The development of Duggan Park, which will include an athletic complex rededicated to former Springfield Trade (Putnam) coach Ted Plumb, will provide a middle and high school level field for football, soccer, field hockey and lacrosse, and a running track for track and field events. The complex will also have lighting, bleachers, restrooms and a concession stand.
Additionally, development of the adjacent conservation area will offer a woodland walking trail, interpretive signage, and an outdoor classroom. The Community Garden, which will be maintained in collaboration with Duggan Academy, will offer raised planting beds, fruit trees, berry bushes, a compost area and a garden shed.
Mayor Sarno states, “The athletic field turf is installed and looking good. Progress continues at our soon-to-be state of the art youth development facility and the new Ted Plumb Field and Duggan Park. Just a few weeks ago the athletic field lights were installed. This all-encompassing project that my administration was able to advance into the construction phase will provide our city with a second major athletic field and complex, much like the one at Central High School – which by the way a new baseball field is currently being installed too, along with enhancing our green open space areas. A city our size really does deserve and need two athletic complexes, with all the proper amenities, to accommodate all of our athletic and recreational activities. I am also happy that my administration will be able to relocate and dedicate this field to legendary coach Edward ‘Ted’ Plumb. The improvements and enhancements planned for our Duggan field is desperately needed and will greatly benefit our youth, athletes and their families.”