94 "Portland's only REI store to close early next year, citing rise in break-ins, thefts" -- their lease is up at the end of February next year, which is when the location will close (www.kgw.com) posted 1 year ago by ArmyLady 1 year ago by ArmyLady +94 / -0 Portland's only REI store to close early next year, citing rise in break-ins, thefts In a letter to members, REI cited safety concerns and an increase in crime as reasons for the closure. REI also said it had "outgrown" the Pearl District store. 15 comments share 15 comments share save hide report block hide replies
Portland, SF, Seattle, LA, Philly and Chicago will be hollowed out by businesses leaving as leases expire over the next 5 years.
Unfortunately that will just push more progressives to move to Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, etc etc