This newsletter is compiled by Mayor Simmons’ Administration to provide Stamford residents with information about critical updates on city services, state programs and community activities. If you have information that should be included in this newsletter — or believe some information is incorrect — please contact the City's Communications Staff.
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News from the Mayor's Office
- In case you missed it, you can read Mayor Simmons recent op-ed: “When it comes to housing, Stamford can’t afford to do nothing” here.
- Mayor Simmons signed an executive order that commits Stamford to the Vision Zero initiative. Read more here.
Important Information for Stamford Residents
- This is the last weekend to receive COVID-19 vaccines at Cove Island and Jackie Robinson Park.
- The Stamford Public School’s Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) has been approved by the state. That allows Stamford Public Schools to provide free healthy breakfast and lunch at school to all students during the 2022-23 school year! Breakfast will be part of the school day - parents do not have to fill any forms, pay for anything, nor send the children early to school.
Paving
- This year, the City of Stamford has announced “Pave Stamford,” initiative that seeks to double the amount of road paving and sidewalk restoration done during this budget cycle. Click here to view the Tier 1 paving list.
- 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
- Friday, September 23rd, 2022:
The vaccination site at Scalzi Park will be open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
- Saturday, September 24th, 2022:
The vaccination site at Westover School will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Scalzi Park site will be open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The Cove Island site will be open from 10:30 am – 5:00 pm. The Jackie Robinson Park site will be open from 11:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Sunday, September 25th, 2022:
The vaccination site at Cove Park will be open from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. The Jackie Robinson Park event will be open from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. The Scalzi Park site will be open from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Next week, 9/26– 9/29 vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:
- All Ages
137 Henry Street Clinic: Monday & Thursday 8:30 am to 2:45 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm by Appointment Only
- Scalzi Park: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 3:00 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:
- Monday - Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
- Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Accu Reference (689 Canal St) testing site will be open at the following times:
- Monday - Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- The Book Swap Shop is open on Tuesday & Saturday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
- The Scofield Special Collection (55 Rock Rimmon Rd) will be held from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on October 1st
Community
- The Mayor’s Multicultural Council & Mill River Park Collaborative Present Rhythm and Rumba Salsa Nights at Mill River Park
- September 23rd: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Rain Date: September 30th)
- October 7th: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Rain Date: October 14th)
- A Community Conversation with Robert Livingston (Harvard University Social Psychologist and Author of The Conversation) on Monday, October 3 at 6 p.m. You can register here.
- The Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular will return this year, click here for more information
- Residents and visitors can view upcoming Stamford Downtown events here. Additionally, view upcoming Stamford concerts, in-person, and virtual events here.
State and Local News
Local News
- So Fresh Doughnut Co. is coming to Stamford, click here to read more
State News
- Governor Lamont Says Today’s Historic $2.8 Billion Special Pension Payment Is One of the Strongest Fiscal Stability Moves Connecticut Has Made in a Generation
- Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Education Campaign on Responsible Cannabis Consumption
Upcoming Meetings
- Appointments Committee Meeting: Wednesday, September 28th at 6:30 pm
- L&R Committee Meeting: Thursday, September 29th at 6:30 pm
Employment Opportunities in the City of Stamford
- Join the City of Stamford, view open positions here.
