Economic and Community Development Committee 08-06-2026

The City of Norwalk Connecticut's Economic and Community Development Committee met on August 6, 2026, to discuss key procurement and development initiatives. A significant agenda item was the authorization of a contract with Greenman Peterson, Inc. for a comprehensive citywide safety action plan, not to exceed $499,957. This plan includes extensive data collection at all signalized intersections, development of a traffic data platform with a public-facing safety analytics dashboard, and public engagement efforts. The consultant will also produce a formal safety action plan to support Vision Zero goals and enhance grant competitiveness. Additionally, the committee received a detailed development update covering multiple ongoing and upcoming projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, as well as infrastructure and planning initiatives. Discussions also addressed the impacts of development on city services, tax revenues, and community concerns such as affordable housing and commercial vacancies. No specific votes beyond contract authorization were noted, but the meeting emphasized transparency, data-driven planning, and ongoing community engagement.