Honors & Awards

 

Janette Sadik-Khan will receive the LaGasse Medal for contributions to the management and conservation of natural resources and public landscapes. As commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation from 2007 to 2013, Sadik-Khan led one of the greatest transformation efforts within the public realm of New York City in over 50 years. Today, she has become an influential voice for making bicyclists and pedestrians a priority with the urban environment and transportation network. As chair of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), and other influential organizations, Sadik-Khan continues to advocate and share her vision for making urban spaces better for all. This award also conveys honorary membership in the Society, as noted by the suffix above.

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