The Hawthorne Environmental Commission and Green Team created a Green Map to encourage people to get out and walk by highlighting routes linking residential areas to the train station, downtown areas, parks and recreation areas, historical sites, and schools. These routes would serve to boost physical activity, build community, and reduce vehicle congestion and pollution. Increased foot traffic would allow local shop owners, restaurateurs, healthcare professionals, and other entrepreneurs to promote and grow their business. The Green Map icons feature Hawthorne’s green living, nature, social and cultural resources.