Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan provides highlights of the year end report, quarterly updates, and reviews the Draft 14-15 Grant Application. Ken Chin of the City of San Mateo speaks to the power of partnerships.
Transportation Career Presentation to executives considering a career shift to Transportation Management ,Transportation Public Policy, System Design, Transit Customer Marketing, or Incident Prevention and Safety Management,
About the Speakers
Kari Schlosshauer
Pacific Northwest Regional Policy Manager
Safe Routes to School National Partnership
Suzanne Hidde
School Wellness Policy Coordinator
Oregon Department of Education
Emma Newman
Transportation Planner
City of Springfield
ATS14- Healthy beginnings – Or how to build active transportation into your c...BTAOregon
Rates of active travel to school are 60 percent higher at schools with Safe Routes to School programming compared to those without. The movement to get kids active on their way to school and in daily life is robust; the educational, encouragement and engineering programs are working; and interest from kids, parents, schools, health agencies and communities is rising. Safe Routes to Schools programs can be leveraged as a winning campaign to improve active transportation for all ages in Oregon cities and towns. This session will profile funding, policies, programs and case studies of Safe Routes to School programs and infrastructure in Oregon communities, and give participants the opportunity to share their ideas and challenges to get the next generation moving.
Transportation Career Presentation to executives considering a career shift to Transportation Management ,Transportation Public Policy, System Design, Transit Customer Marketing, or Incident Prevention and Safety Management,
About the Speakers
Kari Schlosshauer
Pacific Northwest Regional Policy Manager
Safe Routes to School National Partnership
Suzanne Hidde
School Wellness Policy Coordinator
Oregon Department of Education
Emma Newman
Transportation Planner
City of Springfield
ATS14- Healthy beginnings – Or how to build active transportation into your c...BTAOregon
Rates of active travel to school are 60 percent higher at schools with Safe Routes to School programming compared to those without. The movement to get kids active on their way to school and in daily life is robust; the educational, encouragement and engineering programs are working; and interest from kids, parents, schools, health agencies and communities is rising. Safe Routes to Schools programs can be leveraged as a winning campaign to improve active transportation for all ages in Oregon cities and towns. This session will profile funding, policies, programs and case studies of Safe Routes to School programs and infrastructure in Oregon communities, and give participants the opportunity to share their ideas and challenges to get the next generation moving.
Presentation by Fulbright Professor Noreen McDonald (sabbatical at the Institute for Transport Studies), October 2015.
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MOVE Congress 2017 plenary presentation by Jonathan Hooshmand (University of Miami KiDZ Neuroscience Center, USA) on 6 October: Encouraging Safe and Active Transportation to School.
ORSRTS16: Walk Audits & School Action Plan TrainingHannah Day-Kapell
This presentation describes how to host a walkability audit/assessment and develop an implementable School Action Plan. It covers who to invite, what information to cover,
which checklists or data collection forms to use, how to get stakeholders involved, and how to assign next steps to make infrastructure improvements happen.
Presentation by Fulbright Professor Noreen McDonald (sabbatical at the Institute for Transport Studies), October 2015.
www.its.leeds.ac.uk/about/events/seminar-series
MOVE Congress 2017 plenary presentation by Jonathan Hooshmand (University of Miami KiDZ Neuroscience Center, USA) on 6 October: Encouraging Safe and Active Transportation to School.
ORSRTS16: Walk Audits & School Action Plan TrainingHannah Day-Kapell
This presentation describes how to host a walkability audit/assessment and develop an implementable School Action Plan. It covers who to invite, what information to cover,
which checklists or data collection forms to use, how to get stakeholders involved, and how to assign next steps to make infrastructure improvements happen.
References:
Asq.org (n.d.). What are stakeholders? Quality Resources
Lecciones, A. (2021). Green Cities. Hex Talks
Narayanaswami, P., Gronseth, G., Dubinsky, R., Penfold-Murray, R., Cox, J., Bever, C., Martins, Y., Rheaume, C., Shouse, D., & Getchius, T. (2015). The impact of social media on dissemination and implementation of clinical practice guidelines: A longitudinal observational study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 17(8), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.2196/jmir.4414
Philippine Statistics Authority (2021). Causes of deaths in the Philippines (preliminary): January to December 2020. Press Releases
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2017). Walking and cycling encouragement: Strategies that encourage people to use non-motorized transportation. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2019). Automobile Dependency. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
United Nations Foundation (n.d.). Sustainable Development Goals
World Health Organization (n.d.). Air Pollution. Health Topics
Yazid, M. & Ladim, M. (2015). Urban design and active transport. International Journal of Engineering and and Advanced Technology, 4(3), 132-135.
