Walk to School Papers
2009 Benchmarking
Understanding the characteristics, needs and abilities of walkers | Jim Walker, Walk21
Summary: The project aims to implement a common practical international measuring tool for the collection, analysis and dissemination of quantitative and qualitative information to help define and benchmark walkability; compare results; and monitor the impact and effectiveness of further investment. ... More
A Business Case for Active Transport A Tool for Measuring Outcomes against the Triple Bottom Line. Social Environmental and Economic outcomes
Rita Butera, VicHealth; Julie Webb,
Summary: Abstract VicHealth and ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability Australia/New Zealand (ICLEI-A/NZ) have worked in partnership to develop a tool for measuring the benefits of active transport initiatives against triple bottom line indicators (social, environmental and economic indicators). The focus of the active transport measurement tool is on the Walking School Bus. The aim of this project was to demonstrate to local governments in Victoria, Australia, the multiple health, environmental and economic benefits of supporting and promoting active transport practices, specifically through increased pedestrian and bicycle friendly initiatives. Specifically, VicHealth funded ICLEI-A/NZ in 2003/04 and 2004/05 to develop the Walking School Bus Quantification Tool. ... More
A Complete Street by any other Name is just as Sweet
April Bertelsen, City of Portland Bureau of Transportation
Summary: The Portland Oregon Story. ... More
A Continuous Pedestrian Network
Mayer Hillman
Summary: There is considerable evidence indicating that the wider public interest is better served when journeys are made on foot rather than by motorised means. For this reason, there is a strong case for re-ordering existing transport priorities in favour of pedestrians. ... More
A STEP in the right direction
Motivating Secondary School students to take action and get active | Jacky Kennedy, Programme Manager Green Communities
Summary: Green Communities | Active & Safe Routes to School promotes safety, healthy physical activity, and environmentally sustainable transportation to and from school (www.saferoutestoschool.ca). ASRTS is hosted by Green Communities Canada, a national network of non-profit organizations that deliver innovative, practical environmental solutions to Canadian households and communities. See: www.greencommunitiescanada.org. ... More
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