MAYOR’S UPDATES
- Stamford Veterans Resource Anniversary: We celebrated the two-year anniversary of the Stamford Veterans Resource Center. Since opening in 2023, it has connected hundreds of veterans with local, state, and federal resources, hosted workshops, and held its first Stand Down Event with Connecticut Veterans Affairs. Thank you to our veterans for their service and continued civic engagement. Visit the Veterans Resource Center at Old Town Hall every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- St. Patrick’s Day/Irish Flag Raising: Hope everyone had a happy St. Patrick’s Day! On Monday, we proudly raised the Irish flag in celebration of Stamford’s vibrant Irish-American heritage and community.
- ICYMI - FY2025-26 Budget: This budget upholds my administration’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and ensuring high-quality and reliable city services for Stamford residents. For more information on the FY25-26 City of Stamford budget, visit: Budget Information | Stamford, CT
CITY NEWS
- Old Long Ridge Road Bridge: After a visual inspection of the Old Long Ridge Road Bridge, just south of Hunting Ridge Road, city engineers have implemented a temporary one-way traffic pattern, effective immediately. The City will share further updates as they become available.
- Small Business Survey: My administration recently launched a quick survey to help us better understand small business challenges in our community and explore ways to support your success.
- Learning in Retirement: Learning in Retirement is beginning a new semester! Classes in art, music, current events, and history are offered to senior citizens and other retirees. For information and to register, visit www.lirstamford.org.
- March Arts & Culture Guide: The City of Stamford and the Stamford Arts and Culture Commission are excited to announce, “Stamford Spotlight: A Celebration of Arts and Culture.” This guide highlights upcoming arts and cultural events in Stamford. Be sure to stop by and support our local organizations!
- Lathon Wider Community Center: On the morning of Thursday, January 2, the City Facilities Department was notified of a flooding incident in the basement of the Lathon Wider Community Center (137 Henry Street) caused by a failure in a piece of mechanical equipment. The target date for reopening the building is July 1, 2025. For any questions or urgent needs regarding the Health Department’s walk-in health services, please call (203)-977-5652.
- Stamford 2035 Update: We were thrilled to see over 250 Stamford residents at our recent Stamford 2035 open house! If you missed the event or have additional insights, please take a few minutes to complete the My City Stamford survey to help us prioritize goals and shape the city's future. Stay involved by visiting our website for updates and more information about the Stamford 2035 Comprehensive Plan, or by sharing your thoughts and ideas through our surveys and community events.
- Upcoming Event: My City Stamford Day - On April 9, 2025, we will host My City Stamford Day, where over 16,000 Stamford Public Schools students and their families will engage in hands-on urban planning activities. This event promises to be an exciting opportunity for Stamford’s students to come together and envision the future of Stamford.
- 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.
- Paving Update: Click here for the priority list for paving operations established in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.
- Apply for a Special Events Permit: To reserve a pavilion or host events at city parks click here.
- Beach Permit Information: Click here for more information on how to apply for a beach permit.
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