3.3.1 Introduction

A complete transportation system is designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. While streets and motorized vehicles do account for the majority of a transportation system, they are not the only component. Broadly speaking, a
transportation system can be defined as any means used to move people and/or products. Taken together these individual
transportation options create the community’s transportation system. For this reason it is critical that the transportation
element addresses each of these choices, as applicable to the community. A complete transportation system also allows
users to get needed physical activity into their daily lives. Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders of all ages
and abilities must be able to safely move along and across a complete street. An incomplete system fails to serve the
pedestrians, cyclists, transit,  individuals with disabilities, and both the youngest and oldest members of our communities. A complete transportation system also includes consideration for the environment by promoting “green” building concepts while beautifying streets and making them inviting places to be.