The new policy will require guests under 18 years old to be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 21 years old on Fridays and Saturdays.
ORANGE PARK, Fla. — The Orange Park Mall announced Wednesday a new “Youth Supervision Policy” set to begin Friday, Oct. 17.
The new policy will require guests under 18 years old to be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 21 years old on Fridays and Saturdays, with each guardian accompanying no more than four minors.
The new policy comes after residents raised concerns in July about a “pop up party” that included hundreds of teens at the mall.
The mall said in a release that the new policy drew support from “county leaders, tenants, and community representatives.”
On Aug. 20, Boca Raton-based investment firm Second Horizon Capital announced that it had bought the 950,000-square-foot mall. The company said at the time that it planned to invest in enhancements to the mall’s common areas, community engagement resources, safety operations and infrastructure to position it for long-term success.
“This policy reflects priorities identified in collaboration with the Clay County community,” Orange Park Mall General Manager Randy Bowman said in the release. “We are committed to providing an environment where families, neighbors, and visitors feel welcome. These enhancements, along with our local partnerships, help ensure that Orange Park Mall continues its long-standing role as a family-friendly center for the community.”
“Orange Park Mall has been an important part of Clay County for over 50 years, and we are proud to partner with them to ensure the center reflects the values of our community,” Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook added. “Together, we are excited to work alongside the Orange Park Mall team to build a stronger community for families, residents, and businesses.”