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The Works: May 12th, 2022

Post Date:05/12/2022 5:20 PM

 

The Works: May 12th, 2022

What's in this newsletter?

This newsletter is compiled by Mayor Simmons’ Administration to provide the Stamford residents with information about critical updates on city services, state programs and community activities. If you have information that should be included in this newsletter — or believe some information is incorrect — please contact the City's Communications Staff

Exciting News From the Mayor's Office

  • Mayor Simmons, Superintendent Dr. Lucero joined State Senator Miller, members of the Stamford delegation, Senate Majority Leader Duff (D-Norwalk), and Senate President Pro Tempore Looney (D-New Haven) to announce the increased state funding for Stamford and Norwalk high schools included in the recently passed state budget. Read more here
  • The City of Stamford was awarded a $1.81 million federal Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant for Boccuzzi Park. Read more here

Important Information for Stamford Residents

  • The Tax Assessor’s Office is now accepting application for the Elderly/Totally Disabled Homeowner Tax Abatement Program. Application deadline is May 13, 2022. Please click here for more information
  • Stamford households can order an additional set of four free at home COVID-19 test kits. Orders can be placed here.
  • Residents can submit road paving suggestions for the Tier 2 list of the “Pave Stamford” initiative here.
  • To subscribe to the Mayor’s Newsletter, click here.

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, May 13th, 2022:

The vaccination sites at Scalzi Park and Cummings Beach will be open from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, the Hunt Park site (ages 12+) will be open from 10:00am - 4:00 pm, and the Henry Street vaccination clinic is open from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm.

  • Saturday, May 14th, 2022:

The vaccination site at Westover School will be open from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. The vaccination sites at Cummings Beach and Scalzi Park will be open from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. The Cove Island Vaccine Tents will be open from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.

  • Sunday, May 15th, 2022:

The vaccination sites at Cummings Beach and Scalzi Park will be open from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. The Hunt Park site will be open from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Next week, 5/16– 5/19 vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:

All Ages

  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Monday- Thursday 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
  • Scalzi Park: Monday & Wednesday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Scalzi Park: Tuesday & Thursday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Cummings Park: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Ages 12 and up only

  • Hunt Park: Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • 1st and 2nd doses are available to all, as well as booster shots for ages 12+ (Pfizer) and 18+ (Moderna/J&J) at all walk up vaccination clinics.

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

Covid-19 Testing Sites

  • St. Mary’s Church (566 Elm St) testing site will be open at the following times.
  • Monday – Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • Accu Reference (689 Canal St) testing site will be open at the following times.
  • Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 2:00 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. Call (203) 977- 4378 or (203) 977- 4369 to schedule your free in-home COVID-19 vaccine appointment
  • 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

  • The Take it Or Leave it Shop and the Book Swap Shop are now open.  The Take It or Leave It Shop is open, Tuesday & Friday from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, and Friday & Saturday from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

 

Community

  • The Stamford Memorial Day Parade will take place on Sunday, May 29th at 12pm. The route will go from the Stamford Police Station to Veterans Memorial Park.
  • The Stamford Recycling Department has released its Spring Recycling and Sanitation Newsletter, click here to view.
  • The Building One Community has released its Skills Development Program, click here to view.
  • The 2022 Summer Stage in Scalzi Park is taking applications, click here for more information.
  • Residents and visitors are able to view upcoming Stamford Downtown events here. Additionally, view upcoming Stamford concerts, in-person, and virtual events here.

State News

 

Legislative Digest

Upcoming Meetings

  • Operations Committee: Monday, May 16 @ 7:00pm
  • Personnel Committee: Monday, May 16 @ 7:00pm
  • State and Commerce Committee: Tuesday, May 17 @ 7:00pm
  • Public Safety Committee: Wednesday, May 18 @ 6:30pm
  • Land Use Committee: Thursday, May 19 @ 7:00 pm

 

 

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