Rilling Pleased With Norwalk's Progress In Coronavirus Fight

NORWALK, CT — The city's confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) — and number of deaths as a result of the virus — have slowed in Norwalk over the past couple of weeks, a trend that Mayor Rilling attributes to residents adhering to restrictions.

On Monday, there were no reported coronavirus-related deaths in Norwalk, which means that number remains at 137, and only two new cases, bringing that total to 2,067, according to state and local health officials. The most recent reported coronavirus-related death in Norwalk was on Friday.

"I continue to be pleased with the progress we are making in Norwalk as more businesses open and more amenities are available," Rilling said. "Our case numbers are slowing, which is certainly welcomed news from where we were just a few short months ago. When I am out at a store, or restaurant, I am encouraged to see most people following the guidelines. With everyone doing their part, we can continue to move forward and continue to reopen our City. Keep up the great work, Norwalk."

Statewide, the numbers of COVID-19 deaths and confirmed cases also are slowing, as officials from Connecticut, New York and New Jersey consider quarantining travelers from other states where cases have spiked.

This is from Rilling's Monday announcement:

• Today, the City of Norwalk, and community partners Cornerstone Community Church, Fairfield County’s Communication Foundation, and Alliance for Community Empowerment distributed 1,000 food boxes to Norwalk residents. In total, approximately 30,000 pounds of food was given to families.
• The City has received an increased number of complaints about fireworks during the COVID-19 crisis. The public is reminded that fireworks are not permitted in Norwalk and those found discharging fireworks will be ticketed. Residents can report these incidents to the Norwalk Police Department non-emergency line at 203-854-3000.
• The 8-week schedule of free virtual programming set to begin on July 6 is now available online. Families can see what programs, the times, age and grade range, and more. For example, there are programing for grades 5-8, ages 62 and older, grades 7-12, ages 2-5, and everywhere in between. View the schedule at norwalkct.org/recreationandparks.
• The public is reminded that the Phase Two reopening plan for the City of Norwalk can be found at norwalkct.org/reopennorwalk. The plan covers municipal facilities and services. Businesses are advised to follow the State of Connecticut guidelines.

Members of the public are encouraged to sign-up for the City's CodeRED Emergency Alert Notification System at norwalkct.org/codered. Updates on City services, hours, and community resources will be routinely published at norwalkct.org/citynews. The latest health updates can be found at norwalkct.org/coronavirus.