Caltrans Embraces Complete Streets on the Central Coast

Over the last few years, there has been quite a buzz around the concept of Complete Streets. Coined by Barbara McCann almost ten years ago to replace the wonky term, Routine Accommodation, the concept has galvanized communities to think about planning roadways for all travelers including bicyclists of all comfort levels, people on foot, and those using public transit. To date, 26 states and 352 regional and local jurisdictions around the United States have adopted some form of Complete Streets policy, with strong efforts being made for adoption at the national level.