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The mission of the Economic Development Commission (EDC) is to organize and promote sound economic growth to Thomaston by stimulating the expansion of existing businesses, attracting new enterprises, and assuring a favorable community climate for new ideas and economic growth while respecting the character and history of the community.
The all-volunteer Commission meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Conference Room on the 4th floor of the Town Hall. Members of the Public, especially business owners and commercial property owners, are encouraged to attend.
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FAQs
Why should I locate my business in Thomaston?
What incentives does Thomaston offer to new businesses?
How do I start a business in Thomaston?
We are thrilled that you are considering locating your business in Thomaston!
Please see the attached How to Start a Business in Thomaston checklist so that you can obtain necessary approvals and open for business as quickly as possible.
The Commission members and their Liaison staff are happy to assist you with any questions that may arise during the process.
Please see the attached How to Start a Business in Thomaston checklist so that you can obtain necessary approvals and open for business as quickly as possible.
The Commission members and their Liaison staff are happy to assist you with any questions that may arise during the process.
How do I know if my planned use is permitted on a property?
There are specific zones in the Town of Thomaston for residential, commercial, or industrial uses. The Table of Permitted Uses located in Section 4 of the Zoning Regulations indicates what uses are permissible in each zone.
If you are considering the purchase of property or rental of space for your business, your first step should be to determine the zone in which the property is located. This can be done using GIS mapping on the Assessor's page.
If you are considering the purchase of property or rental of space for your business, your first step should be to determine the zone in which the property is located. This can be done using GIS mapping on the Assessor's page.
What requirements does Thomaston have for signage?
Can I open a home-based business in Thomaston?
How do I schedule a grand opening/ribbon cutting for my new business?
The Town of Thomaston is pleased to offer grand opening/ribbon cutting support to new or expanding Thomaston businesses at no cost.
Our goal is to make the moment memorable and bring increased visibility to your business throughout our community.
We are happy to offer the following:
Our goal is to make the moment memorable and bring increased visibility to your business throughout our community.
We are happy to offer the following:
- Attendance of local elected officials and/or staff with brief remarks;
- Ceremonial scissors and ribbon to mark the official opening;
- Photography during the ceremony to be shared on the Town's website and social media platforms; and
- Notification of the event to local media
If you would like to request a grand opening/ribbon cutting ceremony or would like to invite the EDC Commission and/or local town elected officials to your business's event, please complete the attached request form and forward it to Stacey Sefcik, EDC Liaison at ssefcik@thomastonct.org
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Contacts
Staff
Tony Adili
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
EDC Liaison
jadili@thomastonct.org
860-283-8411
Term:
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Members
Appointed in October for a 4-year term.
Lissa Jennings
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Chairman
Term:
10/28/23
-
10/27/27
Sue Holway
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Secretary
Term:
10/28/22
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10/27/26
Amanda Burch
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/21
-
10/27/25
Jeffrey Dunn
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/23
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10/27/27
Michael Madow
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/24
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10/27/28
Alissa Monteleone
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/22
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10/27/26
Matthew Stancavage
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/24
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10/27/28
Michael Sweeney
Democrat
Republican
Independent
UNAffiliated
GREEN
Libertarian
Working Families
Term:
10/28/21
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10/27/25
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