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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:04/28/2023

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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

 

Read below to learn more about what my administration is working on each day to deliver for you, resources for Stamford residents, information about upcoming events, and important city and state information.

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

 

 Mayor Simmons delivers State of City Address

 

  • Yesterday, I was honored to give the State of the City address to share more about what my administration has accomplished in the last 16 months and why Stamford is a strong and vibrant community. To watch the full speech head over to my Facebook page or click here.

 

Mayor Simmons joins the Lt. Gov and other state elected officials to announce 7 Stamford Schools would get new HVAC systems

 

  • This past Tuesday, I joined Lt. Governor Bysiewicz and other state elected officials to announce that Stamford schools have received $2.7 million in funding to improve air quality systems inside city schools. The funding will go to seven schools across the city and will come from the HVAC Indoor Air Quality Grants Program for Public Schools.

     

     Mayor Simmons at SPEF book giveaway, Mayor Simmons planting a tree, Maor Simmons with students at Cove Island, and Mayor Simmons and students at cleanup at Chestnut Hill

     

  • In recognition of Earth Day, I signed the City’s first executive order on climate change and sustainability. This will lay the groundwork for making our city more sustainable and climate friendly. Throughout the day, we also visited Cove Island to speak with students and residents, planted a tree in Carwin Park, held a book giveaway with SPEF, and participated in a park clean up at Chestnut Hill Park.

     

     The Climate Public Forum, May 3 6-7pm via Zoom and May 20th 11am-12pm at the Govt. Center

     

  • You are invited to join me for the Mayor’s Climate Council Public Forum on May 3rd from 6pm-7pm via Zoom and May 20th from 11am-12pm at the Government Center, see the flyer above for more details and dates.

 

CITY NEWS

 

  • Community Micro Grant Program will be open for applications until May 23, 2023. This grant has awarded small grants for community-specific projects aimed at improving the quality of life across Stamford’s neighborhoods. To learn more or apply, you can visit stamfordct.gov/microgrant2023.

  • Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Application deadline has been extended until May 12, 2023. The grant will provide limited one-time direct financial assistance of up to $10,000 to eligible for-profit small businesses adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information and the application, 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.
  • 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 the 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 and 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.
  • Walk-in Permitting: Are you a homeowner, homeowner's contractor, or homeowner's agent (excluding Professional Expeditors) with questions regarding minor residential projects? Mayor Simmons and City staff are offering dedicated hours where constituents can walk in and ask questions regarding residential and minor commercial projects such as food businesses, cosmetology, barber, and retail food establishments. Let us help you navigate the permitting or license process. This time is solely intended for residential and small commercial projects looking to open a business, modify a space, add an accessory, etc. This is not for plan review but to answer questions and offer guidance. So we can better serve you, please complete our questionnaire prior to your visit. https://veoci.com/v/p/form/v64yk9yc2ae3

RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS

Employment Opportunities in the City

 

  • View open positions with the City of Stamford here.

     

    Traffic & City Events

  • ConnDOT 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.
  • 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.

  • Vaccination Sites: 1st and 2nd doses are available to all, booster shots for ages 5+ (Pfizer) and 18+ (Moderna/J&J))

On Saturday April 29th, 2023:

  • Westover School: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • 137 Henry Street: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

On Sunday April 30th, 2023:

  • B1C Vaccine Clinic (401 Shippan): 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
  • Cove Park/ARI Walk: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

 

From 5/1 to 5/5, free vaccines are available without an appointment for all ages:

  • 137 Henry Street Clinic: Thursday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • B1C Vaccine Clinic (401 Shippan): Thursday – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Ferguson Library (Main Branch): Monday – 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
    • Please visit the State of Connecticut's Vaccine Portal for information on how to request a new copy of your card.

 

CLICK HERE FOR THE LEGISLATIVE DIGEST

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Have a wonderful weekend!

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Caroline Simmons

 

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