The group announced formation of the Hartford-Springfield Economic Partnership at a press conference in September 2000. Other corporate, government and non-profit partners are welcome to work with the organization to further specific initiatives.

	Progress made on "knowledge corridor"; Hartford Business Journal, July 2001
	The Route to Prosperity; CT Business Magazine, December 2000
	Metro Merger Math Test; The Hartford Courant, Thursday, November 16, 2000
	Springfield and Hartford become one region; Business West, October 2000
	States launch new partnership; Journal Inquirer (Manchester, Conn.), Saturday, September 23, 2000
	Initiative crosses state line; Springfield Union News, Thursday, September 21, 2000