Did you know, by choosing to walk instead of drive you cut your greenhouse gas emissions by 75%? Walking is a low cost, healthy, and sustainable commute option.
If you live within a few miles from your destination, consider taking a brisk walk instead of jumping in the car. Or combine walking with a bus ride. You’ll feel good about helping yourself and the environment.
Do you take the most direct route along busy roads? Or do you choose an indirect route on quieter streets with less traffic? It all depends on where you’re going and how much time you have. Select the route that makes the most sense for your travel plans.
When planning your walk, remember that on average, a person walks a 1/4 of a mile in about 5 minutes. So, a one-mile walk should take you about 20 minutes.
Cities want you to be interested in traffic safety concerns for your community. The City of Vancouver offers a Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program where you can submit your concerns via an online form. You can use this interactive map to determine if your street is within Vancouver City limits.
Want to see a program like this in your community? Connect with your local jurisdiction public works department!
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