Sagefield Mall Groundbreaking in Thompson’s Station

Seventy full-time jobs are projected for the new Sagefield shopping center, which broke ground Thursday in Thompson’s Station. The 16-building development sits at the intersection of I-840 and I-65. The site was previously an open-air field.

Simon Property Group and its partners held the groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday. The company also owns Opry Mills and Green Hills Mall. Mark Silvestri, president of development for Simon Property Group, led the announcement. He stated that the project includes more than $40 million in infrastructure improvements. These upgrades include road widening on Lewisburg Pike and enhancements to water and sewer systems. Silvestri noted that these changes were needed for the community.

Jane Sadler lives about five minutes from the construction site. She expressed opposition to the project, citing traffic, infrastructure, and staffing issues. “None of us are happy about this. We don’t want it and don’t need it,” Sadler said. She warned that the added cars would make the road obsolete. She also cited noise and light pollution as concerns for nearby residents.

Silvestri acknowledged that the local job market can be challenging for a project of this scale. The company plans to host job fairs and open houses to fill positions. “We will do job fairs, and have open houses and it’s amazing people show up,” Silvestri said. He mentioned that many high school students need after-school work and that retirees are looking for part-time opportunities.

The developer aims to open Sagefield before the end of 2028. Specific announcements regarding which shops and restaurants will occupy the buildings are scheduled for a later date. Construction is currently underway on the open field site.