Physical Activity Objective 3
Active Community EnviroNments
Featured Programs & Activities
Ellensburg Adds Bicycle Friendly Amenities and Street Markings
During a celebration of National Bike-to-Work Day in May, the city of Ellensburg launched a sharrow markings pilot project that was recommended in the city's recently adopted non-motorized transportation plan. New artist-designed bike racks were also unveiled. more...
Previously Featured
Priority Recommendation A
Use urban planning approaches - zoning and land use – that promote physical activity
- Spokane and Marysville Awarded YMCA Pioneering Healthy Communities Grants
Audience: Community members
Scope: Marysville, Spokane
Featured:Autumn 2007 - WSU Spokane Students Partner with Hillyard Community to Create an Active Environment
Audience:Residents
Scope: Spokane's Hillyard neighborhood
Featured:Spring 2007
Priority Recommendation B
Change transportation policy and funding to promote walking and bicycling
- Complete Streets Ordinance Adopted in Redmond
Audience:People who live and work in the city
Scope: Redmond
Featured:Winter 2008
- Senate Bill 5186
Audience:City and community planners and policymakers
Scope: Washington State
Featured:Fall 2005
Priority Recommendation C
Enhance the safety and perceived safety of communities to improve walkability and bikeability
- Health Impact Assessment of the Built Environment
Audience:Developers, planners, public health, community residents, advocacy organizations
Scope: King County
Featured:Spring 2007 - Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board
Audience:Residents, commuters, visitors, policymakers, advocacy organizations
Scope: Seattle
Featured:Autumn 2006 - Port Townsend Citizens Advocate for Safe Non-Motorized Transportation
Audience:Community residents, visitors
Scope: Port Townsend
Featured:Spring 2006
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