Leasing volume countywide declined 30% from the third quarter of 2008 to the same period a year later, leading to higher vacancies and dropping rents.

?	Q3 2009	Q3 2008	Change
Vacancy	7.9%	6.1%	30%
Asking Rent	$23.96	$24.78	-3%
Effective Rent	$20.77	$21.99	-6%
Source: Marcus & Millichap Retail Research Market Update