Category Archives: Live

Meet Marylou

Posted on September 10, 2014 by dotgadmin

I only fill my gas tank about every two months and my car insurance is lower because I don’t drive to work. It is quicker for me to walk than to drive. Continue reading →

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Meet Jamie

Posted on August 27, 2014 by dotgadmin

Walk downtown Tacoma! There are so many hidden gems! Continue reading →

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Meet Sheryl

Posted on August 13, 2014 by dotgadmin

Focus on the positive and take your time. You learn a lot about the dynamics of the area or city you thought you knew so well before. Continue reading →

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Meet Jake

Posted on June 10, 2014 by dotgadmin

Jake says the best part of living downtown is the availability of things to do within walking distance. Continue reading →

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Meet Karen & Dick

Posted on April 9, 2014 by dotgadmin

Karen and Dick try out downtown living to downsize their space and their commutes Continue reading →

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REASON #11: No Parking

Posted on September 19, 2012 by dotgadmin

Driving downtown and making it to work on time can be challenging enough. Then you have to park. Playing the odds to find the perfect spot can become a game, but it’s a game you’ll never win as long as … Continue reading →

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REASON #10: Know your neighbors

Posted on March 14, 2012 by dotgadmin

When you walk in your neighborhood, whether you’re walking to a bus stop, to work or to the local grocery store, you get to know the people in your neighborhood and discover spots you might not have known. You’ll connect … Continue reading →

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REASON #9: Socialize

Posted on May 5, 2011 by dotgadmin

Ever wish you had more time to do those things you never get to do just for you? Or wish you could spend some face-to-face time with people instead of just checking their status on Facebook? The average Puget Sound … Continue reading →

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REASON #8: Employee Well-Being

Posted on January 31, 2011 by dotgadmin

Why should employers encourage their employees to kick their cars to the curb? Employee well-being, according to a recent study using the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index. The study finds that employees with long commutes are more likely to have back and … Continue reading →

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REASON #7: Carbon Emissions

Posted on January 31, 2011 by dotgadmin

The United States holds 5% of the world’s population, yet drives 1/3 of its automobiles, and emits almost half of the world’s automotive CO2.* As well, transportation in the U.S. is the fastest growing source of U.S. greenhouse gases at … Continue reading →

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