Thought Leader Presented by City Of Fontana
How Placemaking Is Transforming This Inland Empire City
A robust economic development plan – buoyed by rocker Sammy Hagar’s star power – is redeveloping the city of Fontana in southern California.
A mere year after breaking ground, Stage Red, an ambitious entertainment venue being developed in partnership with the City of Fontana and native son and rocker Sammy Hagar, is slated to open its doors. We spoke with Acquanetta Warren, mayor of the City of Fontana, and Phil Burum, Fontana’s deputy city manager, at ICSC Las Vegas about what’s next for Stage Red – and for downtown Fontana.
They also discuss:
- The city’s approach for redevelopment and placemaking
- What makes for a successful retail or development partner
- Why developers and investors should consider Fontana for their next big projects