Wisconsin’s Active Transportation Plan 2050 (ATP) is a statewide long-range plan focused on human-powered modes of transportation such as bicycling and walking. This plan will evaluate active transportation opportunities and needs, resulting in policies and actions that align with Connect 2050, Wisconsin’s statewide long-range transportation plan.

The ATP is a policy document with specific recommendations for WisDOT improving long-term transportation for active modes of transportation, i.e., people who bike and walk in Wisconsin.

Schedule

The planning process is anticipated to be completed in 2026. Public and stakeholder participation is encouraged - sign up for our email alerts to stay informed of plan activities!

Early Planning Phase (Complete)

• Review of existing plans, resources, and guidance
• Complete active transportation analysis
• Engage the public and stakeholders

Pre-draft Plan Phase (Complete)

• Develop the plan's vision and goals
• Develop the draft plan
• Develop active transportation toolkit and resources
• Engage the public and stakeholders

Draft Plan Phase (Underway)

• Release draft plan
• Revise active transportation toolkit and resources
• Engage the public and stakeholders

Final Plan Phase

• Adopt and release the final plan

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Active Transportation Plan Vision

The ATP is a policy document with specific recommendations for WisDOT in providing long-term transportation for active modes of transportation, i.e., people who bike and walk in Wisconsin.

WisDOT envisions that walking, bicycling, and other forms of active transportation will be safe, accessible, and convenient for people of all ages and abilities.

WisDOT is committed to the following goals:

Goal 1 - Improve Safety

Eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes involving all active transportation users and other vulnerable roadway users.

Goal 2 - Encourage Active Transportation

Increase the number of people who walk, bike, and use active transportation for a variety of trip types throughout the year.

Goal 3 - Improve Connectivity

Create safe, comfortable, and convenient active transportation networks that connect within and between communities throughout the state.

Goal 4 - Educate and Raise Awareness

Promote active transportation use to support healthy lifestyles, reduce environmental impacts, support local economies, and improve quality of life.

Goal 5 - Collaborate and Coordinate

Offer comprehensive resources to help local communities design and implement active transportation projects that improve safety and comfort for all users.

Goal 6 - Invest Strategically and Sustainably

Maximize available funding to support the development of an integrated active transportation network through strategic investments.

Public and stakeholder engagement is a vital part of the planning process and will be conducted virtually and in-person throughout the project.

WisDOT has conducted the following activities: 

In-Person Events

Meeting-in-a-box

Pop-up events

Virtual Events

Online surveys

Virtual open houses

Virtual focus groups

Please see the Engagement Action Plan for additional information and sign up for email updates to be notified of upcoming events.

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