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The Regional Transportation Authority is the unit of local government charged with regional financial & budgetary oversight for CTA, Metra, and Pace.
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Regional Transportation Authority | RTA Statement on passage of Senate Bill 2111
This bill provides the stable funding and governance reforms needed to protect transit service for the millions who ride CTA, Metra, and Pace—and the…
www.rtachicago.org
Statement from the RTA: "The passage of SB2111 is a landmark moment for public transit in Illinois."
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Last month, the Village of Robbins adopted ETOD zoning code amendments developed with the RTA’s Community Planning program. These amendments are intended to be transit supportive, encourage economic development, and advance strategies.
www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
Regional Transportation Authority | Robbins adopts zoning code amendments to encourage mixed-use development near Metra station
Last month, the Village of Robbins Board of Trustees adopted equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD) zoning code amendments developed with the RTA’s…
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November 24, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Last month, the Village of Robbins adopted ETOD zoning code amendments developed with the RTA’s Community Planning program. These amendments are intended to be transit supportive, encourage economic development, and advance strategies.
www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
🔔 The RTA Access to Transit Call for Projects applications are now open! Eligible projects must demonstrate the ability to increase ridership, improve access to existing transit services, and contribute to reduced vehicle trips.
Learn more and apply: www.rtachicago.org/communities/...
Learn more and apply: www.rtachicago.org/communities/...
November 20, 2025 at 7:24 PM
🔔 The RTA Access to Transit Call for Projects applications are now open! Eligible projects must demonstrate the ability to increase ridership, improve access to existing transit services, and contribute to reduced vehicle trips.
Learn more and apply: www.rtachicago.org/communities/...
Learn more and apply: www.rtachicago.org/communities/...
The November 2025 RTA Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ULl...
November 2025 RTA Board of Directors Meeting
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November 20, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The November 2025 RTA Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ULl...
For the first time in years, the RTA enters a budget year not preparing for a looming crisis, but instead optimistic for the opportunities ahead. Senate Bill 2111 marks a historic investment that will protect the essential service of today and lay the foundation for the transit of tomorrow.
Regional Transportation Authority | 2026 regional transit budget available for public comment, lays out future with new sustainable funding
The RTA has released the Proposed 2026 Regional Transit Operating Budget and Five-Year Capital Program for download and public comment. The budget comes…
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November 19, 2025 at 8:15 PM
For the first time in years, the RTA enters a budget year not preparing for a looming crisis, but instead optimistic for the opportunities ahead. Senate Bill 2111 marks a historic investment that will protect the essential service of today and lay the foundation for the transit of tomorrow.
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, November 20. Watch live at 9:00 a.m. via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ULll_5fUCM
November 18, 2025 at 7:08 PM
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, November 20. Watch live at 9:00 a.m. via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ULll_5fUCM
Time to celebrate the season with a journey! ❄️ Hop on the CTA, Metra, or Pace to all the holiday markets, performances, or festive sights the region has to offer. ⭐️ Find out how in our blog: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
November 17, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Time to celebrate the season with a journey! ❄️ Hop on the CTA, Metra, or Pace to all the holiday markets, performances, or festive sights the region has to offer. ⭐️ Find out how in our blog: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/11...
🔔 The 2026 Regional Transit Operating Budget and Capital Program is available for public comment online now through December 5.
RTA staff will present the regional budget accept comments through a virtual public hearing on December 4. Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/transit-fund...
RTA staff will present the regional budget accept comments through a virtual public hearing on December 4. Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/transit-fund...
November 14, 2025 at 6:24 PM
🔔 The 2026 Regional Transit Operating Budget and Capital Program is available for public comment online now through December 5.
RTA staff will present the regional budget accept comments through a virtual public hearing on December 4. Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/transit-fund...
RTA staff will present the regional budget accept comments through a virtual public hearing on December 4. Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/transit-fund...
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the RTA recognizes and honors the history, culture, and contributions of native and Indigenous people throughout our region.
November 13, 2025 at 7:17 PM
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the RTA recognizes and honors the history, culture, and contributions of native and Indigenous people throughout our region.
