Draper

Draper features 117 miles of scenic trails and 5,000 acres of open space, the most of any city along the Wasatch Front! The wide variety of trails are well-used by residents for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, running, and dog walking. Draper also features over 40 community parks. An all-abilities playground is currently under construction at Draper City Park, and is being designed with ramps and interactive play features at heights that are easier to access from wheelchairs and other mobility devices. To earn the designation, Draper also formed a new community coalition focused on improving the health of residents. The city has made a wellness page available on their website that offers regular health information and challenges.

HEALTH STRATEGIES

Collaboration 

• A relationship with the local health department
• A resource page on city website to assist in accessing healthy foods, physical activity, and mental health resources
• Health-related objectives in city's general plan
• A moderate income housing plan

Access to Healthy Food 

• A community garden

Active Living 

• Free and/or low-cost community sports/fitness programs for adults and children
• Connected walking and biking trails
• Provided guidance on joint-use agreements for facilities in our community that can be used for physical activity
• An active transportation plan
• Wayfinding signage that promotes active transportation

Mental Health 

• At least one evidence-based program or initiative that provides education, awareness, and training to community members around mental health
• Promoted the use of the SafeUT app in schools and other community centers
• Medication disposal services, locations, or programs
• Gun locks available for free for community members

2025 Redesignation:

To be redesignated in Spring 2025, Draper City added a Farmers Market that accepts SNAP benefits to their community events lineup. They also opened an all-abilities playground called the Unity Playground at Draper Park to promote inclusive play and created the Golden Star Families Memorial Monument to honor the families of fallen soldiers. In addition, their health coalition continues to offer many community events, add to their extensive trail systems, and promote outdoor recreation.

HEALTH STRATEGIES

AcCESS To Healthy Food

• Established a Farmers Market that accepts SNAP benefits

Mental Health

• Opened the Unity Playground and Golden Star Memorial Monument at Draper Park to promote inclusivity