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January 1, 2012

Location Oregon

Organization Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council, Commute Options, Crook County Health Services, Warm Springs Tribe, Deschutes County Health Services

This project explored how a coordinated regional transit system might impact health disparities in the Central Oregon counties of Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook. The HIA focused on impacts to health through opportunities for physical activity and access to healthy foods, health care services, and employment, as well as safety.

Commute Options presented at a meeting of the Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation in July 2012.

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At A Glance

Status:

Completed
Publication date:

2012
Decision-making levels:

Regional
Sectors:

Planning and zoning, Transportation
Additional topic areas:

Food and nutrition, Land-use planning
Drivers of health:

Diet and physical activity, Access to services/medical care, Employment, Safe street infrastructure, Safe and accessible active transportation routes, Safe and affordable parks and recreational facilities
Affected populations:

Children, Economically disadvantaged, Older adults, Individuals with disabilities
Community types:

Urban, Suburban, Rural
Research methods:

Literature review, Primary research
Funding source:

Other funding