Springfield Township: Arts, development, and services focus in 2018
Jennie Key
SPRINGFIELD TWP. – Springfield Township neighborhoods can expect to see a continuing commitment to better streets In 2018.
In 2017, the township resurfaced 30 streets and is expected to resurface 34 more in 2018.
According to township officials, strategies outlined in the Comprehensive Neighborhood Master Plan and with revenue from the Joint Economic Development Zone are two contributing factors to the increased number of road improvement projects.
The township expects to spend about $3.4 million on infrastructure-related projects in 2018.
“Not only is the township completing large-scale reconstruction projects, but it is also focusing on projects where the road is not yet in total disrepair, and therefore can be improved at a much lower cost," said Mike Gould, Springfield Township Public Works director.
The township also has some important economic development projects in 2018.
At the top of the list is the proposed Center Pointe Preserve development, which aims to create a mixed-use neighborhood consisting of green space, office, retail, residential, and entertainment venues such as an outdoor amphitheater at the Warder Nursery.
Trustees recently approved the Conceptual Master Plan for the site. The master developer, the St. Francis Group, is now actively marketing the property. Trustee Joseph Honerlaw said the development's goal remains to create a catalyst for development that elevates and fosters revitalization of the adjacent residential and business areas.
Trustee Mark Berning said the township has had interest from the medical office community and there are several projects that could move forward in 2018, which would make 2018 one of the most successful years of economic development the township has experienced in decades.
In addition to the potential medical office developments, the township expects that construction on several other retail sites will also be underway in 2018. One such development will be The Citrus Tree Market and Cafe at the intersection of Corbett Road and Winton Road. Expected to break ground next year, The Citrus Tree proposes to offer fresh produce year-round and host a restaurant with an adjacent outdoor patio dining area.
Trustee Gwen McFarlin said officials and the community worked hard to develop strategies that position the township to take advantage of opportunities that will improve neighborhoods and business districts.
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