§ 24-16-1. Legislative findings. It is hereby found and declared as follows: (1) To achieve a cleaner, greener transportation system the transportation plans of Rhode Island should consider the needs of all users of our roadways including pedestrians, bicyclists, public transportation riders, motorists and citizens of all ages and abilities, including children, the elderly and […]
§ 24-16-2. Complete street design. (a) When the state of Rhode Island constructs or modifies roads and highways, the relevant department must consider complete street design features that facilitate safe travel by all users that expands upon currently accepted state and federal design requirements to accommodate all users, including current and projected users, particularly pedestrians, […]
§ 24-16-3. Reports. (a) No later than two (2) years after the effective date of this chapter, the department of transportation shall publish a report showing how the department of transportation has complied with this section of highway law and changed their procedures to institutionalize complete streets design features into planning, project scoping, design and […]
§ 24-16-4. Department of transportation consultation. In the project development process the department of transportation shall consult with transportation, land-use and environmental officials, including representatives from: (1) Cities and towns; (2) Metropolitan planning organizations; (3) Public transit operators; (4) Relevant state agencies; and (5) Other relevant stakeholders, including, but not limited to, representatives from disability […]
