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Aspen Cross to join Agawam Crossing
December 12, 2009
Aspen Cross Financial Group has signed a lease to become the newest tenant at 200 SIlver Street, the new professional building known as Agawam Crossing. The new second floor office should be completed by the end of the first quarter and open for business. Liam Reynolds of SD Plotkin represented the tenant and Development Associates represented the Owner in the transaction.


Worthington moves to Deerfield
October 01, 2009
Contract assembly company Worthington Assembly has relocate to 14 Industrial Drive in South Deerfield. Development Associates completely renovated the interior for Worthington and the property owner O'Leary-Vincunas LLC.

Worthington Assembly, Inc. is a well equipped contract manufacturing firm established with focus on printed circuit board, cable & harness and light box build assembly with customers in various industries from urology to underground drilling.


AT&T Service Center Completed at Westover
October 01, 2009
AT&T has joined the new Westover Business Center at 150 Padgette Street in Chicopee. The new space is part of the 72,000 sq ft multi-tenant industrial center recently completed by Development Associates.


Porter and Chester Completes Campus
September 30, 2009
Porter and Chester Institute has added another 6000 sq ft at its Chicopee Campus to complete occupancy of all three buildings on the site. This gives the Institute additional classroom space for additional programs.

At the Chicopee campus Porter and Chester offers programs in Administrative Health Services, Automotive, CADD, Computer Networking, Dental Assisting, Electrical, HVACR, and Medical Assisting.

Qteros Lab underway at Westover
October 13, 2009
US-based biofuel manufacturer Qteros has announced plans to build a $3.2 million cellulosic ethanol plant in Chicopee, MA. The 20,000 sf facility is the latest tenant in the 72,000 sf multi-tenant industrial complex developed by Development Associates of Agawam.

The facility, which will demonstrate the company’s patented process for converting plant matter to ethanol, is expected to be in small-scale production early next year. If it is successful, a full-scale manufacturing plant could be built at the site. For More information on this tenant, please go to www.qteros.com. See our available space tab for additional information on the Westover Business Center.




ITT Power Solutions joins Meadow Street Complex
June 01, 2009
Meadow Street Partners announces a lease with ITT Power systems at its 391 Industrial Center in Chicopee.

