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Op-Ed: ‘Open Streets’ Isn’t Working for All of the People
The program is flawed and structurally racist in its implementation.
July 7, 2020
Op-Ed: The Dangers of Privatizing Public Space
As the city opens streets for restaurants, we must ensure that businesses' interests do not crowd out public needs.
July 5, 2020
Mayor Creates 22 ‘Piazzas’ For Outdoor Dining (Like Europe Has Been Doing for Decades)
Mayor de Blasio announced that restaurants will be allowed to operate in the roadway of 22 streets starting this weekend.
July 2, 2020
Thursday’s Headlines: What’s on the Menu, Mayor?
One of the big stories yesterday was the mayor's probably wise decision to suspend the return of indoor dining on July 6. Plus all the other news from yesterday.
July 2, 2020
As Indoor Dining is Delayed, Will Mayor’s ‘Open Restaurants’ Plan Rise to the Occasion?
"Stay tuned," was all a City Hall spokesman would say when pressed by Streetsblog.
July 1, 2020
Rhinelander Avenue: Anatomy of an ‘Open Street’ Debacle
It's a victory for drivers in a community with far too little open space.
July 1, 2020
Tuesday’s Headlines: Now We’ve Seen It All Edition
Oh, we've got long memories over here at Streetsblog. Just ask Peter Madonia up on Arthur Avenue!
June 30, 2020
Restaurants Will Soon Get More Street Space — And Maybe New York City Will Get a Permanent Improvement
New York City is about to ban cars from more streets to allow restaurants serve customers, a game-changing streetscape improvement that could have lasting implications.
June 26, 2020
BREAKING: City Doubles Temporary Protected Bike Lanes in Response to COVID
The mayor adds nine miles in Manhattan and Queens as part of the "Open Streets" program.
June 24, 2020
Improv at the Curbside: Outdoor Dining Program Kicks Off With Varied Security Barriers
Umbrellas, construction barriers, picket fencing — you name it, restaurant owners will try it in their bid to keep cars away from diners. Car-parkers beware!
June 23, 2020
