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What Restaurant Owners Should Budget for Outdoor Dining in 2026
Your outdoor dining budget should no longer be seen as a "nice to have" - but instead as a core revenue driver. For many restaurants, patio seating is among the highest-margin square footage they operate. As operators plan for the year ahead, one question becomes central: What should we include in our outdoor dining budget for 2026? Smart planning means separating short-term expenses from long-term investments. Not every patio purchase delivers equal value. The key is knowing

Jim Erhart
5 days ago3 min read


Streetscape Management for Seasonal Transitions
For public works teams, seasonal change isn't just about the weather — it's about logistics. As winter winds down and spring approaches, municipalities face the same annual challenge: how to efficiently transition downtown streets, sidewalks, and public spaces from winter conditions to active-use season. Effective streetscape management during this transition period can significantly reduce labor hours, minimize equipment damage, and help cities deploy public space programs

Jim Erhart
Feb 23 min read


Why UV Protection Umbrellas Are Essential for Safer Outdoor Living
Discover the benefits of UV protection umbrellas. Learn how outdoor UV blocking umbrellas with UPF 50+ fabric provide shade, comfort, and sun safety.

Jim Erhart
Sep 23, 20252 min read
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