PIONEERING A HEALTHIER MARSHALL

Pioneering a Healthier Marshall (PHM) is a community-based coalition that is part of a national YMCA initiative, YMCA Activate America: Pioneering Healthier Communities.  It is based on proven community models that are successful in creating sustained community-wide improvements in health, particularly combating obesity and inactivity.  PHM's coalition was founded in November, 2005 and includes the City of Marshall; Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center; Marshall Public Schools; Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Pipestone Public Health; Western Community Action, Inc.; Hy-Vee.; The Schwan Food Company; Bremer Bank, Southwest Service Cooperative,  and the Marshall Area YMCA.

Since its inception, PHM has conducted 15 activities and events serving over 2,250 people.  One of PHM’s strengths is the wide community involvement and strong partnerships.  PHM is currently working with the City of Marshall on the continued development of a comprehensive city-wide pedestrian and bikeway plan. Much work has been completed over the last year and will continue through 2011. 

For questions regarding the PHM coalition and the work we do, please contact Tim Olson or Cindy Rosa at the Marshall Area YMCA by calling 507-532-9622.