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County staff reports renewed communications with mall owner after TJ Maxx closure
Summary
Economic development staff said they have been in monthly contact with Namdar Group, the mall owner, after TJ Maxx announced a permanent closure; staff reported HVAC/roof repairs underway and efforts to keep tenants and jobs, but said the owner’s strategy favors asset-mining and piecemeal sales.
Economic development staff briefed commissioners on ongoing engagement with the mall owner, Namdar Group, after the recent announcement that TJ Maxx will close permanently. Staff said Namdar has been slow to invest historically but indicated they are now performing HVAC and roof repairs in the portions of the mall affected by tenant complaints.
Staff described a month-to-month communications arrangement with the mall COO and said repairs to three rooftop HVAC units were underway, with two reportedly completed and a third awaiting parts. Staff expressed concern about broader maintenance issues across the property and said the county previously issued a compliance letter in September identifying code deficiencies; staff has continued follow-up.
Commissioners and staff discussed lease dynamics (including a continuing Sears lease and options held by other tenants) and market realities for potential buyers. Economic development said county staff will keep communicating with Namdar to protect tenants and jobs and will continue to encourage repairs and property stabilization.
Why it matters: The mall is an employer and retail hub; closures and deferred maintenance can affect local jobs and downtown foot traffic. Staff urged ongoing engagement with the owner and noted both short-term repairs and longer-term redevelopment remain possible.
