Date: September 30, 2025
Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm PT
Cost: Free 
Organization: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC)

Join the TrailNation Collaborative, powered by Rails to Trails Conservancy, for another TrADE Talk as we explore RTC’s recently released TrADE report, which serves as an important tool for states, regions and active transportation professionals to understand spending patterns and strengthen the program, thus improving the efficiency and impact of investments made.

During this session, you will hear from Kevin Vettraino, Planning Director of the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) about how they are innovatively using their state’s TA program funds to invest in large-scale connectivity projects. You will also learn how the current federal landscape is influencing decisions about the future implementation of the program and actions you can take to ensure this funding is available for generations to come.