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Grant funding supports infrastructure improvements designed to spur community renewal and economic development

The good news for residents is project developers say residents won't see any rising costs to their electric or water bills because of the data center.

$500 million project on 280 acres would be across from the newly opened Double Black Diamond solar farm

Expanded Travel Times Help Drive Local Economic Growth and Connection to Broader Markets

Region positioned to capture jobs, investments and tax revenue as demand for cloud and AI infrastructure accelerates

Offered in partnership with The Springfield Project at CAP 1908

With low unemployment and consistent housing demand, Springfield attracts families, talent, and investment

New partnership provides critical funding for Springfield and Sangamon County communities, following the launch of the Double Black Diamond Solar project

Public Invited to Attend Annual Meeting on January 23 to Hear Updates on Projects

$20 million facility expected to open in late 2025

SSGA Believes Report Highlights Positive Economic Growth Trend

Redevelopment plans include apartments, green space and retail

This program is designed to support local entrepreneurs in establishing their businesses within downtown Springfield.

Master plan for downtown and medical district to be unveiled

Springfield community invited to open house highlighting the major elements of the plan

A proposed development on Dirksen Parkway could bring hundreds of jobs to Springfield.

City Council approves second large warehouse project

Springfield among top 50 of 2024

A new industrial complex spanning 30 acres could be coming to the southern part of Springfield.

Would employ 150-200 people in facility on nearly 30 acres

Many buildings at former Pillsbury Mills site to come down this year

Public Invited to Attend Annual Meeting on January 22 to Hear Updates on Projects

As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the Department of Commerce has selected Springfield as one of the communities nationwide to receive funding for reducing unemployment and establishing long-term economic growth.

As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, Department of Commerce selects communities primed to reduce unemployment and establish long-term economic growth to compete for implementation awards.

SSGA is proud to announce a new report by Empower has ranked Springfield, Illinois as the second most affordable city in the United States for working adults.