Norwalk named Tree City USA for a fifteenth consecutive year

Norwalk, Connecticut - For the fifteenth consecutive year, the City of Norwalk was named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its effective urban forest management. Norwalk also received a Tree City USA Growth Award for the thirteenth consecutive year for demonstrating environmental improvement and a higher level of tree care.

“Trees are real assets to our community. They are an essential part of what makes Norwalk such a livable and beautiful city,” said Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling. “We’re very proud of the fact that we plant trees every year and have now been named a Tree City USA community for 15 years.”

Norwalk achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements: a tree

Norwalk, CT: Haviland Garage Lot Space Closures

Norwalk, Connecticut - “Starting Monday, April 22, 2019. Fifteen spaces on the upper deck will be blocked off. After that work is completed, those spaces will reopen and fifteen spaces towards the entrance will be blocked. We anticipate about 3-4 days for each session to stay blocked. Maritime Garage will be available for commuter overflow if needed”

Norwalk Holiday – Solid Waste & Recycling (Good Friday)

Norwalk, Connecticut - On Friday April 19, 2019 (Good Friday), garbage and recycling collection for the City of Norwalk will follow the regular collection schedule.

The Norwalk Transfer Station, located at 61 Crescent Street, will be OPEN on Friday April 19th and Saturday April 20th, for normal business hours.

The Yard Debris Site, located at 15 South Smith Street, will be CLOSED on Friday April 19th. The Yard Debris Site will be OPEN on Saturday April 20th.

All passenger vehicles must display a Norwalk Resident/ Beach Pass as they enter the Transfer

Mayor Rilling: Why We Need a Community Services Department.

Norwalk, Connecticut - 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 there is much to be proud of in our great city, there is currently something missing. Consider this: 14 of the 15 largest communities by population in the state have a social or community services division and/or a state office offering these services. The one missing? Norwalk.

Norwalk is the sixth largest city in the state, but has no official department tasked with handling community services. Various city departments jump in when and where they can, but it is not enough. Norwalk used to have a Social Services Department, but it was abandoned at the time because the State of Connecticut was providing similar services. Now, without the state having a presence in Norwalk, residents are navigating a complex maze in search of resources in their time of need.

Local nonprofit agencies in and around Norwalk serve as a tremendous resource for our neighbors.