ITT will use the space to test and research a new engine design.
DA completes State Agency Offices
May 15, 2009
On behalf of affiliate Greenfield Corporate Center LLC, Development Associates has completed 26,346 sf of office space - the new home of the regional Department of Children and Families and the Department of Transitional Assistance. The project at 143 Munson Street in Greenfield brings the corporate center to a total of 170,000 sq ft of suburban office.
DENTIST OFFICE UNDERWAY AT AGAWAM CROSSING
March 15, 2009
Dr. Christopher Magiera DMD has begun construction of a new state-of-the art dental office to be completed by June 2009. The practice will offer a wide range of dental services including; preventive (cleanings & x-rays), cosmetic (whitening & veneers), restorative (fillings , crowns, and root canals), prosthetic (implants, dentures, and partials.) For more information, go to www.christophermagiera.com.
NEXT TENANT OPENS DOORS AT WESTOVER BUSINESS CENTER
March 03, 2009
Cambridge Street Metals, a leading distributor of copper, aluminum, galvanized, lead, zinc, brass is now working out of its new 7500 sq ft warehouse center.
FASTENAL RENEWS AT 317 MEADOW STREET, CHICOPEE
February 15, 2009
Fastenal has renewed its lease for 4,000 SF at 317 Meadow Street in Chicopee MA. This space serves as one of Fastenals 2,300 stores with local inventory, outside sales staff, and on-site delivery vehicles to save you time & money. Fastenal was founded in 1967 and has become the fastest growing full-time industrial distributor, and is now the largest fastener distributor in the nation.
WESTOVER BUSINESS PARK SPACE NOW READY
February 04, 2009
Development Associates has completed the two spec building projects at 140-150 Padgette Street, Chicopee. The complex offers 4,000 - 20,000 square foot industrial units. Spaces will be finished to suit tenants needs.
DENTIST OFFICE CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN AT AGAWAM CROSSING
January 19, 2009
Final floor plans have been approved and construction is soon to begin on Dr. Christopher Magiera's new office at Agawam Crossing. Dr. Magiera and staff will occupy approx. 3,000 SF of space in this 32,0000 SF class "A" facility. Magiera Dental plans to open the new office in Summer 2009.
NEW TENANT AT PADGETTE STREET - CHICOPEE, MA
January 13, 2009
Development Associates is pleased to announce that Salemaster Flooring Solutions will take possession on January 23, 2009 of their new location at 140-150 Padgette Street Unit 201. Salesmaster Flooring is a wholesale distributor of commercial flooring products and will better serve all of New England from this fully stocked facility. www.salesmasterflooring.com
PROGRESS CONTINUES ON STATE AGENCY PROJECT
January 07, 2009
Interior construction is underway on the approx 26,000 SF addition at 143 Munson Street, Greenfield MA. The Department of Social Services and Department of Transitional Assistance will join the Greenfield Corporate Center campus during Spring 2009. This Class A facility offers 30,000 SF of back office or call center workspace that is ready for immediate occupancy.
RELIANCE LASER LEASES 2000 SF
January 01, 2009
Development Associates welcomes Reliance Laser to 630 Silver Street, Agawam MA. Reliance Laser specializes in cutting and welding services and are happy to support you in product design, development as well as manufacturing. Development Associates is here to assist you in brokerage, management, leasing or development anywhere from professional/medical offices to warehouse/distribution sites.
Greenfield VA Office Receives Top Honors
December 08, 2008
Development Associates is pleased to announce that one of its tenants, Greenfield veterans outpatient clinic located at 143 Munson Street has been recognized by the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs as one of the nation's top community based outpatient clinics in patient satisfaction. "This is the second year in a row the Greenfield VA Clinic has received this honor", said VA spokesperson Michael Walsh.
Agawam Crossing Announces New Tenants
December 01, 2008
Letellier Law Offices PC, Gina M Letellier and Individual & Family Counseling Center, Cristina DeNardo-Dupre LICSW have opened their new offices at 200 Silver Street and are open for business. They join Baystate Rehabilitation and Anytime Fitness at Agawam Crossing. The building offers 800 - 7,000 square foot class A office space, minutes to Springfield and Greater Hartford.
Ribbon Cutting at Agawam Crossing
November 20, 2008
Development Associates welcomed town officials, state representatives as well as area business leaders and residents to join them in a ribbon cutting ceremony held on November 20, 2008. The gathering celebrated the completion of work on this 5 million dollar project which included a United Bank branch. This 32,000 SF professional/medical facility offers class A office space built to your specifications and is located just off Route 57 & 75 at 200 Silver Street.
Construction Continues at Airpark Business Center
November 15, 2008
Interior construction is underway for Salesmaster Flooring at 140 Padgette Street. Salesmaster Flooring is a wholesale distributor of commercial floor covering products serving the northeast. 4,000 - 30,000 square foot commercial/industrial spaces are available in this 72,000 SF project. Units will be finished to suit tenants requirements.
Christopher Magiera DMD Leases 2600 SF
October 31, 2008
Christopher Magiera signs lease at 200 Silver Street - Agawam Crossing. Construction will begin soon and the offices expects to be open by April 2009. Agawam Crossing offers brand new 300 - 7,000 SF professional spaces and is well appointed to service Greater Springfield & Northern Connecticut.
ANYTIME FITNESS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
October 24, 2008
Anytime Fitness receives occupancy and has opened for business. This 3900 SF 24-Hour, state-of-the-art fitness center is part of the 28,000 SF facility at 200 Silver Street, Agawam MA.
Construction Schedule on Target for 2009 Occupancy
October 15, 2008
Construction continues on the New Airpark Business Center at 140-150 Padgette Street, Chicopee MA. Development Associates is pleased to announce that Salesmaster Flooring and Cambridge Street Metals have signed leases with occupancy expected in early 2009. Airpark Business Center offers 72,000 SF of office/warehouse flex space centrally located off MA Pike Exit 5.
MA State Agencies Underway in Greenfield
October 10, 2008
Construction is underway on the 26,300 SF office project at 143 Munson Street, Greenfield MA. This project is part of the Greenfield Corporate Center, and will be home of both the Regional DSS & DTA in the same complex that houses both the VA Clinic and Association for Community Living.
Cambridge Street Metals to Expand
October 01, 2008
After just two years in the Greater Springfield Market, Cambridge Street Metals is moving to a new location and nearly doubling in size. CSM, in its 75th year in business, is a leading distributor of copper, aluminum, galvanized, lead, zinc, brass and more. The new location is part of the Airpark Business Center currently under construction at 150 Padgette Street in Chicopee's Westover Airpark.
Baystate Health Re-hab Completed at Agawam Crossing
September 21, 2008
