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Arlington is bringing back its parklet program to support local businesses this summer. (Shutterstock)
ARLINGTON, MA — Arlington is installing parklets in its commercial districts during the final week of April. Parklets are parking spaces and small roadways that have been converted into safe areas to eat outdoors, walk and travel by bicycle.
The town is continuing its parklet program this summer to provide public space for customers to access commercial centers during the pandemic. Last year, parklets played an integral role in Arlington's ongoing pandemic response and served as a critical support for local restaurants and businesses.
Outdoor seating parklets will be installed in Broadway Plaza and on Medford Street in Arlington Center. Park Terrace will be closed to vehicle traffic and has been temporarily converted into an outdoor seating area and pedestrian plaza. While Park Terrace is closed, the Russell Common Municipal Lot will continue to be accessible via Mystic Street and Chestnut Street.