Part I

Fix the Foundation & Stay Focused

At the beginning of the 21st century, Waterbury was on the verge of bankruptcy. But by doing the difficult analysis to determine the causes, and adhering to a new fiscal blueprint, the City restored confidence – and showcased the resolve of its people.

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Palace Theater

Frank Tavera

Joan Hartley

Mark Ryan

Fred Luedke

John Rowland

Neil O’Leary

Waterbury Industrial Commons

Luvata Industries

King Industries

Waterbury PAL

Chase Brass and Copper

Brass City Food Hub

George Tirado Sr. Park

Cigna

Michael LeBlanc

Sarah Geary

The Mejia Family

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Part II

CREATE THE PATHS & LIGHT THE WAY

To many, the Mixmaster was more a mess than an efficient system. When the highway was improved, though, it sparked a flurry of development projects that will impact Waterbury’s cultural, educational, and corporate fabric for generations to come.

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Part III

Make a Splash & Drive More Interest

Starting in an unlikely place, the City took stock of the ways that living, working, and playing in Waterbury could be improved. Then it began to do something about each – turning its liabilities into assets, and attracting top businesses in the process.