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Staunton City Council Acquires Former Western State Hospital Site for Development

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 17
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What happened

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Staunton city council acquired the site of the former Western State Hospital in 2009. The city recently engaged Tim Davey to consult on the long-term marketing strategy and site readiness for the 300-acre parcel, which includes 150 developable acres. City leaders are currently working to manage rumors regarding the possibility of data center development at the location.

From augustafreepress.com

Why it matters

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The site is located at the nexus of Interstate 81 and Interstate 64, and the city is developing a master plan for the remaining acreage. Discussions at the city's economic development authority meeting involved evaluating the fiscal impact of potential data centers at the location.

From augustafreepress.com

Who's involved

  • StauntonThe independent city that purchased the former hospital site.
  • Tim DaveyThe consultant hired by Staunton to advise on the marketing strategy.
  • Western State HospitalThe former hospital site that Staunton purchased.
  • city councilThe legislative body that acquired the former hospital site.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • StauntonSpeculative

    The city might see changes in municipal revenue potential as it pursues major commercial development on the former hospital land.

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