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The future of Fountain Hills hangs in the balance

Sprouts Farmers Market is coming to Four Peaks Plaza Shopping Center (Target center). This marks a significant step forward in the reimagining of the Shea corridor.

As our Economic Development Director Amanda Jacobs said, “The Fountain Hills residents have been asking for a specialty grocery store ... Attracting Sprouts Farmers Market would not have been possible without the vision of the property owner, Sandor, and the Fountain Hills Town Council approving zoning changes in January 2024.”

But no thanks to councilmembers Skillicorn, Larrabee and mayor Friedel! They voted against approving the reimagining of the Target center because their self-interests appear to be in direct conflict with those of the town and its residents. And now, with the new councilmembers who support the backward views of those that voted against the redevelopment, we must cross our fingers as the Sprouts project moves forward.

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