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Dec. 20, 2021 - Yakima proposes ‘Mile Loop’ for walkability
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Yakima residents aim to boost walkability with new Mile Loop concept.
Although the Central Washington city's car culture reigns, intentional planning in similar small cities might be the ticket to getting environmental best practices to stick.
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Dec. 20, 2021 - Yakima proposes ‘Mile Loop’ for walkability
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Although the Central Washington city's car culture reigns, intentional planning in similar small cities might be the ticket to getting environmental best practices to stick.
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Yakima residents want to boost walkability with a new Mile Loop concept.
The Mile Loop is a proposed walkable development district in downtown Yakima that directly challenges the city's car culture.
Crosscut's Eastern and Central Washington reporter Mai Hoang writes that persuading people to get out of their cars is a heavy lift, despite the physical and environmental benefits.
One local architect even says it's considered a bad thing if you have to park more than 30 feet from the front door of the place you're going.
But that hasn't stopped Yakima residents from pushing forward on projects that could transform the city's drive-and-park culture, at least in a small way.
Within the Mile Loop's boundaries are popular restaurants, condos, and performance venues like the Capitol Theatre.
The area also has several building and property vacancies that could be redeveloped into apartments, shops, and restaurants.
I'm Starla Sampaco.
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