Seattle to close 20 miles of streets to traffic so residents can exercise

ByPeter Aitken| Fox News

    City officials in Seattle Have announced that they will permanently close 20 miles of city streets as part of its Stay Healthy Streets program.

    Seattle's mayor said the city's Stay Healthy Streets program launched on April 17 to "meet livability and sustainability values." The initial program closed 2.5 miles as a measure to create pedestrian-friendly street access during closures due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    Seattle's Stay Healthy Streets pilot program success eventually led to Seattle closing 15 miles of streets for recreational exercise. Now, the city isclosing 20 miles of road permanently, with plans to add an additional three miles as well as bike access.

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