Statement: U.S. DOT Adopts Accessibility Guidelines for Public Transit Stops

NACTO Executive Director Ryan Russo issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Dec. 18 announcement that it will adopt PROWAG fully, without modification.  This week, the U.S. Department of Transportation adopted the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) finalized last year by the U.S. Access Board. The guidelines standardize accessibility features across public rights-of-way, providing…

Over a decade ago, cities banded together to develop a first-of-its-kind document: bikeway design guidance developed by cities, for cities.

Meet 11 individuals from across the U.S. shaping a more equitable transportation system. The Better Bike Share Partnership — comprised of NACTO, PeopleForBikes, and the City of Philadelphia — is proud to announce the 2024-2025 cohort of the Transportation Justice Fellowship. The fellows will focus on shared micromobility as a critical tool for expanding the…

When done right, autonomous vehicles offer an opportunity to make streets safer, increase access to transportation for underserved communities, and increase American industry competitiveness in the international market. When done haphazardly, incorporating AVs and AV testing into our streets will make our cities less safe, less equal, and more congested. NACTO’s new Principles for Autonomous…

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