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Your City at Work: From the Mayor’s Desk

Post Date:06/07/2024 6:04 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.

 

Mayor Simmons’ statement regarding Fitch Ratings credit agency recent announcement that the City of Stamford has maintained a AAA rating:

“Our AAA bond rating is a testament to Stamford’s fiscal health and strong fiscal management,” said Mayor Caroline Simmons. “This rating shows that Stamford can provide robust services to all residents while still maintaining the highest level of fiscal strength. We should be proud of this top-tier rating and leverage it to maintain our city’s momentum, remain fiscally disciplined, and continue to build a Stamford where all residents can live, work, and thrive.”  Read more here.

 

MAYOR’S UPDATES

  • My FY24-25 Fiscal Year Op-Ed: Please take a moment to read my thoughts in the Stamford Advocate regarding our city budget and the progress we’re continuing to make on our shared vision of a thriving, equitable community, reflecting our commitment to progress and resilience. You can read the op-ed here.

     

  • Weed Avenue Trail: I'm thrilled that the City of Stamford has been awarded $223,608 in state funding for the planning and design of the Weed Avenue Multi-Use Trail. This initiative will enhance safety and mobility through multimodal and traffic calming improvements, pushing us closer to achieving our Vision Zero goals.

     

  • Non-Profit Convening Breakfast: I recently welcomed nonprofit leaders at the Mayor's Spring Nonprofit Breakfast this week. We discussed the $13 million allocated for nonprofits in the FY2024-25 budget and shared details on the Stamford Parks Community Partnership and the Stamford Serve Initiative. Thank you to all our nonprofit leaders for your dedication to our community!

     

  • Happy Pride Month: Thank you to everyone who joined us in raising the Pride Flag. This month and beyond, we honor and celebrate the generations of LGBTQ+ individuals who have tirelessly advocated for and continue to champion a more inclusive and equal society.

 a picture of the pride flag flying infront of the government center

CITY NEWS

  • Lathon Wider Design Contest: The City of Stamford is thrilled to announce the Reimagine Lathon Wider Competition! The City is seeking innovative minds to develop a Civic Campus plan that will transform the Lathon Wider Community Center into the new heart of the community and renew the spirit of Lathon Wider for Stamford’s South End neighborhood. To learn more and to how to join the competition, click here.
  • Shop Local Spring Guide: I am excited to announce the City of Stamford’s Spring Shop Local Guide! I want to encourage residents to use the guide during the spring season to shop locally and support our small businesses. For more information, visit here.
  • Parking Garage Demolition: The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has initiated the demolition of the Stamford Transportation Center's 1985 Parking Garage and Pedestrian Bridge. For further details, click here.
  • Beach Passes Available for Purchase: Beach passes are now available for purchase online or in person. Parking permits are required at Cove Island, Cummings, West Beach, John J. Boccuzzi, Dorothy Heroy & Newman Mills Riverbank Walk Parks from May 1st through September 30th. Click here for more information and to purchase your pass.
  • 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: Click here for the priority list for paving operations established in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.

 

CITY EVENTS

  • Juneteenth Celebration: The City of Stamford will host its second annual Juneteenth celebration on June 15th. See the flyer below for more information.

 The Juneteenth flyer with information on timing. It runs from 12-4 pm at Mill River Park

  •  Mayor's Cybersecurity Initiative: Stamford small businesses and nonprofits are invited to attend the Mayor's Cybersecurity Initiative. See the flyer below for more information. The Mayor's Cybersecuirty Workshop will take place on June 13th at Govt. Center 6th floor 9am-12pm 
  • SPEF Summer Start: The Stamford Public Education Foundation presents Summer Start, a free five week, half day program for students who have not had a full Pre-K experience during 2023-2024. See the flyer below for further details.

SPEF Summer Start

  • Stamford Art in the Park: The Stamford Arts Association will host Art in the Park at Mill River this summer, the event is free and open to the public. See below for more information

Art in the Park

 

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

  • Open positions with City of Stamford

    Traffic

  • Mill Road Bridge: Please be aware due to unsafe bridge conditions, Mill Road is closed to traffic at the intersection of Old Long Ridge Road. Residents are urged to enter Mill Road from Rock Rimmon Road. Residents can click here for updates.
  • Lakeside Drive Bridge Replacement: As of April 1st, the Lakeside Drive Bridge is closed to all traffic, including cyclists and pedestrians. The traffic light at the intersection of High Ridge Road and Interlaken Road has been revised with the timing of the green light to avoid the back up of cars traveling both southbound and northbound. Please stay away from the construction site for your own safety. There is only access to the Aquarion Water treatment plant provided pass Quarry Road. For detour plans and more information click here.
  • Cedar Heights Bridge Replacement: The Cedar Heights Bridge is currently closed and is scheduled to reopen to vehicular traffic on November 2nd.
  • West Glen Drive Bridge: A notice to proceed was given to Dayton Construction Company for 4/1/2024.  The utilities relocation is being finalized now.  The bridge will be closed on June 17th and will remain closed until the completion of construction.  The anticipated completion date is 12/1/2024
  • 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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