On Track: A blog from NITA
Blog posts published prior to September 1, 2026 were written by the RTA and are maintained here for historical purposes.
Blog posts published prior to September 1, 2026 were written by the RTA and are maintained here for historical purposes.
NITA is committed to building the future of transit with rider voices at the center. For the first time, the regional transit agency published a prioritizati...
November 2, 2026
Invest
Survey shows current riders are more likely to be essential workers or minorities, feel transit is safe
Although ridership on the Chicago region’s transit system has dramatically declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 500,000 riders are still taking C...
April 19, 2021
Move
RTA working with partners to improve transportation access for all
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) is committed to increasing mobility options for all residents of the Chicago region, no matter their age, ability...
March 22, 2021
Plan
Redesigned RTAMS site provides user-friendly access to transit data
A redesigned Regional Transportation Authority Mapping and Statistics (RTAMS) website is now available for users to explore, search, and study data from the ...
January 29, 2021
Invest
RTA outlines process to distribute federal COVID relief funds, analyze critical transit need
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the RTA is in the midst of its three step recovery strategy to sustain the region’s transit system and plan for its futur...
January 22, 2021
Plan
RTA accepting applications for Community Planning program
Joint Call for Planning Assistance open through Wednesday, February 3 The RTA is partnering with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to issu...
January 20, 2021
Invest
Analysis of capital projects shows most funding directed toward transit safety and reliability, but needs remain
Amid one of the most challenging years for transit, the RTA and the three Service Boards (CTA, Metra, and Pace) continue to advance key capital projects that...
December 16, 2020
Plan
RTA begins zoning code projects in Cicero, Riverside
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) has begun work with the communities of Cicero and Riverside to support zoning code updates through the agency’s C...
September 15, 2020
Plan
Survey seeks input on RTA transit recovery scenario planning
The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on regional transit have been profound. The public health crisis has reduced ridership, led to service changes, and plac...
August 28, 2020
Plan
RTA, Cary begin work on Downtown Strategic Plan to support transit-oriented development
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) has begun work with the Village of Cary to complete a Downtown Strategic Plan. The goal is to encourage private ...
August 26, 2020
Plan
RTA funds Phase I engineering for bicycle, pedestrian transit access improvements in four communities
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) is announcing $195,000 in funding through its Access to Transit program to help four communities in Northeaste...
August 19, 2020
Plan
RTA, Crystal Lake begin planning project to enhance areas surrounding Metra stations
The City of Crystal Lake and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) have begun a planning process to create the Crystal Lake and Pingree Road Stations S...
August 5, 2020
Invest
RTA Executive Director's letter to Illinois Congressional Delegation on additional federal funding for transit
On July 30, 2020, I sent a letter to the Illinois Congressional delegation to reiterate that the RTA strongly supports including additional federal resources...
August 3, 2020
