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For each of our Coalition Meetings in 2022, Health by Design is focusing on one of our four core program areas. This year we've covered walking and biking, and our next Coalition Meeting will highlight the role of land use in building active, healthy communities!

We'll be joined by Tocarra Thomas, the Director of Land Use and Development at Smart Growth America, to learn about Form Based Codes and other Smart Growth America projects. Tim Corcoran, the Director of Planning and Community Resources for the City of South Bend, which was recognized for Zoning Code Reform in 2021, will also present. We'll open the floor with plenty of time for updates from partners who are advancing active living around the state.

Ever wondered how built environment decisions are made in Indianapolis? Have an idea for a tactical urbanism project, but don’t know where to start? Join Health by Design, the Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center and the Indianapolis Department of Public Works for a public information session on August 16th! This session will cover DPW’s role in the city and local tactical urbanism policy. Register to join this virtual conversation through INRC.

Health by Design is excited to welcome our new Active Transportation Safety Manager, Rebecca Payne! Rebecca is the champion of our statewide Road to Zero work. Based out of Bloomington, Indiana, Rebecca is finishing her Master of Public Health degree at IU Bloomington and brings so much expertise to the team. Make sure to welcome her if you see her at a Health by Design meeting!

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced the winners of the Inclusive Design Challenge, a nationwide competition to provide people with disabilities with equal access to automated vehicles. Purdue University's team won $1 million for their universal design approach to automated vehicles, with the creation of their "Efficient, Accessible, and Safe Interaction in a Real Integrated Design Environment for Riders with Disabilities" or EASI RIDER. Learn about their design, which includes Smart Ramps, inclusive dashboard features, and more.

Be part of Indy’s biggest cycling weekend by participating in IU Health Momentum Indy’s free Honor Major Taylor Ride presented by Zipp on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 9 a.m. The ride offers routes of 14, 30 or 62 miles, with all routes passing the Major Taylor mural on East Washington Street and the Major Taylor Velodrome. Some of the pros in town for the weekend’s two crits – the Mass Ave Crit presented by First Internet Bank and Indy Crit – will also participate in the Honor Major Taylor Ride. Those seeking a more leisurely journey can join the Mini Major Taylor Ride presented by PNC, a 4-mile excursion along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Register today!

Health by Design turns 16 on August 21st! We're celebrating another year of advocating for communities in Indiana and beyond have neighborhoods, public spaces, and infrastructure that promote healthy, active living. Consider joining the celebration by making a donation to support our work!

Health by Design continues to extend condolences to all affected by the recent high-profile, fatal vehicle collision in Elkhart County that involved U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski and three others. We echo the sentiments offered by the National Safety Council that this incident and the rising tide of traffic violence throughout Indiana and the nation are preventable. We are working formally with the Road to Zero Coalition through a Community Traffic Safety Grant, Change at the Crossroads of America: Indiana's Road to Zero, to support state and local partners in eliminating traffic fatalities. Join us in fostering a strong safety culture and adopting Safe System strategies so that Hoosiers can avoid injury and death on our roadways, regardless of whether they travel by foot, mobility device, bike, transit or motor vehicle. 

Kim Irwin, Health by Design’s Executive Director and the Indiana Public Health Association’s Administrator, will be on sabbatical beginning October 2022. Leading up to this well-deserved time of rest and renewal, please make sure all communications directed to Kim also have relevant staff looped in. During sabbatical, you can use the staff directory to communicate with the appropriate Health by Design team member.

Upcoming Opportunities:

Resources, Events & Webinars:

• August 18: Creating Equitable and Sustainable Urban Heritage Tourism Districts Webinar
• August 21: Health by Design's birthday! (We're turning 16!)
• August 23: Managing the Climate Crisis - Designing and Building for Floods, Heat, Drought, and Wildfire Webinar
• August 23: Building Density for Everyday Life 880 Cities Webinar
• August 24: Fair Housing & Disability virtual workshop from the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana

• September 7-10: NACTO's Designing Cities 2022 Conference
• September 7-8: White River Alliance Indiana Water Summit
• September 10: Indianapolis Art on the Greenways Tour
• September 21-23: Park People Conference
• September 21-22: AARP Housing for People of All Ages workshop
• September 22: Car Free Day!
• September 27-30: Indiana's Preserving Historic Places Conference
• September 28-30: Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Planning Conference



• October 4-6 Indiana MPO Conference
• October 11: Indiana voter registration deadline. Are you registered to vote?
• October 12: Early voting begins. Make a plan to vote early!
• October 12: Walk & Roll to School Day
• October 19-21: INCOST Conference and 5311 Annual Meeting in Shipshewana
• October 27: Deadline to apply to vote by mail in Indiana
• October: Project for Public Spaces Virtual "Placemaking: Making it Happen" Training)

• November 8: Election Day (Last chance to cast your vote!)
• November 15-17: Safe Routes to School Summit - More info soon!

• The National Recreation and Park Association offers a Equity in Practice Resource Library to support learning about equity concepts in parks and recreation functions.

Jobs & Professional Development:

• Marion County Public Health Department Cardiovascular/Active Living Program Manager
• Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of State Parks Grant Coordinator
• Thrive West Central Senior Planner & GIS Analyst
• Various roles available with KIPDA
• MACOG Community Development Planner
• MACOG AmeriCorps Program
• City of Columbus Associate or Senior Planner
• Hendricks County Senior Planner

Funding, Projects & Awards:

• Due August 31: Foundation for Rural Service Community Grant program
• Due August 31: Community Crossings Matching Grant

• Due September 2: Submissions for the FBCI Form-Based Codes Award
• Due September 15: Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program

• Due October 5: Indiana Office of Community & Rural Affairs Historic Renovation Grant Program
• Due October 13: US Department of Transportation Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Request for Funding

• Due November 30: Greenways Foundation accepting applications for Indiana trail projects

Public Input:

• St. Joseph County is creating a new comprehensive plan. Visit their website for info on public engagement process!

• The 2022 City of Indianapolis Citizen Feedback Survey determines what types of projects and programs to fund with the federal housing and community development grants it received. Make your voice heard here.