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Emergency Operations Center Director, Scott Appleby, Receives Certified Emergency Manager Designation
This month, Scott Appleby, Director of Bridgeport’s Emergency Operations Center, received recognition from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) for being among the group of professionals who has maintained the Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation.
Jun 27, 2023
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The price of sitting: A study on the health consequences and costs of spending too much time sitting
While it seems like no big deal, too much sitting can be a public health issue.
Jun 22, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Announces the Passing of the Tentative Agreement with the Bridgeport Police Local 1159
Today, Mayor Ganim met with Bridgeport’s Chief of Police, Chief Roderick Porter, Police Commissioner President Danny Roach, and Local 1159 President Bradford Seely to announce the tentative agreement that was made between the Bridgeport Police Department and the AFSCME, Council 4, Police Local 1159.
Jun 21, 2023
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Newly Updated Website Launches for the City of Bridgeport
Last night, the City of Bridgeport officially launched a revitalized version of the City’s website.
Jun 15, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Hosts Press Conference to Highlight City of Bridgeport Delegation Updates and Pension Reform
Mayor Ganim held a press conference with Connecticut State Comptroller Sean Scanlon and members of the Bridgeport Delegation to discuss the many updates and reforms that have taken place during this year’s legislative session.
Jun 13, 2023
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Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center Activate Cooling Center Protocol
The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers for June 8th during normal business hours.
Jun 08, 2023