The Community Health Needs Assessment report released in 2013 by the Trenton Health Team, identified obesity/healthy lifestyles; safety and crime; chronic disease and health literacy/disparities as critical health issues needing community-wide attention. Of particular concern were the problems associated with childhood obesity. In February 2014, the City of Trenton launched Trenton250, a process designed to comprehensively rewrite the City’s Master Plan. The City recently adopted Trenton250 Master Plan Vision Element which, among other goals, imagines a city where its residents have the opportunity to live a healthy life in a healthy environment, with access to locally grown fresh foods; high-quality healthcare facilities; safe, well-designed and maintained public spaces; and a diverse array of active recreation.

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