Resources

Walking is just one part of the equation in Arlington County. Arlington offers a wide range of transportation options and services that make it easy to move around the County. By embracing multimodal policies, the County is able to move more people efficiently by foot, bike or transit, ultimately resulting in safer streets and less traffic on the roads for everyone.

The Arlington PAC

The Arlington Pedestrian Advisory Committee (PAC) is a dedicated group working to enhance the quality of pedestrian life in Arlington County. The PAC advises the County Manager on issues impacting pedestrian safety, health, access, and mobility. They play a crucial role in implementing the pedestrian elements of the Master Transportation Plan and provide a forum for community input on pedestrian initiatives. Visit the Arlington PAC online to learn more about their mission and how you can get involved.

The Commuter Store

The Commuter Store is your one-stop destination for all pedestrian and commuting needs in Arlingto. Offering face-to-face information, assistance, and sales at four convenient locations, the Commuter Store provides printed bus schedules, maps, and other free publications to help you plan the best way to travel—whether by walking, biking, bus, rail, carpool, or vanpool. Their courteous staff is ready to assist pedestrians and commuters alike in navigating the most efficient and enjoyable routes.

Car-Free Diet

Arlington’s Car-Free Diet offers an easy and enjoyable way to adopt a car-free or car-lite lifestyle. By choosing to walk, bike, take transit, carpool, vanpool, or telework instead of driving alone, you can save money, improve your health, and help the environment. This program supports pedestrians and commuters in Arlington by providing resources and information to make alternative transportation choices convenient and rewarding.

Vision Zero

Arlington’s Vision Zero initiative is dedicated to eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries while promoting safe, healthy, and equitable mobility for everyone. By focusing on safer road designs, data-driven strategies, and community collaboration, Vision Zero aims to create a safer environment for pedestrians, walkers, and commuters. Learn more about this important effort at the Arlington Vision Zero website.

Transportation Partners

Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP) is Arlington County’s transportation consulting organization that works with businesses, residential communities, commercial properties, hotels, and schools to enhance transportation amenities and commuter benefits. By promoting walking, biking, public transit, and other alternatives to driving alone, ATP helps improve commuting patterns, reduce traffic congestion, and enhance air quality. This supports pedestrians, walkers, and commuters in adopting more sustainable transportation choices.

Arlington’s Transportation Future

Arlington County has launched Arlington’s Transportation Future, a comprehensive initiative set to update the 2007 Master Transportation Plan. Starting in October 2024 and spanning until 2026, this plan aims to enhance safety, equity, accessibility, ease of use, and climate resiliency to meet the transportation needs of current and future residents. By integrating policies and strategies across all transportation modes, Arlington is committed to guiding community investments that make it an ideal place to live, work, and visit. Participate in shaping Arlington’s transportation future and learn more here.