State Rep. Caroline Simmons to challenge incumbent David Martin for Stamford mayor
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Mayor David Martin, left, and state Rep. Caroline Simmons, right, have both filed paperwork to run for mayor of Stamford. The two are shown here at the Democratic Election Night Watch Party at the Sheraton Stamford Hotel in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018.Tyler Sizemore / Hearst Connecticut Media
STAMFORD — Democrat Caroline Simmons has thrown her hat into the ring for Stamford’s mayoral election, but she won’t be alone, as Mayor David Martin has also filed paperwork to seek reelection.
The 35-year-old Simmons has represented Stamford for the past six years as a state representative. She said her campaign to become mayor is about bringing new leadership to the city.