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iVA� <br />Walk Audit Tool Kit <br />Aself-service guide for assessing a community's walkability <br />Pedestrian and Cyclist Crosswalks <br />wash) ngton, D.C. <br />Road Diet, Bulb -Outs, Curb Ramps and more Dedicated Bike Lane <br />Cape May, New Jersey Plttsbugh, Penn Wivanla <br />In too many communities, people can't safely walk to where they need or want to go <br />due to a lack sidewa Iks, crosswalks or other safety features that make streets safe for <br />pedestrians and drivers. <br />A walk audit is a simple activity in which an individual or a team observes and <br />evaluates the walkability of a location to document how and if pedestrians can safely <br />travel along a street, navigate an intersection and get from point Ato B, C and soon. <br />Who can conduct a walk audit? Anyone! <br />The AARP WalkAudit Tool Kit can be used by local leaders, advocates, community <br />organizations and residents to ... <br />• enable people to get around without having to drive <br />• help reduce traffic congestion and pollution <br />• inspire the development of pedestrian -friendly streets <br />• increase exercise opportunities for people of all ages <br />• gather input about community infrastructure needs <br />• educate residents about street design elements that support safety <br />• encourage social interactions among neighbors <br />• give a boost to property va lues <br />• empower community leaders and residents to be the agents of needed change <br />The AARP WalkAudit Tool Kit is free and available for download or order. <br />Visit AARP. org/WalkAudit. <br />D20381 <br />Page 71 of 89 <br />