Browsing by Author "Gary, Hannah (editor)"

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    Community Gardening: A Resilient Communities Project–GreenStep Cities Guide
    (Resilient Communities Project (RCP), University of Minnesota., 2016) Gary, Hannah (editor)
    Community gardening can be a partial solution to food access issues. Access to fresh produce grown in a community garden has the potential to improve nutrition and decrease obesity-related health problems. In addition to the physical health benefits, community gardens provide a communal gathering space which can help to strengthen ties among residents. Strong community ties are important for fostering healthy, resilient communities. This guide is organized into three phases of planning for a community garden: (1) Planning for a community garden, (2) Managing a community garden, and (3) Food distribution and consumption. This resource was developed from two reports completed by graduate and undergraduate students through partnerships between the Resilient Communities Project (RCP) at the University of Minnesota and the Cities of North St. Paul and Rosemount, Minnesota, during the 2013–2014 and 2014–2015 academic years, respectively. Although the original reports were developed for a specific community, students’ findings and recommendations have been synthesized and generalized, and additional research has been conducted where necessary, to produce a resource that is relevant to communities throughout Minnesota. The original student reports can be found at https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/194784 and https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/180464.
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    Local Food Indicators—A Checklist for Assessing Local Food Systems: A Resilient Communities Project–GreenStep Cities Guide
    (Resilient Communities Project (RCP), University of Minnesota., 2016) Gary, Hannah (editor)
    Encouraging a successful local food system is a step that cities can take to build more resilient communities. In addition to the physical health benefits associated with improving access to fruits and vegetables, strengthening the local food system can help support the local economy, strengthen social connections, and build resident investment in the community. This local food indicator checklist is meant to provide communities with measures to assess their current local food system. The checklist may be used at the beginning of an initiative to strengthen the local food system, and again at the end to measure progress. This document was prepared by the University of Minnesota’s Resilient Communities Project (RCP) for the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program. This resource was adapted from student work completed in partnership with RCP and the City of Rosemount during the 2014–2015 academic year. Although the original report was developed for a specific community, students’ findings and recommendations have been synthesized and generalized, and additional research has been conducted where necessary, to produce a resource that is relevant to communities throughout Minnesota. The original student report can be found at https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/180435.
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    Nature-Based Recreation: A Resilient Communities Project–GreenStep Cities Guide
    (Resilient Communities Project (RCP), University of Minnesota., 2016) Gary, Hannah (editor)
    Nature-based play principles focus on providing children with more opportunities to interact in a natural environment and exercise active imagination for play. Incorporating more nature-based play elements into existing parks and play areas has the potential to increase physical activity and improve other developmental processes. This tool outlines the benefits of nature-based play, offers background information on the theories behind nature-based play ideas, and gives design recommendations for incorporating nature-based play elements into existing parks. This document was prepared by the University of Minnesota’s Resilient Communities Project (RCP) for the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program. This resource was developed from three reports completed by graduate and undergraduate students through a partnership between RCP and the City of Rosemount, Minnesota, during the 2014–2015 academic year. Although the original reports were developed for a specific community, students’ findings and recommendations have been synthesized and generalized, and additional research has been conducted where necessary, to produce a resource that is relevant to communities throughout Minnesota. The original student reports can be found at https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/180465, https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/180467, and http://hdl.handle.net/11299/180468.
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    Transit-Oriented Development Recommendations and Guidelines: A Resilient Communities Project–GreenStep Cities Guide
    (Resilient Communities Project (RCP), University of Minnesota., 2016) Gary, Hannah (editor)
    Transit-oriented development (TOD) refers to mixed-use, walkable developments located around transit stations. In order to be a successful TOD location, the area must incorporate mixed-uses, walkable design, and location-efficient development. This resource presents several case studies that can help suburban communities develop a realistic vision for TOD areas with supporting policy to implement that vision. Lessons learned from the case studies can help to guide the planning process, and examples provide insight into the elements of a successful TOD project. This document has been prepared by the University of Minnesota’s Resilient Communities Project (RCP) for the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program. This tool was developed from a report completed by University of Minnesota graduate students in partnership with RCP and the City of Minnetonka during the 2012–2013 academic year. Although the original report was developed for a specific community, students’ findings and recommendations have been synthesized and generalized, and additional research has been conducted where necessary, to produce a resource that is relevant to communities throughout Minnesota. The original student report can be found at https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/185386.
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    Transportation Demand Management Recommendations and Guidelines: A Resilient Communities Project–GreenStep Cities Guide
    (Resilient Communities Project (RCP), University of Minnesota., 2016) Gary, Hannah (editor)
    Transportation Demand Management (TDM) is a process of developing a plan to maximize transportation system efficiency. Different strategies are used to reduce dependency on single-occupancy vehicles (SOV), including transit, biking, walking, and carpooling. In addition to encouraging the use of alternative forms of transportation, successful TDM plans work to use infrastructure more efficiently by redistributing concentrated rush hour travel demand throughout the day. This guide provides an introduction to TDM for cities, and includes model ordinances and other resources for implementing a TDM policy. This document has been prepared by the University of Minnesota’s Resilient Communities Project (RCP) for the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program. This tool was developed from a report completed by University of Minnesota graduate students in partnership with RCP and the City of Minnetonka during the 2012–2013 academic year. Although the original report was developed for a specific community, students’ findings and recommendations have been synthesized and generalized, and additional research has been conducted where necessary, to produce a resource that is relevant to communities throughout Minnesota. The original student report can be found at https://conservancy.umn.edu/handle/11299/185388.