NACTO was formed to give city transportation leaders a direct, unified voice.
Today, we drive innovation and change across over 100 North American cities and transit agencies. NACTO provides resources, connects practitioners, and advocates for policies to help cities build safe, sustainable, and equitable transportation systems.
Our Vision
Cities have safe, sustainable, and equitable transportation systems that connect communities to the resources they need to thrive.
Our Mission
NACTO champions bold, people-first urban transportation by mobilizing a network of cities and transit agencies.
Our Values
Our values guide how we work to achieve our mission. They influence NACTO priorities, our work, and our collaboration with each other and our partners.
- Transformative Vision Transforming streets is not only possible but necessary to achieve our mission.
- Public Leadership Local governments are agents of progress.
- Collective Action Convening a diverse, representative network contributes to improving transportation for everyone.
- Meaningful Impact People’s lives are improved by brave changes on city streets.
- Mobility Justice The ability for all people to move safely and comfortably through streets and public spaces is a cornerstone of freedom.
- Integrity Values-driven, evidence-based work builds trust among professionals, leaders, and community members.
OUR WORK
Supporting
Successful Agencies
NACTO helps build local agencies’ capacity to plan, design, and operate urban transportation networks.