Let’s make Parkville
a destination.
Come to the Parkville BID Community Meeting!
Monday, May 19th, at 6 p.m.
Parkville Market, located at 1400 Park Street
What is a Business Improvement District?
A designated geographic area where local stakeholders oversee and fund their commercial district’s maintenance, improvement, and promotion.
BIDs uphold vibrant, clean, and safe districts. They deliver services and improvements above and beyond those typically provided by the City.
The BID is established by a referendum vote with support of over 50% of existing property owners.
Each BID is run by a Board of Directors elected by members in the district.
The board must include property owners, merchants, residents, and representatives of local elected officials.
The Board is in charge of making key decisions about programs and services, budget, goals, policies and staffing.
Once the BID is established, owners of one-, two-, and three-family homes may submit their written request to be excluded from the district and the special assessment to the City Clerk of Hartford.
How can I vote?
If passed, the Parkville BID will be funded by a modest 2-mill special assessment on each property.
For example, a $100,000 assessed property would pay $200 per year to the BID to help pay for these critical benefits.
The referendum requires the support of a majority of property owners, so your participation is essential for moving our neighborhood forward.
Ballots must be returned by mail or in person to the Hartford City Clerk’s Office by 5 PM on May 30, 2025.
Address: 550 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Missing ballot: If you have not received a ballot, please call the Hartford City Clerk’s office at 860-757-9752 for a replacement ballot.
With your vote, we can deliver tangible benefits to property owners like you. See the list of services below!
Services Provided
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Increase Property Values
Similar districts have seen property values increase compared to surrounding areas
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Cleaner, Safer Streets
Dedicated maintenance crews and security services
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Strategic Marketing
Coordinated promotion to attract visitors and new businesses
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Beautification Projects
Improved streetscapes, signage, and public spaces
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Stronger Voice
United advocacy with local government on issues affecting our district
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Professional Management
Expert oversight of district initiatives and resources
Proposed Area
How do I benefit?
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• Increase in property value
• Increase in rent rolls
• Increase in future investments
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• Mayor’s office
• City Council
• Governor’s Office
• Police Department
• Fire Department
• Public Works Department
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• security and safety
• cleanliness
• beautification
• quality of life
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• music
• entertainment
• food and beverage
• cultural and community events
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• Parkville residents
• second chance jobs
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• our children
• our residents
• our seniors
• our business owners and workers
• our visitors
Contact Us
More participants = Lower individual cost
This requires community members who are committed to this neighborhood and see its existing - and potential - value. Let’s make a difference, together.
Stay tuned for meetings with important updates!
Questions? Ideas? Let’s connect!
EMAIL Mary@courseyco.com
PHONE (860) 305-0476