Mayor's Office Update
-Mayor Simmons and the City of Stamford have committed to the Vision Zero Initiative. To follow updates on the Vision Zero Initiative, click here.
-The state of Connecticut’s mandatory revaluation process has been completed. More information about the revaluation process can be found here.
Important Information for Stamford Residents
-The Special Election for the 148th House District will be held on February 28th, 2023. For more information click.
-The Recycling and Sanitation Department has released its 2023 Holiday Schedule, click here to view.
-Notes from the Stamford Health Department:
-Fairfield County is currently at the highest level for COVID-19 community transmission due to increased hospitalizations, especially among older adults. All residents are encouraged to get their COVID-19 booster and consider wearing masks when in indoor public spaces. For more information, please check out the CDC website or contact the Stamford Department of Health (communityhealth@stamfordct.gov).
-The FDA has extended the expiration date for all iHealth at-home test kits. The true expiration date is now 9 months past the original date on the box. To check the expiration date for your test kit, you can use this website: https://ihealthlabs.com/pages/news Questions? Please contact the Stamford Department of Health: communityhealth@stamfordct.gov
-All vendors working with the City, please see the notice posted here.
-The Stamford Department of Health Flu vaccine clinic is open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Wednesday until April 30th, 2023. The clinic is located at 137 Henry Street, no appointment needed.
-Learn more about the Retail Grant Program here.
Paving
-Residents can submit road paving suggestions for the Tier 2 list of the Pave Stamford initiative here.
COVID-19 Updates
Case Numbers
Follow the City of Stamford’s Covid-19 Dashboard, which provides the latest up-to-date
information on COVID-19 cases and vaccination rates in the City.
Vaccination Sites
-Saturday January 28th, 2023:
The vaccination site at Westover School will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Child Guidance Center Vaccine Clinic (401 Shippan Ave) will be open from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
-Sunday January 29th, 2023:
The vaccination site at Americares (401 Shippan Ave) will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
1/30-1/31 vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:
-All Ages
-137 Henry Street Clinic: Tuesday – Appointment Only 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
-Call (203)-977-5385
-137 Henry Street Clinic: Monday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
-Ferguson Library: Monday & Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
-1st and 2nd doses are available to all, as well as booster shots for ages 5+ (Pfizer) and 18+ (Moderna/J&J) at all walk up vaccination clinics.
Please visit our website for more information on free pop-up locations throughout the city.
Covid-19 Testing Sites
-St. Mary’s Church (566 Elm St) testing site will be open at the following times: Sign-up for an appointment here
-Monday - Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
-Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
-Beginning January 1, 2023, the state will no longer be covering the cost for uninsured patients. If you are uninsured, you can still receive a test, but you will be charged for the cost of the test.
More information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing in Stamford can be found here
Other Resources
-If you are unable to leave your home or are uncomfortable traveling to a vaccine site, the Stamford Department of Health will bring the vaccine to you. Please call 203-977-4378 or 203-977-4369 to schedule your free in-home COVID-19 vaccine appointment.
-All information about Stamford's response to COVID-19 can be found on our website at www.stamfordct.gov/covid19.
-Please visit the State of Connecticut's Vaccine Portal for information on how to request a new copy of your card.
City Services
-The Take it Or Leave it Shop & the Book Swap Shop at Katrina Mygatt are now open:
-The Take It or Leave It Shop is open on Tuesday & Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
-Closed on all inclement weather days (rain and snow)
-The Book Swap Shop is open on Tuesday & Saturday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Community
-Residents and visitors are able to view upcoming Stamford Downtown events here. Additionally, view upcoming Stamford concerts, in-person, and virtual events here.
-Register for the CT State Small Business Seminars here.
Upcoming Meetings
-Fiscal Committee Meeting: Monday, January 30th, 7:00 pm
-HCD Committee Meeting: Tuesday, January 31st, 6:30 pm
Employment Opportunities in the City of Stamford
-Join the City of Stamford, view open positions here.
