The city of Maize wants in on the region’s growth. Historically, the bedroom community has struggled to compete for retailers and commercial development against the neighboring city of Wichita and the NewMarket Square shopping center. “One of the biggest complaints we hear from residents in Maize is the lack of options for food,” said Joe Dessenberger, the deputy city manager for Maize. But the city has grown over the past few years with new housing and is projected to reach more than 10,000 residents by 2030. To support its population and the visitors that come to Maize for school and sporting events, the city is working with a consultant, Oklahoma-based Retail Attractions LLC, to market the municipality to national and local businesses.
Read more: Wichita Business Journal
