The document discusses the mission and goals of Transportation Alternatives, a New York City organization established in 1973 to promote bicycling, walking and public transit over automobile use. It aims to reclaim city streets from cars and cites a quote that the battle for the environment will be won in cities. The organization has 6,000 members, 15,000 activists, hundreds of volunteers and a $1.4 million budget. Charts show that over half of New York City residents live within a mile of subway stations and over 50% of automobile trips in the city are 5 miles or less, highlighting the potential for reduced car dependency.