Bridgeport City Hall reopens after power outage

Bridgeport City Hall reopened Tuesday after a Monday morning power outage forced the closure of the building at 45 Lyon Terrace and interrupted several city services.

The reopening came after power was restored, according to city officials. Services resumed in the building, which houses the Town Clerk, Tax Collector, Building Department, Licensing and Permits, and Board of Education offices.

What happened

Reports said the outage began around 4 a.m. Monday. The city then closed City Hall for the day while crews worked to restore service.

Mayor Joseph Ganim said the building would reopen once power was back on.

Why it mattered

Even a short outage at City Hall can disrupt residents trying to handle licenses, records, taxes, permits, and other municipal transactions. The city also said payment deadlines tied to the closure could be extended, depending on the reopening.

What happens next

Officials have not yet said what caused the outage. Further updates could also clarify whether any deadlines or appointments were formally adjusted after the one-day closure.