Through September, Chicagoland riders have taken more than 280 million fixed-route trips this year. September 2025 was the second highest ridership month since the pandemic! 🚉👏
November 12, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Through September, Chicagoland riders have taken more than 280 million fixed-route trips this year. September 2025 was the second highest ridership month since the pandemic! 🚉👏
On October 31, the Illinois General Assembly passed SB 2111, a historic transit funding and reform bill providing $1.2 billion in new annual operating funding for CTA, Metra, and Pace, ensuring no fare hikes or service cuts in 2026 and supporting improvements to service, reliability, and safety.
Regional Transportation Authority | Illinois legislators pass landmark transit funding and reform bill, averting fiscal cliff. What does it mean for…
Starting in 2027, after funding NITA expenses, ADA paratransit, and baseline funding for the Service Boards, remaining operating funding will be…
www.rtachicago.org
November 11, 2025 at 7:40 PM
On October 31, the Illinois General Assembly passed SB 2111, a historic transit funding and reform bill providing $1.2 billion in new annual operating funding for CTA, Metra, and Pace, ensuring no fare hikes or service cuts in 2026 and supporting improvements to service, reliability, and safety.
The RTA commends the courage of those who have served to protect our country – we are thankful for you everyday. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
The RTA commends the courage of those who have served to protect our country – we are thankful for you everyday. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
The November 2025 RTA special Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iho...
November 2025 Special RTA Board of Directors Meeting
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November 6, 2025 at 2:34 PM
The November 2025 RTA special Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iho...
The RTA website is temporarily down, we apologize for the inconvenience. It should be restored shortly.
November 4, 2025 at 7:40 PM
The RTA website is temporarily down, we apologize for the inconvenience. It should be restored shortly.
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will hold a special meeting this Thursday, November 6 at 8:30 a.m. View the agenda and watch the livestream here: https://rtachicago.org/meetings
November 4, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will hold a special meeting this Thursday, November 6 at 8:30 a.m. View the agenda and watch the livestream here: https://rtachicago.org/meetings
Statement from the RTA: "The passage of SB2111 is a landmark moment for public transit in Illinois."
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Regional Transportation Authority | RTA Statement on passage of Senate Bill 2111
This bill provides the stable funding and governance reforms needed to protect transit service for the millions who ride CTA, Metra, and Pace—and the…
www.rtachicago.org
October 31, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Statement from the RTA: "The passage of SB2111 is a landmark moment for public transit in Illinois."
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Read the full statement here or below. www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/pr...
Like Stephanie, our residents want greater access to cost-effective transportation in their communities for all. Join the fight to help us win sustainable funding and reform at SaveTransitNow.org.
➡️ Read more stories from riders in our new blog: https://bit.ly/3WsrnWk
➡️ Read more stories from riders in our new blog: https://bit.ly/3WsrnWk
October 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Like Stephanie, our residents want greater access to cost-effective transportation in their communities for all. Join the fight to help us win sustainable funding and reform at SaveTransitNow.org.
➡️ Read more stories from riders in our new blog: https://bit.ly/3WsrnWk
➡️ Read more stories from riders in our new blog: https://bit.ly/3WsrnWk
"I have supported rider-focused governance reforms consistently, but we are not facing an issue that tweaks to governance will solve. Facing the fiscal cliff is going to require tough votes to solve what is and always has been a funding crisis." – RTA Chairman Kirk Dillard in @chicagotribune.com.
Kirk W. Dillard: The real consequences of not funding transit in Illinois
Illinois ranks last among peer states in state support for public transit, covering just 17% of costs while most states fund 40% to 50%.
www.chicagotribune.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
"I have supported rider-focused governance reforms consistently, but we are not facing an issue that tweaks to governance will solve. Facing the fiscal cliff is going to require tough votes to solve what is and always has been a funding crisis." – RTA Chairman Kirk Dillard in @chicagotribune.com.
The October 2025 RTA Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QxuyJvzuCI
October 2025 RTA Board of Directors Meeting
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October 23, 2025 at 2:07 PM
The October 2025 RTA Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QxuyJvzuCI
This year, thousands of riders across the region signed letters urging Illinois legislators to find a transit funding solution before it is too late.
