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University Place businesses say community support and events make Town Center the neighborhood hub

Community Comments (University Place) · January 26, 2026
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Summary

Local residents and business owners at University Place described the Town Center as a one-stop destination that supports small businesses, draws shoppers with a mix of anchors and independent stores, and hosts community events including a tree lighting, Duck Days and Oktoberfest.

Residents and small-business owners at University Place described the shopping plaza as a neighborhood hub that brings together services, events and customers.

"The community of University Place and the businesses in University Place are very supportive of each other," said Resident (Speaker 1). Another business owner, identified in the transcript as Resident (Speaker 2), said, "we've been here 7 almost 8 years... we feel very proud that we're able to cater to our neighborhood here."

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