Westport, Connecticut
Area: 22.4 Miles
Population: 26,275
Taxes: 14.41 mils on 70% of fair market value. Subject to change
Zoning: Commercial, light industry, research and development, condominiums, island, multi and single family residences.
With a shoreline on Long Island Sound and a vast area extending inland, Westport combines the best of coastal and rustic woodland scenery. Beyond that, the town defies easy categorization.
During the 1920's, Westport was adopted by many artist and writers as a peaceful haven for creative inspiration. THis tradition continues today. People in high powered fields such as publishing, advertising, and the arts delight in calling Westport their hometown. There are also many other diversified businesses, yet the towns character is decidedly low profile; no dazzle ostentation, just distinctly aesthetic appearance and a certain polish to its citizenry.
Town residents are comprised of commuters who work in Manhattan, Westchester, or Fairfield Counties as well as those engaged in local pursuits. Downtown is a hub of nationally known specialty shops, and boutiques which draw a sophisticated and affluent clientele. In the greater Westport area, there are several other shopping centers, corporate headquarters and numerous service industries.
The ultimate power in any tally of Westport's is that it is a perfect place to live with superb cultural, educational, and residential facilities. The variety of residences testifies to private and privileged living. A range of home designs can be had from classic, historic home on a tree lined street to a modern contemporary set on wooded terraced acreage.
Town Government
Representative Town Meetings, 38 member. The Board of Selectmen carry out the legislation of the RTM.
Official Town of Westport Website
Town Services
Police: Full Service
Fire: Full Time and Voluntary
Ambulance/EMS
Transportation
Train: Daily commuter service to Grand Central Station (NYC); train time 60 minutes
Bus: Westport Transit District,8 minibuses and a Maxibus that transports commuters to and from the railroad station. Also regular routes to surrounding areas.
Air: LaGuardia Airport and Kennedy Airport, with limousine service from the nearby town of Norwalk.
Car: Access to the Merritt Parkway and New England Thru way (I-95). Driving times to Stamford - 20 minutes; to Hartford-60 minutes; to New Haven - 40 minutes.
Health Care
Westport and Weston combine to form the Aspetuck Valley Health District. Operating costs are shared by two towns on a population ratio. A physical service as the full time director.
Proximity to Norwalk Hospital (465 beds) - affiliated with Yale's University Medical Center and the Bridgeport Hospital (650 beds), Dedicated Burn Center and Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
Worship
Most denominations are represented in Westport or in surrounding area.
Education
Westport Schools demonstrate a high quality of education. Needs of students are individually assessed. Placement in primary grades includes ability grouping. Gifted and Talented Programs for grades 4-6. Continuing Education for Adults.
Public Schools:
- Elementary (K-5):5
- Middle (6-8): 2
- High School (9-12): 1
Elementary Schools (Grades K-5)
Middle Schools (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grade 9-12)
Private and Parochial Schools:
Library
Westport Public Library (189,327 volumes) include records, films,a nd video departments.
Recreation
More than 210 acres offers a wide range of activities which are managed by the Recreation Commission. Compo-Longshore complex on Long Island Sound offers beaches, boating, golf courses, swimming pool, softball field and tennis courts. Sherwood Island State park offers 300 acres of beach front.
Major Clubs
Rolling Hills Country Club - Golf, Tennis, Swimming
Birchwood - Golf, Tennis, Swimming
Aspetuck Valley Country Club - Golf, Tennis, Swimming
Saugatuck Harbor Yacht Club
Cultural Activities
Westport Country Playhouse
Westport-Weston Arts Council - Forum for the Arts, Exhibit, Gallery, Community Theater, Auditorium, Concerts
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts - Summer Festival
Community/Civic Groups
New Neighbors
Woman's Club
PTA
League of Woman Voters
Red Cross Chapter
Community Council of Westport/Weston
Nature and Conservation
The Nature Center of Environmental Activities is an environmental study working towards preservation and improvement of the quality of life through four major divisions:
Youth Museum - A Natural History Exhibit hall animal shelter and programs for members and public.
Environmental Action Resource Center - Resource Files, Library and consultation services.
Environmental Studies Center serves public and private schools
Nature Lands Trust - Operation of 2 sanctuaries including the museum's 53 acre Wadsworth Wildlife Sanctuary.
Media
Newspapers:
Westport News (Semi-Weekly, Wednesday/Fridays)
Minuteman (Weekly, Thursday)
Radio:
WMMM-AM
WEBE-FM
Television:
CT Public Television Network
Cable TV Access
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