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Development of this blue-green corridor vision was a collaborative effort between OSU City Planning students, the Belize Association of Planners, Belize City Council and a variety of other stakeholders. The goal of this project was to develop a vision to unify recreational, green and ecological spaces in Belize City, with the intent of promoting sustainability, resilience, safety, and inclusivity of all Belizeans, particularly those in vulnerable communities. The city currently offers 47 parks and green spaces. Haulover Creek bisects the city into northern and southern portions, while a number of smaller canals cut through the city. Access to parks varies throughout the city, but tends to be most limited in lower income neighborhoods. This vision seeks to expand access to parks and to the blue-green corridor, providing connections to these amenities within 0.3km for all Belize City residents. Belize City is located on Belize's eastern coast in the Belize District. It is the most populous city in the country with approximately 57,000 residents. The country is bordered by Mexico to the north, Honduras to the west and south, and The Caribbean Sea to the east. The composition of Belize is truly multicultural and the country is home to: Chinese, Creole, East Indian, European, Garifuna, Maya, Mennonite, and Mestizo people. The city currently offers 47 parks and green spaces. Haulover Creek bisects the city into northern and southern portions, while a number of smaller canals cut through the city. Access to parks varies throughout the city, but tends to be most limited in lower income neighborhoods. This vision seeks to expand access to parks and to the blue-green corridor, providing connections to these amenities within 0.3km for all Belize City residents.