Title: How Do We Measure Up? Performance Measures for Active Transportation
Track: Sustain
Format: 90 minute moderated discussion
Abstract: This interactive session will focus on performance measures for biking and walking investments by transportation agencies. Provide your feedback about which metrics would be most useful and about additional work needed to improve the available data for these metrics.
Presenters:
Presenter: Robbie Webber State Smart Transportation Initiative
Co-Presenter: Lauren Blackburn North Carolina DOT
Co-Presenter: John Lieswyn Alta Planning + Design
Co-Presenter: Paula Reeves Washington State DOT
Co-Presenter: John Paul Shaffer Livable Memphis
ATS14- Healthy beginnings – Or how to build active transportation into your c...BTAOregon
Rates of active travel to school are 60 percent higher at schools with Safe Routes to School programming compared to those without. The movement to get kids active on their way to school and in daily life is robust; the educational, encouragement and engineering programs are working; and interest from kids, parents, schools, health agencies and communities is rising. Safe Routes to Schools programs can be leveraged as a winning campaign to improve active transportation for all ages in Oregon cities and towns. This session will profile funding, policies, programs and case studies of Safe Routes to School programs and infrastructure in Oregon communities, and give participants the opportunity to share their ideas and challenges to get the next generation moving.
The Challenges and Opportunities in School Transportation TodayJeremy Knight
Every day, America’s fleet of roughly 480,000 school buses transports more than a third of students to and from school. This fleet is more than twice the size of all other forms of mass transit combined, including bus, rail, and airline transportation.
Operations Committee Meeting January 8, 2013Daina Lujan
San Mateo County Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan, provides an orientation to the 2013-2014 Call for Projects and facilitates the development of collaboration norms.
Operations Committee Meeting Feb 6, 2014Daina Lujan
San Mateo County Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan, provides an orientation to the 2014-2015 Safe Routes to School Call for Projects application.
K-5 Safe Routes to School Educator Guide WorkshopDaina Lujan
Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan, provides an overview of the San Mateo County Safe Routes to School kindergarten through fifth grade Educator Guide with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards correlations. This guide was developed in partnership with Alameda County Safe Routes to School. Curriculum writing support was provided by Lily Jones. Graphic design work courtesy of Rob Boldt.
Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan highlights International Walk to School Day and San Mateo County Safe Routes to School approved providers highlight services available to San Mateo County Schools
Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
Explore natural remedies for syphilis treatment in Singapore. Discover alternative therapies, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes that may complement conventional treatments. Learn about holistic approaches to managing syphilis symptoms and supporting overall health.
TEST BANK for Operations Management, 14th Edition by William J. Stevenson, Ve...kevinkariuki227
TEST BANK for Operations Management, 14th Edition by William J. Stevenson, Verified Chapters 1 - 19, Complete Newest Version.pdf
TEST BANK for Operations Management, 14th Edition by William J. Stevenson, Verified Chapters 1 - 19, Complete Newest Version.pdf
Report Back from SGO 2024: What’s the Latest in Cervical Cancer?bkling
Are you curious about what’s new in cervical cancer research or unsure what the findings mean? Join Dr. Emily Ko, a gynecologic oncologist at Penn Medicine, to learn about the latest updates from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 2024 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Ko will discuss what the research presented at the conference means for you and answer your questions about the new developments.
MANAGEMENT OF ATRIOVENTRICULAR CONDUCTION BLOCK.pdfJim Jacob Roy
Cardiac conduction defects can occur due to various causes.
Atrioventricular conduction blocks ( AV blocks ) are classified into 3 types.
This document describes the acute management of AV block.
Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), or beverage alcohol, is a two-carbon alcohol
that is rapidly distributed in the body and brain. Ethanol alters many
neurochemical systems and has rewarding and addictive properties. It
is the oldest recreational drug and likely contributes to more morbidity,
mortality, and public health costs than all illicit drugs combined. The
5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
(DSM-5) integrates alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence into a single
disorder called alcohol use disorder (AUD), with mild, moderate,
and severe subclassifications (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
In the DSM-5, all types of substance abuse and dependence have been
combined into a single substance use disorder (SUD) on a continuum
from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
the 11 DSM-5 behaviors be present within a 12-month period (mild
AUD: 2–3 criteria; moderate AUD: 4–5 criteria; severe AUD: 6–11 criteria).
