Springfield opens new downtown parking garage with over 800 spaces
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) officially opened the new Convention Center Carpark on Monday, marking a major milestone in downtown Springfield's ongoing infrastructure improvements.
Located next to the MassMutual Center, the new five-story parking facility spans 350,000 square feet and offers 817 parking spaces. The garage includes electric vehicle infrastructure and charging stations and is designed with long-term development in mind, including retail space on the ground level intended to help activate foot traffic in the area.
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The new structure replaces the aging Civic Center Garage, originally built in 1971, which had deteriorated to the point where only 700 of its 1,000 spaces remained usable. In collaboration with the city of Springfield, the MCAA purchased, demolished, and rebuilt the facility to better serve visitors.
'This project wouldn't have been possible without the buy-in and support of key local stakeholders,' said Marcel Vernon, Executive Director of the MCCA. 'Thank you to Mayor Sarno and the city of Springfield for your partnership on this important economic development project, which will provide a world-class parking venue for MassMutual Center patrons, while also activating the neighborhood for the community at large.'
The car park is part of a broader vision to revitalize the downtown area. Work is continuing on the adjacent plaza and streetscape, with completion expected by the end of May. Sean Dolan, General Manager of the MassMutual Center, emphasized the facility's impact on the guest experience.
'The opening of the Convention Center Carpark marks a monumental step forward for both the MassMutual Center and the community,' Dolan said. 'This state-of-the-art facility will enhance the event experience and make it more convenient for our visitors. It's an exciting time for Springfield.'
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration are currently being planned to coincide with the completion of the full project. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.
WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.
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