Glendale, Arizona

the West Valley’s 1.7 million residents.” Even more exciting news: building on the experiential entertainment it is known for, the city just announced a massive, mixed-use development project – the Crystal Lagoons Island Resort - an exquisite destination with an 11-acre white sand lagoon with retail, family entertainment including Fly and 4-D theaters, office space and three premier hotels (630 rooms). The city currently has 1,154 hotel rooms and this new project along with additional properties under construction will bring it to 2,300-plus in the Westgate area, alone. Those accommodations, combined with convention space in the stadium, additional city-owned convention and meeting expo space at the Renaissance Hotel, and the arena facilities, position Glendale to host much larger events and enjoy the benefits that come from it by having participants experience the area. Combined, all these offerings provide a better fan experience for residents and visitors alike. construction now, adjacent to Arrowhead BMW. These additions are a clear reflection of the strength and purchasing power West Valley residents provide. Ultimately having access to these types of top-notch amenities provides them with a better quality of life.” Friedman notes, “The Sports and Entertainments District is growing with the opening of the new Desert Diamond Casino and Topgolf along with multiple new first-class hotels each contributing to the Glendale’s skyline along the Loop 101. In conjunction with our Council’s support, City Manager’s directives and our colleague’s teamwork across many departments, we’ve been strategically ensuring Glendale’s proactive approach to development, sustainable growth in key sectors and speed to market ensuring we move the city at the speed of business. Both the Arrowhead and Westgate Areas continue to welcome contemporary establishments and eateries that will, combined, continue to set us apart as a city and as the economic engine of