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Stamford Connecticut - Your City at Work From the Mayor s Desk 09 February 2024 ( news )
Stamford , state Connecticut ( By Press Release office)
Feb 09,2024
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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:
Carpentry Unlimited Inc
Each week I will highlight one of our incredible small businesses that received one of the 176 Stamford COVID - 19 relief grants .
Carpentry Unlimited Inc . can tackle any home construction project such as building new homes , carpentry services , remodeling bathrooms and kitchens , and doing home additions . They have been in business for 35 years and serve most of Fairfield County . They work closely with the homeowners throughout the process and are committed to the highest quality workmanship .
MAYOR’S UPDATES
Connecticut General Assembly 2024 Session Opening Day:I attended the Connecticut General Assembly ' s Opening Day of the 2024 Regular Session this past Wednesday . The work that kicked off in Hartford will have a real impact on communities across Stamford . Since taking office , I have been proud to advocate in Hartford and call for additional resources for our city and support key legislation that improves the lives of residents . On behalf of the City of Stamford , I’m grateful for the continued work and dedication of our state delegation in both the State House and State Senate . I will continue to work alongside them to support policies that deliver for residents and build a fairer and more sustainable future for Stamford . In this session , I’m committed to protecting and expanding our education funding , promoting affordable childcare , and ensuring equal opportunities for our students .
Re - opening of the Shippan Avenue ShopRite:I recently joined local leaders and The Cingari family for the official re - opening of the Shippan Avenue ShopRite . The Cingari Family business has served the Stamford community for nearly 100 years and their warmth and care for their customers is evident across all 12 stores throughout Connecticut .
CITY NEWS
Board of Assessment Appeals Meeting:The next Board of Assessment Appeals meetings will be held in March 2024 . Application deadline is February 20 , 2024 . Please click
here
for more information .
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:See
herefor the priority list for paving operations in response to a city - wide road assessment in 2022 .
CITY EVENTS
Small Business Resource Forum:
Current and future business owners are invited to the Small Business Resource Forum on Wednesday , February 14 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Ferguson Library . All are encouraged to bring business cards , a computer , questions , and requests . The event is free , but registration is required . Click
here
to register , see the flyer below for more details .
Stamford Veterans Resource Center 1 Year Anniversary:
Celebrate the Stamford Veterans Resource Center turning one! Join us on February 15th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Old Town Hall , use the QR code below to register!
Kids Helping Kids:On Saturday , February 24
thfrom 12pm – 3pm at UCONN , 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 local 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 .
Upcoming City Concerts and Events ( In - Person and Virtual )
Upcoming Stamford Downtown Events
State Small Business Seminars
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
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!
Caroline Simmons
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