Join the TrailNation Collaborative, powered by Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC), as we explore RTC’s recently released TrADE report and hear from Transportation Alternatives staff about how they are innovatively using their state’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funds.

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RTC’s Transportation Alternatives Data Exchange (TrADE) helps stakeholders at the federal, state and local levels understand and make effective use of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program. The TrADE Report is an important tool for states, regions and active transportation professionals to understand spending patterns and strengthen the program, thus improving the efficiency and impact of investments made.

During this TrADE talk, attendees will hear from Kansas DOT’s Active Transportation Manager, Jennifer Kramer, Montana DOT’s Transportation Alternatives Engineer, David Holien, and Michigan DOT’s TAP Manager, Michael Smith as they cover how they are taking advantage of TAP funding. Topics will include technical assistance pilot projects, the role of grant coordinators assisting local agencies, stipends for disadvantaged communities, and using safety funds to meet match requirements.