The document describes the ActiveTrans Priority Tool (APT), a flexible methodology for prioritizing bicycle and pedestrian improvements along existing roads. It was developed through NCHRP Project 07-17. The APT is a data-driven, multi-step process that allows agencies to objectively evaluate potential active transportation projects based on weighted factors like safety, demand, opportunities, and existing conditions. It also provides opportunities for public and stakeholder input. The document outlines the 10 steps of the APT and provides an example of its use by the City of Miami to prioritize pedestrian crossing treatments. Resources for using the APT are available on the Pedbikeinfo website.

1. The ActiveTrans Priority Tool (APT)
A flexible, data-driven methodology for prioritizing
bicycle and pedestrian improvements along existing roads
Robert J Schneider
Presented by:
Karla Kingsley
Kittelson & Associates, Inc.

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My commute

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My commute

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• Limited funding and resources
• Decision-making seems (or is) political
• Squeaky wheel gets the grease
• Improvements happen after tragedies
• Difficult to involve the public
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Prioritization for agencies is a bit different

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• Don’t reinvent the wheel
• Open the “black box”
• Offer guidance for important
decision points
• Provide flexibility and wide
applicability
NCHRP 07-17: ActiveTrans Priority Tool
Photo by Robert Schneider

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ActiveTrans Priority Tool (APT)
Phase I Phase II

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APT Pilot Agency:
City of Miami
Pedestrian Crossings

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• Existing plan identified
crossing treatments and
potential locations
• What to do first? Where
should Miami focus
efforts or investments?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step

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• Mode?
• Goals?
• Project list or general
needs?
• Geographic area?
• Number of locations?
Step 1: Define Purpose

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step
Factors Weight Variables
Safety 10 Total Pedestrian Crashes
Demand 8
Employment Density
Number of Bus Stops
Opportunities 7 Aligned with Future Construction
Existing
Conditions
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Traffic Speed
Total Crossing Distance
Stakeholder
Input
6 Input from Health District Plan

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step
Factors Weight Variables
Safety 10 Total Pedestrian Crashes
Demand 8
Employment Density Building Sq Ft
Number of Bus Stops
Opportunities 7 Aligned with Future Construction
Existing
Conditions
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Traffic Speed Speed Limit
Total Crossing Distance
Stakeholder
Input
6 Input from Health District Plan

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step
Variables Range of values Scaled range
Total Pedestrian Crashes 0 to 9 crashes
0 to 10
Building Square Footage Low, Med, or High
Number of Bus Stops 0 to 4 stops
Aligned with Future Construction Yes or No
Speed Limit 30 to 40 mph
Total Crossing Distance 34 to 117 feet
Input from Health District Plan 1 to 5

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10APT Step

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In selecting
FACTORS to
represent
community
values
Public/Stakeholder Input Opportunities in APT
Framework
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
In WEIGHTING
of the factors
to prioritize
what is most
important
As a final “gut
check” on the
RANKED LIST of
improvements.
In selecting
VARIABLES of
the factors to
prioritize what
is most
important

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Ongoing Example: ODOT Region 1
Active Transportation Needs Inventory (ATNI)
Virtual Open House is
open for input!
www.oregon.gov/ODOT/ATNI

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• APT Guidebook
• Programmed Spreadsheet
and User Guide
• GIS guidance
• Screencast
• Brochure
• NCHRP 07-17 Final Report
with research approach and
findings
APT Resources
www.pedbikeinfo.org/apt

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Questions & Discussion
Karla Kingsley
Kittelson & Associates, Inc.
kkingsley@kittelson.com