All-door boarding coming to select CTA bus routes
If you ride the bus in Chicago, you’ve probably had this experience: You're boarding a bus while a line of people fish Ventra cards or loose change from the depths…
Active Trans
Active Trans is a coalition of people who are working to make walking, biking, and transit safe and easy options for getting around Chicagoland.
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The Active Transportation Alliance isn’t the only place in town to get the latest news on walking, biking, and transit issues. Sustainable transportation advocates in the Chicago region often turn…
Want better options for walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland? Here's your opportunity to get involved.
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Active Trans Awards Reception
Join us on March 5 as we celebrate those who have helped make great strides in walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland. Enjoy drinks, a silent auction, and opportunities to meet your fellow Active Trans supporters.
Sign Up TodayMay 24
Fifth Third Bike the Drive
Jun 19
Chicago Bike Week Rally
We want more people choosing transportation options that are
healthy, fun and environmentally-friendly.
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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Trans works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting. Here’s our strategy:
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Do you want better transportation options in the region? Getting involved with our...
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We work with decision makers, local organizations and community members to improve...
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When it comes to making our streets safer and better for walking, biking, and public...
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Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...
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A lot has changed since our founding as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation in 1985, but...
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While Chicago consistently rates well compared to its peers throughout the world...
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