Chicago should keep e-scooter sharing program
UPDATE (1/29/20): The City of Chicago released an evaluation of the 2019 scooter pilot and announced there will be a […]
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Leaders should get on board with Metra Electric pilot
The Chicago region is on the cusp of a big victory for transportation equity. Now our elected officials must carry
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Tell us what you think about e-scooters
As a full-fledged e-scooter sharing program in Chicago starts to take shape, we want to hear from you about what
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Tell Mayor Lightfoot to fund busways and safe streets
In building the first budget of her administration, Mayor Lightfoot can chart a new course for Chicago’s transportation network. Now
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Advocates urge Lightfoot to explore congestion pricing
Active Trans joined a coalition of advocates in calling on Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to make the city’s ride-hailing fee
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Lincoln Park resident works for a safer Dickens Ave.
Stephanie Sims, a Lincoln Park resident and Active Trans Ambassador, is using her training to rally her neighbors to support
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Ron Burke to step down as head of Active Trans
After nearly nine years with the Active Transportation Alliance, Ron Burke will step down from his role as the organization’s
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State bike/walk fund advances transportation equity
The new state money for walking and bicycling comes with reforms that make it easier for low-income communities to secure
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Victory! Active Trans campaign for state walking and biking fund wins $50 million per year
For the first time ever, Illinois’ long-term capital program includes dedicated funding for walking and biking projects. Legislators passed a
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Mayor Lightfoot can reduce Chicago’s car dependency
To tackle traffic congestion and make transportation more affordable, healthy, and equitable, Chicago must make it easier to get around
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