The four main behavioral effects of AUD are impaired control over
drinking, negative social consequences, risky use, and altered physiological
effects (tolerance, withdrawal). This chapter presents an overview
of the prevalence and harmful consequences of AUD in the U.S.,
the systemic nature of the disease, neurocircuitry and stages of AUD,
comorbidities, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, genetic risk factors, and
pharmacotherapies for AUD.
Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
Couples presenting to the infertility clinic- Do they really have infertility...Sujoy Dasgupta
Dr Sujoy Dasgupta presented the study on "Couples presenting to the infertility clinic- Do they really have infertility? – The unexplored stories of non-consummation" in the 13th Congress of the Asia Pacific Initiative on Reproduction (ASPIRE 2024) at Manila on 24 May, 2024.
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
Evaluation of antidepressant activity of clitoris ternatea in animals
November 2013 Policy Advisory Committee Meeting
1. Policy Advisory Committee Meeting
November 19, 2013
Daina Lujan, Coordinator
Safe Routes to School
www.smcoe.org
2. Agenda
Activity
Time
Purpose
Year End Report
10 Minutes
Awareness of the 2012-13 Program
Accomplishments
Quarterly Updates
10 Minutes
Awareness of First Quarter Activity
International Walk to School Day
10 Minutes
Awareness of Program Activities
City of San Mateo, Ken Chin
15 Minutes
Power of Partnerships and Sustainability
14-15 Grant Application Cycle
10 Minutes
Awareness of the 14-15 Grant Application
Timeline
Meeting Feedback
5 Minutes
Input on future topics and the format for future
meetings
www.smcoe.org
3. Year End Report
2012-2013 Annual Report by the Numbers
• 240 Bike Rodeos
• 352 Bike and Pedestrian Student Education Workshops
• 627 Volunteer coordinated encouragement events
• 19 Walkability/Bikability Audits
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5. Mode Split to School
Mode Split TO School
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Fall 2012
Spring 2013
Family Car
Walk
Bike
Transit
Carpool
School Bus
61%
24%
4%
2%
6%
3%
52.40%
26%
5.30%
3%
7.20%
6.10%
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6. Key Parental Concerns
Key Parental Concerns
120%
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Stranger Danger
Too Much Traffic
Along Route
Speeding Traffic
Along Route
Unsafe
Intersections
Distance to
School
Lack of Adults to
Walk With
Fall 2012
100%
90%
90%
90%
80%
70%
Spring 2013
64%
56.30%
56%
59%
46.90%
47.90%
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8. International Walk to School Day
15 School Districts
84 Participating Schools
Event Celebrations
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9. International Walk to School Day and Policy
Policy
4.5
4
3.5
3
2.5
School District Resoultions
City Resoultions
2
School District Board Policies
1.5
1
0.5
0
2012/2013
2013/2014
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10. International Walk to School Day Numbers
International Walk to School Day
Alternative Modes of Transit
Single Occupancy Vehicles
692
442
167
1046
100
708
172
233
450
370
143
31
147
279
Tierra Linda Middle
School
Ralston Middle School
Westlake
Fox Elementary
Brittan Acres
Menlo Park School
District
Belle Haven
San Carlos
Belmont Redwood
Shores
Jefferson Elementary
Belmont Redwood
Shores
San Carlos
Menlo Park
Ravenswood City
12. County Office of Education
November 19, 2013
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
13. Purpose
To highlight the City’s Safe Routes to School efforts
and the City’s partnership with the San Mateo-Foster
City School District.
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
14. What is Safe Routes to School?
Safe Routes to School (SR2S) is a program intended
to help children get to school by walking and
bicycling. It envisions active kids using safe
streets, helped by engaged adults (from teachers to
parents to police officers), surrounded by responsible
drivers.
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
15. “Five E’s”
Education
Encouragement
Engineering
Enforcement
Evaluation
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
18. Neighborhood Traffic
20-40% of morning traffic is related to schools
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
19. Public Safety
2010 – Ranked 55th and 72nd for pedestrian and
bicyclist under 15
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
20. Sustainability
Air Quality Issues
Reduction of Vehicle Miles
Traveled
Reduction in CO2 Emmissions
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
21. Public Health
2009 Obesity Trends Among US Adults
<10%
10%–14%
15%–19%
20%–24%
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
25%–29%
≥30%
23. Safe Routes to School Program
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
24. San Mateo-Foster City School
District
Education: Programs designed to teach children
about traffic safety, bicycle and pedestrian skills, and
traffic decision-making.
