COMPLETE STREETS Local Model Policy June 10, 2015
10 Elements 1.Vision 2.All users, all modes 3.All phases 4.All agencies 5.Specifies and limits exceptions 6.Emphasizes connectivity 7.Best and latest design standards 8.Context-sensitive 9.Sets performance measures 10.Implementation steps
1. Vision What is the compelling reason for complete streets for your community?
2. All Users, All Modes
3. All Projects, All Phases
4. All Agencies Many agencies build and maintain – State – Local – Private developers Multiple departments Other agencies have stakes
5. Specifies and Limits Exceptions Accommodations not necessary where: Specific users are prohibited Cost of accommodation is excessively disproportionate There is a documented absence of current and future need
6. Emphasizes Connectivity
7. Best and Latest Design Standards
8. Context-Sensitive
9. Sets Performance Measures The [City/County] will publicly report on the annual increase or decrease for each performance measure compared to the previous year(s). These measures can include: Rate of crashes, injuries and fatalities by mode; Percentage of transit stops accessible via sidewalks and curb ramps; Number of approved and denied exceptions; Completion of Safe Routes to School projects; Total miles of on-street bicycle facilities; Total miles of off-street bicycle facilities; Bicycle and pedestrian counts; and, Other relevant measures.
10. Implementation Steps A written policy is not the final step Direction and timelines Project selection and prioritization Training and education Process updates and revisions
Next Steps gov/mayors-challenge
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