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Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves describes progress and challenges during first year in office


Published on 2024-12-13 16:20:40 - MSN
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  • Mayor Roberto Alves, during his second-ever State of the City address, described his first year in office as one filled with "extraordinary challenges, hard decisions and meaningful progress." "We're not where we want to be
  • yet.

In his first year as mayor of Danbury, Roberto Alves has focused on enhancing the city's infrastructure, public safety, and economic development. He has overseen the completion of several road projects, including the reconstruction of key streets, and has pushed for improvements in public transportation. Alves has also prioritized public safety by increasing police presence and community policing efforts, aiming to reduce crime rates. Economically, he has worked on attracting new businesses to the city, which has seen some success with new commercial developments. However, challenges remain, particularly with housing affordability and homelessness, where Alves has initiated programs to address these issues but acknowledges that significant work is still needed. Additionally, he has faced criticism over budget management and the pace of progress on some initiatives, yet he remains committed to transparency and community engagement to foster a more inclusive and prosperous Danbury.

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