Economic Development Commission

Boards & Commissions

Economic Development Commission

The purpose of the economic development commission is to encourage the establishment and development of economic enterprises in the town to service, foster and promote the interests of present economic enterprises in the town and to encourage the economic development of the community through the maintenance of a proper balance among such growth elements as residential, agricultural, commercial, industrial and municipal in the town (Suff. Code, Art. VI§14-101).

The commission shall conduct researches into economic opportunities in the town, shall seek to coordinate activities of official bodies organized for such purposes, may advertise and may prepare, print and distribute books, maps, charts and pamphlets which in its judgment will further its official purposes (Suff. Code, Art VI§14-108).

The commission consists of five (5) members and two (2) alternates. Terms are four (4) years in length (Suffield Town Charter).

Commercial & Retail Properties

The Town of Suffield has a strong small business sector, anchored by the Town Center District. Suffield has four banks, a diverse collection of restaurants, professional and medical offices, personal services, and specialty retail.

Neighborhood commercial areas include Ebb's Corner, West Suffield Center, and the Thompsonville Road/Route 159 area.

The Suffield Chamber of Commerce is a strong advocate for area businesses. Visit the Chamber's website at suffieldchamber.com.

Transportation Advantages

There are several advantages to establishing a business in Suffield due to the town’s ease of access from a transportation standpoint. The Interstate Highway system (I-91) is within three to five miles. Bradley International Airport, New England's second largest facility and the fastest growing "worldclass" airport in the northeast is adjacent to the southern boundary of the town. Several industrial and commercial sites are accessed by a railroad spur.