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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:02/28/2025 3:00 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.

In closing out Black History Month, I want to reflect on the incredible contributions of Black leaders who have shaped Stamford and continue to inspire us every day. This month, we were proud to not only raise the Black History Month flag at Government Center but also to honor community leaders whose dedication strengthens our city. Stamford is home to trailblazers like Ms. Jessie Dixon, whom we proudly honored this year. From business and education to public service and the arts, these leaders make a lasting impact in our city.

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Join us tomorrow, Saturday, March 1st, for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM! Don’t miss this festive celebration filled with community spirit and tradition. Be sure to check the map below for traffic and lane closures along the parade route. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

    A route of the St Patrick's Day Parade Route

  • Small Business Survey: My administration recently launched a quick survey to help us better understand small business challenges in our community and explore ways to support your success. Click here to participate.

CITY NEWS

  •  Stamford Parks Community Partnership (SPCP) Microgrant Program: The Stamford Parks Community Partnership (SPCP) is excited to announce its inaugural Microgrant Program to support community-led projects in and around Stamford, CT, parks and public spaces. Funds are available to support a variety of projects, including improvement in parks, playgrounds, community gardens, waterfronts, and other public spaces (i.e. signage, beautification) organizing community clean-ups, community building events. Click here for more information. 
  • Mayor’s Cybersecurity Initiative: The Mayor’s Cybersecurity Initiative is having two workshops for seniors at the Stamford Senior Center on March 6. A Spanish language workshop will be during the Hispanic Club at 10am and the English workshop will be at 11:30am.  The event is free, but please register ahead of time. Click here to learn more, and to register please call 203-977-5151.
  • Board of Assessment Appeals Meetings: The next Board of Assessment Appeals meetings will be held in April 2025.  The application deadline is March 20, 2025.  Please click here for more information.
  • Learning in Retirement: Learning in Retirement is beginning a new semester! Classes in art, music, current events, and history are offered to senior citizens and other retirees. For information and to register, visit www.lirstamford.org.
  • February Arts & Culture Guide: The City of Stamford and the Stamford Arts and Culture Commission are excited to announce, “Stamford Spotlight: A Celebration of Arts and Culture.” This guide highlights upcoming arts and cultural events in Stamford. Be sure to stop by and support our local organizations! Click here to view the February Guide.
  • Stamford 2035: The City of Stamford is excited to launch the Stamford 2035 Comprehensive Plan, a once-in-a-decade opportunity to assess the city's current state and explore key questions about our future! This plan will guide Stamford’s development through 2035, focusing on crucial topics like sustainability, resilience, diversity, equity, inclusion, housing, economic growth, mobility, and infrastructure. Throughout the 10-month process, you’ll have the chance to share your vision for Stamford by participating in public meetings, workshops, surveys, and discussions with our planning team. Check out this project one-sheet and visit our website to get involved, sign up for updates, and learn more about the plan.
  • Lathon Wider Community Center: On the morning of Thursday, January 2, the City Facilities Department was notified of a flooding incident in the basement of the Lathon Wider Community Center (137 Henry Street) caused by a failure in a piece of mechanical equipment. The target date for reopening the building is July 1, 2025. For any questions or urgent needs regarding the Health Department’s walk-in health services, please call (203)-977-5652.
  • Stamford 2035 Visions of the City Survey: In case you missed Stamford 2035's first open house, please take five minutes to share your thoughts on the Visions of the City here! Your insights will help the planning team formulate visions, goals, strategies, and actions for the future of Stamford.
  • 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.
  • Paving Update: Click here for the priority list for paving operations established in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.
  • Curb Repair: Request for curb repairs can be submitted under the category "Roads" on Fixit at stamfordct.gov/fixit.
  • Apply for a Special Events Permit: To reserve a pavilion or host events at city parks click here.

 

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.

City Events

  • Winter Restaurant Weeks: Winter Restaurant Weeks ends this Sunday, March 2nd. To view participating restaurants, menus and more click here.
  • Tax Prep Service: From February 1 through April 15, Tax-Aide volunteers certified by the IRS, and under the sponsorship of the AARP Foundation will once again be providing free tax return preparation for the greater Stamford community. See the flyer below for more information.
    On an orange and cream color flyer, information for the free tax prep session
  • UCONN Stamford Spring Career Fair: Meet top talent at the UCONN Stamford Spring Career Fair on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, from 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm. Space is limited so click here to register and learn more.

Employment Opportunities in the City

  • Mill Road Bridge: The Mill Road bridge near Old Long Ridge Road is open to one lane vehicular traffic.  Residents can click here for updates.
  • Cedar Heights Bridge Replacement: The Cedar Heights Bridge is currently closed and is scheduled to reopen by May 15th, 2025. Residents are encouraged to check here for more information.
  • Hunting Ridge Road Bridge Replacement: The Hunting Ridge Road Bridge is currently closed for replacement. A detour route is in effect, with the project scheduled to be completed in June 2025. More information can be found here.
  • Connecticut Department of Transportation Stamford Station Construction: Construction continues at the Stamford Train Station, so please make sure to plan ahead.

COVID-19 Resources

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

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Caroline Simmons

 

 

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