The Citrus Heights Business Corridor Coalition is stepping forward as the successor to the former Auburn Boulevard Business Association (ABBA). Designed by Freepik

Editor's note: This meeting has been cancelled.

CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MGP) – The first organizational meeting of a new Citrus Heights Business Corridor Coalition designed to support and energize commercial businesses along Auburn Boulevard will be held at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 20 at Wild and Fly Fitness, 8215 Auburn Blvd., Suite B, said its organizer, Wendy Fuentes, owner of Wild and Fly Fitness.

“In this first session, we will be seeking feedback from local businesses on the corridor. We are also looking to identify potential board members and discuss new opportunities for community collaboration and contribute to revitalization efforts along Auburn Boulevard,” Fuentes said.

The Citrus Heights Business Corridor Coalition is stepping forward as the successor to the former Auburn Boulevard Business Association (ABBA), under new leadership with a focus on collaboration, advocacy and innovation among local businesses.

Local businesses along Auburn Boulevard from Antelope Boulevard north towards the city line are looking forward to the completion of the city’s Auburn Boulevard Phase 2 street improvement project which is expected to be finished this summer.

During the two-year period of road construction, two-way traffic along Auburn Boulevard was reduced to one lane in each direction as utilities were placed underground, new curbing and gutter were installed, and sidewalks were widened.

Temporary traffic signage alerted drivers to construction vehicles and work crews in the roadway as well as where to turn into open businesses along the route.

Fuentes said the coalition embraces the motto: “One Corridor. One Community. One Vision - Auburn Boulevard Alive Again,” a reflection on the commitment to restore the boulevard’s vitality and strengthen the local business landscape.

Fuentes said the new coalition will be planning several community-focused activities, including an Auburn Boulevard corridor-wide “We Are Open” campaign, community market days and art walks, business spotlights and networking mixers, as well as seasonal celebrations and holiday-themed events which showcase partnership and community spirit.

“Our vision centers on creating a vibrant Auburn Boulevard filled with energy, opportunity and community pride,” she said.

Fuentes said she is continuing to work closely with the Citrus Heights Economic Development Department and the Chamber of Commerce to help build a stronger business community and attract more customers to a busy boulevard.

Future coalition meetings will be held at Wild and Fly Fitness Studio, at 8215 Auburn Blvd., Suite B in Citrus Heights.

For more information and to RSVP for the organizational meeting of the Citrus Heights Business Corridor Coalition taking place at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20, call Wendy Fuentes, owner of Wild and Fly Fitness at 916-770-1039.