COLUMBIA, S.C. — The City of Columbia has added parking spots dedicated to those picking up take-out orders in the city.
Many restaurants rely on these orders because of restrictions placed on restaurants in light of coronavirus concerns.
Jessica Argoe with the city's Parking Services Department said they are trying to do what they can to help.
“We decided to [partner] with our local business merchant association and economic development and decided to provide parking for restaurants that were having to close limited to carry-out only," Argoe said.
Initially, the meters outside of the restaurants were bagged with a note for to-go orders only. Now, the city has put up brand new signage for these spots.
“What it allows for those local places is a designated center area for not only one but other surrounding restaurants to utilize," Argoe said.
The sign allows you to park for 15 minutes without paying the meter. According to the city, enough time to pick up your order or get curbside assistance from your favorite restaurant.
“We want our community to grow stronger in this time-frame I know its been a hardship on this industry and our hospitality industry as well. Just making sure they know that we have their back, their support.”
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