Planning Healthier Neighbourhoods, Where Cars Sit Idle and People Get Moving
From as early as 1903, renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted stated that "no single park, no matter how large and how well designed, would provide the citizens with the beneficial influences of nature. Instead, parks need to be linked to one another and to surrounding residential neighborhoods." Today, the idea of linking parks for the benefit of people has evolved into the modern greenways movement. Municipalities from across the country, including North Vancouver and Whistler, have recognized the many values and incorporated the concept of greenways into community planning. Greenways are an interconnected network of protected land that supports natural ecological processes, sustains air and water resources and contributes to a healthier quality of life. While greenways may differ in their location or function, overall, they can benefit the public and the environment by enhancing the natural beauty in neighborhoods and communities, increasing recreational and transportation opportunities, and improving health and fitness.
The need to revitalize city centers and preserve natural areas, a national commitment to fitness, and new concepts of mobility has brought greenways into the mainstream of transportation. Tom Barratt, a landscape architect based in Whistler, first learned to appreciate the benefits of greenways while a student at the University of Oregon in the late 1970's. 17,000 students and 3,000 parking spots meant that bike paths became a fundamental form of transportation and a healthier and easier choice than driving. Upon graduation, Barratt moved to Whistler as Parks Planner where influenced by his experience, Barratt was integral in the creation of Whistler's Valley Trail and park system. At that time, a project of such nature and scope was unprecedented in Western Canada.
Today, the most successful recreational feature linking the valley's parks, beaches, neighborhoods and playgrounds to Whistler village, is admired and studied by municipalities throughout the country.More recently, Barratt's experience and interest in greenways led him to work on the Green Necklace project, a seven kilometer long multi-use trail and network of recreational and ecologically designed spaces that will form a continuous loop around the centre of the City of North Vancouver. The greenway will link important city parks, public spaces and natural habitats, providing safe, enhanced access for pedestrians, in-line skaters and cyclists alike. Construction on the first phase of the Green Necklace began early this year and is expected to complete in time for the City's Centennial in 2007. "Studies have shown that suburban residents walk less, bike less, and are generally less physically fit than city dwellers. Neighborhoods often lack sidewalks and other paths safe for children, pedestrians and bicycles," says Tom Barratt, Principal of Tom Barratt Ltd.
"Creating greenways areas are a way that Landscape Architects and City Planners can work together to help contribute to a healthier lifestyle for residents and neighborhoods."Other Canadian cities such as Toronto, Saskatoon and Calgary have also incorporated greenways into their community plans and organizations such as Go for Green, a national non-profit, charitable organization that encourages Canadians to pursue healthy, outdoor physical activities, are all working together to change the way communities are shaped.Tom Barratt Ltd. is a leading firm in resort development that has undertaken landscape architecture, site planning analysis and design services for a wide range of landscape projects throughout the Lower Mainland and Whistler area. For more information, call (604) 932-3040 or visit Tom Barratt Ltd. online at www.tblla.com..
Decorating Cars This Holiday Season Christmas Wreaths Ornament Front Doors, Front Bumpers
BAR HARBOR, ME (ContentDesk) November 28, 2005 -- Drivers this year are adding the fresh scent of balsam fir to their vehicles (not hanging from the mirror but on the outside) with a Christmas wreath from Acadia Wreath Company (www.acadiawreath.com). Adorning your car or truck with a Christmas wreath is a wonderful way to spread holiday cheer, says Lynn Jebbia, president of Acadia Wreath Company.
Here in the state of Maine, many people attach Christmas wreaths to the front grill of their cars and trucks during the holiday season. Acadias Balsam Fir Car/Truck Christmas Wreath is approximately 18 inches in diameter, ornamented with pinecones, and comes with a red weatherproof bow.
Its only $22 with free shipping from Acadia Wreath Company http://www.acadiawreath.com/carortruckwreaths.html Our customers love the scent of fresh...
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Southwest Florida Firm Goes Beyond Employee Pricing On Cars
(ContentDesk) September 17, 2005 -- Residents of Southwest Florida have a new way to buy used vehicles. Fort Myers, Florida based Flautoauction.com is inviting car shoppers from Bonita, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh, Naples and the rest of the region to try their new way to buy.Used car buyers can now cash in on lower than retail vehicle pricing. Flautoauction.com has launched a service to offer pre-owned cars and trucks to buyers at the same cost dealerships put into them. "Most dealerships will add several hundred dollars to the cost of a car, by what is called a 'pack' before it is even touched. On top of that, the service, cleaning and any reconditioning of the vehicle can be added to the cost at rates as high as 125% over retail.
If the car was bought at auction there can be over a thousand dollars in additional fees from the auction, transport and other services. All that's before you even think about a commission for the salesperson." Says Marlow Miller, sales manager...
