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Special Invitation
The membership of PRIDE would like to encourage
like-minded business people to consider the entrepreneurial opportunities
available in Portland.
Main Street offers some unique possibilities, long untapped
but moving steadily toward realization.
Portland has long been considered a bedroom community, quiet,
neighborly, an easy blending of the past and present. Since the closing of the
brownstone quarries a hundred years ago, the many resources of the town
have been largely ignored.
In the past few years, however, they have been rediscovered
and well-received as part of our local heritage. The momentum they generate
continues to grow.
PRIDE was given birth from this momentum.
A lot has been
accomplished since PRIDE's inception in 1997. Main Street has steadily
transformed its appearance for the better. Unsightly buildings were torn down; new ones were
erected by incoming businesses. The Town government purchased the scenic
brownstone quarries. Prime riverfront property adjacent to the quarries was
also acquired, just a short walk from Main Street. Development continues along
Main Street and along the nearby junction of Route 66 as well.
Some entrepreneurial advantages to consider:
- Portland is conveniently located in central Connecticut,
mid-way between Boston and New York City.
- Route 66 carries thousands of potential customers through
Portland every day.
- The Arrigoni Bridge helps Portland maintain its unique New
England charm.
- Portland has three major marinas.
- Three quality golf courses.
- The recent recognition of the Portland Quarries as a National
Historic Landmark (just walking distance from Main Street).
- Organizations such as PRIDE, the Brownstone Quorum,
Strategic Planning, the Portland Historical Society, and
many others, all contributing to the historical development of Main Street as a
destination point for light tourism.
- Membership in the National Main Street Program,sponsored by CL&P.
- A full time Main Street Program Director!
As you can see, things are really happening in Portland.
Now is the most opportune time for the right kind of business people to join us,
people with energy and vision.
We are especially looking for businesses that will enhance
the milieu of a quaint New England village center.
If you are interested in joining us, we will do all we can to
help you. Please contact our Main Street Office, at 860-342-6798
or the Town's Planning Department at 860-342-6720.
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