Active transportation projects can do more than move people—they can save lives and expand access. This session highlights two unexpected ways that walking and biking infrastructure is supporting broader community goals. First, learn how Clatsop County paired trail planning with tsunami evacuation needs to create dual-purpose infrastructure and unlock new funding partnerships. Then, hear the voices of blind Oregonians—through letters and stories—who successfully advocated to ODOT for accessible crossings and audible pedestrian signals in their communities.
While the topics may differ, we promise to make them both fun and interactive…because that is how we roll!
Ryan is a planner with nearly 20 years of experience in multimodal planning across the Pacific Northwest. He brings expertise in trail and path planning, as well as work on climate, wildfire, and tsunami evacuation resilience.
Nadine is a planner leading multimodal projects to expand transportation choices and promote infill and quality growth. She brings experience in climate, resilience, and multimodal solutions. Nadine is a planner leading multimodal projects to expand transportation choices and promote... Read More →
Jenna Berman has been with ODOT for over eight years. Before taking on her current role as Active Transportation Liaison, she spent eight years in Colorado working on bicycle education, advocacy, and policy. In her current role, she leads efforts to address ADA-related inquiries from... Read More →
