A strong, regionally coordinated transportation network supports the movement of people, goods, and ideas. Transportation plays a pivotal role in northeastern Illinois, positioning the region as a vital hub in the Midwest and nationally. With an intricate network of highways, railways, airports, waterways, and bike and pedestrian paths, our region is a crucial nexus for the movement of people, goods, and ideas. Our strategic location at the crossroads of major transportation routes has historically contributed to our economic success, fostering trade and commerce. Our dynamic region continues to thrive thanks to our long-range regional plan, ON TO 2050. This plan includes future road, transit, and active transportation projects and maintenance for a strong, regionally coordinated transportation network. Bringing the projects and priorities in ON TO 2050 to life requires a balance between public investments, private partnerships, and federal funding, to address the evolving needs of our region. Freight and Rail Click to go to Freight and Rail Improving the region’s freight system Freight assets Grade crossing prioritization Technical assistance Roads Click to go to Roads How CMAP addresses mobility What the region can do to improve roads Roadway functional classification National Highway System NHS maps by Councils of Mayors Technical assistance Transportation project funding Safety Click to go to Safety How does CMAP address safety? Addressing our regional traffic safety crisis How CMAP addresses safety Transit Click to go to Transit Plan of Action for Regional Transit Improving equity in transportation fees, fines, and fares Mobility recovery Federal funding for transit and transit access Walking & Biking Click to go to Walking & Biking Greenways and trails Walkable communities Complete Streets Greenhouse gas emissions Regional sidewalk inventory Transportation project funding