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Matthews, NC
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: This project will replace an older pedestrian beacon with a rectangular rapid‑flashing beacon at a busy mid‑block crossing near an community for older adults. The upgrade will make drivers more likely to stop and improve access to the greenway.
Tucson, AZ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: This project will provide portable wheelchair ramps to enhance mobility and independence for older adults. It will help residents access homes and public spaces, reducing isolation and fostering community participation.
Williston, ND
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: The city will test traffic circles at three local intersections that are difficult to cross on foot. Crews will collect speed and traffic data before and after installation and survey nearby residents to assess whether the design improves safety and traffic flow.
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Bensenville, IL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: Two walk audits will review routes in and around Redmond Park with community members age 50 and older. The findings will guide safety improvements to make park and street access easier.
Maywood, IL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Bikeability
Description: Many Maywood residents lacked affordable bike maintenance, limiting mobility for commuters, older adults and unhoused individuals who depend on bicycles. To address this, the library installed a public repair station with eight tethered tools and a manual air pump near its entrance, creating free access for routine and complex fixes. Within days, residents were using the station, helping older adults stay active and connected to local trails. The project also complements the Healthy Maywood initiative, promoting safe, low-cost transportation options for the community.
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