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Complete Streets

Thursday, June 18th, 2009

We all owe Chris Bosley and the Ped/Bike Committee a big thank you for this policy.  

 

From the Complete Streets Newsletter:

First Policy in Idaho!
The Coeur d’Alene City Council unanimously adopted a complete streets policy (.pdf) on May 5. The adopted policy addresses streets, bridges, and public transportation stops in the community, with specific policies for rural areas. The City’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee aimed to have a long-term planning tool to facilitate accessibility for bicyclists and those with disabilities, as well as general multi-modalism. Councilman Goodlander commented that the policy is an opportunity for the city to move into the future, when cars are not the only way to travel.

 

This monthly newsletter issued by the National Complete Streets Coalition provides a roundup of news related to complete streets policies — policies to ensure that the entire right of way is routinely designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. Please pass it around! And visit www.completestreets.org to stay informed.