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by Ed Christopher

The Federal Transit Authority currently has a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) out on the street pertaining to the evaluative framework of its New and Small Starts transit programs. In the NPRM you will see that FTA is seeking comments on the incorporation of Health affects into the selection process. This is important to the Health and Transportation community. The comment period extends to the middle of March. If this sound of interest to you see... http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2012-01-25/pdf/2012-1198.pdf http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2012-01-25/pdf/2012-1195.pdf -- Ed Christopher FHWA Resource Center Planning Team 4749 Lincoln Mall Drive, Suite 600 Matteson, IL 60443 708-283-3534 (V) 708-574-8131 (C)

12 years, 1 month

Re: [H+T--Friends] From AMPO's Newsletter

by Gina Wood

Today is my last day with the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies. Please contact Clori Jones if you should need assistance. She can be reached at 202-789-3525 or cjones(a)jointcenter.org. All the best, Gina >>> h+t--friends 02/17/12 13:47 >>> The Broward Regional Health Planning Council, Urban Health Partnership, Smart Growth Partnership and the Broward MPO were recently awarded a Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant. It will create healthy and safe places in Broward County that are supportive of active lifestyles by establishing Complete Streets community design standards to make streets safe for all users, including those who walk, ride bikes and use public transportation. As a result of this Transforming Our Communitys Health (TOUCH) Initiative, Browards 31 municipalities soon will have the tools necessary to design streets that balance all modes of transportation. See: http://urbanhs.com/initiatives/completestreets/ -- Ed Christopher 708-283-3534 (V) 708-574-8131 (cell) FHWA RC-TST-PLN 4749 Lincoln Mall Drive, Suite 600 Matteson, IL 60443 _______________________________________________ H+T--Friends mailing list H+T--Friends(a)ryoko.chrispy.net http://ryoko.chrispy.net/mailman/listinfo/h+t--friends

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] From AMPO's Newsletter

by Ed Christopher

The Broward Regional Health Planning Council, Urban Health Partnership, Smart Growth Partnership and the Broward MPO were recently awarded a Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant. It will create healthy and safe places in Broward County that are supportive of active lifestyles by “establishing ‘Complete Streets’ community design standards to make streets safe for all users, including those who walk, ride bikes and use public transportation.” As a result of this Transforming Our Community’s Health (TOUCH) Initiative, Broward’s 31 municipalities soon will have the tools necessary to design streets that balance all modes of transportation. See: http://urbanhs.com/initiatives/completestreets/ -- Ed Christopher 708-283-3534 (V) 708-574-8131 (cell) FHWA RC-TST-PLN 4749 Lincoln Mall Drive, Suite 600 Matteson, IL 60443

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] TRB 2012 Annual Meeting: Subcommittee Meeting Minutes and Materials now posted on our website (www.trbhealth.org)

by Megan Wier

Hello Friends of the TRB Health and Transportation Subcommittee - Thanks so much to everyone who was able to participate in the recent meeting of the TRB Subcommittee on Health and Transportation (ADD 50-01) at the TRB 2012 Annual Meeting. Minutes from the meeting and associated presentations and handouts are now posted on our website at: http://www.trbhealth.org/home/meeting-agendas-and-minutes Please let me know if you have any questions, and we look forward to being in touch as we move forward with the many activities that are planned for this year (please see the minutes for more details!). Sincerely, Megan Wier Subcommittee Secretary ------------------------------------------------------------- Megan L. Wier, MPH, Epidemiologist Program on Health, Equity and Sustainability San Francisco Department of Public Health phone: 415-252-3972, fax: 415-252-3964 Megan.Wier(a)sfdph.org www.sfphes.org

