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Call for Artists: DSSD Invites Expressions of Interest to Downtown Placemaking Public Art
Invitation to Bid – Request for Expressions of Interest The City of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) are calling artists to Downtown Bridgeport. We invite you to share your skill, your... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Awarded 2023 CT Cultural Fund Operating Grant
BRIDGEPORT DSSD RECEIVES CT CULTURAL FUND OPERATING SUPPORT GRANT FROM CT HUMANITIES Connecticut Humanities, the statewide, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), awarded the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) a... View more
Six New Murals Unveiled in Downtown Bridgeport
Six New Murals Unveiled in Downtown Bridgeport DOWNTOWN BRIDGEPORT UNVEILS SIX NEW MURALS DURING BRIDGEPORT ART TRAIL WEEKEND The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) celebrated Bridgeport Art Trail weekend by highlighting the success of... View more
29 Markle Ct. Opens in Downtown Bridgeport
29 Markle Ct. Opens in Downtown Bridgeport “ALWAYS WITH LOVE” 29 MARKLE CT. RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE OPENS IN DOWNTOWN BRIDGEPORT The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District welcomed 29 Markle Ct., a destination dining and networking... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Releases Downtown Business Needs Assessment Report
Bridgeport DSSD Releases Downtown Business Needs Assessment Report Downtown Bridgeport is a friendly, eclectic business and residential community flourishing at the intersection of commerce, community, and culture(s). The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) operates... View more
Call for Concepts: DSSD Invites Expressions of Interest to Activating Public Spaces in Downtown Bridgeport
Invitation to Bid – Request for Expressions of Interest The City of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) are calling artists and makers to Downtown Bridgeport. We invite you to share your... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Awarded CT Cultural Fund Operating Grant
BRIDGEPORT DSSD ANNOUNCES CT CULTURAL FUND OPERATING SUPPORT GRANT WITH LAUNCH OF SKATEPORT Connecticut Humanities, the statewide, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), awarded the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD)... View more
Jane & Cesar’s Way Film and Community Tour Explore Colorful Bridgeport on May 14TH
The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is excited to host the Jane & Cesar’s Way event, an event where the unique story of how we see, interact with, and feel about our city will... View more
Call for Artists: DSSD Invites Expressions of Interest to Downtown Placemaking Public Art
Invitation to Bid – Request for Expressions of Interest The City of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) are calling artists to Downtown Bridgeport. We are already “Colorful Bridgeport,” and YOU can... View more
DSSD Invites Responses to Downtown Placemaking Public Art Contract Manager Scope of Work
Invitation to Bid – Request for Proposals DSSD Invites Responses to Downtown Placemaking Public Art Contract Manager Scope of Work The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is requesting proposals for contracted services to assist... View more
Middle Street Music Mural Unveiled + Public Art Directory Launched
Downtown Bridgeport Welcomes New Mural Celebrating Music History and Launches Public Art Directory The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) kicked off Bridgeport Art Trail weekend on November 11, 2021 by celebrating the success of... View more
DSSD Invites Responses to Merchant Engagement Coordinator Scope of Work
Invitation to Bid – Request for Proposals The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is requesting proposals for contracted services to assist with connecting Downtown Bridgeport business owners to DSSD and Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce... View more
Minority Entrepreneurs Training Association Opens in Downtown Bridgeport
Minority Entrepreneurs Training Association Opens in Downtown Bridgeport The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District welcomed the Minority Entrepreneurs Training Association (META) to the neighborhood this morning. META President & CEO Marcia Fountain was joined by... View more
Aunt Spazz Wreck & Escape Room Opens in Downtown Bridgeport
Aunt Spazz Wreck & Escape Room Opens in Downtown Bridgeport The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District welcomed Aunt Spazz, a first of its kind recreational escape and wreck room, to the neighborhood this afternoon. Aunt... View more
Downtown Bridgeport Establishes Stop on the Northeast Pollinator Pathway
Downtown Bridgeport Establishes Stop on the Northeast Pollinator Pathway The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is delighted to announce that with the completion of its multi-site “Colorful Bridgeport” public space beautification project, Downtown Bridgeport... View more
Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market Returns Thursday, July 8 at McLevy Green
Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market Returns Thursday, July 8 at McLevy Green The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is excited to announce the return of the Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market. The Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market... View more
Berlinetta Brewing Company Opens in Downtown Bridgeport
Berlinetta Brewing Company Opens in Downtown Bridgeport The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District welcomed the newest craft brewery to the neighborhood this afternoon. Berlinetta Brewing Company co-owner and brothers Chris and Rich Ruggiero were joined... View more
