Washington Prime Group Inc. announced redevelopment efforts at The Mall at Johnson City, located in Johnson City, Tennessee. The Company proactively executed an agreement in 2019 to gain control of the Sears site for planned redevelopment. Planning for this redevelopment effort, which includes a series of initiatives to enhance the guest experience at The Mall at Johnson City, has been thoughtfully completed with input from the City of Johnson City and existing tenants. Planned redevelopment initiatives include the following: HomeGoods, with its first location in the Tri-Cities, will anchor the replacement of the former Sears location (demolition is expected to commence in the first half of 2020); Demolition of Sears Auto Center to make way for new food and beverage offerings along N. Roan Street (demolition is expected to start in the first half of 2020); and Renovation of The Mall at Johnson City interior common areas and exterior entrances. These aforementioned efforts are expected to be complete by fall 2021 and opened in connection with a community event celebrating The Mall at Johnson City’s 50th Anniversary. In addition to the redevelopment efforts, there will be significant tenant openings at The Mall at Johnson City in 2020, with Rose & Remington, Curve & Cloth, and Palmetto Moon slated to make their debut in the Tri-Cities. These coveted additions to the tenant line up further demonstrate a focus on adding relevant and in-demand concepts to The Mall at Johnson City. The Mall at Johnson City will undergo a planned renovation of the interior common areas and exterior entrances, which will see aesthetic upgrades including new seating, lighting, flooring and finishes. The new look-and-feel will encourage guests to hang out and extend their visit.