MAYOR’S UPDATES
- Small Business Visit: I visited Cwispy Chicken this week to talk to Karsten Kragh and his team about their business and learn more about the top-notch cooking that produces their amazing products! Make sure to check them out at 72 Magee Ave. [see image]
- Family Day: Last weekend, it was wonderful to join the Health Department’s Family Day and celebrate the unveiling of the Dr. Joyce Yerwood mural. Thank you to everyone who came out, and to the Health Department and all the volunteers who made this such a wonderful event!
- $7.7 Million Dollar State Grant for Mill River Park State Grant: The City of Stamford secured $7.7 million in state funding to complete the Community Commons at Mill River Park! This transformative project will create a permanent event space, dog park, and new play areas, while improving pedestrian safety along Washington Boulevard.
- $5 Million Dollar Federal Grant for Cummings and West Beach: I’m thrilled to share that Cummings Park and West Beach have received a $5 million grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP). This funding will enable major improvements at both locations, enriching these beloved outdoor spaces in Stamford.
- Connecticut Gun Buyback Program: As part of a statewide effort, the Stamford Police Department is holding a gun buyback program this upcoming Saturday, October 5th from 10:00am – 1:00pm at 725 Bedford Street. This initiative aims to reduce the number of unwanted firearms in our community, offering residents a safe and anonymous way to turn in firearms. I encourage everyone to spread the word to make certain we to make Stamford a safer place for all.
CITY NEWS
- Stamford 2035: The City of Stamford is excited to launch the Stamford 2035 Comprehensive Plan, a once-in-a-decade opportunity to assess the city's current state and explore key questions about our future! This plan will guide Stamford’s development through 2035, focusing on crucial topics like sustainability, resilience, diversity, equity, inclusion, housing, economic growth, mobility, and infrastructure. Throughout the 10-month process, you’ll have the chance to share your vision for Stamford by participating in public meetings, workshops, surveys, and discussions with our planning team. Check out this project one-sheet and visit our website to get involved, sign up for updates, and learn more about the plan.
- 2025 Arts and Culture Grant: The 2025 Arts and Culture Grant is now accepting applications. The deadline to apply is November 8th, 2024, at 11:59 pm. For more information and to apply, visit here.
- 2024 Leaf Pick Up: Leaf Pick Up will begin on November 12th, 2024. Leaves must be out no later than
- North (Above Merritt Parkway): November 12, 2024
- Middle (Merritt Parkway to I-95): November 19, 2024
- South (South of I-95): December 3, 2024
For more information click here.
- October 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! Click here to view the October Guide.
- Learning in Retirement: Learning in Retirement offers morning classes and trips in art, music, current events, history and technology to senior citizens and other retirees. Go to lirstamford.org to explore the classes and to register.
- 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.
- Paving Update: Click here for the priority list for paving operations established in response to a city-wide road assessment in 2022.
- 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.
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