Chico Mall prepares to reopen Wednesday

The Chico Mall is preparing to reopen its doors to the public on Wednesday.

People in Chico have mixed reactions.

Tomorrowãthe chico mall will reopen for the first time in almost two months&.

That's where we find action news now reporter kristian lopez - kristian how are they making sure people will be safe?

They are highly encouraging face masks, they will have signs up reminding people to keep at a distance and they will constantly be cleaning and sanitizing.

Jason madewell/agrees with mall reopening: i could really use a new pair of sunglasses or some shoes.

Jason madewell says he's excited he'll finally be able to shop at the chico mall.

Jason madewell/agrees with mall reopening: at this time i don't have any concerns or anything... but not everyone is happy about it.

Lenore caputo: i think it's too soon i don't think we aren't ready for that many people aren't practicing social distancing or wearing masks.

Lenore caputo says she's worried about the potential risks.

Lenore caputo: i think it's irresponsible they aren't taking into consideration people's health.

Mall manager natasha shelton says they got the green light from the state and county.

Natasha shelton/senior general manager.

We were able to get a variance from butte county to allow the mall to reopen so we were excited to allow the businesses to survive the pandemic and start being profitable again&.

She says they are taking all the precautions.

Natasha shelton: we are going to have some methods in place to safeguard the safety of the employees and shoppers and tenants and hand sanitizers we are encouraging face coverings, some policies have changed.

Kristian stand up: employees will be monitoring the flow of traffic coming in and out of the stores&.

And not all stores will be open just yet.

Businesses like hair and nail salons will remain closed.

Natasha shelton: each store will have different exchange policies.

Cleansing wipes will be available near food places and we've moved tables 6 feet apart.

But....the community still remains divided... lenore caputo: i don't need anything that badly&.and i'm not much of a window shopper anyway.

Jason madewell: there's always a risk of something it was that way before the pandemic and it'll be that way after.

Life needs to go on.

Jason madewell/agrees with mall reopening: i could really use a new pair of sunglasses or some shoes.

Jason madewell says he's excited he'll finally be able to shop at the chico mall.

Jason madewell/agrees with mall reopening: at this time i don't have any concerns or anything... but not everyone is happy about it.

Lenore caputo: i think it's too soon i don't think we aren't ready for that many people aren't practicing social distancing or wearing masks.

Lenore caputo says she's worried about the potential risks.

Lenore caputo: i think it's irresponsible they aren't taking into consideration people's health.

Mall manager natasha shelton says they got the green light from the state and county.

Natasha shelton/senior general manager.

We were able to get a variance from butte county to allow the mall to reopen so we were excited to allow the businesses to survive the pandemic and start being profitable again&.

She says they are taking all the precautions.

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Life needs to go on.

If you don't want to shop inside - many stores will also start offering curbside pick up.

H&m is expected to open in the fall and home goods will open in spring of 2021.

Live in chico kristian lopez action news now coverage you can count on.

The mall has also recently been re-branded to "chico marketplace."

It will be open monday through saturday from 11 am to 7pm and sundays from 11 to