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Commission advances plan for late‑fall Build & Design Fair to connect residents with trades
Summary
EDC discussed a proposed late‑fall Build & Design Fair to showcase trades and services, with proposed partners WAMOGO and LABA and a format of networking, keynote and expo; commissioners emphasized prioritizing Litchfield businesses.
The Economic Development Commission discussed planning for a Litchfield Build & Design Fair intended to connect residents and new homeowners with local trades and service providers. Commissioners suggested late fall as the timing, with an opening professional networking session, a keynote speaker and an expo to follow. The aim is to build awareness of trades and provide access to apprenticeships and hiring pathways.
Potential partners named in the minutes include WAMOGO (to provide apprenticeship access) and LABA; commissioners proposed opening exhibitor space to Litchfield businesses first and then to Litchfield County businesses. The format and venue details were discussed as preliminary; no formal budget or contractual commitments were recorded at this meeting.
