Facilities that may be found on a Complete street include sidewalks, bicycle lanes and/or markings, special bus lanes, transit stops, frequent pedestrian crossing opportunities, median islands, pedestrian signals, curb extensions and more. Complete Streets promote pedestrian, bicycle and public transportation as alternatives to automobile travel to reduce environmental impacts, reduce traffic congestion and improve safety for all users and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Legislation
In August, 2011, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Complete Streets Act, which requires state, county and local agencies to consider the convenience and mobility of all users when developing transportation projects that receive state and federal funding.