Ward 9 · New Haven
Our Community. Our People. A Stronger Ward 9.
Connecting Ward 9 neighbors with information, resources, and a direct way to reach your Alder.
What do you need today?
- Get help with a problemA city service, your block, or a question
- Get Ward 9 newsJoin the newsletter
- Volunteer with neighborsAbout 3 minutes to sign up
- Propose a big ideaA law, a budget priority, or a project
In an emergency, call 911.
Meet your Alder
A neighbor-centered public servant.
Maria-Threese Serana is a New Haven resident, Ward 9 renter, educator with experience in New Haven public schools, and community-focused public servant.
This space is for neighbors to stay informed, share what they are seeing, and find a direct path to assistance.
Serving Ward 9
Your neighborhood. Your voice.
Ward 9 covers parts of East Rock, Goatville, and Fair Haven. Wherever you live in the ward, this is a place to ask questions, raise concerns, and get involved.
Help with City Services
Need help with a city service or a problem on your block? Reach out so we can work on it.
Strong Public Schools & Families
Every kid deserves a good education. Let’s support our public schools and make sure students and families have what they need.
Affordable & Stable Housing.
Focused on keeping neighbors in their homes and communities.
Environment & Climate Resilience
Working to improve city weather infrastructure, make our neighborhood greener, and protect folks from weather extremes.
Community ideas
Let us know your big ideas & projects!
Here is the nuts and bolts all in one shot.
Submit a proposal
Open full-size guide (English, new tab) Ward 9 proposals guide · In English
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Stay connected / Get help
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Share an idea, ask a question, or get help with a neighborhood concern. You can also sign up for Ward 9 updates to stay in the loop.
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