The Complete Streets bills passed the Senate and were just signed into law by Governor Granholm, becoming Public Acts 134 and 135 of 2010.
Complete Streets policies ensure that engineers and planners design roadways to accommodate all users, not just motorists. A complete street allows pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users and those with disabilities to easily and safely use roads in their communities.
Congratulations to everyone who helped make this possible! Bravo to the amazing coalition, led by the League of Michigan Bicyclists, the Michigan Environmental Council, and AARP.
Of course the work is just beginning. These bills really just set the stage for implementing Complete Streets throughout Michigan.