Description: As local jurisdictions continue to address the challenges of COVID-19, adapting streets and public spaces have been a critical tool to aid public health and economic recovery. Many cities have adopted temporary changes to provide more space for walking, outdoor dining, and other activities safely. This session took a closer look at how cities retrofitted their streets to help public health and economic recovery, as well as a deeper look into the Healthy Business Streets guide, a toolkit for local jurisdictions on implementing temporary adjustments to streets.
Speakers: Devin Reynolds, Economic Development Specialist, Ballard Alliance; Katie Baker, AICP, Planning Manager, City of Puyallup; Meredith Neal, Economic Development Manager, City of Puyallup; Alyse Nelson, AICP, Strategic Advisor, Seattle Department of Transportation; Casey Rogers, Public Space Program Manager, Seattle Department of Transportation