State Follows Montclair’s Lead: Adopts Complete Streets Policy
New Jersey Department of Transportation Commissioner Stephen Dilts signed a “Complete Streets” policy for the state last week, which will effectively provide safe access for all users of New Jersey streets, including pedestrians, bicyclists, children, older citizens, and others whose mobility depends on means other than an automobile.
Montclair Township set a state milestone, being the first New Jersey municipality to adopt a Complete Streets policy which was unanimously voted in at the October 6, 2009 Township Council meeting (download Complete Streets resolution). The policy, drafted by Township Engineer Kim Craft, ensures that new construction and road renewal accommodate travel by pedestrians, bicyclists, public transit, as well as motorized vehicles.
“This was a very important ‘first’ for Montclair and we are extremely pleased to see New Jersey following our lead with the adoption of a state ‘Complete Streets’ policy which will help ensure the safety of all users of New Jersey roads,” said Mayor Jerry Fried. Read the full article here.