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City of Bridgeport Receives $110 Million in American Rescue Plan Act Funding
The City of Bridgeport has been awarded $110 million dollars in federal funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act to be expended through 2024.
Jun 08, 2021
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Mayor Ganim Announces All Parks to Open for the Season Saturday May 29th
Mayor Ganim announced today that the City of Bridgeport public parks officially open on Saturday, May 29th for the season.
May 24, 2021
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Heroic Actions of Eight BFD Members Recognized During Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent's EMS Values Awards
The heroic actions of eight Bridgeport Fire Department members were honored at the Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent’s Medical Center EMS Values Awards.
May 12, 2021
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Mayor Ganim Announces Bridgeport Residents Impacted by Power Outage During Isaias Will Receive Credit from UI
Mayor Ganim announced to Bridgeport residents that UI customers can expect to see a line item credit on their monthly statement.
May 10, 2021
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Department of Public Facilities Brings Back "The Pothole Killer" to Eliminate Potholes Throughout the Park City
The Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities said that ‘The Pothole Killer’ has returned to repairing potholes in the Park City on main roads.
Apr 28, 2021
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Mayor Ganim, USCM Gun Safety Consortium Encourages Innovation to Reduce Crime and Prevent Firearm-Related Incidents
Mayor Ganim joined the United States Conference of Mayors Gun Safety Consortium to discuss proposals for private entities to create safety products.
Apr 27, 2021