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NACTO Announces Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery Grants, Second Round of Funding for Cities and Community Partners

NACTO Announces Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery Grants, Second Round of Funding for Cities and Community Partners

Apr 29, 2021

10 NACTO members will receive $50,000 grants for street redesigns that address disproportionate health and economic impacts of COVID-19 The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, today announced a second round of a short-term grant program to adapt streets in service of communities disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

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NACTO’s Statement on the Derek Chauvin Verdict

NACTO’s Statement on the Derek Chauvin Verdict

Apr 20, 2021

Today, a White police officer was held accountable for killing a Black man, George Floyd. This unanimous jury decision is a small step to progress. There is much more to do on our path to justice. The racist systems that led to George Floyd’s murder, including in our streets and transportation systems, remain, as we […]

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NACTO Announces New Executive Board Leadership

NACTO Announces New Executive Board Leadership

Apr 06, 2021

Elected board includes visionary leaders from Denver, Philadelphia, Austin, Chicago, and Oakland The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) today announced the election of Eulois Cleckley, Executive Director of the Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure, as the board’s President. NACTO’s previous President, Robin Hutcheson, former Director of the Minneapolis Department of Public Works, […]

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City Transportation Officials Applaud Biden’s Visionary Infrastructure Plan

City Transportation Officials Applaud Biden’s Visionary Infrastructure Plan

Mar 31, 2021

The White House’s American Jobs Plan Would Reorient the Country’s Transportation Priorities, Focusing on Safety, Equity, Climate, and Access “President Biden’s plan is the most visionary proposal for the nation’s transportation network since the dawn of the interstate highway system,” said Janette Sadik-Khan, NACTO Chair. “Rather than doubling down on building new roads that worsen […]

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A Reprieve for all Americans and the 80% of U.S. Residents Living in Cities

A Reprieve for all Americans and the 80% of U.S. Residents Living in Cities

Mar 10, 2021

Corinne Kisner, Executive Director, and Janette Sadik-Khan, Chair, of the National Association of City Transportation Officials today issued the following statement in response to Congress’ passage of the American Rescue Plan:  After some false starts, Congress finally passed the American Rescue Plan, which will help American cities and their residents get back on their feet, […]

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NACTO Congratulates Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation

NACTO Congratulates Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation

Feb 02, 2021

Corinne Kisner, Executive Director, and Janette Sadik-Khan, Chair, of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), today issued the following statement on the confirmation of Mayor Pete Buttigieg as U.S. Secretary of Transportation: On behalf of 80 city transportation departments and transit agencies across the U.S., NACTO congratulates Pete Buttigieg on his confirmation as […]

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Robin Hutcheson Steps Down as NACTO President to Join Biden Administration

Robin Hutcheson Steps Down as NACTO President to Join Biden Administration

Jan 21, 2021

Vice President Eulois Cleckley Appointed as Interim President Today, the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) announced the resignation of Robin Hutcheson, former Director of the Minneapolis Department of Public Works, from NACTO’s board of directors. Hutcheson left her position as President of the Board in order to join the Biden-Harris Administration as Deputy […]

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NACTO Congratulates Polly Trottenberg

NACTO Congratulates Polly Trottenberg

Jan 19, 2021

Corinne Kisner, Executive Director, and Janette Sadik-Khan, Chair, of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), today issued the following statement on the nomination of Polly Trottenberg as U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation.  Polly Trottenberg is an inspired choice for U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation. From managing the world’s most complex urban transportation network […]

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NACTO Statement on the Relief Package: A Reprieve for Transit, Yet a Long Road Ahead for Cities

NACTO Statement on the Relief Package: A Reprieve for Transit, Yet a Long Road Ahead for Cities

Dec 22, 2020

Corinne Kisner, Executive Director of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), today issued the following statement in response to the Consolidated Appropriations Act, Congress’ newly passed economic relief package.  In the face of immense need, Congress finally passed a bill that provides $14 billion in sorely-needed relief for transit agencies. These funds will […]

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