2010 legislative agenda — New texting ban now in effect — Dressing for the season — Students spread the word to Drive With Care — Oak Park gets first bike lanes

2010 legislative agenda unveiled

2010 will see unique legislation that makes our roads safer for people – not just convenient for cars. >> More

Prepare to advocate

“Elected officials need to hear our voices. I contact them to make sure they are representing my best interests,” >> More

New texting ban now in effect

The new year brought an added reason to celebrate when a handful of new laws supported by Active Trans were added to the Illinois books. >> More

Bike lanes come to Oak Park

These bike improvements are the first of the Village’s Bike Plan, which was approved in September 2008. >> More

Dressing for the season

You don’t have to be crazy to bike year-round, just prepared. >> More

Bikes on Metra gets boost

We are excited to be the ones who are talking about these important ideas and programs with major decision-makers. >> More

Bold plans, big changes

The Transportation Research Board conference showcased an abundance of research, policy and far-reaching ideas that challenge Active Trans, and our members to fight for our shared vision >> More

Students use Drive With Care to transform school

You can find the Curie students campaigning for safe driving. >> More

Your ideas requested for Cal-Sag Trail

“It’s a tremendous amount of work, but we take the public input process very seriously,” >> More

Commuter profile: Jay Ready

A tale of two bikes.>>More

Quick releases

Save $5 on Bike the Drive| New faces |Volunteer Awardees >> More

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