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Council approves transfer of prior CPA award to local nonprofit for Gun Block rehabilitation

Springfield City Council · December 2, 2025
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Summary

Councilors approved transferring a previously authorized $250,000 CPA award to a new local nonprofit owner, Janae McDonald, who plans facade and roof work at the Gun Block (477 State Street) and intends community uses including a digital literacy lab and affordable housing applications.

The Springfield City Council voted Dec. 1 to authorize a financial order transferring a previously approved CPA grant (2023 award of $250,000) for roof, masonry and facade work on the Gun Block Building at 477 State Street to a new local nonprofit owner.

Bob McCarroll said the 2023 award had not been drawn down by the original…

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