Drowning in Debt: A Health Impact Assessment of How Payday Loan Reforms Improve the Health of Minnesotas Most Vulnerable (Full Report)

This Health Impact Assessment (HIA) looks at the compelling evidence of the harm caused by payday loans to the health and mental health of borrowers, their families, and their communities. It shows that reforms to payday lending – including elimination of the practice in the state – will help slow the drain on individual and community resources, reducing stress and preventing further harm to health and well-being

Drowning in Debt: A Health Impact Assessment of How Payday Loan Reforms Improve the Health of Minnesotas Most Vulnerable (Executive Summary)

This Health Impact Assessment (HIA) looks at the compelling evidence of the harm caused by payday loans to the health and mental health of borrowers, their families, and their communities. It shows that reforms to payday lending – including elimination ofthe practice in the state – will help slow the drain on individual and community resources, reducing stress and preventing further harm to health and well-being

Streetscape Features Related to Pedestrian Activity

By measuring twenty streetscape features and numerous other variables for 588 blocks in New York City, we were able to identify variables that explain pedestrian traffic volumes. We found significant positive correlations between three out of twenty streetscape features with pedestrian counts after controlling for density and other built environmental variables. The significant streetscape features are the proportion of windows on the street, the proportion of active street frontage, and the number of pieces of street furniture. This study provides guidance for streetscape projects that aim to create walkable streets and pedestrian-friendly environments

Measuring Urban DesignMetrics for Livable Places /

VIII, 188 p.online resource