The Economic Development Commission is your business advocate in Newtown.

An appointed board of nine members working directly with business persons and acting as their advocate.  This advocacy can be accomplished through face-to-face meetings, site visits, public gatherings, email and others forms of communication.

Board members will collaborate with other government agencies and private organizations as necessary to help promote Newtown's business community. The Commission's goal is to build a business friendly environment in Newtown.

The Commission meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 7 pm in the Newtown Municipal Center. The Commission will work to coordinate efforts, provide information about available business services and opportunities and will assist businesses navigate through the permitting process.

Opportunities for economic development in Newtown are diverse. Our board and trained staff will assist you personally, confidentially and professionally to help your business grow in Newtown Connecticut. Call us today!

Economic Development Commission Business Survey Dec. 2010 - Key Findings

Economic Development Commission Business Survey - Final Report December 2010

Newtown Industrial - Business Market Update February 2011

Strategic Plan for Economic Development - 2011

Strategic Plan of Economic Development - 2005

Economic Development Commission Ordinance (#66)