ON COMMUNITIES IN MOTION DAY, APTA ENCOURAGES YOU TO: Build public support for public transportation by increasing awareness of how public transportation improves quality of life — providing opportunity, freedom, mobility and access for all citizens. Increase appreciation for public transportation’s contributions to communities. Recognize elected officials who have been supportive of public transportation initiatives. Reach out and involve local groups and individuals that have a vital interest in public transportation’s local, state and federal legislative goals. Communicate the importance of investment in public transportation.