The Norwalk City Ordinance Committee convened on September 16, 2025, to address significant updates regarding city regulations, specifically focusing on the naming of city buildings and streets. The meeting, which began promptly at 7:03 PM, included a public hearing segment where community members were invited to provide input on proposed changes to Chapter 27 and Chapter 95 of the city ordinances.

The first public hearing centered on Chapter 27, which pertains to city buildings and facilities. The committee sought to discuss and vote on specific sections related to naming conventions. However, despite the opportunity for public comment, no residents raised their hands to speak, nor were there any emails submitted regarding this topic. This lack of public engagement led the committee to proceed with a discussion and vote on the proposed changes without additional input.

Following this, the committee moved to the second public hearing concerning Chapter 95, which addresses the honorary and historic naming of streets. Similar to the first hearing, there was no public participation, prompting the committee to close the hearing without comments.

The absence of public feedback during both hearings raises questions about community engagement in local governance. The committee members, including Heather Dunn, Josh Goldstein, and Anne Wunderstand, expressed their intent to review the proposed changes thoroughly. Brian Lutz, a committee member, was tasked with sharing the proposed amendments for discussion.

As the committee prepares to finalize these ordinances, the lack of public input may indicate a need for improved outreach efforts to ensure that community voices are heard in future discussions. The committee's next steps will involve a vote on the proposed changes, which could have lasting implications for how city properties and streets are named in Norwalk.