Who Doesn't Drive, Where Are They, and Why Does it Matter?
Written by
Anish Tailor; Michael Hintze, AICP; Manuel Soto, AICP
An equitable transportation system provides access to affordable and reliable travel options for all people. Our transportation systems play a vital role in helping people meet their daily needs, facilitating social bonds, and providing access to opportunities such as employment and education, and economic exchange. If a person can drive and has access to a car, they can generally meet their daily needs in most places in Washington State. But what about people who don’t or can’t drive?
It is our pleasure to invite you to sponsor the 2023 APA Washington Annual Conference, Leading the Change: Ideas from Around the State, to be held October 11–13 in Spokane, Washington. This is an exciting opportunity to add your voice to others who are actively involved in working to create great communities. Your organization can be an active partner by participating as a sponsor while also networking and collaborating with your peers and clients.
Don't miss out on applying for the AICP Exam Reduced Fee Diversity Scholarship! APA defines Diversity as an inclusive concept that encompasses, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, class, gender, age, sexuality, ability, educational attainment, spiritual beliefs, creed, culture, tribal affiliation, nationality, financial status, immigration status, political beliefs, or veteran status, etc.
What significant urban planning initiative was launched by the city of Vancouver, Washington, in 2018, aiming to revitalize its waterfront area and connect it to the city's downtown core?
A. The Waterfront Vancouver Project B. The Columbia River Rejuvenation C. The Vancouver Estuary Development D. The River District Plan
*Find out the answer in the next issue.
The answer to last issue's triviaquestion: D. (Thea Foss Waterway )
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