Complete Streets Definition

Complete Streets are roadways designed to safely and comfortably accommodate all users, including, but not limited to motorists, cyclists, pedestrians, transit and school bus riders, delivery and service personnel, freight haulers, and emergency responders. "All users" includes people of all ages and abilities. Learn more about a variety of Complete Streets topics on our toolkit page.

MORPC Complete Streets Policy

On April 8, 2010, MORPC adopted a regional Complete Streets (CS) Policy to replace the Routine Accommodations (RA) Policy. The CS policy and accompanying checklist were developed with input from a very active and engaged working group. The National Complete Streets Coalition reviewed over 350 Complete Streets Policies across the nation and found that the MORPC Complete Streets Policy was a top-rated policy for a metropolitan planning organization.

Video on Rethinking Streets for Successful Communities

View the 10-minute video on “Rethinking Streets for Successful Communities”. This video features commentary from leaders in their fields, including: Terry Foegler of OSU, Jack Lucks of Continental Real Estate, Yaromir Steiner of Steiner + Associates, Ken Danter of The Danter Company, Keith Myers of MSI Design, and Carol Coletta of Coletta & Associates (formerly CEOs for Cities). This video helps explain why we need to rethink the way our streets are designed and used, keeping in mind that the type of redevelopment depends on the context and land use of the area. We want our communities in Central Ohio to continue to be successful, and implementing Complete Streets elements can play a key role in that.