Spring Weather over Walrus Alley
Walrus Alley basked under blue skies as the dinner rush began to pick up for the popular downtown restaurant.
Floral Blooms over the Gillespie Center
Pink and cream floral blooms cover the outdoor patio of the Gillespie Center and Hoskins Place on Jesup Road.
Westport Property Transfers 04/12/21 - 04/16/21
Westport Property Transfers: 04/12/21 -04/16/21
Westport property transfers as reported by the Westport Town Clerk’s Office:
Total Conveyance Tax: $36,212.10
Total Sales: $17,778,495.00
Highest Transfer Price: 4 Thomas Road: $2,700,000
Lowest Transfer Price: 20 Cross Street, Unit 10: $328,000
Transfers:
4 Thomas Road: $2,700,000
8 Sugar Maples Lane: $2,250,000
22 Compo Parkway: $2,000,000
11 Kirock Place: $1,545,000
151 Imperial Avenue: $1,402,000
66 Lyons Plains Road, 24%: $1,350,000
28 Turkey Hill Road North: $1,087,500
17 Grove Point: $1,050,000
22 Mills Street: $785,000
17 High Street: $749,000
42 Pumpkin Hill: $724,000
37 Bermuda Road 50%: $603,997.50
37 Bermuda Road 50%: $603,997.50
171 Compo Road South: $600,000
20 Cross Street, Unit 10: $328,000
Remarkable Theater Screen Taken Down due to High Winds
The silver screen at the Remarkable Theater was taken down ahead of today’s high winds, making a new reason for movie lovers to wish for better weather sooner.
Westport Cumulative COVID-19 Cases Up 4; No Deaths; State Positivity Rate 2.02%
The Westport-Weston Health District reports that Westport has added 4 COVID-19 cases today, with no deaths to report.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 1,783 cases. Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 31 deaths.
State Daily Test Positivity: 2.02%
Green Leaves Grow along Library Riverwalk
A blue sky frames the greening leaves that surround the riverwalk around the Levitt Pavilion this evening.
Tree Falls on Park Lane, Blocking Road and Taking Down Utility Lines
Today’s heavy winds took down a large tree on Park Lane, near South Compo Road, this afternoon. The tree blocked the entirety of the roadway in both directions while pulling down the nearby utility lines. Residents in nearby homes said they heard the crack as it fell, however they never lost power - only internet and phone services.
First Selectman: Beach Passes Begin Tomorrow, Eversource in Hot Water over Poor Storm Isaias Response
Press ReleaseThe Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has published interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated individuals. Included in the guidance is that fully vaccinated individuals may forego the use of a mask when outdoors, or when in the company of other fully vaccinated individuals. Among other provisions, the use of a mask, and social distancing is still required when in a crowded outdoor setting or when indoors with others who are not vaccinated. The full guidance can be found here.
Last week, we shared Governor Lamont’s announcement to ease the COVID restrictions in the State of CT. Effective tomorrow, May 1, all restaurants will be allowed to remain open until a 12:00 AM closing time. Beverage-only service outdoors will be permissible and the 8-person limit on outdoor dining will be lifted.
As a reminder, as of May 1, vehicle parking emblems will be required on all vehicles to enter Compo, Soundview and Old Mill beach parking lots and on May 29, 2021 at Burying Hill Beach. All vehicle parking emblem purchases must be made online at www.westportrecreation.com. Daily parking for non-residents will be allowed this summer at Compo Beach and Burying Hill Beach. Visit www.westportrecreation.com for daily parking rates.
Effective Wednesday, May 19, all remaining State gathering restrictions will be lifted, except, masks will continue to be required in all indoor public settings where social distancing is not possible. We encourage those who are fully vaccinated to follow the CDC guidance for mask wearing and social distancing in crowded outdoor settings. The State revisions are contingent upon a low incidence of COVID-19 and the Connecticut population continuing to get vaccinated. Additional clarification is still forthcoming.
In our last several messages, we outlined the various town entities and departments that are making efforts to return to normalcy by planning outdoor events and activities this spring and summer. We continue to encourage and support outdoor activities that can be conducted with caution and sensitivity for all. As we reintroduce these types of gatherings, our priority is to maintain the health and safety of residents and employees.
Plans continue for holding the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 31, 2021. Organizers will be asking parade participants and observers to create a socially distanced and safe parade by taking into consideration the current conditions and advice from the CDC relative to outdoor gatherings. With hopes for good weather, we are looking forward to this wonderful Westport tradition that honors veterans and service members. We encourage all who attend to wear a mask in crowded areas and to social distance.
We continue to urge everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Walkup clinics that do not require an appointment can be found here.
For the latest updates on COVID-19, visit the Westport Weston Health District website.
PURA Final Decision
Car Accident Shuts Down North Compo Road from Evergreen Avenue to Main Street
A single vehicle car accident was reported around 11:15 this morning in the area of Compo Road North and Evergreen Avenue.
Police, fire, EMS, towing, and Eversource personnel responded to the area - requiring Compo Road North to be closed down between Evergreen Avenue and Main Street. No word on injuries or the cause of the accident.
The road was re-opened shortly before 1:00 PM.
