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Welcome!

As the 32nd Mayor of the City of Danbury, I'd like to welcome you to the City of Danbury! Danbury is a thriving, diverse city in Western Connecticut that focuses on preserving and providing a superior quality of life for our residents and taxpayers through efficient and effective municipal services.
To learn more about Danbury, I encourage you to explore our website, download the myDanbury App in the App Store, or call my Office at 203-797-4511.
Mayor Roberto L. Alves

News Flash

2026 Fall Leaf Pick-Up Program

The City of Danbury’s six-week Fall Leaf Pick-Up program helps residents with yard cleanup by collecting leaves free of charge from Monday, October 26, through Friday, December 4, 2026. Read on...
Eversource Underground Cable Modernization Program

Eversource and contractor The Haugland Group will begin replacing underground transmission lines in your area. Civil and drilling work will occur in roadways and rights-of-way near your property. Read on...
ENCON Heating & Air Conditioning Announces New Danbury Location,

ENCON Heating & Air Conditioning is expanding with a new Danbury location, investing in the region while improving response times and strengthening service for homeowners and businesses across Western Connecticut. Read on...
Mayor Alves Celebrates MannKind's Latest Medical Breakthrough In Danbury

Mayor Roberto L. Alves congratulates MannKind on positive Phase 1b clinical trial results for an investigational lung disease treatment, celebrating another milestone in medical innovation right here in Danbury. Read on...
Mayor Alves and Danbury Fire Department Launch New Fire Explorers Program

Mayor Roberto L. Alves and the Danbury Fire Department announce the Fire Explorer program for Danbury youth ages 14–17. Join us for an Open House on October 3, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Fire Training Facility, 21 Plumtrees Road. Read on...
Imperial Electronic Assembly Returning Headquarters to Danbury

Imperial Electronic Assembly is returning home to Danbury with a new 120,000-square-foot facility, a $23 million investment, and plans to create up to 100 new jobs as operations expand. Read on...
Kennedy Ave Bridge Rehabilitation

A major rehabilitation project is coming to the Kennedy Avenue Bridge. Repairs will address deteriorated concrete, install a new bridge deck surface and waterproofing system, and restore the roadway, sidewalks, and curbs. Read on...
Relief Efforts Following Ashwood Valley Fire

The City of Danbury and relief organizations are assessing the needs of 51 residents displaced by the July 23 Ashwood Valley fire. Those interested in supporting relief efforts may contact m.cassavechia@danbury-ct.gov. Read on...
LesserEvil, City of Danbury Announce Warehouse Expansion

LesserEvil and the City of Danbury today announced the lease of a new 96,000-square-foot warehouse facility, marking another milestone in the company's continued growth. The new space will strengthen operations and support ongoing expansion in Danbury. Read on...
Eversource Gas Line Replacement

Eversource and its contractor, NPL, will continue gas service installations on Highland Avenue, Westville Avenue, and Laurel Street through mid-August. Residents can expect localized excavation as crews connect homes to the newly energized gas mains. Read on...
Mayor Alves Third Bipartisan Budget Passes with Tax Levy Under 1%

Mayor Roberto L. Alves tonight lowered Danbury’s proposed mill rate to 25.23 mills, reducing the tax adjustment to under 1%. The budget later passed 19-1 with bipartisan support — the third Alves budget approved across party lines. Read on...
2026 Fire Hydrant Flushing

The City of Danbury Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants beginning Monday, April 6, 2026, and will be completed in approximately nine weeks. Sign up for Danbury ALERT to be notified. Read on...
Franklin St Extension Bridge Closure

As part of ongoing infrastructure improvements, the City of Danbury will replace the Franklin Street Extension Bridge, requiring a temporary road closure and detour starting April 8th through August 15th. Read on...
Danbury Ranked 7th in Diversity

Mayor Roberto L. Alves announced that Danbury has been ranked the 7th Most Diverse City in the United States by WalletHub, highlighting the city’s cultural vibrancy, economic strength, and ongoing commitment to celebrating its diverse community. Read on...
Mayor Alves Announces Danbury’s Finances Strong

Danbury reaffirmed its AA+ bond rating and successfully sold $60.1M in bonds and $139.6M in notes at favorable rates, reflecting strong investor confidence. Funds will support schools, infrastructure, and water/sewer upgrades. Read on...
2025 Tax Relief for Elderly and Totally Disabled

Applications for this program will be accepted through May 14 2026. Applications are taken by appointment only. Read on...
Help Shape the Future of Road Safety in Danbury.

The City of Danbury launched Safe Streets Danbury to create a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan to decrease roadway-related accidents and serious injuries. Safe Streets Danbury will develop meaningful recommendations reduce roadway-related incidents. Read on...
Danbury Clubhouse Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for the Danbury Clubhouse, offering safe, enriching programming for students in grades 1–12, with transportation available from select Danbury schools. Read on...
Mayor Alves Announces Danbury’s AA+ Rating

Mayor Roberto L. Alves announced today that S&P and Fitch Ratings have reaffirmed the City of Danbury’s AA+ rating for the City’s upcoming bond issuance, highlighting the City’s stable financial outlook and overall credit quality. Read on...
American Job Center is Moving!

