Document Type
Professional Plan Capstone
Original Publication Date
2018
Client
James River Park System
Location
Blackwell, Oak Grove, and Bellemeade Neighborhoods
Date of Submission
May 2018
Abstract
Natural Parks like the James River Park System offer a host of benefits. They improve our mental health, make us better environmental stewards, Improve socialization, and make a healthier population by lowering the rates of asthma, obesity and hypertension. These public health outcomes disproportionately impacts minority communities in the City of Richmond, a population that visits the James River Park System at a lower rate than white communities do. This plan identifies the barriers preventing access for minority communities and gives recommendations to improve access in the City of Richmond.
Rights
© The Author
Is Part Of
Master of Urban and Regional Planning Capstone Projects
Included in
Civic and Community Engagement Commons, Health Policy Commons, Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration Commons, Urban Studies and Planning Commons