From tires to Cajun shrimp, the town is seeing an influx of activity.
“We’re excited to see a wide variety of new business openings in recent weeks. But we’re also gratified to see other smaller businesses starting in Prescott Valley – perhaps without the fanfare of corporate sponsorship but nevertheless with significant economic impact for the region,” said Marnie Uhl, CEO and president of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce.
The new businesses mean more employment, more tax revenue and more local and visitor activity within the town, she said. “Everyone benefits when we have positive business growth, regardless of it being a national or regional chain or a local mom-and-pop operation.”
One of the newest national chains to start is Discount Tire, located at the intersection of Highway 69 and Glassford Hill Road.
Store Manager Jacob Dehart, who came to PV three months ago from Bullhead City, said Discount Tire is the “largest independent tire distributor in the United States.” He said the 5,100-square-foot building, constructed by Fenn Construction, is fully equipped to provide full service to customers who need assistance with tire repair and purchasing.
Dehart, who has 19 years of service with Discount, said approximately 20 people would be employed, a figure that is likely to grow. “We’ve only four Discount Tire properties in the greater area – one in Prescott and two in Flagstaff. The newest one in PV is central to all of the Quad Cities area and will provide the same kinds of services all others do: free tire checks and inspections and the like.”
Another major business that opened doors just weeks ago is Alliance Home Improvement Center (AHIC). Located on Glassford Hill Road, the AHIC website says,
“The new store will offer everything you need for construction projects, home improvement, or simple repairs around the house or in your business. We will have rental equipment, lumber, cranes, construction supplies, on-site construction delivery, specialty bolts and hardware, and many other offerings.”
AIHC also offers small engine repair service and can serve as an Amazon pick-up location. The company is linked to Alliance Lumber, a Glendale-based firm that is one of Arizona’s largest lumber distributors.
Another national chain, Popeyes’s Louisiana Kitchen, is opening its first restaurant in the Quad Cities area on Highway 69 on the west edge of town. Set to open June 30, the 3,250-square-foot restaurant is known for its Cajun and creole flavors in a variety of chicken and shrimp dishes.
The restaurant was named after Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle, a detective in the Academy Award-winning 1971 movie “The French Connection,” set in New Orleans. Founded 47 years ago, Popeye’s eateries are now in 2,700 locations across the United States and in foreign countries. Other new businesses include: Free Core Pilates, Mobility Plus, Jerome Prazak State Farm Agency, Makayla Chadwick State Farm Agency, Icon Solar, Boba Bliss, Optima Medical, Precision PCF, Squealing Hog BBQ, W & Z Asian Bistro, Buckle Clothing and Archer’s Bikes.
Owner-operator Sal Anselmo of the Grumpy Sicilian Italian restaurant in Prescott announced he wants to open a second Grumpy Sicilian in Prescott Valley. Its proposed location is next to the Fry’s Food and Drug store on Glassford Hill Road.
Heidi Dahms Foster, communications relations coordinator for the Town of Prescott Valley, said town officials applaud the business leaders. She says Town of Prescott Valley personnel are working diligently with individuals and organizations in the community to process required applications and permits in an expeditious manner. QCBN
By Ray Newton, QCBN
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