The Walk Groundbreaking Live Event

The City of Norwalk held a groundbreaking event on February 20, 2026, to mark the start of construction for "The Walk," a major mixed-use development project aimed at revitalizing the city's entertainment district and civic core. The project, developed in partnership with PrimeStore and financed through a complex public-private partnership, includes retail, dining, entertainment, and 56 affordable housing units, with 32 units specifically set aside for homeless veterans. Key funding partners such as New Jersey Community Capital and Hunt Capital Partners highlighted the project's financial structure, which involved multiple layers of tax credit equity, construction loans, and public funding sources. The city emphasized community input throughout the planning process, the preservation and integration of local monuments and public art, and the project's expected benefits in job creation and local business support. The event also featured recognition of the collaborative efforts of city officials, developers, financiers, and community stakeholders who contributed to bringing the project to fruition.