Norwalk Milling and Paving Update

Beginning Monday, September 23, 2019, Butler Street and the parking lot of the Norwalk Transfer station are scheduled to be milled and paved as part of the City’s annual paving program. Work will be performed during the day on Butler Street and ...

Mayor Rilling announces $4 million in ongoing investments in the Wall Street/West Avenue Corridor

(Norwalk, Conn.) – On September 20, 2019, Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling was joined by area stakeholders in announcing more than $4 million in investments occurring along the Wall Street and West Avenue corridor over the next 12-18 months d...

Norwalk Mayor Harry W. Rilling unveils the “Mayor’s Dashboard”

(Norwalk, Conn.) – On Monday, August 19, 2019, Norwalk Mayor Harry W. Rilling officially unveiled the new “Mayor’s Dashboard” - an interactive look at the information and statistics that help guide the city. The Mayor’s Dashboard is a we...

Mayor Harry W. Rilling announces changes in Tax Assessor’s office

Norwalk Mayor Harry W. Rilling announced that he had accepted letters of resignation from Norwalk Tax Assessor Michael Stewart and Assistant Tax Assessor William O’Brien. Stewart will be retiring on August 30, while O’Brien will begin ...

Reminder: plastic bags cannot go into recycling bins

(Norwalk, Conn.) – It has been one month since an ordinance prohibiting single-use plastic bags went into effect in Norwalk. City officials remind residents that any plastic bags in circulation cannot be placed into their blue recycling ...

Norwalk receives a grant to preserve historic death records

The City of Norwalk was recently awarded a $10,500 grant from the Connecticut State Library Historic Documents Preservation Program to preserve death records more than 100 years old.

Through the grant, the City will preserve the death records from 1880-189...

City of Norwalk sells $50 million in bonds at 2.59% interest rate

City’s “Triple A” bond rating will save taxpayers an estimated $1.5 million in interest expenses 

(Norwalk, Conn.) – Norwalk Mayor Harry W. Rilling announced today the results of a $50 million general obligation bond sale. A total of 11 c...

New “RecPath” installed at Calf Pasture Beach expands ADA access

On Monday, July 8, a new “RecPath” was installed at Calf Pasture Beach, creating an accessible pathway from the existing walkway across the sand toward the waterline. The mat provides greater access to the sand and water for those with physical disabiliti...

City of Norwalk begins annual street paving program

The City of Norwalk has begun its annual street paving program in various parts of the City. This week, work started in the area of Nolan Street. This year, Norwalk expects to pave nearly 12 centerlane miles. The City is investing $6.8 million into paving...

Mayor Rilling: Why We Need a Community Services Department

Norwalk is a fantastic community and I brag about all we have to offer every chance I get. From our stunning parks and beaches and excellent public schools to a vibrant downtown and beautiful neighborhoods, there is something in Norwalk for everyone.

While...

Norwalk Fire Department responded to a reported chimney fire

The Norwalk Fire Department responded to a reported chimney fire at the Rowayton Woods Condominiums, off Highland Avenue, at 4:20pm on March 19th. Upon arrival of fire companies, heavy fire had already penetrated through the roof of unit 123 Rowayton Wood...

Norwalk Carryout Bag Ordinance

The Carryout bag ordinance takes effect July 8, 2019 and prohibits the use of plastic carryout bags.  

New ‘Do Not Enter’ signs installed on Chestnut Street

New ‘Do Not Enter’ signs have been installed at the intersections of Chestnut Street and Concord Street, and Chestnut Street and Henry Street to help alleviate traffic and safety concerns during student arrival and dismissal. When the signs are in operati...

Intersection Improvement Project on Rt. 1 between Strawberry Hill Ave. and County St.

Motorists can expect lane closures on Westport Ave U.S. Route 1, Strawberry Hill Avenue and County St. during night time only. Lanes will be operational during the day time. 

Norwalk Police Department receives CALEA award for 7th consecutive accreditation.

On March 24, 2018, the Norwalk Department of Police Service received its seventh reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. ("CALEA"). The award was presented to the Norwalk Department of Police Servi...