The District of Columbia is in its first phase of reopening and creeping towards criteria that would constitute Phase Two; and with the summer sun in full effect, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is now offering Washingtonians a way to be out and about, while also social distancing.
On June 9, Bowser along with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the first seven locations for the new “Slow Streets” initiative, which will allow for fun without fear of COVID.
“Like the ‘streateries’ [street eateries] and other expanded dining areas that are now on roads, alleys and sidewalks throughout the city, the Slow Streets initiative is one way we can reimagine public space to make it easier to enjoy the outdoors and stop the spread of COVID-19,” said Mayor Bowser.
According to a press release, the locations for the first Seven Slow Streets include:
In addition to the current seven, over the next 12 weeks, DDOT will install more Slow Streets throughout the city.
“Mayor Bowser’s D.C. Slow Streets initiative makes our streets safer, and as the weather continues to improve, this gives residents needed additional space to exercise in support of overall physical and mental health during the pandemic,” said DDOT Director Jeff Marootian.
