Mayor David Chess

09/21/2026

Stratford Restaurant Week is underway all week and wraps up Saturday, September 26. We have so many incredible participating restaurants throughout town, and I'm doing a special video series visiting Stratford restaurants! Check out my visit to Blue Sky Diner with Police Chief Renee Dominguez!

Located at 273 Ferry Boulevard, Blue Sky Diner is known for its welcoming atmosphere and extensive menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner classics.

09/21/2026

Get to know Our Police Officers through their Monday Mixer Series!
The Monday Mixer series features a different officer each week answering a few fun “get to know me” questions—from favorite foods and hobbies to dream vacations and everything in between.
Get to know Detective Maverley & K-9 Vader from this week’s Monday Mixer! 🕵🏻‍♀️🚔!

09/21/2026

Restaurant Week is officially here! Whether you're craving a long-time classic spot on our list or want to try a new spot that's been on your mind for a while, let’s show up and support our local economy one delicious bite at a time.

Stratford, Connecticut's Annual Restaurant Week. Check out the restaurants participating, the Golden Fork Award details, and free childcare!

09/21/2026

Come to one of our upcoming Neighborhood Association Meetings! This is the perfect space to ask questions, get updates on local projects, connect with residents, and for me and my team to hear what's top of mind for you for me and my team. These conversations build community. Let’s work together to keep Stratford a vibrant, resilient, and thriving community. Hope to see you there!

09/20/2026

09/20/2026

The party is still going on! Come on down to Startford High for our Latin Music Fest!

09/20/2026

In case you missed it: TODAY is the 21st Annual Latin Music Festival — our massive celebration — from 12 PM to 6 PM! Due to the weather forecast, it will be held inside at Stratford High School and will still be a spectacular day of live music, local food trucks, artists, and community vendors!

09/20/2026

Wishing all those who celebrate a peaceful and reflective Yom Kippur. May it be a time of renewal and a sweet new year ahead.

09/20/2026

Hot off the presses... check out this week's newsletter!

Email from Town of Stratford Latin Music Festival is at Stratford High School, due to tomorrow's (Sunday's) weather forecast!   View as Webpage Updates from Mayor Chess   September 19, 2026 | Issue 27

09/18/2026

Due to last Sunday’s rainy weather, the 21st Annual Latin Music Festival — our massive celebration — was rescheduled for this Sunday, September 20th, from 12 PM to 6 PM! Due to the weather forecast, it will be held inside at Stratford High School and will still be a spectacular day of live music, local food trucks, artists, and community vendors!