

 

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Have a wonderful weekend!

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Caroline Simmons

 

 

 

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