Road/Show: The coronavirus means there’s a need for more socially distanced rec space, and closing down roads near parks is expected to help. “Social distancing in a major city, in the age of the coronavirus, is nearly impossible, and as more New York residents try to get outside and practice social distancing, there simply isn’t enough space.  Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Monday the city will close 40 miles’ worth of streets near parks to give residents a lot more room to get out of their homes. Bloomberg first reported the news. The eventual goal is to open 100 miles of public roads for residents to bike, walk, jog and more while spreading groups of people out. It’s not clear which roads will be affected yet, but Mayor De Blasio said the street closures will be “mostly” near parks…”