The city of Brevard, in partnership with the Heart of Brevard, is moving forward with a plan that will create more temporary outdoor seating for restaurants in downtown Brevard, according to a press release.

On May 18, the City Council approved a resolution for the plan after City Manager Jim Fatland presented the

recommendation, stating that restaurants, bars and specialty shops that create jobs and lend unique character to Brevard are at severe economic risk, the release said.

"The loss of our Main Street businesses would be irreparable, and not just for the people whose livelihoods...