Walkability Action Institute

Many of NACDD’s WAI Alumni teams achieved new outcomes because of their interdisciplinary approaches to create more walkable and movable places within their communities. 

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  • Policy/Plan – new plans or policies such as new or updated Long-Range Transportation Plans, Active Transportation Plans, Comprehensive Safety Action Plans, or Complete Streets policies
  • Systems Improvements – improving grant and project scoring criteria to prioritize bicycle and pedestrian safety, integrating equity into regional project applications, or allocating funds for active transportation projects
  • Changes to Community Built Environment – new or enhanced pocket parks, trail and multimodal connectivity, improved park access, street redesigns, bicycle facilities, and enhanced pedestrian crossing facilities.

WAI Results in Action – Stories from the Field

WAI: Creative Funding Strategies for Walkability Improvements in Rural and Small Towns
WAI: How Springfield, Missouri is Promoting Active Transportation to Everyday Places through Quality of Place Initiatives
WAI: How the Indiana Department of Health Promotes Active Transportation Through Interdisciplinary Partnerships
WAI: Promoting Active Transportation in Walla Walla Valley, Washington
WAI: The Genesis, Implementation, and Impact of Oʻahu’s Pedestrian Plan

WAI Outcomes

NACDD maintains cumulative outcomes of all WAI alumni locations and can provide local, region, or state-based outcomes, as needed or requested. The Overall Project Outcomes report is being updated to reflect 2025 data.

Executive Summary

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Walkability Action Institute