ALBD Case Studies
Active Living case studies provide an in-depth look at the tactics and strategies that increase physical activity through the built environment in communities across the United States. The case studies were created before the 25 ALbD communities were selected and represent the work of communities across the country that are implementing projects that reflect the 5Ps.
How You Can Use the Case Studies
- To gain support for your effort. Case studies can help demonstrate how similar projects have succeeded in increasing physical activity. Each ALbD Case Study features sections on the impact of the initiative, lessons learned from the project, contact information, and additional resources to assist and bolster your program.
- To make communities and policymakers aware of the benefits of increasing physical activity through community design. By presenting the ALbD Case Studies in a clear and colorful format, you can provide decision makers with relevant information and examples of successful active living tactics in communities across the United States.
- To provide you with a resource of proven active living examples. Case studies complement quantitative data by providing details about how a program or initiative achieved success and the steps needed to replicate that process. Communities interested in similar programs can contact the organizations or programs highlighted in case study for more information.
- To show real world examples of the ALbD Community Action Model and the ALbD 5Ps. Each case study showcases one of the tactics that are listed under the ALbD 5P Strategies and is integrated into the Community Action Model.
Preparation
The goal of the assessment was to identify and ultimately carry out the environmental and policy changes necessary to make it easier for people to be more physically active, especially in regards to walking and bicycling.
Promote understanding and identification of factors that affect physical activity and nutrition choices in Mount Vernon using a comprehensive community assessment of beliefs and attitudes as well as existing physical activity and nutrition programs, policies, and resources.
To enhance community efforts to promote and deliver effective initiatives for healthy living.
Active Living By Design Community Profiles 2003-2008
Programs
To provide greater safety for students walking or bicycling to and from Arlington County, Virginia's public schools
To educate more of Atlanta's youth on how to become strong, active, healthy young women.
The goal of "LigPublic Health||Evaluationhten Up Iowa" is to provide a program which increases physical activity levels and improves the nutrition of residents of Decorah, Iowa.- Active Living By Design Community Profiles 2003-2008
Promotion
Recognize exemplary projects that further the creation of more livable, pedestrian- oriented and transit based communities throughout the 14 western states.
Increase walking among residents of Cambridge, Massachusetts, to promote health and the city's art and history.
To make physical activity opportunities accessible to Lexington area "tweens."
The goal of "The Shape We're In" newspaper series and its companion Web site, Shape News, is to provide "tools designed to raise attention and stimulate action around physical activity and obesity, including media outreach strategies, ideas for community events, and links to other organizations working on these issues.
The goal of Wheeling Walks is to motivate sedentary residents ages 50-65 to become more physically active by walking 30 minutes a day. The goals of the media campaign are to raise awareness among the target population about the health benefits of walking and to motivate this age group to be more physically active.- Active Living By Design Community Profiles 2003-2008
Policy
GO Boulder strives to develop a sustainable and balanced transportation system supporting the quality of life valued by Boulder's residents, employees and visitors.
The purpose of the new Cornelius, North Carolina Land Development Code is to facilitate safe and orderly growth through design principles that aim to disperse traffic and to provide an inviting and safe space for cyclists and pedestrians.
The goal of the Pedestrian Impact Statement is to encourage developers to integrate pedestrian improvements into both new and existing projects throughout Montgomery County, Maryland.
Increase Olympia voter support to approve a utility tax increase to fund parks and sidewalks.
To create the opportunity for all citizens of Pitt County, North Carolina to have access to physical activity facilities.- Active Living By Design Community Profiles 2003-2008
Physical Projects
Create a network of bicycle paths that makes bicycling a reliable and consistent form of transportation.
Program Goals: (1) To encourage bicycle commuting, while decreasing the number of bicycles on the train. (2) To create an environment that encourages people to rent bicycles to travel around Palo Alto. (3) To increase bicycle vehicle trips within Palo Alto, California.
Create an attractive public gathering place by using artistic features intended to foster a sense of community.- Active Living By Design Community Profiles 2003-2008
