Negotiations are underway for 4,000 of the remaining 12,000 square feet, he says. The controversial gas station being built by Albertson s is expected to open in the next few weeks. Neighbors concerned about lights, vapors and added traffic delayed the station with objections, but it was approved by city officials anyway. Larson Creek s tenants so far represent a broad variety. Oregon Mountain Coffee Co. Blockbuster Video, Holly s Hallmark Shop, Weldon s Cleaning Center, Great Clips, Pak-Mail and Sun Oasis tanning salon.
Business owners say the center is a good location that s getting better.
Each new business makes people more aware of the center and allows them to discover the other businesses there, he says. Vinny DiCostanzo, who owns Vinny s Italian Kitchen with his wife Gina, says he expected the restaurant to be popular. But customer traffic has exceeded expectations.