This HIA was intended to provide an impartial assessment of the health impacts of the redevelopment, based on currently available information. It was also hoped that this HIA would (1) increase awareness among regional decision-makers and stakeholders regarding the many factors that impact health and (2) encourage local and regional discussion surrounding how to define and plan for a healthy community.
We do not expect the Turner Field redevelopment to be a panacea for the neighborhoods proximate to NPU-V. However, the redevelopment can help promote the health of these residents in a wide variety of ways. Given anticipated health pathways from peer-reviewed literature and community feedback in this HIA, we advise decision makers to include a comprehensive HIA in future redevelopment proposals, including setting aside the necessary funding for its appropriate performance. That HIA should seek ongoing participation among community members, allowing them the opportunity to vocalize their health concerns and the developer(s) an opportunity to meet those concerns.
Appendix A. Sociodemographic and Health Maps
All maps were produced by categorizing NPU by quartiles for the given attribute of interest.
Percent of Population of Minority Race/Ethnicity Status, 2010
Percent of Civilian Labor Force Unemployed, 2008-2012
Median Household Income, 2008-2012
Percent of Population in Poverty, 2008-2012
Percent of Population with less than a High School Diploma or GED, 2008-2012
Percent of Population with No Health Insurance Coverage, 2008-2012
Number of Violent Crimes, 2009-2013
Percent of Households with No Vehicles Available, 2008-2012
Mean Travel Time to Work among Persons 16 and older, 2008-2012
Percent of Residents within 0.25 Mile radius of a Retail and Restaurant Cluster
Percent of Residents within 0.25 Mile radius of a Bus Stop or 0.5 Mile radius of a Transit Stop
Percent of Housing Units Where Renter/Owner Costs are 30% or More of Household Income, 2008-2012
Percent of Vacant Housing Units, 2008-2012
Percent of Housing Units Built in 1979 or Earlier, 2008-2012
Appendix B. Data Tables and Figures
The Atlanta Braves have announced they will be leaving Turner Field in the near future. The land that is currently occupied by Turner Field and parking lots will be redeveloped, according to the City.* We** are assessing the health impact of the proposal by Carter Company and Georgia State University to redevelop Turner Field. We are interested in understanding the concerns of residents who live near Turner Field on the redevelopment, so we are conducting a survey. To get your perspective on how the redevelopment may affect your neighborhood, we ask residents of NPU-V and neighborhoods near Turner Field to participate in this survey. All individual answers will be kept private. No personal information will be collected in this survey. The results will be summarized and included in the assessment report. The results of our assessment will be shared with the NPU-V and neighborhood association leadership.
*http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2014/05/07/carter-gsu-propose-300m-turner-field-redevelopment.html Click here to read a news article about the proposed redevelopment.
**We are graduate students in a public health class at Georgia State University (PH 7300). This is a course project and is not in any way connected to Georgia State’s administration or the redevelopment proposal. Please click the "Next" button if you wish to participate and to continue to the survey questions.
The redevelopment of Turner Field has the potential to affect the health of the residents of nearby neighborhoods.
The redevelopment of Turner Field has the potential to improve the health of the residents of nearby neighborhoods.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Green space
Green space refers to areas covered with trees, shrubs, grass, or other plants or natural features, trails through these areas, gardens, and/or parks set apart for recreation (i.e. play or free time).
My neighborhood would be a better place if more green space was present.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Please describe your concerns with the impact of the Turner Field redevelopment on green space in your neighborhood.[Text]
A job in a safe work environment provides income, benefits, and stability. On the other hand, job loss and unemployment often mean stress, loss of income, and the risk of poor health.
My neighborhood would be a better place if more job opportunities for residents were available in the community.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Please describe your concerns with the impact of the Turner Field redevelopment on jobs in your neighborhood.[Text]
Food choices and availability are important in determining one’s eating habits and nutrition. Food sources can include stores, gardens, farmer’s markets, food pantries, restaurants, schools, and other places.
My neighborhood would be a better place if the food available in my neighborhood was more affordable.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
My neighborhood would be a better place if the food available in my neighborhood included healthier choices.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
My neighborhood would be a better place if healthy food choices were more accessible (within walking distance).
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Please describe your concerns with the Turner Field redevelopment on food choices and availability in your neighborhood.[Text]
Housing and Affordability
Affordability of housing is important so that residents have the opportunity to live in good, stable housing that allows access to jobs, commerce, recreation, and schools.
My neighborhood would be a better place if more healthy housing options were available.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
I am concerned about whether I would be able to afford to stay in my current home after the Turner Field redevelopment.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Please describe your concerns with the Turner Field redevelopment on housing and affordability in your neighborhood.[Text]
Some types of transportation may increase pollution and injury risk. Transportation choices affect the opportunity for physical activity and the risk of obesity.
My neighborhood would be a better place if transportation options included alternatives to driving, such as sidewalks, bike lanes, and public transportation.
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Strongly Disagree
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Disagree
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Neither Agree nor Disagree
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Agree
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Strongly Agree
Please describe your concerns with the impact of the Turner Field redevelopment on transportation in your neighborhood.[Text]
GENERAL
Please rank your concerns about Turner Field redevelopment from greatest concern to lowest concern. (Click on the concern and move to the correct rank. The top spot is for the greatest concern.)
______ Green space
______ Employment
______ Food
______ Housing and Property Value
______ Transportation
______ Something else:
What else would you like us to know about your concerns regarding improving health and the Turner Field redevelopment? [Text]
What neighborhood do you live in?
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Adair Park
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Capitol Homes
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Mechanicsville
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Peoplestown
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Pittsburgh
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Summerhill
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Some other neighborhood: ____________________
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