Stamford Delegation Applauds $13.25 Million Recommendation for Community Projects

Members of Stamford’s legislative delegation this week applauded the Community Investment Fund Board’s recommendation of $13.25 million in funding for three Stamford projects that would strengthen early childhood education, advance affordable housing development, and expand substance use treatment services.

The recommendations now await final approval from the State Bond Commission which will meet in the next few months to review the CIF Board’s proposals.

“These three projects represent thoughtful investments in the future of our community,” Senator Pat Billie Miller, D-Stamford, said. “They seek to give our youngest children the strongest start possible, create pathways to affordable housing, while also planning for an expanded treatment facility to meet the needs of women in recovery. I want to thank the Community Investment Fund Board for recognizing the importance of these projects. I look forward to the Bond Commission’s approval so we can move forward with this critical work in Stamford.”

“This funding will bring significant benefits to our region, adding hundreds of new affordable housing units to our community, adding new resources and space for treatment of women working to overcome addiction and providing new environments for learning in Fairfield County,” Senator Ceci Maher, D-Wilton, said. “I’m grateful to Governor Lamont and the Community Investment Fund for their investments in Stamford.”

“Public dollars should deliver public good, and these investments do exactly that by strengthening opportunities for children and families across Stamford,” Rep. Corey Paris, D-Stamford, said. “For more than 120 years, the Children’s Learning Centers have been a cornerstone of early childhood education in our community, with nearly 40 percent of Stamford Public Schools students beginning their educational journey through CLC programs. Investments in facilities like the Grove Head Start center ensure our youngest learners have safe, high-quality environments to grow and succeed.

“I’m grateful the Community Investment Fund also recognized the need to expand affordable housing and support women in recovery through Liberation House, and I look forward to the State Bond Commission’s final approval.”

“These investments represent a meaningful commitment to Stamford’s future and the well-being of our residents,” Rep. Matt Blumenthal, D-Stamford, said. “From expanding early childhood education opportunities to preparing sites for affordable housing and strengthening substance use treatment services, these projects will have a lasting impact on families across our community. I am grateful to the Connecticut Community Investment Fund and Ned Lamont for believing in these initiatives and for continuing to invest in the people and promise of Stamford.”

“This funding represents important investments in Stamford’s future,” Rep. Jonathan Jacobson, D-Stamford, said. “From strengthening early childhood education to advancing affordable housing and supporting treatment services for women in recovery, these projects address real needs in our community. I am particularly encouraged to see support for the renovation and modernization of Liberation House. “I thank the Community Investment Fund for recognizing the importance of these initiatives and look forward to final approval from the State Bond Commission.”

“I am grateful to the Community Investment Fund Board for investing in these important projects across Stamford,” Rep. Eilish Collins Main, D-Stamford, said. “This funding will support critical services that many residents rely on. Projects including  advancing affordable housing development at St. John Towers, strengthening early learning at Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County, and investing in services at Liberation Programs Inc.,  will help meet the needs of our community and allow Stamford to continue to grow and thrive.”

“The Stamford Delegation knows how important it is to bring real resources home to our community. This funding will expand early childhood education through the Grove Head Start project, prepare the St. John Towers for future affordable housing, and support recovery services for women through Liberation Programs. These investments strengthen families, create opportunity, and help ensure Stamford continues to grow in a way that supports the people who live here,” Rep. Hubert Delany, D-Stamford, said.