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March 13th, 2009
  • Projects that help complete the street network for safe travel by all modes should get priority in the spending authorized under ARRA. Using stimulus funds to help cities and towns rebuild their roadways as complete streets would improve safety while reducing traffic, air pollution, energy use, and carbon emissions. This initiative provides good, green jobs in engineering and construction, as well as support local businesses that have been shown to do better when the streetscape is improved. Many complete streets projects, such as installation of curb ramps, are quick to start and labor intensive. Complete streets elements that do not require excessive additional costs should be incorporated into all repair and maintenance projects funded under the stimulus.

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