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25 <br /> 2 017-2 022 Orange County Master Aging Plan <br /> 1.2.1h. Signs/trail markers are added at intersections of longer trails. <br /> RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES: DEAPR, OCDOA, OCAMS <br /> C, y. mm . Enhance the connectivity and maintenance of sidewalks and greenways to <br /> improve usability for older adults of all abilities. <br /> INDICATORS <br /> 1.2.2a.An inventory is created that details the number of missing sidewalks and includes a map of <br /> these sidewalk gaps. <br /> 1.2.2b. An inventory is created of the county's crosswalk network (including details on the following <br /> features: countdown time,flashing beacons, voice warnings, etc.) and gaps identified during the <br /> inventory process are remedied. <br /> 1.2.2c. Maps are available that show completed sidewalk routes within the towns of Chapel Hill, <br /> Carrboro and Hillsborough. <br /> 1.2.2d. Internship opportunities are created with university students to help complete the work. <br /> RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES:Town Public Works departments,with support from OCDOA, North Carolina <br /> Department of Transportation (NCDOT) <br /> C, y. mm." . Explore innovative design materials when constructing new sidewalks to <br /> improve usability for older adults of all abilities. <br /> INDICATORS <br /> 1.2.3a.The use of new materials, such as glow in the dark sidewalk paint, is encouraged to enhance <br /> usability of sidewalks for older adults. <br /> 1.2.3b. A pilot program is conducted to find best practices for using innovative materials. <br /> RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES:Town Public Works departments <br /> C, .1;2.4: Increase the availability of small-scale outdoor areas and gathering spaces. <br /> INDICATORS <br /> 1.2.4a.The number of areas without manmade constructions obstructing nature is increased. <br /> 1.2.4b. Permeable surface paving options (e.g., porous types such as that used in the NC Botanical <br /> Garden parking lot) are used in new paving done in natural areas. <br /> 1.2.4c. Intergenerational outdoor spaces and activity stations are established at the senior centers. <br /> 1.2.4d. New developments are mandated to include small-scale parks. <br /> 19 <br />