Streets for People
Streets for People
Through the Streets for the People grant program, the District seeks to expand the utilization of sidewalks, alleys, curbside space, parking, and travel lanes to create vibrant public spaces that will support economic recovery, re-envision public space activation, promote equity, leverage the work of local artists, cultural organizations and businesses (particularly those that focus on Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities), celebrate DC’s vibrant culture, and attract more residents, workers and visitors to central Washington.
Click the image below to view our recap of 2022 Streets for People programing!
In 2022, the Office of Planning awarded grants totaling over $2.8 million to:
- Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District
- DowntownDC Business Improvement District
- Dupont Circle Business Improvement District
- Golden Triangle Business Improvement District
- Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District
The public space activations implemented by the organizations listed above helped bring approximately 110,000 people Downtown to 104 activities.
In 2023, over $600,000 in Streets for the People grant funds will be awarded to six BIDs to support events like outdoor movie nights, fitness classes, concerts, and art activations. Stay tuned for event details!
Downtown Public Realm Plan
Downtown has long been the economic heart of the District – a center of bustling activity and vibrant public spaces filled with people at all hours of the daytime. However, the Covid-19 public health...
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