Posted Dec 17
Hy-Vee Grocery Store
HY-VEE appears to be on track for final approval Tuesday of plans to convert the former Kmart building at 2115 S. MacArthur Blvd. to a full-service supermarket and convenience store. The Springfield City Council is expected to vote on the project, which has had no serious opposition up to now.
The company, based in Des Moines, Iowa, still must complete the purchase of three parcels needed for the project. Hy-vee executives have indicated they would like to begin construction as soon as the site plan is approved and the properties are purchased.
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Old Taylor Rental Building, 2056 S. MacArthur Boulevard
The former TAYLOR RENTAL building at 2056 S. MacArthur Blvd. will be demolished or renovated soon. The out-of-town owners have taken bids for demolition and for renovation. Ward 7 Ald. Joe McMenamin is among those who have been pushing for repair or demolition of the structure, which has been vacant for several years.
Joe McMenamin for Ward 7 