Strong economic development is a priority for Jim Zeoli.
In 1997, the Town of Orange and a group of Orange businesses created the Orange Economic Development Corporation (OEDC).
Jim Zeoli works closely with Annemarie Sliby, OEDC Executive Director, taking a comprehensive approach to building our local economy. As a result, Jim has achieved a strong record of economic development. Jim maintains a close relationship with local realtors, State of Connecticut agencies, and various groups to encourage economic growth.
Successful economic development efforts began years ago and continues. One of Jim Zeoli’s early efforts was to revive the Fieldstone Village project in 2009, a project that was rejected by the previous Democratic administration. Fieldstone is nowa major source of tax revenue for Orange.
Jim brought Marsh Hill Road property owners together with United Illuminating, resulting in the opening of the UI Operations Center and Corporate Headquarters in 2012.
With the completion of the Edison Road extension, a project supported by state grants, businesses including V.A. Health Center, Aurora Products, and Eastern Tech Corporation located here. In addition, we have benefited significantly from the rise in online shopping with the addition of FedEx and Amazon distribution centers.
New Development completed 2024-2025 with more coming soon.
Firelite Commons has been completed and contains 72 housing units plus commercial space.
Racebrook Medical Center, housing Connecticut Orthopaedics and Hartford Healthcare is now open.
Lascana housing development includes 46 units including 36 units of affordable housing.
Storage Mart has recently completed construction on Salemme Lane.
Charter Senior Living of Orange has been completed.
7 Brew Coffee is now open in Orange. Located right in the heart of the Boston Post Road retail area, so it's a perfect stop for commuters, shoppers, and students alike.
Noble Gas is coming to Orange. Demolition is being completed and construction will start soon.