Our Mission

To create opportunities for economic, social and cultural development that will enhance the quality of life for all in the community.

Since our 2007 Strategic plan our neighborhood has seen these major changes

  • Three new public streets: Osten Boulevard, Patsy Williams Way and Luis Ayala Way
  • CIL townhomes
  • Dutch Point rentals and Townhomes
  • 4 new CREC Schools: GHAA, Sports & Medical, River Street, Two Rivers
  • CIL renovated and moved into Rudder Building
  • 139 market-rate apartments outfitted and filled at Colt Gateway
  • Foley Carrier Services relocated to Colt South Armory
  • London Café opened
  • Klingberg Family Center locates in former Rudder Building
  • UCONN moving to Times Building
  • CIL opens CT Center for Non-Profits
  • JCJ Architects moves into East Armory
  • Front Street almost filled with Spotlight Theatre, Capital Grill, and Infinity Hall and other restaurants open
  • Bear’s BBQ open on Arch St
  • Amos Bull House renovation completed
  • East Armory of Colt receives new windows and exterior renovations