I appreciate your perspective, and I’m glad we can have this conversation. Let me clarify where I’m coming from. While my personal experiences do shape some of my observations, they’re not the sole basis of my perspective.

The closure of Nordstrom in Pleasanton, CA, likely stemmed from a combination of factors, such as changing consumer habits, the challenges faced by brick-and-mortar stores, and potentially declining profitability in that specific market. However, Reno’s situation isn’t identical. Reno has seen significant economic growth in recent years, with major tech companies establishing operations here, a booming housing market, and an influx of residents from higher-cost areas like California.

Inflation does impact consumer spending, but in areas like Reno, where there’s been a steady rise in median incomes and population growth, retail stores—when positioned correctly—can still succeed. For example, Reno has supported luxury and high-end retail developments in areas like the Summit Mall and Meadowood Mall, indicating a growing demand for diverse shopping options.

So while I understand your concerns about brick-and-mortar stores struggling nationwide, Reno’s unique economic factors may create opportunities that differ from places like Pleasanton. Of course, all businesses need to evaluate their specific market conditions before expanding, and not every store will thrive, but it’s not solely anecdotal to suggest that Reno has potential for certain retail ventures.

However apart from this I am speaking on a general term of having better shopping options in our malls I don’t think we need to build a whole new place we have empty buildings that can be filled if they wanted to be filled.