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Stamford’s conservation commission creates conflicting priorities between housing and environmentalism
City experts say the proposed commission can’t block housing. Pro-housing advocates ask why create it at all.
Jul 21
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Arthur Augustyn
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Simmons reports "city is strong" but "work is not finished" in 2026 State of the City address
The Stamford mayor said the city continues to navigate "economic uncertainty and evolving challenges"; first-term housing executive order fell short of…
Jul 9
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Arthur Augustyn
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Board approves Midas site sale for 55 affordable apartments, rejects boat launch study
Board of Reps Roundup: Representatives approved a school bus depot lease on Courtland Avenue and $2.1 million for the St. John Towers redevelopment
Jun 5
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Arthur Augustyn
Stamford approves labor agreement for new Roxbury School over cost objections
Board of Reps Roundup: The 28-11 vote authorizes a contractor to negotiate the deal on the city’s behalf — a detail that drove most of the opposition
May 9
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Arthur Augustyn
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
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“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
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
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
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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
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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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