Tiny Cellar Fine Wine & Liquors Opens in Downtown Bridgeport
Tiny Cellar Fine Wine & Liquors Opens in Downtown Bridgeport The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District welcomed the newest fine wine and liquors shop to the neighborhood this afternoon. Tiny Cellar owners Jacqueline Martoral and... View more
Mary & Eliza Freeman Sisters Mural Unveiled
Downtown Bridgeport Welcomed New Mural Celebrating the Legacy of Mary & Eliza Freeman The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) was thrilled to celebrate the success of its collaboration on Saturday, June 5, 2021, with... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Annual Report: 2020 – 2021
The Bridgeport DSSD releases its annual report for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Downtown Bridgeport is a friendly, eclectic business and residential community flourishing at the intersection of commerce, community, and culture(s). The Bridgeport Downtown Special... View more
DSSD Invites Bids in Response to Three (3) Request for Proposals: Marketing, Accounting, and Audit
Invitation to Bid – Request for Proposals The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is requesting proposals for contracted services in three different disciplines, which will allow the organization to effectively pursue its goals to... View more
Shop Locally, Give Colorfully in Downtown Bridgeport This Holiday Season
Download Press Release: Shop Locally, Give Colorfully in Downtown Bridgeport This Holiday Season The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is excited to announce that a new public art portrait series, People of Colorful Bridgeport,... View more
DSSD Invites Bids in Response to Downtown Ambassador Program Request for Proposals
Invitation to Bid – Request for Proposals The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is requesting proposals for contract services to provide cleaning, hospitality, and safety services which will, through the management of the “Downtown... View more
Jane & Laurayne’s Walk Film and Community Tour Explore Colorful Bridgeport on 10/30 & 10/31
Download Press Release: Jane & Laurayne’s Walk Film and Community Tour The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is excited to host the Jane & Laurayne’s Walk, a two-day series of events where the unique... View more
Small Business Pandemic Relaunch Grants Awarded to 14 Downtown Bridgeport Businesses
Download Press Release: Relaunch Grant Awardees The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) and Led by Us are thrilled to announce – thanks to generous leadership gifts from SCG & UI, Part of the AVANGRID... View more
Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market 2020 season kicks off July 9th!
Download Press Release DFM Opening Day 2020 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is excited to announce the return of the Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market. The Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market will begin its 2020... View more
Your Guide to Navigating the Second Phase of Reopening
We’ve Got Your Guide to Feeling Safe and Staying Informed of Downtown Bridgeport’s Reopening Updated September 4, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. Thank you for continuing to support Downtown Bridgeport businesses and “loving your local”... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Opens Applications for Small Business Pandemic Relaunch Grant Program
Download Small Business Pandemic Relaunch Grant Program Press Release The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) is thrilled to announce – thanks to generous leadership gifts from SCG & UI, part of the AVANGRID Family;... View more
Your Guide to Navigating the First Phase of Reopening
We’ve Got Your Guide to Feeling Safe and Staying Informed of Downtown Bridgeport’s Reopening Updated May 15, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. First, thank you to all of you who have supported Downtown Bridgeport businesses... View more
COVID-19 Business Resources
COVID-19 Resources for Downtown Bridgeport Businesses Updated May 19, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Governor Lamont announced that all of the remaining COVID-19 pandemic related businesses restrictions were lifted as of Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Regarding... View more
CT Main Street Center Announces Bridgeport DSSD 2020 Awards of Excellence Winner
Press Release Back to News + Reports CT Main Street Center Announces Bridgeport DSSD 2020 Awards of Excellence Winner April 2, 2020 News | Press Release Download Press Release 04-02-20 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services... View more
Downtown Bridgeport COVID-19 Update, 03.27.2020
Access emergency operations and business assistance information on the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, current as of March 27, 2020. Included are guidance shared by relevant local, city, and state entities. Download the 03.27.2020 update here: coronavirus-update-memo-032720.
Your Guide to Supporting Local!
Can’t Wait for May 20th? We’ve Got Your Guide to Supporting Local from Home! Updated May 18, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. At this unprecedented time, Downtown Bridgeport businesses need your support more than ever. In... View more
Downtown Bridgeport COVID-19 Update, 03.17.2020
Access emergency operations and business assistance information on the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, current as of March 17, 2020. Included are guidance shared by relevant local, city, and state entities. Download the 03.17.2020 update here: BptDSSD-coronavirus-update-memo-03.17.20.