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] Health Impact Assessment position with Health Impact Project

by Carolyn McAndrews

Dear H+T Friends, I am circulating this announcement for a position with Health Impact Project. If you have an interest in the position, or know of someone who might, please contact Andrew Zalman. This is his contact information: Andrew P. Zalman Senior Executive Recruiter | The Pew Charitable Trusts 901 E Street, N.W., 10th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20004 p: 202.540.6618 | c: 202.549.5170 | e: azalman(a)pewtrusts.org| www.pewtrusts.org **POSITION DESCRIPTION** THE PEW CHARITABLE TRUSTS Officer, Health Impact Project The Pew Health Group The Pew Health Group seeks to improve the health and well-being of all Americans. Based on research and critical analysis, the program advocates policies that reduce unacceptable health risk, especially in the areas of consumer, food and prescription drug safety, toxics in products and antibiotic overuse in farms animal production. The Health Impact Project The Health Impact Project is a collaboration of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and The Pew Charitable Trusts (PCT). The project, which is managed out of the Pew Health Group, is designed to promote the use of health impact assessments (HIAs) as a way to informed decisions on policies, programs and projects outside the health sector at the local, state, tribal and federal level. HIAs are used to identify the likely impacts of these decisions and help policy makers avoid unintended risks, reduce unnecessary costs and leverage opportunities to improve the health of their communities. Position Overview This position, based in Pew’s Washington, D.C. office, will report to the director of the Health Impact Project. The officer will be responsible for conducting and drafting health impact assessments of at least two federal-level decisions, and will conduct or oversee the activities of contractors in the conduct of several additional HIAs of decisions at the tribal, state or municipal level. The officer will be responsible for all aspects of the health impact assessment process, including: conducting the required research; identifying, vetting and assembling an appropriate team of consultants; engaging stakeholders; outreach to policy makers, including state and federal agencies; and other activities as the need arises. The officer will also work with the director and communications officer to synthesize data on the conduct and outcomes of HIA in order to build a compelling case for their use and to present these data to policy makers, private sector stakeholders and other audiences. The position is funded through December, 2013, with the possibility of renewal depending on the initiative’s progress and identification of sources of funding. The officer will also help design and implement research and analysis efforts for the Health Impact Project, coordinate convenings, manage special projects and support other programmatic investments. The officer may also undertake special projects and/or new initiatives. Responsibilities • Under the direction of the director, conduct and draft a health impact assessment of a federal-level policy selected by the Health Impact Project, engage stakeholders and decision-makers at each step of the HIA process, develop and carry out effective dissemination plans for the HIA findings and recommendations. • Conduct research, data analysis, GIS mapping, and statistical modeling as needed to carry out high-quality HIAs. • Oversee all aspects of the report review and production process, in coordination with the communications officer, to ensure timely dissemination of HIA findings to decision-makers and other stakeholders. • Identify, vet, and select appropriate contractors to conduct HIAs or to address specific research questions germane to an HIA and manage all aspects of contractor activity. • Collect and analyze data regarding HIA outcomes in order to build a compelling case for their use in sectors and decisions where HIAs appear likely to add value. Present the results of this research to policy makers in agencies, legislatures and Congressional staff offices, as well as media, potential allies and others in order to build awareness of the field. • Oversee and contribute to other research needs that may arise in the course of the activities of the Health Impact Project. • Assist program staff in developing and processing contracts and sub grants. • Contribute to content for newsletters, mailings and other communications vehicles designed to ensure that internal and external audiences are kept apprised of project updates. • Contribute to and participate in tasks of the project and PHG as assigned, as well as broader Pew-wide projects and/or committees as needed. Requirements • A masters degree in public health or a related field. An advanced degree in medicine or science (an MD or Ph.D.) is preferred. • A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience, including outstanding research, analytical and writing skills; experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and synthesizing reports based on research from several disciplines. Health impact assessment experience is preferred but not required. Experience in another relevant field such as regulatory impact assessment or cost-benefit analysis may suffice. • Strong research and analytic skills in epidemiology, GIS mapping, or statistical modeling. • Excellent written and oral communications skills including: • Experience synthesizing and summarizing large amounts of information, focusing quickly on the essence of an issue, as well as identifying, understanding and proposing solutions that address different policy perspectives. • Experience working with academics, nonprofits and other entities conducting research and policy analysis, helping ensure the results are rigorous, policy relevant and timely and are communicated clearly and persuasively to target audiences. • Strong systems skills including Microsoft office products required; database and online research applications preferred. • Ability to work professionally and collegially within a creative, fast-paced corporate culture that emphasizes excellence and teamwork. • Demonstrated time- and project-management skills, including development and timely completion of work plans for complex, long-term projects; and maintaining a high level of organization. Ability to set priorities and identify resources. • Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Flexible and able to routinely juggle multiple competing priorities and work in teams of both support and senior staff to meet project goals. • Experience engaging stakeholders—including policy makers, community members and policy makers—in scientific and policy contexts. • Operating effectively within diverse political and policy environments and addressing conflicting policy perspectives in a way that maximizes programmatic objectives. Writing clear and cogent materials that effectively translate scientific information and policy issues for policy makers, community members, the media and other audiences. Travel It is anticipated that the individual in this position will travel within the U.S.

