Apr 23, 2010

Burlington Coat Factory coming to Jess Ranch

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By: Brooke Edwards, Victorville Daily Press

Burlington Coat Factory coming to Jess Ranch

Clothing store taking over former Mervyns site
April 08, 2010 4:57 PM
Brooke Edwards <http://www.vvdailypress.com/reporter-profile/brooke-edwards-640>  
APPLE VALLEY • Burlington Coat Factory plans to take over the former Mervyns site at Jess Ranch Marketplace, officials announced Thursday, bringing with it the equivalent of 100 full-time jobs.
“The announcement of Burlington Coat Factory coming to Apple Valley is just the shot in the arm we needed,” Mayor Peter Allan said. “It fills up our largest commercial vacancy, further enhances an already thriving commercial center and will provide jobs and tax revenues to our coffers for many years to come.”
The 80,000-square-foot space has sat empty since the Mervyns chain went bankrupt more than a year ago.
“The addition of a Burlington Coat Factory will not only support, but will increase activity at Jess Ranch Marketplace,” said Neil Soskin, who handled lease negotiations for the center on behalf of Weingarten Realty Investors.
The shopping center at the intersection of Bear Valley and Apple Valley roads is anchored by WinCo Foods, Best Buy, Cinemark Theaters, 24 Hour Fitness and Bed Bath & Beyond — and, soon, Burlington Coat Factory.

    Burlington is a national department store chain known for offering namebrand coats, apparel, shoes and accessories for all ages at up to 60 percent off department store prices.

    The company plans to open its Apple Valley store in September, according to town spokeswoman Kathie Martin.     “No longer will our citizens have to travel to Ontario to patronize a Burlington store,” said Ken Henderson, assistant town manager for economic development. “We believe this announcement is a harbinger of good things to come.”