Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Announces Citywide Street Milling and Paving Initiative

Today, Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport has announced street milling and paving to take place throughout the City during the spring and summer seasons. The citywide initiative began during the month of May, in which crews have already started to address roadways that cause major concern.

May 28, 2026

Mayor Ganim Announces Lowest Mill Rate in Decades; City Council Approves Historic 40% Mill Rate Reduction

Mayor Ganim today celebrated the adoption of the City of Bridgeport’s Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget, marking a historic milestone for residents, businesses, and taxpayers across the city.

May 20, 2026

Mayor Ganim and Council Leaders Announce Plan to Further Increase Local Funding to Bridgeport Public Schools

Today, Mayor Ganim and Council leaders announced a plan in consultation with Superintendent Avery and the help of the Bridgeport state legislative delegation to significantly increase local funding to the Bridgeport Public Schools.

May 08, 2026

Mayor Ganim Applauds State Legislative Delegation for Significant Legislative Victories

Today, Mayor Ganim applauded the many legislative victories achieved by the Bridgeport state legislative delegation. Most significantly, the legislative delegation led efforts in Hartford to increase both Educational Cost Sharing funding to the Bridgeport Board of Education by $15 million and town aid through the Pequot-Mohegan Fund by $10 million.

May 04, 2026

The City of Bridgeport Kicks Off Spring Cleaning Season with Citywide Effort

City of Bridgeport is kicking off spring with a renewed commitment to cleaner streets through the launch of its Clean Sweep Project. The initiative, led by the City’s Public Facilities Department's Roadway Division, will focus on clearing debris and improving conditions along major roadways throughout the city.

Apr 21, 2026

Mayor Ganim Appoints Veteran Public Safety Supervisor, Francisco Rivera, as Director of Emergency Communications and Operations Center

Today, Mayor Joseph P. Ganim announced the appointment of Francisco Rivera as the Director of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for the City of Bridgeport. A seasoned public safety professional with nearly 16 years of service within the City’s emergency communications and management infrastructure, Rivera steps into the role following a distinguished career of local service and leadership.

Apr 13, 2026