RV 2014: Complete Streets- From Policy to Implementation by Stephanie Seskin
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The document discusses the Complete Streets initiative, focusing on policy implementation and the importance of creating safe, balanced environments for all users. It emphasizes the need for political will, accountability in planning, and the sharing of knowledge to drive successful outcomes. Additionally, it highlights the role of various organizations in promoting Complete Streets practices and ensuring that design choices are thoughtful and inclusive.
RV 2014: Complete Streets- From Policy to Implementation by Stephanie Seskin
- 1. Complete Streets: Policy to Implementation (Completely) Stefanie Seskin National Complete Streets Coalition RailVolution 2014 Ÿ Sept 22, 2014
- 6. Who, now? AARP Alliance for Biking & Walking America Walks American Planning Association APTA American Society of Landscape Architects Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals Institute of Transportation Engineers National Association of City Transportation Officials National Association of Realtors NelsonNygaard Smart Growth America SRAM Stantec SvR Design Company 6
- 7. Promote policies & practices that: • Ensure safety • Encourage “balance” • Are aware of the larger context • Consider networks • Respect people 7
- 8. Our work • Establish “standard” practice • Provide training & direct assistance • Develop leadership 8
- 9. Policy adoption & issue awareness 9
- 10. “Change requires intent and effort.” 10
- 11. Complete Streets success 1. Political will 2. Clear path forward 3. Ownership within agency 11
- 12. Activities: • Plan & be accountable • Change the way you make decisions • Allow (encourage!) critical thinking in design choices • Share Complete Streets knowledge • Measure your efforts 12
- 13. Proliferation of tools & guidance 13
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- 15. Thanks! smartgrowthamerica.org completestreets.org sseskin@completestreets.org 15