After new lawsuit, mayor says he’s ‘a big supporter’ of outdoor dining but ‘modifications’ are neededA restaurant shed on First Avenue in the East Village, apparently being used for storage. That's one thing about Open Restaurants that Mayor Adams says should not be allowed — though he supports the overall program. (Photo by The Village Sun) After new lawsuit, mayor says he’s ‘a big supporter’ of outdoor dining but ‘modifications’ are needed August 1, 2022 BY LINCOLN ANDERSON | After the city and state were slapped with a lawsuit to immediately halt “lawless” outdoor dining, Mayor Adams stood firmly behind…