Two Bay Street buildings that have been giving the city of Springfield ongoing issues for years were torn down Wednesday by Associated Building Wreckers of Springfield.
The wrecking company was the low bidder for the Roy's Towing Used Auto Parts at 876 Bay Street and the former Cohen Brothers Metal Recycling facility at 846 Bay Street.
During a press conference in front of 846 Bay St., Mayor Domenic Sarno said that the demolition of these buildings "is a priority for our residents and businesses in that area," and it gives the city a chance to get the property back on the tax rolls once the work is complete.
The city took ownership of the two buildings for nonpayment of taxes.