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Type Article

Year 2007

Level City or Town

State(s) California

Source Elizabeth Macdonald, Department of City and Regional Planning at the University of California, Berkeley

Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

Local planners often restrict tree planting near intersections due to safety concerns, which may not be justified. This article recommends that cities should not restrict sidewalk street trees unless it can be shown unequivocally that they create unsafe environments. This issue relates...

Minnesota's best practices for pedestrian and bicycle safety

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year -

Level County, State

State(s) Minnesota

Source Minnesota Department of Transportation

Policy Areas Community Development, Transportation & Mobility

Pedestrian and bicycle safety, especially on suburban arterial roads, is a growing concern due to increasing rates of crashes. This guide presents a range of strategies to mitigate risk including: retrofitting crosswalks and sidewalks, restructuring traffic signals and adding boulevards....

Louisiana Blvd. Vision Zero Traffic Safety Project

Type Fact Sheet or Infographic

Year 2020

Level City or Town

State(s) New Mexico

Source City of Albuquerque

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

High rates of traffic fatalities and injuries, particularly affecting pedestrians in Albuquerque's International District, highlight systemic neglect in transportation safety measures. The city plans to address these issues through the Louisiana Blvd. Vision Zero Traffic Safety Project,...

Complete Streets Tucson

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2019

Level City or Town

State(s) Arizona

Source City of Tucson

Policy Areas Transportation & Mobility

Transportation networks often create unsafe conditions for pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit users. The Tucson Complete Streets Policy improved pedestrian infrastructure and green stormwater management, and facilitated community engagement. It set clear performance targets...

Qualitative Study on Risks Posed by Counterfeits to Consumers

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2019

Level National

State(s) All States

Source European Observatory on Infringement of Intellectual Property Rights

Policy Areas Health, Public Safety

The increased production and distribution of dangerous counterfeit goods pose significant health and safety risks to consumers, particularly children, due to exposure to hazardous chemicals, strangulation, choking, electric shock, injuries, damage to hearing, and fire hazards. The...

El Paso Complete Streets

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town

State(s) Texas

Source City of El Paso

Policy Areas Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

Urban sprawl reduces social interactions, stifles economic activity, and diminishes accessibility for residents. Complete Streets programs address these problems by creating built environments that support a diverse set of transportation options and bring communities together. The...

Energy Codes are Life Safety Codes

Type Fact Sheet or Infographic

Year -

Level State

State(s) All States

Source Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships

Policy Areas Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, Health, Housing, Public Safety

Energy codes help manage conditions that can affect building integrity and occupant health such as moisture, temperature, and indoor air quality. This infographic highlights the ways in which adherence to energy codes ensures safe and healthy occupants, on top of mitigating climate...

The Companies Behind the Surge in Illegal Child Labor

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2024

Level National

State(s) All States

Source Good Jobs First

Policy Areas Children & Families, Economic Justice

Federal enforcement data reveals a significant surge in illegal child labor mostly driven by large retail and restaurant chains. Penalties for violations remain low and enforcement is generally insufficient to deter the use of child labor. This report advocates for stricter federal...

Principles for Autonomous Vehicles on City Streets

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2024

Level City or Town, National

State(s) All States

Source National Association of City Transportation Officials

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

The integration of autonomous vehicles (AVs) into city streets has led to safety, congestion, and equity concerns, with cities lacking the authority to manage these issues effectively. Federal and state collaboration with cities is necessary to develop consistent standards and reporting...

Reducing Speeding-Related Crashes Involving Passenger Vehicles

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2017

Level National

State(s) All States

Source National Transportation Safety Board

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) identifies speeding-related crashes involving passenger vehicles as a significant safety issue, and recommends implementing data-driven, high-visibility enforcement programs and expanding the use of automated speed enforcement systems....

Safer Than You Think! Revising the Transit Safety Narrative

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2024

Level National

State(s) All States

Source Victoria Transport Policy Institute

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

Public transportation is far safer than driving, yet it is often perceived as dangerous, contributing to reduced ridership and resistance to service expansions. To change this narrative, cities should better measure and communicate transit's safety benefits, emphasizing its role in...

2020 Madison Metropolitan School Board Use of Physical Restraint and/or Seclusion Policy

Type Ordinance or Resolution

Year 2020

Level City or Town, School Board

State(s) Wisconsin

Source Madison Metropolitan School Board

Policy Areas Education, Public Safety

The Madison Metropolitan School Board prohibits the use of corporal punishment and unreasonable use of physical force against students. However, this policy allows district employees to use reasonable and appropriate physical restraint and/or seclusion when a student's behavior presents...

