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

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— Andrew Kudelka, Active Trans volunteer

By Ted Villaire | February 19, 2015

Active Trans has the expertise and experience to get things done….it really cuts through all the red tape and paperwork and makes real change. 

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By Ted Villaire | February 19, 2015

For media inquiries, please contact: Kyle Whitehead, Managing Director of Public Affairs Phone: Direct (312) 216-0473  ___________________________________________________________________   Would you like to receive media alerts from the Active Transportation Alliance? […]

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Say NO to transit cuts

By Ted Villaire | February 19, 2015

Post image:  On Wednesday Gov. Rauner unveiled a budget proposal that would further damage the Chicago region’s already underfunded transit system, while bolstering the road fund statewide. Now you have […]

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The Chicago region’s current hub-and-spoke transit system leaves nearly half a million Cook County residents stranded in transit deserts.

Want better options for walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland? Here's your opportunity to get involved.

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.

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Advocacy & Legislation

We work with decision makers, local organizations and community members to improve...

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...

We envision a Chicagoland that is a fun and healthy place to live, work, and play.

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