The ongoing pandemic and other current events have brought a slightly guarded air to the small business community in Beverly Hills. Still, the spirit and resolve of those business owners perseveres. The Courier reached out to many long-standing and newly opened establishments about how they are staying afloat and even grateful during these challenging times.
One development keeping foot traffic alive is the parklet concept. Currently, there are 18 parklets built in the City with several more to be installed in the next few weeks. According to Laura Biery, Marketing & Economic Sustainability Manager for the City of Beverly Hills, “The program has been very well received by the business community and is a part of our OpenBH initiative, which has assisted over 91 businesses with moving services outside during this time on the sidewalk, in parking lots, or in a parklet.”
