Good morning, Norwalk.

Jack Pavia, a student at American University, will host the upcoming NancyOnNorwalk podcast Community Ties that features conversations with local leaders sharing their visions for Norwalk.

Board Vice President Justin Matley said episodes will be released every other week beginning July 14th — and the podcast will explore key issues affecting our community.

Police say a Westport man stole $86K worth of construction equipment from a Norwalk site in May — the investigation is ongoing.

Three mayoral candidates explained their plans for leading Norwalk and working with the Common Council—each shared how their experience and ideas would help improve resident engagement and solve local challenges.

Their profiles are part of the candidate information for the upcoming election.

On July 10th, local and state officials—including Mayor Rilling, Rep. Himes, and Commissioner Mosquera-Bruno—joined the Norwalk Housing Authority to break ground on Meadow Gardens, a major affordable housing redevelopment in South Norwalk.

The $47 million project will replace an obsolete public housing site with 59 affordable units and a community center, and former tenants are invited to return once it is completed.

A new report found that most land use board members in Fairfield and New London counties are white + older homeowners even though many residents come from varied backgrounds.

Experts say local government should change meeting rules + simplify board duties so more people can join.

Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Ticket details to be announced — Experience the sounds of acclaimed musician Nick Lowe alongside the energetic Los Straitjackets.