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Barbara Smith sworn in as Norwalk mayor; officials pledge support for schools, housing and infrastructure
Summary
Barbara Smith was sworn in as mayor of Norwalk in a public ceremony that included federal and state officials. Smith, a longtime teacher and former council president, pledged to prioritize education, responsible growth, infrastructure and an activated waterfront.
Barbara Smith was sworn in as mayor of Norwalk in a public inauguration that brought together federal, state and local officials, community leaders and family. U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal administered the oath; the program included an invocation, musical performances and the ceremonial passing of the gavel from outgoing Mayor Harry Rilling.
Smith used her inaugural address to stress collaboration and practical priorities. A lifelong teacher and longtime council president, she said she wanted "a thriving, vibrant, shoreline community that we can all feel a part of," and listed goals including schools and modern infrastructure, housing that…
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