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 (Atlanta, GA) March 5, 2004 -- Cypress Equities, the retail development and acquisition affiliate of Staubach Retail, announces that they have reached an agreement with Bass Pro Shops, America's favorite outdoor store, to anchor the retail, restaurant and hotel complex being developed by Cypress Equities' Atlanta-based office. The mixed-use development will encompass 200 acres on the northeast corner of I-10 and Highway 90 in Spanish Fort, Alabama, on the eastern shore area of the greater Mobile market. The project, to be known as The Market at Spanish Fort will contain in excess of 500,000 square feet of retail space, restaurants, hotels and other complimentary uses. "We are thrilled that Bass Pro Shops has selected our project as their southern Alabama home," said Scott Harrington, managing partner with Cypress Equities' Atlanta office. "They are truly a one-of-a-kind retailer with an ability to attract customers from over 300 miles. Because of the commitment from Bass Pro Shops, this project is going to be something very special and unique to the region." "We are excited about bringing Bass Pro Shops to southern Alabama," stated Bass Pro Shops President Jim Hagale. "This store will be dedicated to serving the families and visitors who enjoy the many outdoor traditions this region has to offer."Unequaled in their award-winning concept and design, Bass Pro Shops current 21 destination retail stores across America attract almost 60 million people annually."We are flattered to have Bass Pro Shops select our community as the location for its newest store," said Greg Kuhlmann, Mayor of Spanish Fort. "For outdoor enthusiasts and nature tourists, the City of Spanish Fort is a gem waiting to be discovered. Bass Pro Shops' reputation as good corporate citizens will only enhance Spanish Fort."Cypress Equities was formed as a retail development and acquisition affiliate of Staubach Retail in 1995. Both Cypress Equities and Staubach Retail are headquartered in Dallas, Texas. With offices in Atlanta, San Francisco and New York City, Cypress Equities is an independent company with a dedicated staff that focuses on retail development, portfolio acquisitions, build-to-suits, sub-investment grade sale-leasebacks and other development services for retail and automotive property.A part of The Staubach Company, Staubach Retail provides a full range of services including consulting, brokerage, development, capital solutions, and full real estate outsourcing to both owners and users of retail real estate.In addition, Staubach Retailhasspecialty focus in the areasofautomotive, service and convenience,restaurant and entertainment, anchor and junior anchor, food and drug,and fashion and lifestyle retailers. With the largest staff of retail real estate professionals in the country, Staubach Retail combines national coverage with local expertise to give clients a competitive edge in the retail arena.The Staubach Company is a global, full-service real estate advisory firm that delivers cost-effective solutions for the users of office, industrial and retail space. Founded in 1977, the company helped pioneer the concept of exclusive office tenant representation to minimize conflicts of interest and has since expanded services to meet clients' ever-changing requirements. Areas of expertise include site selection, acquisition and disposition, financing, design and construction consulting, and other outsourced services. With 50 offices in the Americas, The Staubach Company has access to 7,600 professionals worldwide in over 40 countries through DTZ Staubach Tie Leung. For more information, visit www.staubach.com.

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