Today, State Senator Patricia Billie Miller (D-Stamford) and State Senator Ceci Maher (D-Wilton) welcomed the announced release of $800,000, part of a larger release of $11.7 million across the state, which will support the Belltown Neighborhood connectivity and safety project in Stamford. The grant funding will be released to the town through the Department of Transportation’s state-funded Community Connectivity Grant Program, an infrastructure improvement initiative providing funding for local projects improving safety and accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users across the state.

“I’m thrilled to welcome this funding to Stamford that will improve safety for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists,” said Sen. Miller. “I’m thankful to Governor Lamont, the State Bond Commission and all those who helped get this funding approved. As Stamford continues to grow, we must be mindful of the various ways residents get around our city and projects like this, which emphasize safety and connectivity, are what Stamford needs to continue focusing on moving forward.”

“Connecting our neighborhoods with sidewalks opens up our communities to pedestrians, allowing for outdoor recreation and local travel by foot, bicycle and wheelchair,” said Sen. Maher. “It’s excellent news to hear this funding will support our local communities and directly benefit local residents. I’m grateful to Governor Lamont, the State Bond Commission and the Department of Transportation for this funding.”

“These projects help connect people to their communities, promote economic development, create more vibrant town centers, and encourage environmentally friendly transportation options,” Governor Lamont said. “Supporting this program with state dollars is improving the quality of life for towns and cities throughout the state.”

Work on the Belltown Road connectivity and safety project will involve implementing roadway safety improvements on Burdick Street, Upland Road and Belltown Road.

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