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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:03/24/2023 5:19 PM

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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

 

Read below to hear about upcoming events, important city and state information, and resources for Stamford residents.

MAYOR’S UPDATES

On March 8th, I presented my proposed budget to our local boards. To learn more, visit here.

Over the next six weeks, I will be visiting neighborhoods throughout the City to share my budget priorities and talk about how they support my vision of creating a more inclusive, equitable, affordable and a vibrant City, while delivering a fiscally responsible budget that aims to ease the property tax burden on residents by mitigating the effects of the 2022 property revaluation.

On Monday, I joined Governor Lamont to announce $2.4 million in state funding for Pacific House to build 39 units of affordable housing. We know we face a housing crisis in Stamford and across the state, and these state dollars will mean new opportunities for safe and reliable housing for our fellow residents. 

We also received $1 million in CIF funding to complete the design for pedestrian safety and mobility improvements on the West Side, including new and raised crosswalks and bump outs. This supports the City’s Vision Zero Program, which aims to eliminate roadway fatalities in Stamford by 2032.

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Also on Monday night, I was proud to join Congressman Himes, State Senator Pat Billie Miller, and State Representative Corey Paris for a legislative town hall. I am always energized hearing from constituents and will take every opportunity to stand with our state and federal officials who have helped us secure hundreds of millions of dollars for our City - from commitments on school construction to pedestrian safety and sustainable infrastructure, and support for non-profits and small businesses.

Finally, I want to congratulate Stamford Hospital on their successful installation of their new fuel cell systems on the Bennett Medical Center Campus and at Tully Health. My administration is working closely with non-profits and major employers across our community to make sure we support them and encourage them to lead by example – including helping us build a resilient and sustainable future prepared for the ongoing impacts of climate change.

Mayor Simmons and Stamford Health Leaders announce the opening of fuel cells for Stamford Hospital

 

CITY NEWS

  • Critical Assistance for Small Businesses: My administration announced the creation of the Stamford Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant which will be open for applications on Monday, April 3 and will provide limited, one-time direct financial assistance to eligible Stamford for-profit businesses that have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. More information can be found here.
  • Elderly/Disabled Homeowner Tax Relief Program: As approved in the 2022-2023 budget, the City of Stamford offers biennial tax credit programs for totally disabled homeowners (with proof of disability from Social Security office) or seniors who have been 65 years of age as of December 31st, 2022. Applications are due Monday, May 15th and you can click here to learn more.  
  • Mayor’s Youth Employment Program: We are looking for hosts and sponsors of this incredible program which offers students access to paid employment in the private or non-profit sectors. This initiative provides Stamford’s youth with a “real world” perspective before they go to college, improves their skills to make them better workers both for this current job and future workforce opportunities they will pursue. To learn more, click here.
  • Mothers and Babies Health Class: The Department of Health and Human Services is hosting a FREE six-week stress management course for new and expecting moms. The course will be held at First Presbyterian Church (1101 Bedford St) on Fridays 9:00 - 10:30 am from April 14th to May 19th. Participants will learn stress management techniques and connect with other new or expecting mothers. Anyone who identifies as a mother and is either pregnant or had a baby in the last year is welcome to join! To register in advance, please click here: bit.ly/stamfordmb.

  • CTDOT Stamford Station Construction:

 

    • The center island platform between Tracks #3 and #5 is closed. This platform will remain closed through Thursday, May 11, 2023.
    • Passengers can find the updated train schedule here.

 

  • The Stamford Department of Health Flu Vaccine Clinic: The flu vaccine clinic is open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Wednesday until April 30th, 2023. The clinic is located at 137 Henry Street and no appointment is needed.

 

 

RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS

Traffic & City Events

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

 

COVID-19

All information about Stamford's response to COVID-19, including our case numbers, please visit: www.stamfordct.gov/covid19.

  • Covid Testing Sites
    • For information on the St. Mary’s Church (566 Elm St): Click here
  • Vaccination Sites: 1st and 2nd doses are available to all, booster shots for ages 5+ (Pfizer) and 18+ (Moderna/J&J))

    On Saturday March 25th, 2023:

  • Westover School: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • 137 Henry Street: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • Child Guidance Center (401 Shippan): 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

    On Sunday March 26th, 2023:

  • Child Guidance Center (401 Shippan): 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

    From 3/27 to 3/31, free vaccines are available without an appointment for all ages:

  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Tuesday & Friday – (Appointment Preferred 9:00 am to 3:00 pm), Call (203)-977-5385
  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Thursday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • B1C Vaccine Clinic (401 Shippan): Monday & Wednesday - Friday – 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    • Thursday: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Ferguson Library (Main Branch): Tuesday – Friday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

     

  • Other COVID-19 Resources
    • If you are unable to leave your home or are uncomfortable traveling to a vaccine site, please call the Stamford Department of Health at (203)-977-4378 or (203)-977-4369 to
    • Please visit the State of Connecticut's Vaccine Portal for information on how to request a new copy of your card.

 

CLICK HERE FOR LEGISLATIVE DIGEST

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CITY

  • View open positions with the City of Stamford here.

WANT TO HEAR MORE?

 

If you have information that should be included in this newsletter — or believe some information is incorrect — please contact the Mayor's Office. 

To subscribe to the Mayor’s Weekly Newsletter and other city notifications, please click here.

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Mayor Caroline Simmons

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