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The Works: November 10, 2022

Post Date:11/10/2022 5:55 PM

The Works: November 10th, 2022

What's in this newsletter?

This newsletter is compiled by Mayor Simmons’ Administration to provide 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

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Mayor's Office Update

  • Mayor Simmons announced important investments in school safety and security, learn more here.
  • Find out more information about Stamford’s leaf pickup program by clicking here.
  • APPLY NOW for the Stamford Arts and Culture Grant. Click here for more information.
  • Join the City of Stamford on November 15th at 10:30 am for an event with the Israeli Insurtech Accelerator Roadshow at Half Full Brewery to learn about 12 startups in the InsurTech industry. You can register here.

     

    Important Information for Stamford Residents

  • The Stamford Department of Health Flu vaccine clinic is open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Wednesday until April 30, 2023. The clinic is located at 137 Henry Street. No appointment needed.
  • The Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular will return this year on November 20th at 12:00 pm, click here for more information.

 

Paving

  • This year, the City of Stamford announced the Pave Stamford initiative which seeks to double the amount of road paving and sidewalk restoration done during this budget cycle. Click here to view the Tier 1 paving list.
  • Residents can submit road paving suggestions for the Tier 2 list of the Pave Stamford initiative 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 Sites

  • Friday, November 11th, 2022:

The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The vaccination site at the Ferguson Library (Main Branch): will be open from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

  • Saturday, November 12th, 2022:

The vaccination site at Westover School will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

  • Sunday, November 12th, 2022:

The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Next week, 11/13– 11/17 vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:

  • All Ages
  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Monday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Tuesday 9:00 pm to 2:30 pm
  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Wednesday 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
  • Americares (401 Shippan Ave): Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Ferguson Library (Main Branch): Wednesday & Thursday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

 

  • 1st and 2nd doses are available to all, as well as booster shots for ages 5+ (Pfizer) and 18+ (Moderna/J&J) at all walk up vaccination clinics.

Please visit our website for more information on free pop-up locations throughout the city.

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:
  • Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - Friday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

More information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing in Stamford can be found 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. Please call 203-977-4378 or 203-977-4369 to schedule your free in-home COVID-19 vaccine appointment.

City Services

  • The Take it Or Leave it Shop & the Book Swap Shop at Katrina Mygatt are now open:
  • The Take It or Leave It Shop is open on Tuesday & Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • The Book Swap Shop is open on Tuesday & Saturday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Community

  • Residents and visitors are able to view upcoming Stamford Downtown events here. Additionally, view upcoming Stamford concerts, in-person, and virtual events here.
  • Register for the CT State Small Business Seminars here.

 

State News

 

Legislative Digest

 Upcoming Meetings

  • Steering Committee Meeting: Monday, November 14th, 7:00 pm

 

Employment Opportunities in the City of Stamford

  • Join the City of Stamford, view open positions here.
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