Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.
Impact
The implications of S09749 are significant for state transportation practices, reflecting a broader commitment to integrating multimodal transportation systems. By institutionalizing the concept of complete street design in state-funded projects, the bill aims to enhance overall mobility within communities and potentially reduce accidents involving non-motorized users. This could lead to long-term benefits, including improved public health outcomes through enhanced opportunities for walking and cycling, as well as economic advantages for communities with better transport infrastructures.
Summary
Bill S09749 aims to amend the highway law of New York to require the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects that receive federal or state funding. This legislation emphasizes the need for projects to accommodate all users of the road network—including motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists, and public transportation users—thereby promoting accessibility and safety for people of all ages. The bill mandates that prior to the planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation of these projects, agencies must take into account complete street design features, although it specifically excludes resurfacing, maintenance, or pavement recycling activities from its scope.
Contention
Notably, discussions around the bill may raise questions regarding the balance of expenditures on transportation projects. Critics could argue that the additional requirements for incorporating complete street design might increase the costs and timelines for project completion. Proponents, however, would likely counter that the initial investment in comprehensive design will yield greater societal benefits in the long run, including decreased reliance on automobiles, better environmental outcomes, and enhanced community connectivity. As with many legislative initiatives, S09749 reflects a tension between innovative urban planning and fiscal responsibility.
Same As
Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.
Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.
Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.
Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.
Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.
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