Our Plan
A phased approach to restoration, programming, and long-term sustainability
Phase 1
Stabilize & Prepare
Secure and weatherproof the building
Assess and plan remediation
Prepare for restoration work
Phase 2
Restore Section 1
Classrooms, labs, restrooms
Life-safety & accessibility
Reopen for daily use
Phase 3
Expand the Campus
Additional program areas
Larger community spaces
Long-term activation
Why Section 1 Comes First
Section 1 is the operational heart of the building. Restoring this area allows the Springfield Center to reopen safely and begin serving the community while additional phases are planned and funded.
Section 1 includes:
Administrative offices
Classrooms & learning labs
Community gathering areas
Restrooms
Primary access and circulation
This is how the building gets its front door back.
What Funding Actually Does
HVAC Systems
Electrical upgrades
Plumbing restoration
Windows & doors
ADA accessibility
Fire & life-safety systems
Interior finishes
Code compliance
Programs Follow Space
As rooms are restored, programs begin.
Initial focus areas:
Digital literacy & workforce readiness
Youth innovation & creative technology
Arts education & cultural programming
Civil rights history & community memory
This ensures that every completed phase delivers immediate public benefit.
Built for the Long Term
A phased approach allows the Springfield Center to grow responsibly—matching restoration progress with operational capacity, partnerships, and funding readiness.
Each completed phase strengthens the foundation for the next.