The Danbury American Job Center (AJC) is relocating! AJC connects job seekers with careers and help employers find talent through coaching, training, job search support, and hiring resources, all in one place. Read on...
New SNAP Changes Coming!

A new federal law called H.R.1, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, is changing rules about SNAP benefits. Find out if the new SNAP rules apply to you. Read on...
Alves Administration Completes Third Previously Delayed Audit in First Term

Today, Mayor Roberto L. Alves announced that the City has completed the FY24 audit, effectively catching up on all delayed audits in his first term in Office. Read on...
Mayor Alves Unveils 5-Year Road Improvement Plan to the Public

Mayor Alves Adds Transparency to Tax Dollars with Commitment to Pave 15 Miles Annually Read on...
Key Food Supermarket Coming to Germantown Road in Danbury

Mayor Alves announces new market bringing fresh options to the former Rite Aid location. Read on...
Danbury: The New Home of Rock & Roll

The Townsquare Media Station, i95 WRKI, relocates to downtown Danbury. Read on...
City of Danbury Launches School Bus Safety Program

Danbury school buses now equipped with BusPatrol’s stop-arm cameras to curb illegal motorist behavior and protect students Read on...
Danbury to Acquire Old Courthouse; Preserving History

Today, Mayor Roberto Alves announced that the City of Danbury is set to acquire the historic Fairfield County Courthouse pending final approval from the Governor. This transfer marks a major step forward in preserving a landmark property. Read on...
Danbury Ranked Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

Mayor Roberto L. Alves is proud to announce that Danbury has been ranked among the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the United States in 2025 by Livability. Read on...
Danbury FY 25-26 Budget Adopted with Bipartisan Support

Tonight, the City Council approved Mayor Alves' 25-26 budget proposal with bipartisan support for the second year in a row. After weeks of hard work and unanimous bipartisan recommendations from all ad-hoc committees, the Council passed the budget 18-3. Read on...
Mayor Alves Calls for Moratorium on Vape Shops

DANBURY, CT – Mayor Roberto Alves, Chief Ridenhour, and Attorney General Tong announced that 55 pounds of illegal cannabis was seized from three smoke shops violating criminal and civil statutes, including underage sales. Read on...
Mayor Alves Proposes 25-26 Fiscal Year Budget

Last night, Mayor Roberto L. Alves presented his budget proposal for FY 25-26. He addressed Danbury’s fiscal stability and highlighted the key drivers for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, including roads, public safety, and opening the new high school. Read on...
Mayor Roberto Alves Announces $5 Million Community Investment Fund Grant for Downtown Danbury

DANBURY, CT – Mayor Alves is proud to announce that the City of Danbury has been recommended for a $5,000,000 grant through CIF 2030’s sixth round for Danbury Revitalization: Streetscapes for the Future. Read on...
Danbury Dedicates Batting Cages to Councilman & Coach Gary Simone

DANBURY, CT – Mayor Roberto L. Alves is proud to announce that at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, the Council voted unanimously in favor of the Mayor’s request to dedicate the batting cages at Rogers Park to Councilman and Coach Gary Simone. Read on...
Danbury Named 9th Most Diverse City in America

DANBURY, CT — This week, Mayor Roberto Alves announced the City of Danbury was ranked the 9th Most Diverse City in the United States, according to a study released by WalletHub. Read on...
Danbury’s Finances–Back on Track!

DANBURY, CT – Mayor Roberto L. Alves announced that the City of Danbury filed its 2023 Audit, was reaffirmed by S&P and Fitch with AA+ ratings, and had a successful sale of its $36,475,000 General Obligation Bonds and $155,250,000 Bond Anticipation Notes. Read on...
Mayor Alves Commits to Road Safety: Danbury Ramps Up Traffic Enforcement by 50%, Accidents Down

Today, Mayor Roberto Alves announced a 50% increase in traffic enforcement in the City of Danbury from 2023 to 2024 and an 8% decrease in traffic accidents. Read on...
Danbury Awarded $4,000,000 WestCOG Grant for Streetscape Renaissance Project

The City of Danbury has been awarded $4,000,000 in LOTCIP (Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program) for Danbury’s Streetscape Renaissance Project. Read on...
Mayor Alves Awards $170,000 in Opioid Settlement Money to Local Agencies

DANBURY, CT – Today, Mayor Roberto Alves announced that he awarded twelve local agencies monies from the opioid legal settlements to the tune of $170,000. These are the first awards made by the City of Danbury from the opioid settlement money. Read on...
Danbury Zoning Commission Passes Downtown Zoning Regulations Unanimously

The Danbury Zoning Commission unanimously passed the petition by Planning Director Waleed Albakry, to replace the downtown zoning regulations. Read on...

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