Like Deborah and her family, many people in Chicago rely on public transit to access work and independence. Share your story at SaveTransitNow.org.
Like Deborah and her family, many people in Chicago rely on public transit to access work and independence. Share your story at SaveTransitNow.org.
October 21, 2025 at 3:43 PM
This year, thousands of riders across the region signed letters urging Illinois legislators to find a transit funding solution before it is too late.
Like Deborah and her family, many people in Chicago rely on public transit to access work and independence. Share your story at SaveTransitNow.org.
Like Deborah and her family, many people in Chicago rely on public transit to access work and independence. Share your story at SaveTransitNow.org.
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, October 23. Stream live at 9:00 a.m. via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QxuyJvzuCI
October 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🔔 The RTA Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, October 23. Stream live at 9:00 a.m. via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QxuyJvzuCI
As the fiscal cliff looms, a coordinated, efficient, and accountable transit system is crucial. Regional oversight ensures reliable service, agency cooperation, and better connections for all communities. 🚇
https://bit.ly/46VCblN
https://bit.ly/46VCblN
Regional Transportation Authority | How to achieve greater regional authority in Chicago area transit
A regional agency that is empowered to evaluate service quality throughout the year can use discretionary funding to ensure operating agencies deliver on…
www.rtachicago.org
October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
As the fiscal cliff looms, a coordinated, efficient, and accountable transit system is crucial. Regional oversight ensures reliable service, agency cooperation, and better connections for all communities. 🚇
https://bit.ly/46VCblN
https://bit.ly/46VCblN
The @chiarchitecture.bsky.social is presenting their annual Open House Chicago this weekend, October 18-19! 🏙️✨ Learn how you can explore the region's historically diverse architecture by hopping aboard the CTA, Metra, or Pace: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/10...
Regional Transportation Authority | How to use transit to explore the Chicago region’s architecture
Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60601 How to get there: CTA Bus #60 (Randolph and Michigan stop) and walk for 7 minutes (0.3 miles). CTA Bus #3, #4, #6, #20, #26,…
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October 15, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The @chiarchitecture.bsky.social is presenting their annual Open House Chicago this weekend, October 18-19! 🏙️✨ Learn how you can explore the region's historically diverse architecture by hopping aboard the CTA, Metra, or Pace: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/10...
📢 ICYMI, ADA paratransit certified riders can now enjoy fixed-route CTA, Pace, and Metra for free – no action needed! 🚌👏 Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/10...
October 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM
📢 ICYMI, ADA paratransit certified riders can now enjoy fixed-route CTA, Pace, and Metra for free – no action needed! 🚌👏 Learn more: www.rtachicago.org/blog/2025/10...
As part of our commitment to transparency throughout the budget process, RTA has updated the projected 2026 regional transit fiscal cliff to $230 million — up from $202 million presented by the Service Boards at the Oct. 3 Ad Hoc Committee meeting. www.rtachicago.org/uploads/file...
October 14, 2025 at 3:40 PM
As part of our commitment to transparency throughout the budget process, RTA has updated the projected 2026 regional transit fiscal cliff to $230 million — up from $202 million presented by the Service Boards at the Oct. 3 Ad Hoc Committee meeting. www.rtachicago.org/uploads/file...
With stronger governance and funding, the RTA can:
➡️ Expand service to connect more people to opportunity
➡️ Set performance standards
➡️ Prioritize equity, climate, and accessibility in investments
The future of transit depends on action now. Visit rtachicago.org/transformingtransit.
➡️ Expand service to connect more people to opportunity
➡️ Set performance standards
➡️ Prioritize equity, climate, and accessibility in investments
The future of transit depends on action now. Visit rtachicago.org/transformingtransit.
October 13, 2025 at 7:43 PM
With stronger governance and funding, the RTA can:
➡️ Expand service to connect more people to opportunity
➡️ Set performance standards
➡️ Prioritize equity, climate, and accessibility in investments
The future of transit depends on action now. Visit rtachicago.org/transformingtransit.
➡️ Expand service to connect more people to opportunity
➡️ Set performance standards
➡️ Prioritize equity, climate, and accessibility in investments
The future of transit depends on action now. Visit rtachicago.org/transformingtransit.