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Alana Brasier Joins NACTO as Director of Engagement

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!

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Tell USDOT That Deadly Vehicles Shouldn’t Receive 5-Star Safety Ratings

Tell USDOT That Deadly Vehicles Shouldn’t Receive 5-Star Safety Ratings

Jul 21, 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. There is a crisis unfolding on U.S. streets: pedestrian deaths are at a 40-year high, with over 7,000 pedestrians killed by by drivers each year. Put another way: […]

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Fellows Reflect on a Year of Transportation Justice Work

Fellows Reflect on a Year of Transportation Justice Work

Jul 17, 2023

Members of this year’s Transportation Justice Fellowship share their experiences with the program, which was designed to support and amplify professionals of color working in the mobility field. This announcement was originally shared on the Better Bike Share Partnership website. Read the full post here. The 2022 – 2023 Transportation Justice Fellows and BBSP staff […]

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#NACTO2023 Conference Cliff Notes: Using Data to Tell Stories and Make the Case

#NACTO2023 Conference Cliff Notes: Using Data to Tell Stories and Make the Case

Jul 12, 2023

“Conference Cliff Notes” is a series of short blog posts summarizing takeaways and ideas from NACTO’s 2023 Designing Cities Conference in Denver. Read more about the conference here. Transportation planners and engineers know how to use data to make strategic decisions. But data—when presented thoughtfully—can also be a powerful communications tool, helping to illustrate disparities, […]

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USDOT Continues Support for Local Transportation Initiatives With Transformational Safety, Equity, and Climate Impacts

USDOT Continues Support for Local Transportation Initiatives With Transformational Safety, Equity, and Climate Impacts

Jun 29, 2023

Corinne Kisner, Executive Director of NACTO, issued the following statement in response to USDOT’s recent award of more than $2.2 billion in RAISE grants:  NACTO commends the Biden-Harris administration for funding over 150 groundbreaking local transportation initiatives nationwide, which will significantly enhance the quality of life for millions of people across the country. These projects […]

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