Complete Streets

Federal Complete Streets Act Reintroduced Amidst Record-Setting Year for Traffic Fatalities

Federal Complete Streets Act Reintroduced Amidst Record-Setting Year for Traffic Fatalities

GOPC has long been advocating for a statewide active transportation policy, which is currently underway at the Department of Transportation.

Complete Streets Investment in a Virginia Small Town show how Multi-Modal Investments can Benefit Cities of all Sizes

Complete Streets Investment in a Virginia Small Town show how Multi-Modal Investments can Benefit Cities of all Sizes

In 2018, Hopewell adopted a Comprehensive Plan with miles of new biking and walking facilities. The plan includes a section calling out the benefits and importance of a complete, multi-modal transportation network.

Pandemic could cause a change in transportation choices - are Ohio's streets ready?

Pandemic could cause a change in transportation choices - are Ohio's streets ready?

Parks, multi-use trails, and neighborhood strolls have been an invaluable resource for many families and individuals feeling stir crazy after months of social distancing. COVID guidelines recommend leaving at least 6ft of space between yourself and others, a problem when most sidewalks are only 48in wide.

Dangerous by Design Releases State-Specific Pedestrian Data

Dangerous by Design Releases State-Specific Pedestrian Data

Last January, GOPC provided an update on state counts of pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities in 2017. New data shows between 2008 and 2017, drivers struck and killed 1,058 people walking in Ohio; the state has been ranked as the 26th most dangerous for people walking.