COMPLETE STREETSLocal Model Policy

June 10, 2015

10 Elements

1. Vision2. All users, all modes3. All phases4. All agencies5. Specifies and limits

exceptions

6. Emphasizes connectivity7. Best and latest design standards8. Context-sensitive9. Sets performance measures10. 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

http://www.transportation.gov/mayors-challenge

Next Steps

http://www.dmampo.org/complete-streets

Next Steps