Til Death, an outdoor coffee shop launched during the pandemic for social distancing, faces declining revenue due to obstructive construction tarps from the M-line that block its visibility. Owner Emily Burns reported a drop of approximately $1,800 on average from the previous year since November 2024. In frustration, she sought support from the MTA, which only offered a simple sign to indicate that the shop was still open. The repair work is part of a larger project aimed at enhancing safety, yet it leaves local businesses, such as Burns', vulnerable during this transitional period.
Burns and Brosi opened Til Death during the pandemic to provide a safe space for community members, but now face a drop in business due to construction tarps.
Burns documented revenue drops and approached the MTA for assistance, but all they offered was a sign to indicate their business was open amidst ongoing construction.
The ongoing M-line rehabilitation includes necessary repairs but has resulted in significant disruptions for local small business owners like Burns, who rely on foot traffic.
As construction tarps block visibility for Til Death, community members are left wondering how long the process will truly take and how they'll be supported.
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