KDOT is dedicated to making walking, biking, and using a wheelchair as safe, accessible, and convenient as possible for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. This focus is increasingly important as more people look for transportation options beyond cars. 

The state’s 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan highlights the need for a strong active transportation network, noting that changing demographics and an aging population shape future transportation needs. 

Additionally, the Kansas Strategic Highway Safety Plan  and the Kansas Vulnerable Road User Safety Assessment address the risks faced by active transportation users and outlines strategies to reduce crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists. 

The Kansas Active Transportation Plan is a crucial step in enhancing safety and comfort for all users. It introduces policies, programs, and technical resources to help local communities, KDOT, and other state agencies plan, design, and promote active transportation networks across Kansas.