Just got this info from a client and thought I'd pass it along: Illinois Passes 'Complete Streets' FEDERAL LEGISLATION MAY BE INTRODUCED IN 2008 The Illinois legislature voted overwhelmingly to override Gov. Rod Blagojevich's veto of legislation that contained Complete Streets provisions. The new law requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to include safe bicycling and walking facilities in all projects in urbanized areas, and is a victory for the movement to create complete streets that serve the needs of all road users. It is effective immediately for project planning and required in construction beginning August 2008. Five other states have some form of complete streets law on the books, and eight states have adopted complete streets policies. The California legislature is considering a complete streets measure that requires all jurisdictions to plan roads for all travelers - including transit users and disabled people. To date, more than 50 local jurisdictions have adopted complete streets measures. The action may soon move to the federal level. Legislation is being drafted in both the House and Senate to require complete streets provisions. Bills are targeted for introduction in early 2008 Ann Freiwald, ASLA Madison, WI _______________________________________________ Bikies mailing list [email protected] http://www.danenet.org/mailman/listinfo/bikies
