Sierra Vista, Arizona AZ Hotels/Motels/Lodging

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Sierra Vista is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, USA. According to 2005 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 41,908. Fort Huachuca, a U.S. Army base, is located just northwest of the city.

Several mountain ranges surround the City of Sierra Vista. The city's name describes its location and at an elevation of 4,623 feet, the city boasts a view of the Mule, Dragoon, Whetstone and Huachuca Mountains. As the population nears 42,000, Sierra Vista is one of the fastest growing communities in Arizona and is the business and cultural center of Cochise County. The city annexed Fort Huachuca into its boundaries in 1971. The two communities hold a strong working relationship and share many facilities and joint activities.

Sierra Vista was incorporated in 1956. The city is the shopping center for Cochise County and parts of northern Sonora. Located within the city is the Mall at Sierra Vista and several shopping centers. Many cultural and recreational activities are available within a short distance from the city.

Sierra Vista was the first city to have a McDonalds Drive thru. It first opened its window on January 24, 1975 to be able to quickly feed many of the soldiers coming from Fort Huachuca. The original McDonalds was closed down and demolished in May of 1999 and a new McDonalds replaced it, forever destroying the historic location.

Water has been a divisive issue in Southern Arizona, particularly in Sierra Vista. With the massive growth of the city, water, or lack thereof, has come to the forefront from opponents to growth. Many residents of Sierra Vista fear that the uncontrolled growth of the city will eventually dry up the San Pedro river that flows nearby, creating a dire lack of water. Growth proponents point out that the city can grow tremendously with the water already available and that Sierra Vista could eventually transport Colorado river water through the C.A.P. system.

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