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Once you've logged in, click "add new" to post a comment, or click on an existing post's title to read and/or reply. en-US Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:21:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/search.php http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/joint-use-challenges-in-rural-settings#post-11 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:29:41 +0000 gislas 11@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>I would like to offer another perspective on joint use — a perspective that makes more sense for those of us working in rural settings. Central California often conjures images of open farm land and what might be perceived as plentiful opportunities for recreation. But the truth is that we are just as — if not more — challenged in finding safe places for our children to play as any other region within California. School space is often the only green space in our rural communities. Therefore increasing access to that school space in rural settings is really essential to addressing the heart of the challenges we face in Central California. Joint use in rural contexts has to be defined as more than just joint use as a collaborative agreement between agencies but also collaboration between community itself and schools. What do others think? Are there ways we can increase public access to school space in places where partnering agencies do not exist? How do we build these collaborations with community members themselves? </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/abandoned-school-site-transition-experiences#post-41 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:52:40 +0000 jenrice 41@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>Hello all, </p> <p>In the City of Eureka, three schools serving the lowest income neighborhoods in the county (in a low-income county) have closed. One of them is the subject of a bit of a war between the neighbors -- who would like the Jefferson School site to become a much-needed park and host a number of community-driven projects and educational programs -- and other development interests, some of whom don't want to see any public funds 'wasted' on this vision and others who represent the local community college, who is assertively pursuing purchase of the site and is not willing to work with the neighbors to create project that would meet some of the neighborhood needs. The neighborhood is in a race to come up with at least $400K, and is hoping the redevelopment agency will match with $200K. The City Manager told the neighborhood that he'd never heard of a community seeking out private loans for a neighborhood investment like this, and I'm wondering if any of you have similar stories to share. </p> <p>Thanks for your time and help!<br /> Jen Rice </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/assembly-bill-2705-outlook-for-joint-use#post-37 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:17:00 +0000 hgehlert 37@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>Hi everyone, I just saw that a new bill has been introduced that could make it easier for communities to apply for joint use funds. Does anyone know more details about the bill or its timeline? I'm curious to know how it compares to the Torlakson bill. </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/joint-use-leadership#post-13 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:36:18 +0000 martin_gonzalez 13@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>What does it take to build the partnerships necessary to develop and implement joint use agreements? For collaboration to work those involved need to believe that it will result in win-win situations; that it maximizes financial resources; that it avoids duplication of public facilities; that it enhances programs and allows for expansion; and finally, that it unites the community and presents a united community image. What do others think? Anyone have good examples of how this has worked, or difficult situations they've encountered? </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/mark-your-calendars-joint-use-events#post-22 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:49:43 +0000 hgehlert 22@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>Hi everyone! Registration is open for the Oct. 5 School Wellness Conference on nutrition, physical activity, safe routes to school, and joint use. Conference is in Anaheim, Calif. Go to <a href="http://swc.csba.org">http://swc.csba.org/</a> for more details.</p> <p><strong>Know of another joint-use-related event? Post it here by replying to this thread!</strong> </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/new-bill-would-make-it-easier-for-californians-to-be-active#post-3 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:42:01 +0000 mmartinez 3@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>In so many parts of California, we see nothing but rows of stores, chain malls, and freeways galore. When our communities are laid out in ways that make pavement more accessible than park space, it’s not surprising that so many of us are having a tough time getting the exercise we need to be healthy. The problem is even worse in communities of color, where there is much less open space, so it’s even harder to be active. We know we need more sidewalks, more parks, more places to walk and play. The thing is, there's an immediate answer right under our nose: joint use, the idea that we can share spaces that are already there. If your community is lucky enough to have school grounds with green grass, jungle bars, a slide -- isn’t it silly to let those facilities go unused most hours of the week when they could be used by families and children? The smart thing to do is open school grounds after hours so communities can be more physically active. We can do this now by creating joint use agreements. At CPEHN, we feel strongly that joint use agreements will improve kids’ health in communities across California, especially in places that have the fewest resources to help people be healthy. That’s why we’re supporting a new bill from Assemblymember Torlakson that would make it easier for all communities to make the most of the resources they already have.  </p> http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/topic/how-the-media-report-on-joint-use#post-26 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:16:41 +0000 hgehlert 26@http://www.jointuse.org/discuss/ <p>At Berkeley Media Studies Group, we monitor how the media report on public health issues because the news plays a large role in shaping public opinion and public policy. For the last two months, I’ve been monitoring both national and California-based publications for articles about joint use. The problem is there is very little news on the subject. Between June and July, mainstream national papers didn’t publish any articles on joint use. California papers weren’t much better. I found seven stories, two of which are no longer readily accessible online. Of the five articles still available, four were told from a financial perspective, typically regarding how much a joint use project will cost, with no analysis of whether it’s a smart use of resources.</p> <p>The articles also lacked any focus on physical activity or health even though joint use has strong ties to both. Reporters are clearly interested in writing about health -- the news is filled with articles about rising obesity rates, menu labeling legislation and health care reform -- but the media are missing the boat on joint use. </p> <p>Research shows that joint use can encourage physical activity by providing adults and kids alike with a safe place to exercise and play. This leaves public health advocates with a challenge to get joint use on reporters’ radars and show that it is more than a line item in a budget -- it’s a health issue.</p> <p>Has anyone seen articles that effectively frame joint use from a health perspective? If so, please share them! </p>