I challenge you to take about 16 minutes to watch this video on #walkable #cities. This is a great argument for a walkable city. Watch it for the children, watch it for America, watch it for yourself. Then... get involved!
For the last 15 years, I have lived in a walkable neighborhood. I've been able to slide on my flip-flops and walk to the shops I need most such as grocery stores, drug stores, banks, restaurants and more. I've lived 2 blocks away from the San Diego Trolley and one block away from a major hardware store. In my opinion, because of these walkable environments, my life has been less stressful, more healthy and more economical than had I lived in a non-walkable neighborhood. Shopping has been a breeze, I've gotten exercise and saved money on transportation. You do not have to agree with me, but I believe, there is no better way to live than in an area that has enough mix of the things you need within an easy short walk.
If you would like to discuss walkable cities/neighborhoods with me or work on a walkability project together, please feel free contact me.
Christopher