A specialist in public-private initiatives and community-based economic development, Aimee Bissett serves many clients in Texas. Aimee Bissett is also a member of the Urban Land Institute (ULI), which advocates for the sustainable use of community resources.
In partnership with 127 mayors as well as two national organizations, ULI recently announced a goal of having every urban American live within ten blocks (half a mile) of a park. More than 100 million Americans do not now have such access.
Research shows that parks offer important benefits, such as the chance to interact with nature, the revitalization of neighborhoods, improvements to the environment, and increased property values. Parks also enhance social ties between neighbors, foster civic pride, and attract investors to cities.
Placing the ten-minute walk within the reach of all Americans will require significant changes to existing zoning laws, cooperation with school recreational facilities, and major budgetary outlays.
In conjunction with the campaign, ULI will again offer its Open Space Awards for excellence in creating places such as linear parks, trails, memorials, and other non-traditional green areas. For more information, visit americas.uli.org/.
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