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City Council Debates Whether Houston Really Needs More Strip Malls – Decision Delayed Indefinitely

By Mallory McMall


In what has become a shocking debate, Houston’s City Council has once again postponed the decision on whether the city truly needs more strip malls. “At this point, it feels like we’ve got one on every corner, but does that mean we need more?” said Councilmember Ralph Mallington.


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The heated discussion sparked when a proposal to build a new strip mall was met with mixed reactions. “We’ve got the basics: pizza, nail salons, and one weird pet store,” said one concerned resident. “But do we really need another smoothie shop next to a vape store?”


Others argue that Houston’s identity is incomplete without an endless sea of parking lots and neon signs. “We’re famous for our strip malls,” said local entrepreneur Sandy McGrit. “It’s our heritage.”


Despite passionate arguments, the decision was delayed. “We’ll circle back after we check if there’s enough demand for a third Starbucks,” said Council Chair Becky Grindstone.


Until then, Houston’s strip mall future remains as uncertain as the parking spots in front of them.

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