Encouragement: Programs that make it fun for kids
to walk and bike. These programs may be
challenges, incentive programs, regular events (e.g.
“Walk and Bike Wednesdays”) or classroom activities.
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
26. City of San Mateo Public Works
Engineering:
Physical projects that
are built to improve
walking and
bicycling conditions.
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
27. City of San Mateo Public Works
School Walk Audits
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
28. City of San Mateo Public Works
Infrastructure Improvements
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
29. City of San Mateo Public Works
Suggested Routes to School
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
30. City of San Mateo Police Dept.
Enforcement:
Law enforcement
strategies to
improve driver
behavior near
schools.
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
31. City of San Mateo Police Dept.
Routine Enforcement
Crossing Guard Funding
Student Safety Patrols
Mobile Radar Display
Pedestrian Safety Work
Plan
Joint Traffic Letter
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
32. Combined Evaluation Effort
Evaluation: Programs
implemented to measure
the effectiveness of SR2S
programs and identify
opportunities for
improvement
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
33. Combined Evaluation Effort
Annual Survey
measuring success of
the program
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
34. Combined Evaluation Effort
Walking and Biking
Travel Mode Survey
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
35. Safe Routes to School Program
Education
Encouragement
Engineering
Enforcement
Evaluation
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
36. Budget Impact
Infrastructure upgrades preliminary cost estimates
equal $50k-$100k per school
Currently estimated to cost $750 to $1.5 Million
Additional Enforcement Costs
Incorporation into existing services
State and Federal Grants Opportunities
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
37. Next Steps
International Walk to School Day –
Wednesday, October 9th
Peninsula TV Safe Routes to School
Video
Completion of the Walk Audits
Continuation of Enforcement Role
Evaluation of Infrastructure
Improvements
Department of Public Works
Stewards of the Infrastructure and Environment
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39. 14-15 Grant Application Timeline
January 13, 2014
Release Call for Proposals
February 6, 2014
Grant Application Orientation
March 28, 2014
Proposal Due
March 31, 2014 – April 11, 2014
Review Proposals
April 21, 2014
Applicants Notified via e-mail Regarding Grant Awards
April 28, 2014
Notification of Award Letters Sent
Second Call for Additional Projects (if funds remain after
awarding grants; funds will be awarded on a first come,
first served basis)
June 20, 2014
Final Notification to all Applicants regarding Award Status
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As 12-13 came to a close and the last of the evaluation data started coming in, John and I started to really look at our numbers. From this, we developed our first annual report. A copy of this is in your packets. The question of where the dollars are going has an answer-bike rodeos, events, workshops.
The impact of these dollars is that awareness of the program is increasing
People are starting to utilize alternative means to get to school
And key parental concerns are being heard and addressed.
The first quarter flew by and now we’re already mid-way through the second quarter. Because almost 2/3rds of the first quarter passes while schools are out of session, some time was spent engaging in program research and providing some professional development for coordinators:Program Research: National Safe Routes to School Conference, Coordinator OrientationProgram Planning; All districts kicked-off their program with a stakeholder meeting to evaluate where they are at, their program goals, and see where they would like to go for 13-14. So, as you can imagine, I spent a lot of the first quarter meeting individually with coordinators and participating in Task Force meetings.Initial Implementation: Most schools kicked off Safe Routes with International Walk to School Day, although San Mateo-Foster City kicked off their year with Walk Audits, the last 10 should be wrapped up now, and Portola Valley kicked off the year with walk/bike events right out the gate in September.While planning was moving forward, I took some time and wrapped up the last of edits to the new San Mateo County K-5 Safe Routes Educator Guide. A few copies are provided and you are welcome to a copy if you would like.