A Systemic Approach to Crash Reduction: Vision Zero

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town

State(s) Colorado

Source BoulderColorado.gov/Guide/Core-Arterial-Network

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

Boulder is addressing the high rate of severe traffic crashes on arterial streets, which account for 67% of such incidents despite making up only 17% of the road network. To improve safety, the city is prioritizing targeted infrastructure upgrades, including protected bicycle lanes,...

Proposition 407 Parks & Connections

Type Ballot Measure

Year 2018

Level City or Town

State(s) Arizona

Source City of Tucson

Policy Areas Community Development, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

This ballot initative proposed a $225 million bond package to improve city parks and active transportation connections in Tucson. Potential projects include new sidewalks, shared use paths, bicycle boulevards, protected bike lanes, enhancing connectivity to parks, schools, transit,...

Safer Than You Think! Revising the Transit Safety Narrative

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2024

Level National

State(s) All States

Source -

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

Public transportation is perceived as dangerous despite being relatively safe, leading to reluctance in its use and support for service expansions. Communities should better measure and communicate transit's overall safety and security impacts, and provide guidance on enhancing transit...

Cruising for parking

Type Article

Year 2006

Level City or Town

State(s) California

Source Transport Policy

Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources, Transportation & Mobility

Underpriced curb parking leading to traffic congestion, air pollution, fuel wastage, and accidents due to drivers cruising for parking spaces. Cities should charge market rates for curb parking, at least equal to the price of adjacent off-street parking, to eliminate cruising. This...

The Road Less Traveled

Type Article

Year 2023

Level City or Town

State(s) California

Source ACCESS

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

The lack of safe biking infrastructure in Los Angeles deters people from commuting by bicycle due to safety concerns. This article outlines best practices for developing a network of bike lanes separated from traffic to encourage more people to incentivize biking and better manage...

City of Greenville: Prioritizing Complete Streets

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town

State(s) South Carolina

Source City of Greenville

Policy Areas Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

High crash rates and pedestrian safety concerns at key intersections necessitate immediate action. The city plans to implement Vision Zero and Pedestrian Safety Action Plans, including road resurfacing, buffered bike lanes, and traffic detection cameras. Supported by a $12M investment...

Main Street Transformation in Hamilton

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town

State(s) All States

Source Hamilton City Council

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

High-speed traffic and frequent collisions on Main Street in Hamilton pose significant safety risks. The city has introduced immediate safety improvements, a short-term two-way conversion plan, and a long-term Complete Streets vision that prioritizes environmental sustainability and...

Redesigning Sinatra Drive for Multi-Modal Safety

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town

State(s) New Jersey

Source City of Hoboken

Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources, Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

Sinatra Drive in Hoboken, NJ, struggles to accommodate its high volume of users safely. The city is investing $6 million to redesign the corridor, aligning with its Vision Zero and Climate Action Plan goals. The project will include a two-way protected bikeway, high-visibility crosswalks,...

Promising Local Practice in Road Safety: A Primer for Safer Streets

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2022

Level City or Town, National, State

State(s) Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio

Source National League of Cities

Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

The U.S. faces a growing road safety crisis, with 46,000 fatalities in 2021, a nine percent increase from the previous year, particularly affecting marginalized, low-income communities. To combat this, the federal government is implementing a National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS)...

Making Federal Funding Work for Cities: Policy Proposals to Ensure Federal Transportation Funding Meets Local Needs

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2021

Level National

State(s) All States

Source National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) and Transportation for America

Policy Areas Economic Justice, Environment & Natural Resources, Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

The federal transportation funding system is outdated, giving cities little control over funding and project decisions, despite their growing needs. To improve safety, equity, and sustainability, cities should have more authority to direct funds, approve projects, and access expedited...

Safe Routes to School Demonstration Pilot Project

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2023

Level City or Town

State(s) Georgia

Source National Center for Safe Routes to School (NCSRTS) and City of Atlanta’s Department of Transportation (ATLDOT)

Policy Areas Education, Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility

Unsafe routes for children walking and biking to school increase the risk of accidents and discourage active transportation. This report outlines the need for a protected Tactical Walk/Bike lane near Crawford Long Middle School to enhance safety and promote sustainable commuting....

Charlotte Building a Network of Complete Streets

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2023

Level City or Town

State(s) North Carolina

Source City of Charlotte

Policy Areas Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

To ensure safe and equitable mobility, Charlotte requires reconfiguring streets to better accommodate all users. This report outlines plans to incorporate cycle-tracks, buffered bike lanes, roundabouts, and wider sidewalks, enhancing connectivity and safety. These improvements align...

Safe Streets for Detroit

Type Policy Brief or Report

Year 2023

Level City or Town

State(s) Michigan

Source City of Detroit

Policy Areas Community Development, Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility

Increasing fatal and serious injury crashes are becoming a growing concern in Detroit. To tackle this, the city leveraged a $24.8 million Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to improve safety along the High Injury Network. These streetscape improvements are also tied to the cities...

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