Economic and Community Impacts of a Proposed MLS Stadium

The Field Lab partnered with the City of Somerville to examine the potential economic and community impacts of a proposed Major League Soccer stadium.

Project Partner

City of Somerville, Massachusetts

Project Summary

Students worked with city data to analyze employment impacts, parking demand, and broader economic development considerations associated with a professional soccer stadium proposal.

Areas of Focus

The team examined job creation estimates, parking and transportation impacts, land use considerations, and local economic activity associated with the proposed stadium development.

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