"We’re not just delivering more projects, we’re reshaping our long-term policies, strengthening our data systems, and building programs that respond to real-world needs." blog.mdot.maryland.gov/complete-str...

Delivering Results: Celebrating Two Years of MDOT’s Complete Streets Policy | MDOT News Blog

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"We were stunned to see the impact that something as simple as a bench could have on the rhythm of life in our neighborhood," www.sociallifeproject.org/reciprocal-g...

Reciprocal Gestures and Improvisation: How One Small Placemaking Act Can Precipitate Great Places

One placemaking act can make a difference by becoming catalytic and spreading its impact down the block through the power of reciprocal gestures and improvisation.

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My next missive will come out on Thursday. Subscribe so that you don’t miss it. Is your home big enough for you to deserve a safe road? Ask Sec. Duffy and USDOT. substack.com/home/post/p-...

Is your home big enough for you to deserve a safe road?

Ask Sec. Duffy and USDOT.

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Metro Nashville joined the Complete Streets Leadership Academy to strengthen partnerships and test out new paths to achieving safer streets 💪 Read about their CSLA journey: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Nashville, TN: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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Chattanooga has taken steps to address the safety of all road users, & participation in the Complete Streets Leadership Academy allowed them to install a project to improve safety & repair connections 🔗 Read the full story: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Chattanooga, TN: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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The City of Waterbury passed a Complete Streets Resolution in 2014, & participating in the Complete Streets Leadership Academy helped them put it into practice 📄✨ Read the full story: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Waterbury, CT: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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Through Community Connectors, city staff & community organizations across the country have collaborated to improve safety on dangerous roadways. Read about what Little Rock, AR team accomplished & check the 🧵⬇️ to learn how to apply for the program www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Community Connectors spotlight: Reimagining Little Rock's historic Black business corridor - Smart Growth America

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South San Francisco's Complete Streets Leadership Academy project led to insights on flexibility, cost management, & more💡 Read the full story: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

South San Francisco, CA: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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Our roads are #DangerousByDesign — so what can we do about it? At next week's webinar, @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's webinar will dive into proven solutions & the people working to use them to save lives. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Dangerous by Design 2026: Solutions at work. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Dangerous by Design illustrates the urgent need for network-wide improvements to streets across the United States. This isn’t impossible: We know how to reduce speeds, improve visibility, and increase...

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@nerd4cities.bsky.social covers Dangerous by Design. You should be following his channel even when he isn't covering @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social. www.youtube.com/watch?v=u629...

When Safety Is a Distant Afterthought

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The City of San Leandro’s Complete Streets Leadership Academy project was unique, & included a pop-up event to unveil an art installation, build better partnerships, & engage the community on its plans and vision 🎨✨ Read the full story: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

San Leandro, CA: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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We have solutions to the pedestrian fatality crisis—it's time to use them. Join @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social on 07/15 to hear from the people taking action to make communities safer for all. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Dangerous by Design 2026: Solutions at work. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Dangerous by Design illustrates the urgent need for network-wide improvements to streets across the United States. This isn’t impossible: We know how to reduce speeds, improve visibility, and increase...

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ICYMI: @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social is looking for small to mid-size cities for Community Connectors. Benefits include: 💸$25k funding for a street safety project ✈️Travel budget for a 2-day convening 🤝Training with national experts Apply by 07/17 ⬇️ www.smartgrowthamerica.org/services/com...

Community Connectors - Smart Growth America

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"Before the ride, MBAC Chair Joe Sak addressed the group of advocates and Mayor Johnston calling attention to the 93 traffic deaths in Denver in 2025 as the city inches closer to its Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities by 2030." www.denver7.com/news/on-two-...

Denver cycling advocates ride with Mayor Mike Johnston to highlight safety concerns, Vision Zero goals

Cycling advocates joined Mayor Mike Johnston for a 6‑mile ride to share safety concerns and ideas as Denver struggles to achieve its Vision Zero goal. Denver7's On Two Wheels takes you along.