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] Healthy Cities: Working Together to Achieve Liveable Cities Conference - Call for Abstracts

by Eloisa Raynault

The 5th Healthy Cities: Working Together to Achieve Liveable Cities Conference will be held at the Mercure Hotel and Conference Centre, Geelong, Victoria, Australia from the 6th to the 8th of June, 2012. The event, is a platform for Government and Industry sector professionals to discuss causes, effects and solutions that relate to population health, sustainability, natural resource management, transport, climate change, urban design and more. Details on how to speak at the conference are available on the website, a book of proceedings is published after each event and peer reviewing of papers will be available. The submission of abstracts will close on Friday the 2nd March at 5.00pm; presenters will be notified on the 12th of March 2012. Visit this website for more details: http://www.healthycities.com.au Eloisa Raynault | American Public Health Association | 800 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 | Transportation, Health and Equity Program Manager | o: 202-777-2487 | http://www.apha.org/transportation Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] Free webinar: Learning about health impact assessments (HIAs)

by Eloisa Raynault

This free webinar will provide a basic overview of how Health Impact Assessments, or HIAs, give decision makers the information they need to advance smarter policies to help build safe, healthy, thriving communities; examine the development of an innovative HIA tool; and explore the legal authority authorizing, supporting or prohibiting HIAs. The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 16 from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. (ET). Registration for this event is free, but required. For more information and to register, visit http://www.networkforphl.org/network_resources/webinar_series/. Presenters include: Aaron Wernham, M.D., director, Health Impact Project; Harmony Gmazel, M.S., land use planner, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Lansing, Michigan; Erin Fuse Brown, J.D., M.P.H., deputy director, the Network's Western Region at Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Eloisa Raynault | American Public Health Association | 800 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 | Transportation, Health and Equity Program Manager | o: 202-777-2487 | http://www.apha.org/transportation Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] sidewalks paper of possible interest

by Phyllis Orrick

This from the Parking rock star, Donald Shoup I recall some interest expressed at TRB in whether alternative funding mechanisms might affect quality and extent of sidewalk networks. Here's one approach. http://www.uctc.net/research/papers/UCTC-FR-2011-23.pdf Broken sidewalks have become an important legal issue since 2002 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that the Americans with Disabilities Act **ADA* *applies to sidewalks. As one way to comply with the ADA, cities can require property owners to repair any broken sidewalk fronting their property before they sell the property. Before any real estate is sold, the city inspects the sidewalk fronting the property. If the sidewalk is in good condition, the city does not require the owner to do anything. If the sidewalk is broken, however, the city requires the owner to repair it before selling the property. Analysis of sales data shows that if Los Angeles had adopted a point-of-sale program in 1995, about half of the city’s 4,600 miles of broken sidewalks would have been repaired by 2007. A walkable city needs walkable sidewalks. Requiring sidewalk repairs when property is sold can help put cities back on their feet. -- Phyllis Orrick Communications Director Safe Transportation Research and Education Center<http://www.safetrec.berkeley.edu>(SafeTREC) University of California Transportation Center <http://www.uctc.net> (UCTC) Institute for Urban and Regional Development <http://www.iurd.berkeley.edu>(IURD) 2614 Dwight Way UC Berkeley Berkeley CA 94720-7374 510-643-1779 @transsafe <https://twitter.com/#!/transsafe> @californiaUTC <https://twitter.com/#!/CaliforniaUTC> @IURDBerkeley <https://twitter.com/#!/IURDBerkeley>

