For their efforts to improve the lives of older adults and their families, AARP awarded Representative Doris Matsui and Representative Steven LaTourette with Legislative Leadership awards. The awards recognized both Congress members for championing federal Complete Streets legislation in the 111th Congress.
Earlier this week Smart Growth America asked our readers to weigh in on pedestrian unfriendly roads in their neighborhoods, and we’re excited to share the responses. We’ll be asking a new question next week – be sure to follow us on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook to join the discussion!
So: is there a road in your neighborhood that’s pedestrian unfriendly? If so, how would you change it? Here are some responses:
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If you’d like to learn more about making roads that work for everyone, visit Smart Growth America’s partner organization Complete Streets to learn more.
New Yorkers are lining up to support bills S1332 and A1863, known as “Brittany’s Law,” which would direct inclusion of all users in state transportation projects. The law takes its name from the tragic death of 14-year-old Brittany Vega, whose mother Sandi is tirelessly advocating for Complete Streets policies at the state and local level.
At our recent Strategy Meeting, the Coalition together to answer the question, “How can we ensure that half the states and 200 local communities take action to fully implement strong Complete Streets policies?”
Last week, we joined dozens of other organizations in urging the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations to support the interdepartmental collaboration and success of the Partnership for Sustainable Communities.
Ease into your Monday morning with inspiration and practical advice from experts in transforming community streets.
Looking for a way to put your passion for Complete Streets to work this summer? If you’re an undergraduate student or a recent grad based in the DC area, we’d love to have you on our team. Interns are a vital part of our staff, involved in everything from research to strategy to stapling. Our … Continued
A panel of Complete Streets leaders launched our 2011 Strategy Meeting and quickly set a high bar for the day. Panelists spoke on their experience at the local, regional, and state levels, sharing their methods and challenges with the 55 attendees.
While it “wonderful” may be an overstatement, with a half-dozen state legislatures looking at new Complete Streets bills this year, it is an exciting time for the Complete Streets movement.
Mark off an hour in your calendar next Wednesday, February 16 from 3:00p -4:00p ET. I’m joining Mark Cole, PE, Design Section Manager for the City of Charlotte, North Carolina for a webinar that will give an in-depth look at the latest Complete Streets best practices. I plan to cover some of the opportunities to build … Continued