Washington City is doing much to increase opportunities for physical activity. The city is building new parks, has a growing list of community sports programs for kids and adults, and is working to achieve greater sidewalk and trail connectivity. The city has also implemented the Outride Program for elementary and middle school-aged students, promoting cycling as a way to stay focused and active. Understanding that not all residents have easy access to bicycles, Washington City hosted a bicycle drive to collect bikes for residents in need.

HEALTH STRATEGIES

Collaboration 

• A relationship with the local health department
• A moderate income housing plan

Access to Healthy Food 

• A written requirement addressing healthy food and beverage choices in city-owned/managed facilities

Active Living 

• Free and low-cost community sports/fitness programs for adults and children
• Connected walking and biking trails
• An active transportation plan

Mental Health 

• Medication disposal services, locations, or programs
• Gun locks available for free for community members

2024 Redesignation

To qualify for redesignation, Washington City worked hard to improve its active living infrastructure. The city invested nearly $5,000,000 for new trail construction projects and improved its connectivity, safety, and walkability. These improvements included adding several miles of sidewalk along some of the busiest roadways in the community.

HEALTH STRATEGIES

Active Living

• Address active transportation connectivity gaps between key community destinations
• Develop a new walking/biking trail or add to an existing one