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Introducing the 2023-2024 Transportation Justice Fellows!

Oct 30, 2023

The Better Bike Share Partnership — comprised of NACTO, PeopleForBikes, and the City of Philadelphia — is proud to announce the 2023-2024 cohort of the Transportation Justice Fellowship.

Revocation of Cruise’s AV Permit Demonstrates the Need for a Forward-Thinking Regulatory Framework

Oct 27, 2023

The increasing safety concerns posed by autonomous vehicle testing in cities make clear that governments can not afford to take a wait-and-see approach to regulation.

Stefanie Seskin Joins NACTO as Director of Policy and Practice

Oct 11, 2023

As Director of Policy and Practice at NACTO, Stefanie will serve on our executive leadership team, and shape our strategy to change the paradigm for city transportation policy and street design across North America.

NACTO Announces Miami-Dade County as the Host of the 2024 Designing Cities Conference

Sep 21, 2023

The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) announced today that Miami-Dade County will host the 2024 Designing Cities Conference. The conference will take place at the Intercontinental Miami from Tuesday, May 7 to Friday, May 10, 2024. The Designing Cities Conference brings together 1,000 officials, planners, and practitioners to advance the state of transportation […]

The U.S. Access Board’s Adoption of PROWAG is an Important Step Toward Safe, Accessible Streets

Sep 07, 2023

NACTO congratulates the U.S. Access Board on today’s adoption of the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG). Over 20 years in the making, PROWAG represents an important step forward in advancing the rights and mobility of people with disabilities across the United States. As the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Department of Justice, and the Access […]

#NACTO2023 Conference Cliff Notes: Stories of New Leadership at Transportation Agencies

Aug 31, 2023

While staffers at every level play a crucial role in designing, maintaining, and improving our transportation systems, agency heads have a unique responsibility to define an agency’s vision, shape its organizational culture, and steer the ship through periods of tumult and uncertainty.

Alana Brasier Joins NACTO as Director of Engagement

Aug 15, 2023

NACTO’s relationship with our member cities—and the staff who serve them—is at the core of everything we do. That’s why, after a national search, we’re excited to welcome Alana Brasier as our new Director of Engagement!

It’s Time to Reshape the Federal Document That Shapes Our Streets: The MUTCD

Aug 14, 2023

The federal government is in the final stages of updating outdated regulations that contribute to the traffic safety crisis. Here are the key changes we’ll be looking out for.

#NACTO2023 Conference Cliff Notes: Building Better Partnerships Between Cities & Transit Agencies

Aug 10, 2023

Completing bold, transformative transportation projects often requires deep collaboration and partnership across government agencies. The ability of city transportation departments and transit agencies to build supportive cross-agency relationships can play a make-or-break role in such projects.

Cities and Organizations Across the Country Call on USDOT to Stop Giving 5-Star Safety Ratings to Dangerous Vehicles

Aug 02, 2023

Oversized vehicles are making U.S. streets deadlier for pedestrians and bike riders. New federal regulations could save lives–but the proposed changes still let automakers off the hook.

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