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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:08/15/2025 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.

This week, I released the following statement after an incident of anti-Muslim hate speech that took place on the evening of August 9th:

 Mayor Simmons statement regarding Hateful Rhetoric

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • Westhill Construction Update: This week, marks a major milestone in the Westhill High School construction project—the launch of geothermal drilling. This clean, renewable energy system will power the new school efficiently, lowering operating costs while greatly reducing our environmental footprint. It’s a key step in our ongoing commitment to building sustainable infrastructure that will serve and benefit our community for generations to come.

     Mayor Simmons at Westhill

  • Veterans Meeting: This week, I stood alongside Stamford veterans in urging VA Connecticut Health Care System leadership to keep the VA CBOC clinic here in our city. Our veterans, who have honorably served our nation, deserve local, accessible care. I’m proud to share that the clinic will remain open, ensuring they can continue receiving the resources and support they’ve rightfully earned.

Mayor Simmons meets with Veterans

CITY NEWS

  • Stamford 2035 Comprehensive Plan: We are excited to announce that the Stamford 2035 Draft Plan is available for public review and comment! Click here to view the plan and click here to submit your feedback. There are additional opportunities for residents to provide feedback, including a public meeting of the Planning Board on Tuesday, August 12 and two public hearings on Tuesday, September 2 (virtual) and Tuesday, September 16 (in-person at the 4th floor cafeteria at the Government Center). Stay tuned for more information!
  • Reimaging Bedford Street: My administration has recently launched the Reimagine Bedford Street project which is a community-driven visioning process to shape the future of Bedford Street between Broad Street and Forest Street. We want to hear from you! Share what you love about Bedford Street and what you'd like to see improved. Take our survey here: https://veoci.com/v/p/form/323eu5qamzjn.
  • The Board of Assessment Appeals: The Board of Assessment Appeals for motor vehicles will be held on September 11th, 2025.  Application deadline is August 27th, 2025.  Please click here for more information
  • Walk In Permitting Schedule: Don’t miss our upcoming walk-in permitting hours intended for residential and small commercial businesses such as food businesses, cosmetology, barber, and retail food establishments. City officials will be present to help those in attendance. Next session will be on Wednesday, August 20th between 9:30am – 12:00pm in the 7th Floor Lobby of Government Center.
  • 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 early October 2025. For any questions or urgent needs regarding the Health Department’s walk-in health services, please call (203)-977-5652.
    • The Stamford Health Department Community Public Health Clinic has temporarily moved to 138 Stillwater Avenue - a former Optimus location. Convenient street parking is available.
  • Apply for a Special Events Permit: To reserve a pavilion or host events at city parks click here.
  • Pavilion Rental: If you would like to host an event at the pavilion, please click here to apply.

 

 

RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS

  • Hurricane Season Preparedness: Hurricane season is here, and preparing now is one of the most important steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe: Make a plan: Know your evacuation zone and discuss with your family how you will stay in touch.

    Build a kit: Include essentials such as water, non-perishable food, medications, a flashlight, batteries, chargers, a first aid kit, important documents, and supplies for pets or babies.

    Stay informed: Monitor local weather updates, sign up for alerts, and keep your phone charged.

    For more information, visit ready.gov.

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

Events

  • Trinidad and Tobago Flag Raising: The Trinidad and Tobago Flag Raising will take place on August 22nd at 11:00 am at Government Center. See the flyer below for more details.

     Trinidad Flag Raising

  • Northeast Sports Card Expo: The Northeast Card Expo returns to Stamford on September 13 and 14th at Chelsea Piers. See the flyer below for more information.

Northeast Card Expo

Employment Opportunities in the City

Traffic

  • Old Long Ridge Road Bridge: After a visual inspection of the Old Long Ridge Road Bridge, just south of Hunting Ridge Road, city engineers have implemented a temporary one-way traffic pattern, effective immediately. The City will share further updates as they become available.
  • 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.
  • Wire Mill Bridge: The Wire Mill Bridge is currently closed to vehicular traffic due to replacement. 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.

Public Health

  • For information Health services, 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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