Hundreds of new apartments, a retail ​“laneway,” a parking garage, and a medical lab and office building are one big step closer to coming to a Ninth Square surface parking lot — now that the city has officially conveyed the former Coliseum site to a Norwalk-based developer.

Mayor Justin Elicker celebrated that real estate news Friday morning in an email press release sent out by city spokesperson Lenny Speiller.

That press release (printed in full below) states that, on Thursday, the city officially handed over a 3.5‑acre parcel at 275 Orange St. to a holding company controlled by developer-investors Spinnaker Real Estate Partners, the Fieber Group, and KDP. Read More

As part of our outreach for the 2023-2028 South Central Connecticut CEDS, we have compiled a short survey for businesses. We are looking to determine the state of our regional economy currently and see what you anticipate for the future. This information is critical to producing a meaningful strategy. As US EDA (Economic Development Administration) funding is directly tied to the CEDS, we strongly encourage you to complete the survey.

If you are interested in learning more about our current CEDS, click here.

Please share this link with your colleagues, suppliers, members, and friends so we can obtain a comprehensive understanding of our local economy.

The State of Connecticut is embarking on an ambitious endeavor: a transformative state branding campaign to serve as the identity for Connecticut for years to come. The effort is beginning with a survey of key stakeholders to “help to inform this transformative state branding campaign” and “ to provide a diverse and inclusive vision for our state.”

During the past decade, officials point out, “the tapestry of what Connecticut looks like has greatly evolved: the addition of new businesses; thriving key industries; strong cultural, arts, and tourism assets; and a more diverse, younger population.”

The State’s brand is described as “central to how Connecticut is perceived by residents, businesses, and visitors; those considering a move; entrepreneurs and companies looking to relocate, expand, or grow; and workforce talent seeking new opportunities.” Read More