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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:02/23/2024 7:38 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. 

 

The FY24-25 City of Stamford budget season is underway! Right now, we are reviewing each city department’s operating budgets to ensure we are investing in my administration’s key priorities, while also maintaining sound fiscal responsibility.

As part of our effort to ensure Stamford remains one of the safest cities in our region, we are enhancing investments in public safety in this year’s budget. My budget presentation is on Wednesday, March 6th. Stay tuned for more information about how to watch the presentation and attend future public hearings during the budget process. 

 

Weekly Local Business Spotlight: Creations Salon

Each week I will highlight one of our incredible small businesses that received one of the 176 Stamford COVID-19 relief grants.

Creations Salon at 828 High Ridge Road offers the full range of hair services such as haircuts for men and women, coloring, treatments such as reconditioning and de-mineralizing, keratin smoothing treatment and other hair texturing services, and blowouts. They can also take care of your wedding or special occasion looks and gift certificates are available.

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • Swearing in Fire Chief Morris: It was an honor to swear in Rex Morris as the Stamford Fire Department's new Fire Chief. Chief Morris has had a distinguished career in the fire service that spans over 50 years, having served in a variety of leadership positions in the New York City Fire Department as well as Assistant Chief of Volunteer Services for the Stamford Fire Department. I am confident he will lead the brave men and women of the Stamford Fire Department with excellence and integrity. 

Mayor Simmons swears in Chief Morris as Fire Chief

  • Coffee with the Mayor: Thank you to everyone who came to meet with me this morning at Coffee with the Mayor. It was great to meet with so many of you and to share concerns about our community. 

Mayor simmons listens to residents during coffee with the Mayor

  • Stamford Veterans Resource Center One-Year Anniversary: Last week (February 15th) was the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Stamford Veterans Resource Center. This center stands as a testament to the City of Stamford’s unwavering commitment to the men and women who have served our nation with honor and valor. In its first year, the Veterans Resource Center has been instrumental in providing resources and services to hundreds of Stamford’s veterans, including through free blood pressure screenings, housing, food, and medical assistance, vaccinations, mental health services, basic hygiene and cold weather necessities, and important workshops on a variety of different topics, ensuring veterans are aware of the state and federal resources available to them due to their heroic service to our country. Thank you to Carmen Hughes and all the veterans and volunteers who give their time to support the work of the Veterans Resource Center – we could not do it without you! Check out this News12 clip to learn more.

Veterans Resource Center

  • Mayor's Literacy Initiative Logo Contest: We are seeking artwork logo designs for the Mayor's Literacy Initiative and the contest is open to all students K-12 who live in or attend school in Stamford. The entry deadline is this Monday, February 26th. Click here for more information.

 Logo Contest - English

 Logo Contest - Spanish

 

CITY NEWS

  • Black History Month Vendor Fair: To celebrate Black History month, the City of Stamford will host a Black small business vendor fair on Wednesday, February 28th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Government Center to highlight some local small black businesses. Interested in participating? Send your business details to amiller1@stamfordct.gov
  • Shop Local Winter Guide: The City of Stamford recently launched its first Shop Local Guide! We encourage residents to use the guide during the holiday season to shop locally and support our small business. To view the list, click here.
  • Shop Local Spring Campaign: Are you a Stamford resident with a small business? We want to highlight you during our Shop Local Spring Campaign. Send your business details to calexander@stamfordct.gov.
  • Stamford Transportation Center Master Plan: Our administration has been meeting with the Connecticut Department of Transportation and city transportation officials to continue to make progress on the Stamford Train Station Master Plan. To view the Stamford Transportation Center Master Plan, visit: stcmasterplan.com.
  • Paving Update: here for the priority list for paving operations in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.
  • Safe Boating Class: The Stamford Regional Fire School is now offering the State of Connecticut safe boating courses. The first class will be on Saturday, April 13th. Get your safe boating certificate before the boating season begins! Class size is limited to 24 students. Additional dates will be added based on demand. You can sign up here

 

CITY EVENTS

  • St. Patrick's Day Parade: The St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 2 at 2:00 pm! Bring your loved ones to the perfect family-friendly spot on Summer Street between North Street and Broad Street. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with colorful floats, lively music, and the spirit of St. Patrick's Day! Don't miss out on the joyous celebration – mark your calendars and get ready for an afternoon filled with laughter, cheers, and Irish charm!
  • Kids Helping Kids Hope Day: Tomorrow, Saturday, February 24th from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm at UCONN Stamford, Kids Helping Kids (KHK) is proud to present the 2nd Annual Hope Day. The event is a free community event initiated by KHK volunteers who want to create a space for residents to learn about all the mental health resources available to them. More than 30 vendors to be there and share information about the services their organization provides, as well as opportunities for the public to learn more about the calming effects of YOGA, building confidence and a positive self-image.

 A flyer for the 2nd Hope Day with the list of vendors

 

RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS

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

 

Employment Opportunities in the City

 

Traffic

  • Temporary Roadways at the Greenwich Ave and Pulaski Street Intersection: Temporary roadways are in place at the Greenwich Avenue & Pulaski Street intersection. Use caution, plan for extra travel time, and slowdown in work zones. Access to businesses will remain open. To learn more about the project, click here.
  • Connecticut Department of Transportation Stamford Station Construction: Construction continues at the Stamford Train Station, so please make sure to plan ahead. Passengers can find the updated train schedule here.

 

COVID-19 Resources

For information on COVID-19, visit the Department of Health and Human Services website.

 

CLICK HERE FOR THE LEGISLATIVE DIGEST

 

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Have a wonderful weekend!

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Caroline Simmons

 

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