Council discusses reported Target closure; asks staff to contact corporate and pursue replacement tenants

Council members raised a report during the Nov. 3 meeting that the local Target store is listed among a small number of nationwide closures. Members asked city planning staff to contact Target corporate and to pursue other retailers or developers as possible replacements should the store close.

Why it matters: the Target store was described in the meeting as a major employer and a significant retail anchor; councilors warned that its loss would have economic impacts and asked staff to prioritize recruitment and outreach.

Several councilors described seeing news reports and employee comments indicating the chain planned a limited set of closures. Councilors asked city planning staff to contact corporate decision-makers; staff said they are trying to reach corporate contacts and are reviewing potential alternative businesses and proposals to keep economic activity in the area. Councilors also suggested outreach to other large retailers as potential replacements.

No formal motion was made on this item; councilors directed staff to pursue outreach and report back if there is confirmation of a closure.