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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:03/01/2024 5:00 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.

Thank you to everyone who came to meet with me last Friday at “Coffee with the Mayor”. It was great to meet and hear about the issues affecting Stamford residents. 

Mayor simmons listens to residents during coffee with the Mayor

Hearing from so many of you in recent months has shaped our budget this year and our renewed focus on expanding housing opportunities, pedestrian and public safety, parks, road paving and sidewalks, fiscal responsibility, and supporting our non-profit community. You can learn more about these and many other priorities by tuning in here on Wednesday, March 6th to learn more!

 

Weekly Local Business Spotlight: Breakthru Fitness

 

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

 

Breakthru Fitness located at 48 Union Street in Stamford offers group fitness classes including several forms of self-defense, yoga, and personal training for men, women, children. They also rent their space to independent trainers or instructors who want to host classes.   

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • Stamford Transportation Center New Parking Garage: This week, I joined Governor Lamont and our state delegation to celebrate the opening of the Stamford Transportation Center’s new parking garage. This marks a significant step forward in our commitment to improving commuter services and elevating the Transportation Center into a premier transit hub. Check out this News12 clip here to learn more.
    Mayor Simmons smiles with Gov Lamont and other state and local officials at opening of new parking garage
  • Small Business Vendor Fair: Thank you to everyone who attended our Small Business Vendor Fair at the Government Center this week! Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. As we plan more fairs, please let us know if you are interested in participating by reaching out to Aaron Miller at amiller1@stamfordct.gov

Mayor Simmons listens as she speaks with a small business owner

CITY NEWS

  • 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: Visit 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 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

  • This Weekend – St. Patrick's Day Parade: The St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place this 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! Mark your calendars and get ready for an afternoon filled with laughter, cheer, and Irish charm!

 

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

  • Summer Street Road Work: Please be advised that starting Monday, March 4, Summer Street between North Street and 707 Summer Street will be reduced to one 14' wide travel lane that will be composed of the western parking lane and travel lane. Work will conclude on Saturday, March 9.  This is to facilitate the removal of the tower crane at 777 Summer Street. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes.
  • 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.

 

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Have a wonderful weekend!

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Caroline Simmons

 

 

 

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