Chief among them is the future of Riverchase Galleria and nearby Patton Creek, two retail centers he views as essential to Hoover’s long-term growth. According to the study, visitation dropped from 6.3 million in 2019 to 4.2 million in 2024 — a 33% decline. Phase I would involve demolishing the former Sears box and constructing 282 apartments, 28,000 square feet of retail space, a 1,100-seat Center for the Arts, and 25,000 square feet of public greenspace. Phase II would remove the Macy’s box and adjoining corridor to make way for 260 apartments, 16,000 square feet of retail space, and 19,000 square feet of greenspace. “The revitalization of Riverchase Galleria and Patton Creek is the top economic development priority of my administration,” said Derzis.