Colorful Bridgeport New Website Launches
Press Release Back to News + Reports Colorful Bridgeport New Website Launches August 26, 2019 Press Release Download Press Release, 8-29-19 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) unveiled the new ColorfulBridgeport.com website at a... View more
Bridgeport Innovation Places Strategic Plan
Special Reports Back to News + Reports Bridgeport Innovation Places Strategic Plan August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download The Bridgeport Innovation Places (BIP) Team has developed this strategic plan to act as the... View more
2010 Arrowstreet Connection Study
Special Reports Back to News + Reports 2010 Arrowstreet Connection Study August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download Bridgeport’s Downtown Connections Report Prepared by the Bridgeport DSSD and the Bridgeport Real Estate Community Search... View more
Re-Imagining Downtown Bridgeport, June 2007
Special Reports Back to News + Reports Re-Imagining Downtown Bridgeport, June 2007 August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download This plan is the product of an unprecedented partnership between the DSSD, the City and... View more
A Creative Placemaking Agenda for Bridgeport, January 2012
Special Reports Back to News + Reports A Creative Placemaking Agenda for Bridgeport, January 2012 August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download What If We Build Bridgeport Around Places? A Creative Placemaking Agenda for... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Streetscape and Planting Guidelines, April 2014
Special Reports Back to News + Reports Bridgeport DSSD Streetscape and Planting Guidelines, April 2014 August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Guidelines Download This document was developed for the Bridgeport DSSD to create guidelines for... View more
City of Bridgeport Downtown Parking System Assessment, May 2014
Special Reports Back to News + Reports City of Bridgeport Downtown Parking System Assessment, May 2014 August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download The City of Bridgeport in partnership with its Bridgeport Regional Business... View more
Bridgeport Food Commerce Feasibility Study, September 2015
Special Reports Back to News + Reports Bridgeport Food Commerce Feasibility Study, September 2015 August 21, 2019 Special Reports PDF Report Download Carmody Consulting and New Venture Advisors were contracted to work with the DSSD... View more
Bridgeport DSSD Strategic Plan, October 2018
Special Reports Back to News + Reports Bridgeport DSSD Strategic Plan, October 2018 October 1, 2018 Special Reports PDF Report Download The DSSD Board of Commissioners and other Downtown stakeholders collaborated to craft a vision,... View more
DSSD Kicks Off 2018 Downtown Farmers Market Season
Press Release Back to News + Reports DSSD Kicks Off 2018 Downtown Farmers Market Season July 12, 2018 Press Release Download Press Release, 7-12-18 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) today kicked off the... View more
Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market Opens
Press Release Back to News + Reports Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market Opens July 3, 2018 Press Release Download Press Release, 7-3-17 The Downtown Farmers Market will begin its 2017 season on July 6 at McLevy... View more
DSSD Appoints New Board Chair, Philip Pires
Press Release Back to News + Reports DSSD Appoints New Board Chair, Philip Pires July 1, 2018 Press Release Download Press Release, 7-1-18 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) announced today that Philip Pires... View more
Creating Community Town Hall Event
Press Release Back to News + Reports Creating Community Town Hall Event April 1, 2018 Press Release Download Press Release, April 2018 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District, along with partners Bridgeport Generation Now and... View more
DSSD Hires New President Lauren Coakley Vincent
Press Release Back to News + Reports DSSD Hires New President Lauren Coakley Vincent November 16, 2017 Press Release Download Press Release, 11-16-17 The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) announced today that Lauren Coakley... View more
Downtown Windows Project
Press Release Back to News + Reports Downtown Windows Project June 21, 2017 Press Release Download Press Release, 6-21-17 The Downtown Windows Project features the work of Bridgeport Art Trail artists, displayed in one of... View more
DSSD’s 2017 Lamp Post Sponsorship Program
Press Release Back to News + Reports DSSD’s 2017 Lamp Post Sponsorship Program June 7, 2017 Press Release Download Press Release, 6-7-17 Bridgeport’s DSSD is proud to unveil its 2017 Lamp Post Sponsorship Program with... View more
DSSD Recipient of CT Main Street’s Catalyst Award
Press Release Back to News + Reports DSSD Recipient of CT Main Street’s Catalyst Award May 12, 2017 Press Release Download Press Release, 5-12-17 Bridgeport’s DSSD received the 2017 CT Main Street Center’s Catalyst Award... View more
1st Annual Downtown Bridgeport Hackathon
Press Release Back to News + Reports 1st Annual Downtown Bridgeport Hackathon September 20, 2016 Press Release Download Press Release, 9-20-16 The Bridgeport DSSD has partnered with the Connecticut Main Street Center, Stamford iCenter, Bridgeport... View more