Using Google Street View to Audit the Built Environment
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
Google Street View imagery is used to assess characteristics of the built environment in this study.
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Spatial Disparities in the Distribution of Parks and Green Spaces in the USA
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
This study assessed whether the spatial accessibility of parks and green spaces are correlated to race/ethnicity or poverty among census tracts in the conterminous U.S.
Aesthetic Amenities and Safety Hazards Associated with Walking and Bicycling for Transportation in New York City
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
Neighborhood street amenities such as sidewalk cafés, as well as fewer safety hazards may be associated with walking or active transportation.
Evaluation of Active Living by Design
November 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Active Living by Design (ALbD) community partnerships that did more preparation did implement more programs, promotions, physical projects, and policy influences. But partnerships working in non-White and poor communities implemented fewer interventions, according to this exploratory analysis to detect configurations of community characteristics.
Exploring the Distribution of Park Availability, Features, and Quality Across Kansas City, Missouri by Income and Race/Ethnicity
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
Park availability, features (facilities and amenities) and quality across different income and race/ethnicity levels is examined in this study.
Perceptions of Neighborhood Park Quality
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
Strengthening the awareness of the benefits of local parks is a useful option to successfully promoting physical activity and health.
Beyond Distance: Children's School Travel Mode Choice
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
Attitudes and perceptions about the environment are discussed in this comprehensive study assessing modifiable elements and environmental features beyond the actual distance to school.
Isanti County Active Living
November 1, 2012 | Journal Article
This project worked with three cities to change policies to require paving of road shoulders, and sidewalks and trails in new developments. The project also enhanced trails, and created biking and walking maps and signs.
Using a Bicycle-Pedestrian Count to Assess Active Living in Downtown Wilkes-Barre
November 1, 2012 | Journal Article
This partnership implemented mixed-use development and created a business-improvement district with a focus on cleanliness and security.
Development and Testing of a Community Stakeholder Park Audit Tool
March 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Community parks are an important resource that can support physical activity. Environmental features vary among parks and may include trails, playgrounds, fields, restrooms, drinking fountains, lighting and shade. Few tools exist for auditing parks ...