12 years, 2 months

[H+T--Friends] Creeps and Weirdos: the auto industry agenda for keeping you on four wheels

by Sandra Viera

Hi Health and Transportation Colleagues, Many of you may have seen recent advertisements from automotive companies shaming bikers and demonizing public transit (“Creeps and Weirdos” campaign) and coupled with last week’s attempts to strip the transportation bill of dedicated funding for bike and pedestrian programs and projects, it’ a perilous time for active transportation advocates. I invite you to read “Creeps and Weirdos: The Auto Industry Agenda for Keeping You on Four Wheels”, (below) an article in Nation of Change on that very subject. If you have any examples of auto industry targeting active transportation, please send along! Best, Sandra Sandra Viera Prevention Institute sandra(a)preventioninstitute.org<mailto:sandra@preventioninstitute.org> PRINT<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=KlsjesOJZ%2BWK%2FmwLk…> VIEW AS WEB PAGE<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=%2BsbbmQO6VOIy9oVz7RC…> TELL A FRIEND<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=xh6l0a2Z8WjxWLtS0DBL8…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/logo-1.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=BzmqoGXO1r%2F3d8pnc7V…> February 2nd, 2012 Investing in a fair and equitable transportation system <http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=VabuXroO1EToWLivvKCDZ…> Today, the House Transportation Committee is slated to vote on the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act. This bill would eliminate funding for Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes to School - the two largest federal outlays for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, such as safe, interconnected paths, trails, greenways and routes. These initiatives provide essential support for safer streets and active transportation, which help to ensure health and safety for everyone on the road. Investing in cost-effective, proven solutions to improve health and the economy should be a top priority for our country. It’s time to think differently - to stand up to those who still say the car is king, and to create a new norm. Read our article in Nation of Change, “Creeps and Weirdos: the auto industry agenda for keeping you on four wheels<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=2mvXYYNsPVrCLBAKC2Y7X…>.” Auto companies are doing their best to ensure that Americans remain reliant on cars, from releasing ads that shame bikers and demonize public transit, to pouring millions of dollars into lobbying Congress. Communities across the country are countering by investing in policies and rebuilding environments and practices that support pedestrians and cyclists. People with disabilities, the young, the elderly and low-income communities rely especially on safe passages for activities of daily living, like purchasing food and commuting to work and school. Read more<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=te3HovMUnNEQEHX%2BoL5…> to find out how investing in a fair and equitable transportation system can improve physical activity environments, prevent injuries and promote local business. The article opens with story from Dr. Richard Jackson (Prevention Institute Advisory Board Member and a leading expert in health and the built environment), who received a letter from his building's management demanding he move his bike –-which was leaning against the wall of his rented parking spot. But they picked the wrong person. Dr. Jackson has worked extensively on the impact of the environment on health, and is the series host and narrator of “Designing Healthy Communities<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=1byUuvLAMqpKYPOk4FTw6…>,” a new show debuting this week on PBS affiliates. The series explores how supporting walking, biking and rolling can decrease health costs, then analyzes and illustrates how residents are looking upstream for innovative, community-based solutions. Find out more about the show<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=qcCY2KnNvEhv8HYv3XeEd…>, and when it will air in your city<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=%2FCnJmfOwX6nMtsNaWhp…>. Designing Healthy Communities Watch “Designing Healthy Communities<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=NDDhl8JIN0dEgq2NiKoKZ…>,” a new series on PBS exploring how supporting walking, biking and rolling can decrease health costs, and illustrates how residents are looking upstream for innovative, community-based solutions. Find when the series airs in your city.<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=Zqem%2Fr0jKDyMFEolV6h…> Transportation and health Learn more about how investing in active transportation – instead of cars and highways – supports community health and health equity. Read our latest post, "Creeps and Weirdos: the auto industry agenda for keeping you on four wheels.<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=Jm%2BzsNqGHU7xWTOwSps…>" [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/btn-seecal.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=V8h8O8iuuvbNcOlzM0fTr…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/btn-visitforum.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=y1uUAVkTxlajPULTnpY8b…> Stay Connected<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=YNOIsDz8swUamGDFniq10…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/huffingtonpost.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=b60kTenuj6w907Xz3Z6FA…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/facebook.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=cuGjoZSTjvS7Xm4kXoiLg…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/youtube.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=xXBXI4yws7rcgWCBfF7N%…> [http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5902/images/twitter.gif]<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=pVZb8yUccsrk66LLDPUcb…> Visit our website: www.preventioninstitute.org<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=Ljrd5jmwpXeK3zdPAkwcV…> Prevention Institute 221 Oak Street Oakland, CA 94607 t 510-444-7738 | email: prevent(a)preventioninstitute.org<mailto:prevent@preventioninstitute.org> Support Us<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=BGkP%2Fi55fB7%2BneA8C…> About Us<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=fiEFZM6qZmpkJgMixetRT…> Unsubscribe<http://org2.democracyinaction.org/dia/track.jsp?v=2&c=cPnZurYgGVNRZDIivAUVA…>

