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2019 AARP Community Challenge Grantee

Project Category

Transportation

Project Description

This project will utilize placemaking tools to begin making small scale, low cost but high impact changes -- including traffic calming and beautifying area fences -- making it safer and more accessible to all users, particularly older adults and pedestrians with disabilities.

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Philadelphia, PA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2019

Project Category: Housing

Description: The eviction prevention landlord-tenant mediation program will utilize mediation, financial assistance, information, and referrals to reach mutually agreeable solutions in landlord-tenant disputes, reduce eviction and displacement, and foster vibrant, inclusive communities for residents of all income levels.

Kennett Square, PA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: This project will add barriers, parklets, benches, and creative sidewalk markings to beatify State Street at the heart of town while allowing all residents to safely social distance.

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