The 2600 square foot physical therapy and re-hab center at Agawam Crossing has received a certificate of occupancy and is ready for operation upon receipt of approval from the MA Department of Public Health. Baystate Medical serves as a regional resource for specialty medical care and research, while providing comprehensive medical services to the community.
Seahorse Labware takes additional space
September 15, 2008
Seahorse Labware, has been servicing the life sciences industry for over 20 years, providing industry-leading instruments and consumable labware products for biological research and drug discovery. They have added an additional 8750 square feet to their existing operation at 300 Griffith Road in Chicopee. The additional space will initially be for warehouse use but may be converted to lab/manufacturing over time.
Agawam Crossing Adds New Tenants
September 05, 2008
Two new tenants have been added to the new professional/medical building being completed at 200 Silver Street in Agawam. Marriage and Family Counseling and Attorney Gina-Marie Latellier . Spaces still available on the first and second floor for additional professional offices. 300 - 15,000 square feet with custom interiors finished to suit tenants.
Westover Project Makes Progress
August 30, 2008
Construction continues on the new 40,000 square foot multi tenant building located on Padgette Street. These new industrial units will be finished to suit any requirement and are conveniently located with highway access.
Adesta Leases Chicopee Space
August 28, 2008
Adesta LLC, a worldwide leader in the design, construction and maintenance of stand-alone or integrated communication networks and electronic security systems, has leased space at 317 Meadow Street Chicopee. The Chicopee location will support Adesta's contract to install fiber optic network along the I-91 corridor over the next 3 years. King and Newton of Springfield represented the tenant and Development Associates represented the landlord Meadow Street Partners.
Development Associates buys Westover site with JV Partner
June 30, 2008
Development Associates of Agawam has purchased a 7.6 acre site in Westover Airpark West as a joint venture with an investor from Long Island, NY. The group intends to build a 72,000 sq ft multi-tenant industrial complex with an anchor tenant occupying 25,000 sq ft for a flooring products distribution center. The remainder of the project will offer industrial rental units from 4000 sq ft to be finished to suit a variety of users. This project represents the 10th building to be developed at Westover by Development Associates and their 15th building in Chicopee.
Anytime Fitness Leases 3900 sf
June 27, 2008
24-hour fitness leader Anytime Fitness has signed a lease at 200 Silver Street Agawam with construction to begin immediately. The facility will provide state-of-the-art fitness machines, free-weights, in a modern, attractive setting available 24 hours per day. The facility is expected to be ready for members in October, 2008.
Baystate Health Project Commences at Agawam Crossing
June 26, 2008
Approval has been received from the MA Department of Public Health to commence construction of the 2600 sq ft physical therapy/rehabilitation facility at the new Agawam Crossing building at 200 Silver Street, Agawam, MA. The project is part of the 28,000 sq ft professional/medical building being completed at the corner of Silver and Suffield Streets in Agawam.
United Bank Completed in Agawam
April 16, 2008
DA announces the completion of a branch bank for United Bank at the corner of Suffield and Silver Streets in Agawam.
Baystate Health Signs Agawam Lease
April 04, 2008
Baystate Health has signed a lease for space at the new Agawam Crossing professional building developed by Development Associates at 200 Silver Street in Agawam. Occupancy expected by late summer 2008.
DA completes Manchester Neurology Group office
March 28, 2008
Development Associates has completed the comprehensive renovation of a free-standing office building in Manchester CT for Eastern Ct Neurology Specialists. The new office provides 9 exam rooms, plus doctors' offices, conference and support areas.
SunLife Extends Greenfield Call Center Lease
March 20, 2008
Following its recent acquisition of GenWorth, Sunlife has extended its lease of approximately 40,000 sq ft of suburban Class A space. The space is part of the Greenfield Corporate Center on Munson Street which is also home to Phoenix Wealth Mgmt, Crocker Communications, the US Veterans Affairs clinic and others.
Dr. Hauschka Office Renovation Project Completed
February 01, 2008
Development Associates has completed a total renovation of 17,500 sq ft in South Deerfield, converting the former Millitech facility to the corporate offices for Dr. Hauschka's Skin Care, a world-wide provider of holistic remedies and cosmetics. The renovated building provides new space for marketing, customer service, training and executive offices. The project features solar lighting, natural marmoleum flooring, lots of natural light and an airy full-height open office area.
Dr. Hauschka Warehouse Completed
February 01, 2008
A new 12,000 sq ft energy-efficient distribution warehouse has been completed and leased to Dr. Hauschka's Skin Care in the South Deerfield Industrial Park. The new facilty is part of Dr. Hauschka's corporate move from Hatfield to this project developed and managed by Development Associates. The building includes additional insulation, and 12 skylights in a solar-white roof.
Agawam Crossing Project Continues
February 20, 2008
Construction continues on the new 32,000 sq ft medical/professional office building at the corner of Suffield and Silver Streets, known as Agawam Crossing. The 2-story project offers high quality spaces from 300 to 15,000 sf with custom interiors finished to suit tenant requirements.
Microtest Facility Completed
May 21, 2007
A new 20,000 sq ft facility leased to Microtest Labs has been completed and turned over to the tenant. Development Associates handled the leasing and build-out on behalf of the building owner Suffield Street Partnership.

Microtest Laboratories, founded in 1984, is a leader in testing services and contract manufacturing for the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. The new facility will expand product stability testing services and add a new packaging laboratory.

Industrial Facility Listed for Sale in Agawam
March 02, 2007
Representing the owner of this 97,700 square foot facility, Development Associates/Sperry Van Ness listed 609 Silver Street in Agawam for sale. This building, which is adjacent to the Agawam Industrial Park, offers easy access to Route 57, and Route 75. The building is in excellent condition and offers many unique features: first and second floor offices; separate entrance for warehouse employees; skylights; and high voltage electrical power.

United Bank Branch Completed in Westfield
December 31, 2007
A joint venture of Pearson Systems and Development Associates, this United Bank branch lease project is located on Route 10/202 in Westfield MA, just north of the MA Pike.
Lambda Zero Moves to 391 Industrial Park
January 04, 2007
Lambda Zero has recently signed a lease at 317 Meadow Street in Chicopee. They leased a total of 6,000 square feet. This location offers 3,720 square feet of office space and 2,280 square feet of warehouse. Lambda Zero specializes in optic laser coatings. This space will serve as the companies headquarters for the next 3 years.