1. The Economic and Health Benefits of Walkable, Bikeable Communities MML Annual Convention 2014 June 11, 2014

2. Marisa Jones, MS mjones@institutephi.org

3. Health Benefits of Walking and Biking Tone and build muscles Vitamin D Heart Waistline Prevent/manage various chronic conditions Improve mood

5. Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure is good for business

6. Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure can spur private investment

7. Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure is good for property values

8. Especially among Millenials

9. Walking and Biking can be accidental exercise

10. Biking and Walking can save residents money that they put back into your local economy

12. $84/month on metro OR $75/year Capital Bikeshare membership = $78/month I have in my pocket to put back into economy

13. Biking and Walking make sense for the physical and fiscal health of your community

14. Resources Available to Maryland’s Cities & Towns HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign Heritage Areas (12 in State) Maryland Main Streets Smart Growth America Local Leaders Council Safe Routes to School