Residents Share Ideas for Future of Citrus Heights Shopping Center

October 31, 2026 - 23:52

Community members offered a wide range of suggestions about what kind of business should occupy the Citrus Grove Shopping Center after a vacant building on Auburn Boulevard was purchased by Ethan Conrad Properties. The discussion drew attention to the site's potential and the kinds of services local residents feel are missing from the area.

Some people said a grocery store would be a welcome addition, noting that nearby options are limited and that a full service market would save residents a drive. Others pushed for restaurants or small cafes that could give the center a more active, social feel. A few raised the idea of fitness or retail space, while others stressed that any new tenant should be affordable and useful for families in the neighborhood.

The conversation also touched on traffic and parking, with several residents asking how a new business would affect access along Auburn Boulevard. Others said they hoped the property owner would work closely with the community before finalizing plans.

No formal proposal has been announced for the site. For now, the feedback shows that residents are paying close attention to how the shopping center develops and want a business that serves everyday needs rather than one that sits empty.