Policy and Planning

The Role of Complete Streets in Roadway Safety

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  When we talk about road safety, the conversation often revolves around reducing vehicle crashes and improving driver behavior. But modern transportation planning takes a broader and smarter approach. Enter the concept of Complete Streets: a design philosophy that considers the safety, accessibility, and needs of all users of the road, not just drivers. Complete … Read more

Safe Driveway Design

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Driveways present an often overlooked potential for accidents. Traffic entering the road from a driveway faces the same conflicts as traffic at an intersection. Therefore, the design and location of a driveway can affect the safety of the road. Because accident rates and congestion increase as the number of driveways goes up, more and more … Read more