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Waterbury is conveniently located at the crossroads of Interstate 84 and Route 8 in one of the most historic and beautiful areas of the country. Approximately one-third of the nation's total population is within a 500-mile radius. Known as the "Brass City" because of its long history as the center of the nation's brass industry, Waterbury is one of Connecticut's largest cities and located in the west-central portion of the State. With a population of nearly 110,000 people Waterbury is the metropolitan center of a thirteen-town region known as the Central Naugatuck Valley Region (CNVR).
Centrally located, this Southern New England City is less than two hours away from New York City, Boston and Providence.
The region is widely recognized for its abundant and affordable housing and the city's neighborhoods offer a wide variety of style and price. Housing costs are competitive and currently below the state average. With comfortable two-bedroom condominiums and three-bedroom homes available in a family neighborhood setting, you're sure to find accommodations to meet your needs.
For more information, the National Association of Realtors maintains a website known as realtor.com at: www.realtor.com - a comprehensive source for realtors and homes in Connecticut.
One of the unique and interesting aspects of life in Waterbury is its strong sense of community. Waterbury counts as its strengths its ethnic diversity and strong neighborhood associations. Waterbury is proud of the many neighborhood-based community groups that actively promote quality of life for their residents. This type of enthusiasm creates a positive atmosphere in which to live, work and raise a family. Senior Resources are also listed for your reference. Other community resources that provide activities and programs for local families and youths are available below.
Neighborhood Associations
Joe Savoy, President
Waterbury Neighborhood Council
168 Lucille Street Extension
Waterbury, CT 06708
Phone: (203) 574-7874
Betty Jane Wesson, Vice President
Waterbury Neighborhood Council
79 Crescent Street
Waterbury, CT 06710
Lisa Velez, Secretary
Waterbury Neighborhood Council
41 North Leonard Street
Waterbury, CT 06708
Phone: (203) 754-0090
Rafael Herrera, Treasurer
Waterbury Neighborhood Council
725 Oronoke Road
Waterbury, CT 06708
Phone: (203) 754-7763
Brooklyn Neighborhood Association
Lisa Velez, President
Bucks Hill Community Club
Vic Buzac, President
Bunker Hill Neighborhood Association
Tony DeRosa, Representative
Crownbrook Neighborhood Association
Fanny Marone, President
East End Community Club
Dick Allman, Representative
East Mountain Neighborhood Association
Mike Ptak, President
Hillside Historical District
William Moran, President
Long Hill Community Club
Franklin Hunter, President
Mohawk Park Civic Club
Antoinette D'Almeida, President
Historic Overlook Community Club
Greg Everett, President
Town Plot Neighborhood Association
Joe Savoy, President
Waterville Community Club
Gloria Potter, President
Willow Street Plaza
Rafael Herrera, President
Member at Large
Jeff Santopietro
Senior Resources
East End Senior Center
117 Southmayd Road
Waterbury, CT 06705
Phone: 203.757.1307
Meals on Wheels
232 North Elm Street
Waterbury, CT 06704
Phone: (203) 756-5261
South Waterbury Senior Citizens
South Congregational Church
160 Piedmont Street
Waterbury, CT 06706
Phone: (203) 754-8154
Waterbury Senior Shuttle
77 Store Ave.
Waterbury, CT 06705
Phone: (203) 757-5355
Community Resources
Anderson Boys Club
1037 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT, 06705
Phone: 203-756-8104
Girls Inc.
Girls Incorporated of Greater Waterbury
35 Park Place
Waterbury, CT 06702
Phone: (203) 756-4639
Waterbury Youth Service System, Inc.
95 North Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
Contact: Kelly Cronin, Executive Director
Phone: (203) 573-0264
www.waterburyyouthservices.org
YMCA
136 West Main Street
Waterbury, CT. 06702
Phone: 203-754-2181
Fax: 203-754-9095
www.waterburyymca.org
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