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"The FY 2027 bill would cut funding for public transit by 23% and for passenger rail by 82%, according to an analysis by the American Public Transportation Association." www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/house-t...

House transportation committee commits to ‘safety, reliability’ while reviewing Trump FY 2027 budget ask

“We've had a productive session so far,” said Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., during a markup session of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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Engaging community members is essential if we want to create transportation systems that work for everyone—so how can we do it effectively? Our new blog breaks down what it takes to make community engagement efforts successful ⬇️ www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Building connections: 4 principles for successful community engagement - Smart Growth America

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Want to learn more about quick-builds? Register for this webinar hosted by our friends at @americawalks.bsky.social 💻✨ us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Paint, Posts, and Planters: How to Advance Road Safety with Traffic Calming Quick-Builds. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joi...

High-speed, car-oriented roads can be transformed into safe, multimodal streets for all users by reducing lane widths, limiting long sight-lines, and adding visual friction. Unfortunately, these proje...

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Complete Streets & safer transportation go hand in hand with better land-use & housing 🤝 www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

When more people can live near Complete Streets, everyone benefits - Smart Growth America

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🚨It's the last day to apply for SS4A! Everything you need to know about this round of funding ⬇️ www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

What you need to know about Safe Streets and Roads for All grants in 2026 - Smart Growth America

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"In the same way that streets need to serve a clear purpose and meet the needs of all roadway users, housing needs to serve a purpose and meet the needs of all community members." www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

When more people can live near Complete Streets, everyone benefits - Smart Growth America

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"I have also seen parents who want to allow their children to walk or cycle but feel forced to drive because roads feel unsafe, crossings are difficult, or sidewalks are missing." usa.streetsblog.org/2026/05/19/t...

The Most Expensive Trip You Can Take is the One You Could Have Walked — Streetsblog USA

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Smart Growth America helped Versailles, KY get SS4A funding for projects focused on safer streets & better transportation 🚍🚶‍ Check out @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's Championing Complete Streets series created with @aarp.org to learn more 🎬 www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Championing Complete Streets Video Series: Spotlighting efforts from across the country - Smart Growth America

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Through initiatives like the ActiveATL: Recreation & Parks for All Master Plan, Atlanta is improving recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities to connect with nature. Learn more ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eKK...

Not Just Parks: How Atlanta’s Greenspace Supports Better Health

YouTube video by CityHealth

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One great way to celebrate National Bike Month? Bike audits! 🚲✨ Learn how ⬇️ www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

The role of bike audits in building better communities - Smart Growth America

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Bristol, CT has made commitments to Complete Streets in the past, & the Complete Streets Leadership Academy gave them an opportunity to put those goals into action 🎬 Read the full story: #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Bristol, CT: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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During the Complete Streets Leadership Academy, the city of Soldotna, Alaska gained insights into specific challenges that are impacting their ability to create safer streets 🚧 Read more the what Soldotna gained from the CSLA ⤵️ #ActivePeople www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Soldotna, AK: Complete Streets Leadership Academy case study - Smart Growth America

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Meet Dylan Garritano 👋 We've been sitting down with the dedicated advocates & practitioners like Dylan of @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's Community Connectors program to get insight on their inspirations & best advice. See what Dylan shared with us ⬇️ www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Community Connectors spotlight: Dylan Garritano, city planner in Akron, OH - Smart Growth America

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ICYMI, @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social is helping communities submit strong SS4A grant applications 🤝✨ Learn how SGA can help your community & apply: www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Apply now: Get SGA support for your 2026 SS4A application - Smart Growth America

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Happy Earth Day 🌎🌱 There are lots of ways to make our planet healthier & safer for everyone—including #CompleteStreets! Learn more: www.smartgrowthamerica.org/knowledge-hu...

Complete Streets are a climate solution - Smart Growth America

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For many teens, public transportation is the difference between independence and being stuck.

I'm 15 and can't drive. Here's why transit is a key to teen independence

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