This bill gives local governments the option to enter into an agreement with the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT)

During this webinar, attendees learned tips from RTC and partners for taking advantage of the new Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) and perspectives on the importance of having a dedicated funding source for connected trail and active transportation networks.

An overview of Celebrate Trails Day; share ways to get involved; go over the tools and materials we’ll provide to help you plan, promote and participate in the celebration.

How to build an investment strategy that combines and leverages multiple funding sources for long-term success.

With increased connectivity, the use of trail systems increases by as much as 80%i and the economic, health, climate and transportation benefits they deliver are maximized.ii

During this webinar, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) and partners discussed preparing your active transportation and trail asks for upcoming state legislative sessions, most of which will occur in the winter and spring of 2024.

These strategies can help prioritize projects, build public support for trail networks, and make the case for further investment.

This table indicates potential eligibility for pedestrian and bicycle projects under U.S. Department of Transportation surface transportation funding programs.

During this dialogue, attendees heard from RTC staff about the recently released Transportation Alternatives Data Exchange (TrADE) report before learning about how transportation professionals are innovatively using TA funds in their regions.

RTC produced a report that examines the characteristics of 88 existing rails-with-trails in 33 states and updated in September 2023.