Our Mission
To create an exceptional quality of life for the people who work and live in the East Side.

Our Values
Dedication, Diversity, Leadership & Vitality.

Our Goal
Create a clean, safe and green environment.

Pedestrian Safety

We help ensure that the sidewalks are kept free of litter and debris, to ensure the safety of residents, visitors and businesses.

We have lobbied for new sidewalks and crosswalks for on-foot traffic and the state & city have built them.

We have attracted new retail opportunities and services for the East Side neighborhoods.

History

Stamford’s East Main Street is a part of US Route 1. Prior to i-95 in the early 1960’s, Route 1 was Connecticut’s most critical highway, originally created around 18th century mailing routes.

Much of Stamford’s growth can be traced by observing the changes that have occurred along East Main Street. Compared to present day, there was little to no development between Elm Street and the Noroton River.

Over time, development spread eastward from the city’s core, creating areas like Glenbrook Road, Lafayette Street, Crystal Street, Myrtle Avenue, Lockwood Avenue, Courtland Avenue, Seaside Avenue and Hamilton Avenue. Plus, the railroad.

The establishment of these locations has guided the now familiar local street network and neighborhood development.

Because of its roots in traffic and commercial functions, East Main Street has served as a foundation for northern and southern neighborhoods. As such, it is a key link between the Belltown, Glenbrook, Springdale, Cove and Shippan areas.