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What is the Stamford budget, and why does it cost so much?
A primer on how Stamford’s annual budget works
Mar 18
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Arthur Augustyn
When It’s Freezing in Stamford, Who Helps the Homeless?
The network of police officers, nonprofits, and anonymous donors keeping Stamford’s homeless population warm.
Mar 8
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Arthur Augustyn
2
Mayor Simmons Proposes 6.32 Percent Budget Increase, Targeting “Shared Sacrifice” to Lower Costs
As Stamford faces the largest proposed expenditure hike since the 2008 financial crisis, the mayor asks the boards to help shave the increase below 5…
Mar 7
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Arthur Augustyn
2
February 2026
“Cost of Living” Top Issue for CT Governor Race, Fazio Leads Republican Favorability
A Nutmeg State Poll shows “cost of living” is the top issue for Connecticut residents — and every challenger to Lamont is running on it
Feb 27
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Arthur Augustyn
January 2026
We Can Do Better Than In-Person Public Comments
The main method of communicating to Stamford's Government hasn't improved in centuries. The City should invest in a digital verification system to…
Jan 25
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Arthur Augustyn
3
Tigin Irish Pub will reopen on March 1
Management is still “working through [the] details”
Jan 22
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Arthur Augustyn
1
Market Rate Units Keep Stamford Rents from Skyrocketing
A panel on local housing policy credited market rate apartments from keeping Stamford rent increases below other Connecticut communities
Jan 22
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Arthur Augustyn
Federal Government Targets “Sanctuary” Cities, Stamford’s Status Unclear
Stamford has not officially declared as a “sanctuary city," but Mayor Simmons did not vote for the Trust Act in 2019.
Jan 21
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Arthur Augustyn
Boomerism is the Generational Divide in Stamford
As Millennials become the city’s largest voting bloc, Mayor Simmons faces a choice between generations and the issue of housing
Jan 18
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Arthur Augustyn
2
Stamford’s Legislative & Rules Committee Proposes Limits to Public Comments
A proposed amendment would grant the board president the ability to cancel speech that included "personal attacks"
Jan 16
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Arthur Augustyn
2
Roadmap vs. Veto: State Democrats Talk About Connecticut’s Housing Crisis
State legislators highlighted “veto points” and regulatory burdens as primary obstacles to solving the state’s housing shortage.
Jan 14
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Arthur Augustyn
2
Stamford’s Director of Administration Departs, Economic Development Head Steps into Interim Dual Role
Ben Barnes has left the City of Stamford for Charter Oak Communities
Jan 12
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Arthur Augustyn
2
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