Metra just announced it is looking for a “ride share partner” to join the commuter railroad in helping riders solve what we in transit call
Month: July 2016
CTA Gets Some “Green” to Keep “Going Green”
Congratulations to the CTA! The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration has announced its selections for an expanded Low or No-Emission (Low-No) Bus Competitive Grant Program.
RTA Proud to be Gold Sponsor at 13th Annual Disability Pride Parade
We are proud to support the disability community by serving as a Gold Sponsor at Saturday’s 13th Annual Disability Pride Parade. Held in downtown Chicago, the
It’s National Anti-Boredom Month: Beat Boredom on Transit
It’s National Anti-Boredom Month (yawn) so we’ve got some great ideas on how you can kick your boredom blues! Take transit and explore the region!
RTA Staff Recognizes Importance of American Disabilities Act
My name is Linda Miller and I’m an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Certifier in the RTA’s Mobility Services Department. The RTA manages the ADA
TGIF: Have a great weekend from the staff of the RTA
Ever wondered who’s behind the scenes at the RTA? It’s us! We recently took a break to pose for a staff photo and now we’d
RTA and Service Board CEO’s Speak to APTA Leadership Group
Up and coming leaders from transit systems around the country are in our region this week, to share ideas and learn best practices as part
RTA E.D. Proud to be on WTS Panel
I was proud to be on a panel today at the Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) Chicago Chapter’s Women in Leadership luncheon. I shared the
RTA, Service Boards Participate in Chicago’s AccessChicago 2016 Expo for People with Disabilities
Join us, along with CTA, Metra and Pace for AccessChicago 2016 Expo for People with Disabilities tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Navy
Union Station to get Modernized by Lead Design Firm
Union Station will be modernized to improve and enhance the station’s performance and the RTA is proud to be behind it. RTA Chairman Kirk Dillard,
Renovations at 95th Street Terminal to Offer Better Service to Riders
The 95th Street Terminal is getting a facelift with the RTA’s help. We’re providing partial funding and overseeing the 95th Street Terminal Improvement Project.
Active Trans Hosts Panel Discussion on Autonomous Cars
We at the RTA feel our regional public transportation system is the backbone of today’s evolving transportation eco-system. “Shared mobility” has become a key phrase
Public Transportation Offers Best Travel Options for Fourth of July Festivities
If you’re staying in town to celebrate the Fourth of July, we’re reminding riders that public transportation is the way to go. Public transportation