LAKEPORT, Calif. — The city of Lakeport reported that it has received a large amount of response from community members on a survey about outdoor dining and design options.
Outdoor dining areas, or “parklets,” were introduced in the downtown area particularly in response to COVID-19.
The city is now working on planning rules for the areas. The Lakeport City Council asked the Planning Commission to take the lead on that work.
As part of that process, the city requested input from the community on outdoor dining options.
An overwhelming 638 individuals weighed in with 70.5% being in favor of sidewalk and on-street dining; 20.7% in favor of sidewalk, but not street dining; and 8.8% being opposed.
The survey additionally asked for opinions on some designs, as well as providing opportunity for comments.
To review the complete survey analytics, click here.
Community Development Director Jenni Byers said the insight of community members is invaluable, and called the participation for the survey “incredible.”
The Lakeport Planning Commission will be reviewing and providing direction to staff on Wednesday, July 13, at 5:30 p.m. in person at City Hall, 225 Park Street, Lakeport.
The meeting can be accessed remotely from Zoom. The meeting ID is 986 6166 5155.