Laura Rodriguez, the general manager at Local Union 271 restaurant, said the street closure implemented during the pandemic allows the restaurant to serve 30% more customers. "It helps us not only to be able to see the capacity grow, but to allow us to employ more people," Rodriguez said. Just around the corner at The Patio, owner Megan Kawkab said she invested $65,000 in an outdoor dining area, but she says her business has taken a hit ever since University Avenue closed to cars because customers head there instead. "I just think that it's time to get back to normal," Kawkab said. "By keepin...