For over 350 years the Mill River has been controlled by a series of dams, and on Monday, my last day in office, the river ran unencumbered along its natural riverbed for the first time in centuries.
The restoration of a large natural riverbed in the heart of an urban center is almost unprecedented, and a massive undertaking of which I am extremely proud. When the restoration is complete, Mill River promises significant ecological and flood control benefits and a world-class park for all to enjoy.
This was not an easy assignment to tackle, and the work is far from done, but it could not have even been attempted without tenacious hard work and involvement from so many people, from federal and state agencies to local collaboratives, boards and City of Stamford employees. I am grateful to all of you for making this dream a reality and encourage you to take a walk along the park, check out the development and enjoy the transformation of this jewel in the heart of Stamford.
