City of Westfield, MA - Economic Development

City of Westfield, MA - Economic Development The City of Westfield - Office of Community Development

59 Court St. Westfield, MA 01085

413-572-6246

The City of Westfield values it vibrant business community and recognizes the contribution that businesses, from small retailers to multi-million dollar corporations, make to the character and economic vitality in our city. Known as the "Whip City", Westfield has a long tradition of innovative businesses that began in the 19th century with the manufacturing of bricks, whips, and ci**rs that became

economically important. At one point in the 1800s, Westfield was a prominent center of the buggy whip industry, and the city is still known as the "Whip City." Other firms produced bicycles, paper products, pipe organs, boilers and radiators, textile machinery, abrasives, wood products, and precision tools. Westfield transformed itself from an agricultural town into a thriving industrial city in the 19th century. Today, Westfield is known for its prominant position in the precision manufacturing industry.

*ATTENTION BUSINESSES* The MassINC Polling Group is conducting an important statewide survey on the impact of the COVID-...
06/23/2020

*ATTENTION BUSINESSES* The MassINC Polling Group is conducting an important statewide survey on the impact of the COVID-19 health and economic crisis on business activity. They are seeking input to advise policymakers on recovery programs and the needs of businesses in Massachusetts. Link below:

https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5668957/MASmallBiz

A GREAT thing for Westfield! $24 to $40 million private investment! Creating good, manufacturing jobs! Utilizing exis...
12/18/2018

A GREAT thing for Westfield! $24 to $40 million private investment! Creating good, manufacturing jobs! Utilizing existing rail lines to bring in raw materials.

The envelope plant closed in 2014 at a cost of 200 jobs.

Spreading the word about Westfield opportunities!
10/03/2018

Spreading the word about Westfield opportunities!

Community Spotlight Folks in Western Mass. know they’re often dismissed by residents out east, Lisa Stowe says. So how does a city like Westfield make its case as a vibrant destination for a business looking to plant roots? By working together. That’s exactly what a handful of partners — munic...

Westfield Technical Academy is training young adults for careers in a rapidly-growing job market!
09/05/2018

Westfield Technical Academy is training young adults for careers in a rapidly-growing job market!

The aviation industry is facing a wave of retirements and is recruiting students who haven't graduated high school to fill the ranks. Salaries in their early 20s can top $70,000.

Infrastructure improvements coming to Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport. Westfield Mayor Brian Sullivan: "Federal funds ...
08/29/2018

Infrastructure improvements coming to Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport. Westfield Mayor Brian Sullivan: "Federal funds provide critical support to the city's efforts in making Barnes Regional Airport an economic driver for our community."

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Plans for the downtown are moving forward!
08/15/2018

Plans for the downtown are moving forward!

A mixed-use building is the vision for the former JJ Newberry's site in Westfield.

07/11/2018

Brand new launch of a joint city and G&E marketing campaign! Check it out!

GREAT NEWS for downtown Westfield!!
06/21/2018

GREAT NEWS for downtown Westfield!!

Myers Info Systems is a media software company that purchase 110 Elm St. in Westfield

06/12/2018

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