National Association Of City Transportation Officials

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The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equitable, sustainable, and efficient urban mobility solutions across North American cities. Comprising over 90 major city transportation departments, NACTO fosters collaboration among urban planners, engineers, and policymakers to address the evolving challenges of street design, public transit, and multimodal transportation. Through innovative research, advocacy, and the development of practical guidelines, NACTO empowers cities to create safer, more inclusive streets that prioritize pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. Their flagship publication, the Urban Street Design Guide, has become an essential resource for reimagining urban roadways as vibrant public spaces that enhance community connectivity and resilience in the face of climate change and population growth.