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McClellan Air Force Base Transforms into Business Hub with $600 Million Investment
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What Happened?
Once a military base, McClellan Air Force Base has evolved into McClellan Park, attracting $600 million in investments and featuring 10 million square feet of buildings and a public-use airport.
Key points
- McClellan Air Force Base closed in July 2001, impacting local jobs.
- The site has attracted around $600 million in investment since its closure.
- McClellan Park now features 10 million square feet of buildings with a 90% occupancy rate.
- The former military airport has been converted into a public-use facility with a 10,600-foot runway.
- Environmental restoration efforts have addressed contamination from past military operations.
Key insights
- The redevelopment illustrates how former military sites can be repurposed for civilian use.
- Continued investment in infrastructure may attract more businesses to the area.
- Environmental cleanup efforts are crucial for ensuring the safety and usability of the site.
Why it matters
The transformation of McClellan Air Force Base into a business hub could provide ongoing economic benefits to the Sacramento region.
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McClellan Air Force Base· LocationSacramento· CityCalifornia Family Fitness· OrganizationGateway Community Charters· OrganizationU.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center· OrganizationUnion Pacific· OrganizationBNSF· OrganizationEnvironmental Protection Agency· Organization
Source
Times of India
