and asked why. Long roundabout finding valid contact information(wanted something in writing, so didn't call the mall office; finally did get hold of the mall manager, and this was the response:
"Hopefully I can adequately explain Simon Property Group's position by stating:
Possession of any weapon at our malls, whether concealed or displayed openly, is in violation of mall policy. This policy is intended first and foremost to maintain a safe, secure and comfortable environment at our malls, which has always been our top priority, and to avoid any situation that could potentially place at risk the safety of our shoppers and employees.
With rare exception, our malls are private property, and like virtually every other facility in the community that is accessible by the public, ownership/management has the right to prohibit the possession of weapons, both displayed or concealed, other than licensed weapons carried by law enforcement personnel.
We recognize that everyone does not endorse such a policy. However, it is the one our company embraces and enforces at each of our properties and which we believe is in the best interest of those who work and visit there.
Thanks for your inquiry."
Working on a polite response, which will include asking "As this means I would have to be disarmed in your parking garage and lots, does the mall take responsibility if I'm attacked/robbed on that part of the property?"
And noting that I really don't want to shop in a place that considers me untrustworthy, and a threat to the other patrons.
"Hopefully I can adequately explain Simon Property Group's position by stating:
Possession of any weapon at our malls, whether concealed or displayed openly, is in violation of mall policy. This policy is intended first and foremost to maintain a safe, secure and comfortable environment at our malls, which has always been our top priority, and to avoid any situation that could potentially place at risk the safety of our shoppers and employees.
With rare exception, our malls are private property, and like virtually every other facility in the community that is accessible by the public, ownership/management has the right to prohibit the possession of weapons, both displayed or concealed, other than licensed weapons carried by law enforcement personnel.
We recognize that everyone does not endorse such a policy. However, it is the one our company embraces and enforces at each of our properties and which we believe is in the best interest of those who work and visit there.
Thanks for your inquiry."
Working on a polite response, which will include asking "As this means I would have to be disarmed in your parking garage and lots, does the mall take responsibility if I'm attacked/robbed on that part of the property?"
And noting that I really don't want to shop in a place that considers me untrustworthy, and a threat to the other patrons.
