We’re holding our annual Complete Streets Dinner on January 24, 2012 in Washington, DC — and we want you to join us! You’ll network with top minds in the field, including our featured guest Roy Kienitz, formerly of the U.S. Department of Transportation under Secretary Ray LaHood.
In a major step forward for Complete Streets, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation passed a federal transportation authorization bill that includes a measure for the safe accommodation of all users in federally-funded street projects.
On Wednesday, a U.S. Senate committee will vote on a Complete Streets amendment to the proposed federal transportation authorization bill. This is the first time in over six years that our federal representatives will vote on Complete Streets language — and it’s timely, given the recent statistics on roadway safety.
Wtih an eye toward health, the City of San Antonio recently approved a Complete Streets policy.
The U.S. Senate appears ready to start talking about a long-term federal transportation authorization bill, and we’re ready to see how well it will promote safety for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or how they choose to travel.
The Model Design Manual for Living Streets is a new and important resource for communities looking to implement their Complete Streets policy. Reflecting national best practices in multimodal street design and environmental sustainability, it should be a tool in any city’s toolbox.
The Coalition is always looking for new ways to share our knowledge and help communities “get it right” with their Complete Streets work. We’re excited to partner on two new initiatives to bring technical assistance to even more communities.
An extensive and wide-reaching campaign for a Complete Streets policy in Billings, Montana hit its mark late last month. Montana’s biggest city joins three others in committing to safer, healthier streets for all.
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that he would sign the state’s Complete Streets (S5411.A/A8366) bill into law.
As major decisions on federal transportation loom, and with Members of Congress back in their districts for August recess, now is a great time to talk to your representatives about all the benefits of Complete Streets and ask them to support the Safe and Complete Streets Act of 2011.