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What Should Go in Vallco Shopping Mall?

What would you like to see in the vacant spaces at Vallco Shopping Mall?

Vallco Shopping Mall has been in a decline since the 90’s. Ownership has changed several times, as well as the name, renovations have been made, yet the occupancy rate is still very low. We’d like to get your suggestions on the types of businesses you would like to see there to help Vallco get its mojo back.

Much of Vallco’s decline could probably be attributed to its struggle to compete with the higher end malls nearby like Valley Fair, Santana Row, and Stanford Shopping Center. However, Vallco still has some things going for it: the movie theatre, the bowling alley, the ice skating rink, several popular restaurants, the new Bay Club, and some unique shops you won’t find at the malls mentioned above.

Maybe there are shops at one of the other malls that you would like to see at Vallco since its closer to where you live or work, or because it’s not as crowded as the other malls. Or maybe it should change direction completely. It could convert to an outlet mall, international shopping center (think Japantown + Chinatown + IndiaTown, etc...), or even to offices, medical offices, classrooms, etc. Those are just some ideas to get you thinking.

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Please submit your suggestions on Spotmojo using this link: http://www.spotmojo.com/openspot/vallco/

Cupertino Patch has partnered with Spotmojo to collect your suggestions.  The suggestions submitted on Spotmojo will go to the potential businesses and the leasing office. You can make your suggestions in the comments section below, but please note, your suggestions posted on Spotmojo will go directly to the leasing office and potential businesses.

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Spotmojo is a website where you can suggest the businesses you want where you live, work, or play. The suggestions are provided to new businesses and commercial real estate brokers to help new businesses find their ideal location. This gives you a voice in the businesses that open in your neighborhood and it helps local businesses succeed.

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