The Economic Development Commission and Economic Outlook Committee has put together a list of 15 reasons why businesses should open up shop in Bethel.
What do you think of the list? Does it accurately describe Bethel and its business climate? Is there anything that should be added?
15 Reasons to Locate Your Business in Bethel:
1. Some of the best commercial space available anywhere
2. Reasonable lease/rental rates and taxes
3. Proximity to client base with potential for growth
4. Excellent planning and zoning
5. Access to major highways and all of Fairfield County
6. Safe and secure — low crime rate
7. Not saturated with competition
8. Excellent mix of businesses — large, multinational companies and local and regional businesses as well as retail, professional and industrial businesses
9. Active business community represented in Chamber of Commerce, town and state government, and other business organizations
10. Wonderful mix of new and old architecture
11. Charming "walkable" downtown with nearby Metro North train station-patrons can walk around and discover stores, restaurants, and other businesses
12. Warm, friendly, supportive residents and customer
13. Great place to live — great schools including a national award winning elementary school
14. Local pool of skilled and educated workers
15. Knowledgeable and helpful town staff facilities getting your business started
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