Project Overview
Priority Group: Livable Communities
Reach: 66,000+ residents in Walker County
Goal: Improve health outcomes for Walker County while enhancing the economic vitality and livability of the community.
Primary Metric: Percent of Walker County residents with increased access to spaces for physical activity
Partners: Walker County Health Action Partnership, Walker County Commission, Alabama Scenic River Trail, Walker Area Community Foundation
Proven Success:
- Walker County Commission adopted a resolution in June of 2015 to designate four waterways in Walker County as part of the Alabama Scenic River Trail.
- Walker County Lake has developed a master plan for improvements of community recreational facilities, and implementation is underway. Learn more here: http://www.uwca.org/our-impact/health/walker-county-lake/