Working within the System to Create Active Streets Track: Connect, Walking Institute Format: 60 minute panel Full Description: Fostering walkable, active streets requires an understanding of how government works – particularly the transportation agencies, engineers, and elected officials who often serve as gatekeepers to change. Learn about how to build the relationships, partnerships, political support, and resources necessary to create more successful, healthy streets. Learning Objectives: Understand engineers and how they view the world Know a set of questions to ask engineers to determine their understanding of walkability Understand the core engineer techniques for creating walkability Understand the core engineering techniques for creating safe, walking environments Presenter(s) Presenter: Kelly Morphy WALC Institute Co-Presenter: Molly O'Reilly America Walks Co-Presenter: Gary Toth PPS