A $15.4 million community center will be built in East Garfield Park through financial plans approved today by City Council.

The “FamilyPlex,” proposed for 3209-27 W. Carroll Ave., will include 42,500 square feet of day-care and health clinic services, a library, computer lab, gymnasium, and community space.

The building will be developed by Breakthrough Urban Ministries, which provides social services for the homeless, women suffering from domestic abuse, and families in need of intervention and treatment services.

As part of the proposed project, the organization will also purchase and renovate two existing buildings at 3330-34 W. Carroll Ave., which will be used to expand women’s programs and add a new food pantry.

City financial assistance will include up to $3.5 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and $3.5 million in New Markets Tax Credit equity. Four parcels of City-owned land, appraised for $670,000, will also be sold for $1.

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