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Year-Round Outdoor Dining Returns | New York City News
City council votes to bring back year-round outdoor dining, ditching costly winter shutdowns that killed participation. With seasonal spots dropping from 11,000 to under 2,000, restaurateurs say the expense was crippling — now licenses cost the same but stay up year-round. Council member Lincoln Restler calls it a lifeline for local businesses, while former restaurateur Julie Menin echoes the economic boost. The Mayor’s already on board, and DOT is ready to support safety and accessibility. A November ballot initiative aims to speed up approvals, and restaurants must close by 11 PM. One…
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