Jamestown, North Carolina Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
10/7/2021

Lead Agency: Town of Jamestown Livable Communities Committee

Age-Friendly Taskforce/Advisory Council/Commission

Action Plan Download

An action plan is based on the results of community surveys identifying needs within the 8 Domains of Livability that influence the health and quality of life of older adults. While there is flexibility in how a plan is created and what it will do, every action plan includes a statement about what can be achieved, target dates for goal completion, identification of participating organizations and indicators to measure progress. The action plan is an "active" rather than static document. Revisions and amendments are a sign of program improvement and progress.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Transportation

    Implement pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements at major intersections and put in place traffic calming interventions on Main Street.

  2. Outdoor Spaces

    Expand the local greenway network and develop connections with regional trail systems.

  3. Outdoor Spaces

    Establish gateways to Main Street to enhance the appearance of the downtown district.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Senior Resources of Guilford (2024)

High Point, NC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: Southwest High Point struggles with high chronic disease rates and limited car access, making safe walking routes essential. A walk audit brought residents, local leaders and advocates together to examine hazards near schools and recreation centers. The audit flagged broken sidewalks, missing crosswalks and inadequate signage. It also educated participants on pedestrian safety and empowered them to push for improvements. The effort prompted ongoing collaboration through Age-Friendly Guilford and local task forces, ensuring concerns like unsafe crossings on Taylor Avenue remain central to future infrastructure plans.

City of Greensboro Planning Department (2025)

Greensboro, NC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Pedestrian Safety

Description: A new high-visibility crosswalk with a flashing beacon will be installed at W. Elmsley Drive and Old Treybrook Drive. This project aims to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity for all ages and abilities.

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