Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.

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The weblog of Active Transportation Alliance

Become an Active Trans Ambassador on Aug. 2

By Ted Villaire | July 9, 2018

Do you share our vision for a region with safe opportunities to bike, walk and take public transit? Are you excited about the work that Active Trans does and have […]

Tell governor to sign Bike Safety and Dutch Reach Act

By Kyle Whitehead | June 28, 2018

A critical bike safety bill has arrived on Governor Rauner’s desk and now we need your help to make sure it’s signed into law. On Wednesday, June 27, HB 5143 – the […]

Extending the I&M Canal Trail

By Matt Gomez | June 27, 2018

A few southwest suburban communities, including Summit, are exploring an extension to the popular Illinois and Michigan (I&M) Canal Trail for biking and walking.Earlier this month, Active Trans joined Summit […]

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Upcoming Events

Movers & Shakers Ball

Active Transportation Alliance invites you to our 2026 Movers & Shakers Ball, as we celebrate progress made and the exciting possibilities the future holds for sustainable transportation. Thursday, April 23 […]

May is Chicago Bike Month

        Throughout the month of May, Chicago Bike Month provides an opportunity to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking […]

Advocacy Connect: Better mobility in Chicagoland

Join Active Transportation Alliance staff and invited guest speakers for one-hour regular chats for Chicago and suburban advocates during the lunch hour. Both the city and suburban chats happen every other […]

Bike the Drive

Saddle up on Sunday, September 6, 2026 for one of the top bike rides in the nation. Enjoy tremendous views of the lake and skyline on the only day of […]

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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Transportation Alliance works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.

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Advocacy & Legislation

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In Your Community

When it comes to making our streets safer and better for walking, biking, and public...

Transit

Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...

Bicycling

A lot has changed since our founding as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation in 1985, but...

Walking

While Chicago consistently rates well compared to its peers throughout the world...

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