City of Peterborough to Remove Temporary Downtown Patio Starting Oct. 29

The City of Peterborough is removing the temporary downtown patios to prepare sidewalks and roads for winter snow-clearing operations starting on Oct. 29.

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Restaurants and other businesses that have temporary patios on sidewalks and in on-street parking next to their businesses will remove their patio furniture by the end of the day on Oct. 28 to clear the way for the removal of the fencing and large planters starting the next day.

The expanded patio spaces were installed in May.

With the expanded patio areas removed, Hunter Street West between George Street North and Aylmer Street will return to a two-lane, two-way street. During the summer, that section of Hunter Street was temporarily made into a one-lane, westbound, one-way street to add more patio and pedestrian space in the café district.

“This was the fifth summer for the central area patio program, enhancing public space in the heart of the City. We thank local restaurants, cafes and businesses who work with the City to create a welcoming experience for visitors in the downtown, bringing the community together throughout the summer season,” said Town Ward Councillor Alex Bierk and Councillor Joy Lachica in a joint statement.

“The downtown patio program has once again created an inviting and animated atmosphere to our urban core, transforming our streets into lively, welcoming spaces for both residents and visitors to enjoy." said Nour Mazloum, Downtown Business Improvement Area executive director. “As the season wraps up, we want to thank our partners at the City of Peterborough for this incredible initiative that not only supports local businesses but also greatly contributes to making downtown Peterborough a vibrant destination in the summer season.”

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