UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

SCHEDULE 14A

 

Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.     )

 

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THE MACERICH COMPANY

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M41872-P21778 You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company. This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www. proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side). We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting. THE MACERICH COMPANY *** Exercise Your Right to Vote *** Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Stockholder Meeting to Be Held on May 30, 2012. THE MACERICH COMPANY 401 WILSHIRE BLVD. SUITE 700 SANTA MONICA, CA 90401 Meeting Information Meeting Type: Annual Meeting For holders as of: March 23, 2012 Date: May 30, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. local time Location: The Fairmont Miramar Hotel 101 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

 

M41873-P21778 How To Vote Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods Vote In Person: Many stockholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for meeting attendance. At the meeting, you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares. Authorize Your Proxy By Internet: To authorize your proxy now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) available and follow the instructions. Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card. Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before May 16, 2012 to facilitate timely delivery. How to View Online: Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com. How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy: If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request: 1) BY INTERNET: www.proxyvote.com 2) BY TELEPHONE: 1-800-579-1639 3) BY E-MAIL*: sendmaterial@proxyvote.com * If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) in the subject line. Before You Vote How to Access the Proxy Materials NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT ANNUAL REPORT Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE: . XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX

 

Voting Items 1a. Douglas D. Abbey 1. Election of Directors Nominees: The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposals: 1b. Dana K. Anderson 1c. Arthur M. Coppola 1d. Edward C. Coppola 1e. Fred S. Hubbell 1f. Diana M. Laing 1g. Stanley A. Moore 1h. Mason G. Ross 1i. Dr. William P. Sexton 2. Ratification of the appointment of KPMG LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2012. 3. Advisory vote to approve named executive officer compensation. NOTE: Such other business will be transacted at the meeting as may properly come before the meeting or any postponement(s) or adjournment(s) thereof. M41874-P21778

 

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