Leon County Takes a Step Forward for Complete Streets

Advocates, community partners, and local leaders are celebrating an important win for safer, more accessible transportation in Leon County.

On May 12, the Leon County Board of County Commissioners recognized Complete Streets principles and reaffirmed the county’s commitment to strengthening their implementation through existing policies, project prioritization, and future transportation improvements.

While the Commission did not adopt a stand-alone Complete Streets ordinance, commissioners chose to build on the strong policies already included in the Land Use and Mobility Element of the 2050 Tallahassee–Leon County Comprehensive Plan. They also committed to strengthening those policies over time, ensuring Complete Streets principles continue to guide future planning and infrastructure decisions.

What Are Complete Streets?

Complete Streets is an approach to planning and designing roadways that considers the needs of everyone who uses them—including people walking, biking, taking public transit, using mobility devices, and driving.

By designing transportation networks that safely accommodate all users, communities can improve safety, increase mobility, and create more opportunities for residents to connect with schools, jobs, businesses, parks, and essential services.

A Win Built on Collaboration

This achievement reflects the power of local advocacy and strong community partnerships.

We are especially grateful to Commissioner David O’Keefe for his leadership and support of Complete Streets in Leon County. We also appreciate the Leon County Planning Department staff for engaging with advocates and stakeholders throughout the process and for their thoughtful review of recommendations.

We’re also thankful for the dedication of advocates and coalition partners who worked together to advance safer streets for everyone. We want to recognize Heart Powered advocate Rohan Shurir, members of the Joint City/County Bicycling Workgroup, 1000 Friends of Florida, and AARP Florida for their partnership, leadership, and commitment to this effort.

Together, we are creating lasting change and helping build a safer, healthier Leon County for all.