San Antonio and Nashville top the list, with most large cities not making an appearance in the top 40.
The National Complete Streets Coalition has released a list of the nation’s best Complete Streets policies in 2023 and 2024.
At the top of the list are San Antonio, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee; and Clyde, Ohio. The top of the list notably includes primarily small towns. St. Louis, Missouri is the next larger city on the list, coming in at number 12.
At the state level, New Jersey, Maryland, and California made the list, coming in at numbers 25, 26, and 33 respectively.
“The National Complete Streets Coalition (NCSC) identifies the elements of a comprehensive Complete Streets policy to help communities develop and implement policies and practices that ensure streets are safe for people of all ages and abilities, balance the needs of different modes, and support local land uses, economies, cultures, and natural environments.” The list ranks Complete Streets policies on 10 policy elements that include commitment and vision; prioritizing underserved communities; requiring proactive land-use planning; and specific performance metrics to measure progress.
Read the full story: The Best Complete Streets Policies 2025
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