Land Sale Would Support Construction of Washington Park Community Center

March 12, 2025

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Sunshine Gospel Ministries’ planned community center in Washington Park would be facilitated through the sale of 4.1 acres of City land proposed to City Council today by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

The $36.9 million, 77,050-square-foot community center at 6016 S. King Drive would include a gymnasium, cafe, youth programming rooms, offices and outdoor athletic facilities.

The City land includes 16 parcels at 345-79 E. 60th St., 6000-50 S. King Drive and 6001-49 S. Calumet Ave. The proposed sale price is $1 per parcel.

In January, Mayor Johnson announced City support for the project through a $5 million Community Development Grant.

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