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Detroit, Hybrids Are Not Just Cars Anymore
It seems that Detroit is not the only ones listening and delivering on what the consumer expects when shopping for a better more efficient gas powered car and as the result Detroit spent hundred's of millions of dollars in creating and improving HYBRID vehicles. This push to satisfy consumers in every aspect of buying a new vehicle is evidenced by the consumers ever increasing relevance of internet shopping where a person in pajamas at home can purchase a new vehicle. Purchasing on the World Wide Web is another automotive segment effected by the consumer who demands top efficiency in every technological convenience, Case in point, The internet's online automotive purchasing segment with its Autobytel and Cars.com.E-commerce, 11% bought their cars online, 9% through newspaper ads. Car shoppers are now empowered by the Internet. Most of the estimated 61 million consumers who bought a new or used cars last year began their search on the internet.
In 2004, Web sites generated 22%...
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Auto-Dispatch, Post Your Cars For Faster Service And Lower Prices
CalCruising Online Car Auctions announces the opening of "Auto-Dispatch" www.auto-dispatch.com. This new site addition is for consumers, dealers, collector and wholesalers who need to ship their cars within the United States and Canada. This new transport bulletin board will help people save money and get much faster service. And best of all membership is free. Here's how it works.
CalCruising has pre-registered close to 100 Auto Transporters who will compete for your business. Members can post their transports needs for free on the Auto-Dispatch bulletin board. Once a transport is posted registered truckers will bid on your car. Members will be notified by email of quotes as they are posted on the board. In many cases they will save hundreds of dollars and get their cars moved sooner than other online alternatives.
All Transporters who participate in Auto-Dispatch have been pre-approved and provided insurance and...
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Sports Cars for Sale
Sports cars are available for sale through dealers and auctions, and on the Internet. Auctions often advertise bargain prices, which they call wholesale rates. Many such prices are bait to attract unsuspecting customers, who end up paying extras like taxes, money for the fuel already in the car, valet charges and more. Therefore, it is better to exercise a little caution before going in for such ?deals.' You can help yourself by checking out the auction company's credibility, making inquiries about the car's price at other places, examining the car for defects, finalizing a budget for yourself, and familiarizing yourself with the auction procedure by attending other auctions.
If you choose to buy from a dealer you must conduct some research prior to visiting the showroom.
Find out about the car, other dealers who may be offering a better price, and other factors. Test-drive the car before you decide to buy it. Do not discuss your finances with the dealer;...
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UKIPHome Blog Interview Reveals Campbell Bannerman’s Small Government Vision for the UK Independence Party and Opposition to State Funding of Political Parties
(ContentDesk) July 24, 2006 -- In an interview with UKIPHome, the independent blog seeking to promote progressive reform within the UK Independence Party, Party Chairman and leadership candidate David Campbell Bannerman has detailed a clear, positive, small government, and perhaps small c conservative manifesto that could transform UKIPs fortunes.With the campaign to elect a new leader of the UK Independence Party in full swing, there has been much focus on UKIPs two most politically experienced...
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The Effects Of Exercise On Body Temperature
If you are having trouble sleeping, and you don't already have a regular exercise program, you should start one if you want to sleep better. Exercise is beneficial to sleep in several ways. For example, exercise raises the body temperature rhythm and allows your body temperatures to ?peak' at a higher level. This, in turn, increases your energy level during the day, so you'll feel more motivated and alive. And just as body temperature reach its maximum at a higher level through exercise, the body's...
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Credit Repair Services vs. 'Do-It-Yourself' Credit Repair
Millions of Americans suffer because of bad credit these days, and almost all of these people turn to the Internet for help. In the past 5 years hundreds of ?internet-based' credit repair services have sprung up , preying on consumers in need of real help. Most of these companies have built less than desirable reputations by over-promising and under-delivering; all the while taking millions of dollars from those in need. For this week's article I am going to compare ?internet based' credit repair...
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Diesel Generators
Fuels such as gasoline, diesel, propane or natural gas basically power home generators. Some models also have multi fuel capabilities and run on gasoline, propane or natural gas. The choice of the fuel will depend on the availability of the fuel in times of emergency, fuel consumed per kilowatt of power produced, maintenance of the generator and the comparative risk of storing the fuels.
Diesel generators consume comparatively less fuel per kilowatt of electricity produced and more...
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When You Give A Gift, It?s The Thought That Counts, Right?
It's a no-no to tell someone you don't like their gift because it's the thought that counts, right? Sure, but just how ?nice' are your thoughts towards your gift giver who doesn't listen in order to know what your likes and dislikes are? How disappointed are you when with anticipation you unwrap your gift to stare down at an ugly pair of socks, or when your husband of four years decides his wife would absolutely love a broom for Valentines Day?Gift giving is more than just the thought. It's the...
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