Why Chester?
Historical Significance
Chester is rich with history:
- Founded in 1642, Chester is the oldest city in Pennsylvania
- William Penn first landed in Chester
- Chester claims it is home of the original hoagie
- The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. studied and preached in Chester.
- Pennsylvania's first court was held in Chester and the Courthouse is still standing
But, over time, Chester has become an Act 47 distressed community in need of a boost.
Location
- Immediately south of the Commodore Barry Bridge, just next to Chester's Wharf at Rivertown – one of the most dynamic, eye catching structures on the waterfront
- 5 miles south of the Philadelphia International Airport
- Easy access to major roadways such as I-95 and I-476 – Interstate 95 corridor is just 2 miles from the site
- The Northeast Corridor Amtrak, Conrail and SEPTA rail lines run two train platforms within a short distance from the site.
But, most importantly…
…The strength of Chester lies in the attitudes and desires of the residents, the City government and many organizations in developing a vision and seeking ways to improve the standards of living for all of those who work and live in Chester.
Chester is home to nationally recognized companies such as Kimberly-Clark, PQ Corporation, Wells Fargo Financial, Synygy, and Harrah's Chester Casino & Racetrack, along with respected institutions like Widener University and Crozer Chester Medical Center.
Many of these individuals and companies have already taken great strides and reinvested millions of dollars into the community.
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