Active Transportation
Walking and biking are essential transportation options in Ohio communities. ODOT's Active Transportation Program addresses the needs of people walking and biking while helping buld local, regional and state-level capacity to ensure that walking and biking are safe, comfortable and convenient transportation options.
What is Active Transportation?
Active transportation is human-powered transportation that engages people in healthy physical activity while they travel from place to place. People walking, bicycling, using strollers, wheelchairs/mobility devices, skateboarding and rollerblading are engaged in active transportation.
Cait Harley
Safe Routes to School & Active Transportation Manager
614-466-3049
Caitlin.Harley@dot.ohio.gov
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Planning & Initiatives
ODOT engages in several planning & initiative projects that include promoting Active Transportation as a goal for Ohioans.
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Data & Evaluation
ODOT collects data to inform, enlighten and support Active Transportation projects.
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Design
ODOT incorporates Active Transportation design standards into any transportation project where appropriate.
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Funding
ODOT has funding programs that can be used for active transportation projects.
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Education & Promotion
ODOT provides training, information and materials to educate transportation professionals and for educational professionals.
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Active Transportation Plan Development Guide
This document provides guidance on how Ohio communities can incorporate active transportation into local planning efforts.