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Prior to 2010, San Antonio ranked 6th in the nation for childhood obesity and 12th for adult obesity. By initiating a Complete Streets initiative, the city has improved safety and encouraged alternative means of transportation, including walking, biking, and public transportation. The city’s Complete Street’s policy was adopted on September 29, 2011, and took effect in October of 2011.
San Antonio Metrohealth collaborated with the City’s Planning and Community Development Department and led an interdepartmental working group of planning and engineering professionals on the creation of complete streets recommendations. Implementing a Complete Streets policy has helped make the road safer for cyclists and pedestrians alike, and has provided Latino children living in San Antonio with an opportunity to increase their participation in physical activity. This city wide policy has has also paved the way for residents throughout the community to gain a better understanding of how an environment conducive to active living can foster healthier lives.
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