Steps Initiatives - Access to Physical Activity
To build and support environments that make it easier for the people of Clark County to be physically active and to advocate for policies improvements to the built environment in these communities.
Title: |
Walkable Communities: Can We Get There From Here? |
Audience: |
Clark County community leaders, policy makers and citizens. |
What: |
Nationally known walkability expert Mark Fenton presented the keynote introducing the concept of walkable communities to the audience. He discussed the health benefits associated with walkable communities, trends and policies that make communities less walkable, and strategies for improving walkability. A panel of local experts offered comments and took questions from the audience. Panelists represented schools, low income citizens, economic development, and county planning. |
Result: |
The forum expanded the Steps network of individuals and organizations interested in walkability. It also increased visibility for Community Choices and influenced the content of the Walking: All Reasons All Seasons campaign scheduled to launch three months after the forum. |