October 9, International Walk to School Day was celebrated in San Mateo County. 84 schools from 15 school districts and one private school joined in the Countywide Celebration. School school districts like Hillsborough, decided to kick off their first ever event on this day. The new coordinator provided schools with some posters and incentives, advertised the event and waited anxiously to see how families would respond. The feedback was really positive and many parents suggested that walking to school events should start taking place once a week or once a month.Other districts:Pacifica: Local Celebrities to lead buses and be crossing guards-local hero, Lynn Adams, a recent recipient of the Cox ConservesHeros award said that she just loved her walk to the school and getting out with the kids, the city issued a proclamation in support of Safe RoutesSan Mateo-Foster City: All 20 schools celebrated, PenTV recorded 2 events, both the cities of San Mateo and Foster City issued proclamations in support of Safe RoutesBelmont-Redwood Shores: All 7 school participated, the City of Belmont issued a proclamation in support of International Walk to School Day. To help kids celebrate, 10 administrators from SMCOE and staff from County Health visited schools to walk and help pass out incentives. All the special guest reported having a great time.
A new development with this year’s International Walk to School Day event was a move on the part of several cities to issue proclamations in support of Safe Routes to School and/or International Walk to School Day. This very public demonstration of support on the part of cities and elected officials helped the event take on extra special importance.
The extra special importance of the event, seems to have been heard by children and families, because the early number crunching suggests that the lowest rate of participation is 50% of kids using alternative modes to get to school. Most schools are showing that at least 65% and in some cases as many as 90% of kids used an alternative form of transportation to get to school.
Now that we’ve taken some time to take stock of where we are at, I’m going to turn it over to Ken Chin of the City of San Mateo to provide some firsthand examples of what this looks like in action. Ken is a strong advocate for the Safe Routes to School program and has forged a strong partnership with the school district to move forward with Safe Routes efforts in the City of San Mateo. Working with Ken and Karrie from the school district are a highlight to my Safe Routes work and with that, I’m going to turn it over to Ken
Safe Routes to School programs use a variety of strategies to make walking and biking to school easy, fun and safe for children. These strategies are often categorized according to the “Five Es.”
The reality is that today there’s far more traffic on the road. Up to 25% of morning commute traffic in San Mateo County can be attribute to school related traffic.
The reality is that today there’s far more traffic on the road. Up to 25% of morning commute traffic in San Mateo County can be attribute to school related traffic.
With more cars on the road there are more dangers. There are fewer breaks in traffic to allow students to cross and inevitability, with more traffic, drivers tend to run late, so with any any opening drivers get, they are driving faster than they should.
As traffic increases, our air quality also greatly deteriorates.
The other reality is that we as a society are facing an obesity epidemic and our children are not exempt. In fact, even with all the advances of modern medicine, if we do not reverse the widening waists of our society, our children will be the first generation to have a shorter life expectancy that their parents.
The relationship between the decrease in the number of kids walking and biking to school has a scary inverse relationship to the rise in obesity.
Funding supported:3 County-wide Events occurring on:October 3: International Walk to School Day91 Schools participated in event activitiesApril 22: Earth Day49 Schools participated in event activitiesMay 8: National Bike to School Day67 Schools participated in event activities18 Encouragement Events organized by vendors 627 Volunteer coordinated encouragement events including:Walk/Bike Across California EventsGolden Sneaker Contest EventsMonthly/Weekly Walk and Roll Days
Safe Routes to School programs use a variety of strategies to make walking and biking to school easy, fun and safe for children. These strategies are often categorized according to the “Five Es.”
Grant season will be here before we know it. The timeline for the application cycle has been formalized
We are presently engaged in the planning process now, but as things look now, it seems that much of the application process, who can apply, the award structure and amounts, and the evaluation criteria will remain the same. Coordinators have been instructed to review the materials in January and bring any and all questions to the meeting on February 6.Applicants: Any 501c3 charitable organization that serves children of San Mateo County may applyApplication: The application will look largely the same as the previous year. We are working on streamlining the goals, activity and requested service provider page as it seemed last year that you were asked to answer essentially the same question 2 times. We are also allowing applicants to apply for non-infrastructure and infrastructure on the same application. Lastly, inquiring about financial need and support available outside of Safe Routes fundingAwards: We are looking at roughly $500,000 in funding. Schools or districts may apply, although we ask that if several schools from the same district apply, if possible, please lump the application into one application from the district-however we do understand if that is just not feasible. Applicants may ask for funding for small capital infrastructure, non-infrastructure, and/or walk audit funding, but the money available for audits will be less than in previous years as most schools have completed their audits. We understand that a few schools have not conducted audits, so we will leave some funding available in case there is interest.Evaluation Criteria: We will be looking at the need, experience, Evaluation Measures,Sustainability, Project Type. We will also be inquiring as to whether your district is part of a Healthcare District and the number of students who participate in the free and reduced lunch program to help ensure that we don’t marginalize our students of greatest need.