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After touring the Stamford EMS, the 911 Dispatch Center and participated in the Stamford Police’s Ride-Along Program, Martin issued a news release about his five-step plan.
In the release, Martin said he plans to put more officers on the street, with greater neighborhood involvement; bring 21st Century technology to the city’s law enforcement, including modernizing Stamford's 911 system; increase enforcement in Stamford's parks so they can be enjoyed by all city residents; stop crime before it starts by investing in programs that serve the city's youth; and to resolve long-standing issues between city and volunteer firefighters.
“I will be a mayor who will be there for our police officers, firefighters, paramedics and the many volunteers who put themselves in harm’s way,” he said in the statement. “We need a new style of leadership, and, as Mayor, I will continue my visits to the front lines and actively work with our public safety officials to move us forward.”
Martin, a member of the Stamford Board of Finance, will run against State Rep. William Tong (D-147 Stamford, Darien) in a Democratic primary on Sept. 10 for the right to be on the ballot in November.
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