Florida Department of Transportation Releases Complete Streets Implementation Plan

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Passing a Complete Streets policy is a great first step for many cities and states address multi-modal transportation issues; however, implementation and enforcement are often difficult.  For many years, Florida (24.1% Latino) ranked among the most dangerous states in the nation for pedestrians.

In September 2014, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) adopted a Complete Streets policy to help make streets safer-Florida ranked among the most dangerous states in the nation for pedestrians. FDOT then partnered with Smart Growth America‘s National Complete Streets Coalition program and through their Multimodal Development and Delivery technical assistance process developed an implementation plan for the state. In just over a year after adopting a Complete Streets policy, on December 7, 2015, FDOT released its Complete Streets Implementation Plan.

Latinos are more likely to live in areas with fewer safe places to walk and bike, thus are less physically active and at increased risk for numerous health problems. It is important for cities and states to ensure equitable access to safe places to walk and bike through infrastructure improvements-like Complete Streets. Additionally, it is important to ensure that Complete Streets transportation projects are equitably distributed to benefit communities with the highest need.

The FDOT Complete Streets Implementation Plan is a two-year, milestone-tracking commitment to change the road design and building process in Florida, with a focus on improving safety, promoting economic development, and enhancing quality of life for all residents. The plan outlines a five-part process to ensure that all user’s needs are addressed:

1. Revising guidance, standards, manuals, policies, and other documents
2. Updating decision-making processes
3. Modifying approaches for measuring performance
4. Managing internal and external communications and collaboration during implementation
5. Providing ongoing education and training

Learn more about FDOT Complete Streets Implementation Plan here.

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