Amazon plans to close its fulfillment center in Chicago’s Goose Island neighborhood, according to a company spokesman.
The facility located at 1111 N. Cherry Ave. is Amazon’s first warehouse in Chicago, having opened nearly a decade ago.
An Amazon spokesperson, writing in a statement, explained that the online retailer decided not to renew its lease on the site.
“We’re always evaluating our network to make sure it fits our business needs and to improve the experience for our employees, customers and partners,” said Sam Stephenson, an Amazon spokesperson. As part of that effort, we have decided not to renew the lease at this facility in Chicago, Illinois. We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our team, and we support affected employees to find new opportunities within Amazon, including at nearby locations.