Outdoor dining became very popular in Santa Monica during the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, City Council says it will continue for another year. (Courtesy photo)
Outdoor dining is here for another year.
The Santa Monica City Council last night extended the ability for local restaurants and businesses to make use of parklets, sidewalks and other public spaces through June 2022.
Permit fees will be waived through the end of 2021.
“Santa Monica’s small, local businesses need continued support from all of us, and your City is here to expedite our economic recovery in all the ways we can,” said Mayor Sue Himmelrich.
“Our fast and flexible work during the pandemic brought businesses outdoors for safe operations and spread a new vibrancy to Santa Monica’s streets and sidewalks. These activated public spaces are vital to our recovery.
“Ocean Park Association and Main Street Business Improvement Association want to experiment with expanded pedestrian space on Main Street during a few weekends this summer and this is another example of our community partnership and creativity.”
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