Michael T. Mondak speaks about the Hermitage 2030 plan

With the pending closure of JCPenney in the Shenango Valley Mall, it allows the city of Hermitage to implement its Hermitage 2030 plans to redevelop the area where the mall currently sits.

If I had a say in what stores should be included in this new redevelopment plan, they would be, in no particular order:

Retail stores:

  • Ames
  • Party City
  • Shop 'n Save
  • Marshalls
  • Best Buy
Among eating establishments:

  • Red Robin
  • Tim Horton's
  • Coldstone Creamery
The existing Wendy's would remain as part of the redevelopment plan.

Until next time, please remember to help in the fight against childhood cancers by contributing to the Four Diamonds Fund.  And please take care of yourself and each other. 

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