What's in this newsletter?

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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Mayor's Office Update

Today marks one year since Mayor Simmons took office. Read more about the accomplishments made in her first year, in her “One Year Report” here.

Mayor Simmons announced important investments in school safety and security, learn morehere.

Leaf pick up has started, more information about leaf pick up can be foundhere.

Important Information for Stamford Residents

The Stamford Department of Health Flu vaccine clinic is open from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm every Wednesday until April 30^th, 2023. The clinic is located at 137 Henry Street, no appointment needed.

Learn more about the Retail Grant Programhere.

Paving

This year, the City of Stamford has announced the “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, December 2^nd, 2022:

The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The vaccination site at The Ferguson Library (96 Broad St) will be open from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The vaccination site at 137 Henry St Vaccine Clinic will be open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm by appointment only (call 203-977-5385)

Saturday, December 3^rd, 2022:

The vaccination site at Westover School will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Sunday, December 4^th, 2022:

The Americares vaccination site at 401 Shippan Ave will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

 12/5-12/8 vaccines are available at the following locations free without an appointment:

All Ages

137 Henry Street Clinic: Monday 9:00 am to 2:30 pm

137 Henry Street Clinic: Tuesday –Appointment Only9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Call (203)-977-5385

137 Henry Street Clinic: Thursday, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Americares (401 Shippan Ave): Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Ferguson Library: Tuesday – Thursday, 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:

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:

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am – 3:00 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 Shopis 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 Seminarshere.

State News

State News

Governor Lamont, State Department of Education, and Connecticut Tribal Leaders Announce Partnership to Collaboratively Plan for Native American Studies Model Curriculum

Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Extending Gas Tax Cuts and Fare-Free Bus Service, Increasing Energy Assistance and Pandemic Premium Pay, and Updating the Bottle Bill

Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut’s ‘Find Your Vibe’ Tourism Campaign Continues Into Winter

Governor Lamont, State Officials Work With Utilities to Advance a Short-Term Customer Relief Plan To Reduce the Cost of Energy Supply Prices

Governor Lamont Announces Open Enrollment Period for Health Coverage Through Access Health CT Has Begun and Runs Through January 15

Legislative Digest

Upcoming Meetings

Board of Representatives Regular Meeting: Monday, December 5^th, 8:00 pm

Charter Revision Committee: Tuesday, December 6^th, 7:00 pm

Employment Opportunities in the City of Stamford

Join the City of Stamford, view open positions here.