This call for case studies in Washington state and sponsorship invitation may be of interest to you and your networks. *** Walkable Washington 2016 Symposium & Awards June 7, 2016 Bellevue City Hall Council Chambers 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 Call for Case Studies! Preparations for the 2016 Walkable Washington Symposium are underway and Feet First seeks to highlight your programs and projects that are promoting walking as an important public policy, engaging communities in walking for transportation or physical activity, or creating a more walk-friendly neighborhood. All programs and projects that meet our criteria and fit into one of the three categories below will be in the running to win the Walkable Washington Innovation Award in 2016: Design and Engineering – projects that involve infrastructure and structural developments Advocacy and Encouragement – programs and events that raise awareness about the benefits of walking, and/or encourage people to engage in pedestrian planning in their communities Vision and Planning – projects that involve plans, codes, ordinances or guidance for neighborhoods, cities/towns, counties or regions to make it safer and easier for people to choose to go by foot Awards are decided by a panel of judges, representing advocates, innovators, and leaders on in issues of walkability, livability, and the diverse range of benefits related to walkable communities. If you have a program or project that fits into one of these three categories, please share it with us! Fill out this online form ( http://form.jotform.us/form/41337969633162) or email talia(a)feetfirst.org &lt;talia(a)feetfirst.info&gt; if you have questions. Sponsorship Opportunities Interested in being a sponsor for the 2016 Walkable Washington Symposium? Then visit our sponsorship page <http://www.feetfirst.org/get-involved/walkablewashington/walkable-washington-sponsorshi> ( http://www.feetfirst.org/get-involved/walkablewashington/walkable-washingto…) or email Lisa Quinn at lisa(a)feetfirst.org or call 206.652.2310 ext. 6 to learn about the benefits of becoming a sponsor. We are looking for both financial and in-kind contributions. Talk with us about how your company would like to support Walkable Washington Symposium & Awards and help us raise awareness for more walkable communities across the state. _______________________________________________ H+T--Friends mailing list H+T--Friends(a)chrispy.net https://www.chrispy.net/mailman/listinfo/h+t--friends