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Bridgeport Renters’ Rebate Program Returns

Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Announce Return of Renters’ Rebate Program Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport announce the return of the Renters’ Rebate program for the 2026 application period. This program provides tax relief to elderly or totally disabled residents whose incomes fall within established limits. Individuals who rent an apartment or room, live in cooperative housing, or reside in a mobile home may be eligible. Rebates are based on a graduated income scale, as well as the amount of rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made during the calendar year prior to applying. Eligible applicants may receive up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single individuals. Applications for the Renters’…

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Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools

Mar 20, 2026 Alex

Redirecting between $100 million and $150 million in state funding to local school districts by scaling back the rebate program is a significant step in the right direction for our students and our community. The strong focus on increasing education funding is meaningful, appreciated, and reflects a clear recognition of the needs facing our schools. For districts like Bridgeport, additional funding means more direct support in our classrooms, stronger academic programs, and a greater ability to meet the needs of every student we serve. It helps us continue the important work already underway and strengthens our ability to provide students with the opportunities they deserve. We are sincerely grateful to House Speaker Matthew Ritter, State Representative Christopher Rosario, and members…

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Bridgeport Police Seize 105 Pounds Of Cannabis

Mar 18, 2026 Alex

On Friday, March 13, 2026, in a coordinated effort, the Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division, together with the DEA Bridgeport Field Office, The Bridgeport Fire Inspectors Office, and the Bridgeport Building Department, executed a search and seizure warrant at 51 Boston Avenue, operating as Dubai High Tobacco & Vape. During the operation, officers successfully seized approximately 105 lbs. of Cannabis and THC related products, addressing ongoing concerns through the city of Bridgeport as it relates to the illegal sale of cannabis and THC related products by smoke shop establishments. Officers also seized $6,788.00 Us currency believed to be proceeds from the illegal sale of Cannabis / THC products. This is the second successful seizure from this establishment in the last year. On November 10, 2025, The Bridgeport Police Narcotics and Vice Division, in collaboration with our state…

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Mayor Ganim and Mayor Chess Issue Joint Testimony in Support of H.B. 5500; Seek to Refund Tax Interest Payments to Success Village

Mar 15, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport & Stratford, CT – Today, Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim and Stratford Mayor David Chess issued a unified call for state legislative action to provide financial relief to the more than 920 families residing at the Success Village housing cooperative. In joint written testimony submitted to the Connecticut General Assembly’s Planning and Development Committee, the two Mayors voiced their strong support for House Bill 5500: An Act Concerning a Waiver of Interest on Certain Delinquent Municipal Property Taxes. The bill seeks to refund tax interest and penalties accrued since July 1, 2022—costs incurred not by the residents themselves, but by documented financial mismanagement that left the cooperative in a state of crisis. "The residents of Success Village are the victims of this mismanagement, not…

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Mayor Ganim Announces Additional $10 Million to the Bridgeport Public Schools in the Next 2 Years

Mar 14, 2026 Alex

Ganim Joins Call for ECS Reform Bridgeport, CT – Today, Mayor Joseph Ganim announced a major component of his upcoming budget proposal, a plan to increase the City’s annual contribution to the Bridgeport Public Schools by $10 million over the next two fiscal years. In an op-ed submitted to the Connecticut Post, Mayor Ganim also called on the state to raise the foundation amount of Connecticut’s Education Cost Sharing (ECS) formula to adjust with inflation. The state has not increased that base level of funding per child since 2013. “For far too long, Connecticut’s school funding system has failed cities like Bridgeport and the 19,000 students we serve,” stated Mayor Ganim. “Our children are just as talented and deserving as any in…

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THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AND MAYOR GANIM LAUNCH NEW ANTI-BLIGHT ORDINANCES

Mar 8, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport, CT – The City of Bridgeport and Mayor Ganim have announced updates to the City’s Anti-Blight Ordinances. Adjusted by the City Council, these updates enhance the city’s ability to strengthen enforcement and improve the process for addressing blighted properties throughout the city. The updated ordinances are designed to ensure a more effective system while creating a prompt and efficient process for property owners who wish to appeal blight citations. The changes are part of the City’s continued efforts to maintain safe, clean and well-maintained neighborhoods across Bridgeport. Key Updates Include: Reduced Cleanup Timeline: Property owners now have 10 days to address blight violations after receiving notice New Fee Schedule $150 per day for occupied properties $250 per day for vacant properties…

Bridgeport Renters’ Rebate Program Returns

Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools

Bridgeport Police Seize 105 Pounds Of Cannabis

Mayor Ganim and Mayor Chess Issue Joint Testimony in Support of H.B. 5500; Seek to Refund Tax Interest Payments to Success Village

Mayor Ganim Announces Additional $10 Million to the Bridgeport Public Schools in the Next 2 Years

THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AND MAYOR GANIM LAUNCH NEW ANTI-BLIGHT ORDINANCES

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