Monday, December 2, 2024

City officials working to bring men's and women's professional soccer to Springfield


(From the City of Springfield)

The City of Springfield is in preliminary discussions with the United Soccer League (USL), regarding the possibility for bringing both men’s and women’s professional soccer to Springfield. 

 A measure before City Council Dec. 3 will consider a letter of intent (LOI) between the City and committing to sharing the cost of feasibility research with USL.






 

Director of Economic Vitality and Workforce Development Amanda Ohlensehlen said this work would include discussions and potential collaboration for a real estate development project that could result in a multi-purpose sports and entertainment district in Springfield. City-owned property located at 1109 E. Trafficway has been identified as a potential site for a soccer stadium.

City Council will hear a first reading at at its Council Lunch Workshop, 11:30 a.m., Dec. 3, with the public hearing carried over and an expected vote Dec. 16. More details can be found on the agenda posting here: https://springfieldmo.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8648/overview.

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