12 years, 2 months

Re: [H+T--Friends] urban form and health (Mccreedy, Malisa)

by Chad Spoon

Active Living Research has a number of research briefs and syntheses that summarize the latest research on the link between the built environment and health in a number of areas - transportation, parks, schools, etc. You can find the briefs here: http://www.activelivingresearch.org/resourcesearch/summaries ---- Chad Spoon, MRP Research Coordinator Active Living Research A national program supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Building the evidence to prevent childhood obesity and support active communities. -----Original Message----- From: h+t--friends-bounces(a)chrispy.net [mailto:h+t--friends-bounces@chrispy.net] On Behalf Of h+t--friends-request(a)chrispy.net Sent: Monday, February 06, 2012 8:35 AM To: h+t--friends(a)ryoko.chrispy.net Subject: H+T--Friends Digest, Vol 10, Issue 4 Send H+T--Friends mailing list submissions to h+t--friends(a)ryoko.chrispy.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://ryoko.chrispy.net/mailman/listinfo/h+t--friends or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to h+t--friends-request(a)ryoko.chrispy.net You can reach the person managing the list at h+t--friends-owner(a)ryoko.chrispy.net When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of H+T--Friends digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Re: urban form and health (Mccreedy, Malisa) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 6 Feb 2012 10:00:46 -0500 From: "Mccreedy, Malisa" <mmccreedy(a)ci.charlotte.nc.us> Subject: Re: [H+T--Friends] urban form and health To: "'TRB Health and Transportation'" <h+t--friends(a)chrispy.net> Message-ID: <56355F95DE60BD4AA727A0B01691740509AD9D7E8B(a)myrs-exmbx-01.ci.charlotte.nc.us> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" I also published a paper about the Active Living by Design initiative we implemented in Orlando, Florida. Focused on removing built environment barriers for active living through policy, plans and practice. Malisa Malisa Mccreedy, AICP PEDESTRIAN PROGRAM MANAGER CDOT | planning & design 704.353.0481 office mmccreedy(a)charlottenc.gov -----Original Message----- From: h+t--friends-bounces(a)chrispy.net [mailto:h+t--friends-bounces@chrispy.net] On Behalf Of Shaunna K. Burbidge Sent: Friday, February 03, 2012 1:30 PM To: 'TRB Health and Transportation' Subject: Re: [H+T--Friends] urban form and health My attached paper explores the connections between physical activity and urban form using a real life experiment around a built environment intervention. Shaunna K. Burbidge, PhD | Metro Analytics Principal, Transportation Planner Mobile: 801.336.7991 burbidge(a)metroanalytics.com

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