Mayor Caroline Simmons Releases Year-End Report

STAMFORD, CT — Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons on Monday released her administration's year-end report, highlighting some of the key initiatives undertaken during her third year as the city's chief elected official.

"Three years ago, I had the privilege of being sworn in as the Mayor of Stamford. Since then, my team and I have been working hard to implement policies and initiatives that support my vision of building a city that is more equitable, inclusive, innovative, and a place where everyone can thrive," Simmons wrote in a letter that was included in the report.

"Together, we have made substantial progress toward that vision. Our work is rooted in our commitment to three priorities: investing in our city’s infrastructure, advancing economic prosperity, and making government more responsive to enhance quality of life for residents."

Here is a snapshot of some of the initiatives mentioned in the report:

• Opened the city’s first walk-in permitting center on the seventh floor of the Government Center, a dedicated space that allows Stamford residents seeking a permit to ask questions of city staff regarding residential and minor commercial projects.
• Launched StamFORWARD, a two-year pilot program for on-demand microtransit services, enhancing connectivity, accessibility, and mobility in Stamford.
• Secured $17 million in federal funding for the West Side Neighborhood Connector Project, improving connectivity between the West Side, Downtown, and South End neighborhoods and the Stamford Transportation Center.
• Opened the Stamford Regional Police Academy at the Stamford Police Department and graduated the first class of recruits.
• Completed new turf fields at Lione Park, West Beach, and Stamford High School.

"As I head into my fourth year in office, I am eager to continue advancing key initiatives that strengthen our community, promote economic growth, improve our infrastructure, and ensure Stamford remains a safe, thriving, and welcoming city for everyone," Simmons added.

The full report can be found here.