Westfield to pull out of downtown San Francisco after declines in sales, foot traffic and occupancy.
Mayor London Breed released the following statement about Westfield on Monday:
"This has been something that has been coming for some time. We’ve had numerous conversations with Westfield about the future of this site, and it’s been clear that they did not have a long-term commitment to San Francisco as they look to withdraw entirely from the United States market. With new management, we will have an opportunity to pursue a new vision for this space that focuses on what the future of Downtown San Francisco can be.
For now, the stores at the mall remain open under the new management. The public safety resources we’ve dedicated to the area, including ambassadors and police officers, remain in place. The stores are still a part of our Downtown experience and we will continue to support this area to make it clean, safe, and inviting for everyone."
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