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Council committee takes next steps to “unlock” funding for Webster Lot
As part of Norwalk’s efforts to redevelop the Webster Lot in South Norwalk, the city has been working to secure outside funding for the remediation needed to clean up the site and for infrastructure on it. Norwalk has so far received $11 million from the state for this project:...
Mother’s Day Peace March this Sunday
The Mother’s Day Peace March is planned for 12:30 until 2 p.m. this Sunday May 12 in SoNo, according to a news release from People for a Peaceful Tomorrow. Marchers from Wilton Quaker Meeting, World BEYOND War CT, and others will proclaim their antiwar ethos. Join the group when it assembles at the Washington Street Bridge adjacent to the Maritime Aquarium, proceeds along Washington Street, and then goes to lunch together.
College-bound seminar for HS music students
High school students bent on pursuing collegiate performing arts degrees can benefit from the information and guidance provided by Music Theatre of Connecticut’s (MTC) “Comprehensive College Bound Seminar” on Saturday May 18 from 10 a.m. until noon at MTC’s Norwalk complex, located at 509 Westport Avenue.
Opponents to O&G’s expansion gear up for P&Z public hearing
As the Planning and Zoning Commission awaits additional information from O&G Industries before scheduling a public hearing, citizens’ groups are lining up in opposition to the company’s proposal to expand the use of its property along the Norwalk River. O&G is seeking approval to manufacture and store construction...
City looks to better track event attendance, economic impact, and return on investment
Some of the biggest conversations this past budget cycle centered around funding for the special events the city hosts and organizes, with many calling the events a “want versus a need” in a tight budget year. In response, Norwalk’s Business Development and Tourism Department gave a presentation to...
The I-95 crash shows us how fragile our driving-first transportation system is
Last week, our transportation system experienced an existential shock. A gasoline tanker crashed on I-95, bursting into flames and setting off a chain reaction. The massive fire burnt the Fairfield Ave bridge to a crisp, closing the freeway and backing up traffic in both directions for miles. This drove traffic from I-95 – the main artery of the Eastern Seaboard – onto local Norwalk streets, bringing local traffic to a standstill in the urban core of Norwalk. This gridlock upended plans for many Norwalkers – schools were canceled, community events were postponed, and those who were able were asked to work from home. Those who weren’t able to change their plans ended up stuck in traffic. In sum: one wrong move by a driver brought our entire local transportation system to a grinding halt – a sad but stark lesson in how fragile that system really is.
Upcoming City Meetings…At your Fingertips
Upcoming City Government Meetings for the City of Norwalk:. – Details: Hybrid via Zoom and in person in the Community Room, 125 East Avenue, First Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851. – Details: Hybrid via Zoom and in person in the Common Council Chambers, 125 East Avenue, Third Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851.
Norwalk hopes to get federal funds to cover all costs related to I-95 crash
From overtime expenses to the foam used to put out the fire on I-95, Norwalk officials said Monday that they’re hopeful the city will get reimbursed for its expenses. On Monday evening, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that Federal Highway Administration was allocating $3 million in “quick release” emergency relief funds to help “offset costs to reconstruct the Fairfield Avenue bridge over Interstate 95 (I-95),” which was damaged in the crash.
Norwalk operating budget finalized, capital budget ‘cap’ set
Following some minor adjustments, a final $436.1 million operating budget was unanimously approved by the Board of Estimate and Taxation on Monday evening. The biggest change was that the projections for how much the city needed to contribute to its pension funds went up by $906,563. “The actuaries come forth...
Lamont praises the speedy repair of I-95
With Connecticut Dept. of Transportation workers in the distance surveying the location, Gov. Ned Lamont (D) led officials at a Monday morning news conference praising the state employees and private contractors who demolished a fire-scorched bridge, enabling Interstate 95 to be reopened to traffic at Fairfield Avenue. “This was an...
Youth Reconnection Requires ‘The Big Picture’
In the cacophony of issues facing residents in the state of Connecticut, the disconnected youth crisis has been catapulted to the forefront. The issue of disconnected youth is jarring to some, but for many this isn’t a novel issue, especially in their own communities. The plight of disconnected youth is not just one of moral concern, it is an economic one too. While the moral imperative to support these youth is undeniable, there are significant financial dividends that can be yielded from addressing the crisis.
A first look inside Norwalk’s Route 1 corridor study
Route 1, which goes by Connecticut Avenue for most parts, and Van Buren Avenue, is considered a gateway to Norwalk, and one of the busiest corridors in the city, carrying about 30,000 vehicles a day, according to Garrett Bolella, assistant director of the city’s Transportation, Mobility, and Parking Department.
Protect our elections from foreign interference
As the next presidential election draws nearer, we have every reason to believe that our foes will ramp up their efforts to covertly influence American voters. For years now, the federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has warned top state election and cybersecurity officials about threats posed by Russia and other foreign adversaries ahead of the 2024 elections. We know that Russia, Iran, and China have meddled in previous elections, targeting specific audiences and sowing disinformation online in an attempt to undermine confidence in our democratic institutions.
What are we actually saving on South Main?
Paul Lanning’s laudable write-up of the Norwalk Preservation Trust (NPT) deserves attention. But the NPT themselves deserve a rebuttal, and Norwalkers deserve better than the NPT. I live literally a few doors down from the buildings NPT wants to “save” (31-35 and 25 South Main Street). But guess what?...
Norwalk antique car lovers, you just might love this
Show off your classic, antique, custom, or exotic car or motorcycle, and contribute to a youngster’s college tuition for $20 per vehicle at the annual Greenwich Police Department Benefit Car Show, a free public exhibition planned for Saturday June 8 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Greenwich Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road. Car clubs are welcome. Vehicle pre-registration is open until Friday May 31. Same-day registration will cost $25, space permitting.
I-95 fully re-opens in both directions
Traffic is moving in both directions on I-95. Earlier, Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto announced that Interstate 95 in Norwalk would fully reopen to traffic in both directions by 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Following the major motor vehicle collision that occurred during the...
Northbound I-95 has reopened
Northbound lanes of Interstate 95 will reopen by 8 p.m. Saturday, Gov. Ned Lamont said. Southbound will remain closed through Sunday. The State’s livestream showed that traffic resumed at 7:42 p.m. This follows a fiery crash Thursday morning among three vehicles, including a fuel tanker, which exploded in flames,...
State posts live feed of bridge demolition
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has installed a webcam providing the public with a real-time, live video feed of the ongoing demolition of the Fairfield Avenue Bridge here. You can visit it here. “There is significant interest in this ongoing emergency project, and this live video feed will help in...
LIVE VIDEO FEED OF BRIDGE DEMOLITION ON I-95 IN NORWALK-Governor Lamont Press Release
GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES LIVE VIDEO FEED OF BRIDGE DEMOLITION ON I-95 IN NORWALK. (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation has installed a webcam providing the public with a real-time, live video feed of the ongoing demolition of the Fairfield Avenue Bridge on I-95 in Norwalk.
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