City of Sun Prairie: City Council approves Marcus Theatres project for Prairie Lakes Development

Contact: Neil Stechschulte

Economic Development Coordinator

Office: (608) 825-0894

Moblie: (608) 512-9120

nstechschulte@cityofsunprairie.com

Sun Prairie, Wisconsin – The Sun Prairie City Council unanimously approved a 16-screen theatre complex project for Marcus Theatres that will feature a 500-seat Ultrascreen theatre, three dine-in “Cinedine” theatres, and a “Zaffiro’s Pizzeria” restaurant—representing the latest design concept by Marcus Theatres.

The location of this project will be in the Prairie Lakes Development in Sun Prairie’s Westside Neighborhood Development Area. The siting of Marcus Theatres newest facility here represents a major milestone in the development of this prime retail site into the unique commercial area that has been carefully planned by both the developer and the City. Marcus Theatres will be the second major tenant to be located in the 100-acre Prairie Lakes Development located in Sun Prairie’s Westside Neighborhood. A new 134,000 s.f. Target store opened in March of 2009.

Mayor Joe Chase said “Marcus Theatres is a welcome addition to Sun Prairie’s Westside Development. This theatre complex will offer another component to the leisure and entertainment amenities in our community.”

Council President John Muller added “We are very excited that a Wisconsin company the caliber of Marcus Corporation selected the City of Sun Prairie as the location of their newest project.”

The City of Sun Prairie worked in close partnership with both Marcus Theatres and Prairie Lakes Development to plan, review and approve the proposed project in less than two months.

Chad Fedler, Vice President for Prairie Development Ltd. said “We are very pleased with the City of Sun Prairie elected officials and City staff for the efficient approval process of the Marcus Theatres project. This now clears the way for a first class theatre complex and operator to begin construction in our Prairie Lakes Development.”