There are many exciting places to explore around Milwaukee, but they often require some form of transportation. With many neighborhoods and suburbs expanding outwards from the heart of the city, the metropolitan area has become unwalkable.
Other walkable cities have been proven to benefit social well-being, but the reliance on vehicles in Milwaukee is detrimental to social health. A study by researchers from Texas A&M University found that cities with pedestrian-centered neighborhoods have a greater sense of community and higher overall social cohesion compared to automobile-centered neighborhoods, which limit social interaction.
High reliance on automobiles can reduce people’s chances of socializing while walking outside, leading to a sense of isolation and anomie…