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Sure sounds like current board members are actively trying to sabotage the hard-fought #RevenuesAndReform of SB2111 through an amendatory veto.
We're not done yet: call @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office and tell him to sign SB2111 **as-is**!
gov.illinois.gov/contact-us/c...
We're not done yet: call @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office and tell him to sign SB2111 **as-is**!
gov.illinois.gov/contact-us/c...
November 21, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Sure sounds like current board members are actively trying to sabotage the hard-fought #RevenuesAndReform of SB2111 through an amendatory veto.
We're not done yet: call @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office and tell him to sign SB2111 **as-is**!
gov.illinois.gov/contact-us/c...
We're not done yet: call @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office and tell him to sign SB2111 **as-is**!
gov.illinois.gov/contact-us/c...
Great news for #93 Bus riders! Attend an informational meeting from Chicago's 33rd Ward Alderwoman regarding planned improvements to the California/Dodge Bus Service which will see service extended from Kimball Brown Line to Logan Square Blue Line.
Zoom link and submit questions:
www.33rdward.org
Zoom link and submit questions:
www.33rdward.org
November 22, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Great news for #93 Bus riders! Attend an informational meeting from Chicago's 33rd Ward Alderwoman regarding planned improvements to the California/Dodge Bus Service which will see service extended from Kimball Brown Line to Logan Square Blue Line.
Zoom link and submit questions:
www.33rdward.org
Zoom link and submit questions:
www.33rdward.org
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Post-bailout transit budgets call for service increases
Post-bailout transit budgets call for service increases - Evanston RoundTable
CTA, Metra and Pace officially approved the 2026 budgets without service cuts or fare increases, and with some additional money to expand service. But if
evanstonroundtable.com
November 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Post-bailout transit budgets call for service increases
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Vote for more Yellow line stations in SW Evanston in the Cook County railway survey!
November 20, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Vote for more Yellow line stations in SW Evanston in the Cook County railway survey!
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IL Lawmakers listened to their communities and embraced the transformative power of reliable, sustainable transit. The $1.5B annual investment allow us to strengthen, modernize, and expand our state’s public transit system. Tap here to thank lawmakers:
https://activetrans.quorum.us/campaign/146550/
https://activetrans.quorum.us/campaign/146550/
November 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM
IL Lawmakers listened to their communities and embraced the transformative power of reliable, sustainable transit. The $1.5B annual investment allow us to strengthen, modernize, and expand our state’s public transit system. Tap here to thank lawmakers:
https://activetrans.quorum.us/campaign/146550/
https://activetrans.quorum.us/campaign/146550/
Remember to RSVP for our End of Year Party at Double Clutch on Wednesday December 17th from 7-9PM.
All are welcome and bring a friend! No entry fee or ticket. Food and drink for purchase. Enjoy transit ‘TED’ talks and an ETA merch raffle.
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All are welcome and bring a friend! No entry fee or ticket. Food and drink for purchase. Enjoy transit ‘TED’ talks and an ETA merch raffle.
forms.gle/w6mMVPEbKxc9...
November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Remember to RSVP for our End of Year Party at Double Clutch on Wednesday December 17th from 7-9PM.
All are welcome and bring a friend! No entry fee or ticket. Food and drink for purchase. Enjoy transit ‘TED’ talks and an ETA merch raffle.
forms.gle/w6mMVPEbKxc9...
All are welcome and bring a friend! No entry fee or ticket. Food and drink for purchase. Enjoy transit ‘TED’ talks and an ETA merch raffle.
forms.gle/w6mMVPEbKxc9...
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PUBLIC MEETING ALERT: Illinois is updating its Statewide Transit Plan, setting a long term vision for how we fund, expand & improve public transportation across the state. Virtual meeting info:
Nov 15 at 10am
Nov 18 at 12pm
Nov 18 at 7pm
Register & PLEASE SHARE: idot.illinois.gov/transportati...
Nov 15 at 10am
Nov 18 at 12pm
Nov 18 at 7pm
Register & PLEASE SHARE: idot.illinois.gov/transportati...
Next Move Illinois
Public transportation is an essential way for people to travel throughout the state of Illinois. Next Move Illinois is a successor to the 2018 Illinois Statewide Public Transportation Plan. The goal o...
idot.illinois.gov
November 10, 2025 at 9:05 PM
PUBLIC MEETING ALERT: Illinois is updating its Statewide Transit Plan, setting a long term vision for how we fund, expand & improve public transportation across the state. Virtual meeting info:
Nov 15 at 10am
Nov 18 at 12pm
Nov 18 at 7pm
Register & PLEASE SHARE: idot.illinois.gov/transportati...
Nov 15 at 10am
Nov 18 at 12pm
Nov 18 at 7pm
Register & PLEASE SHARE: idot.illinois.gov/transportati...
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Tonight, Evanston City Council is expected to vote on 419 homes proposed for 605 Davis Street in downtown Evanston.
We encourage our members to show up in support of these new homes. The meeting begins at 5:30 pm.
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We encourage our members to show up in support of these new homes. The meeting begins at 5:30 pm.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Tonight, Evanston City Council is expected to vote on 419 homes proposed for 605 Davis Street in downtown Evanston.
We encourage our members to show up in support of these new homes. The meeting begins at 5:30 pm.
us06web.zoom.us/j/8167839505...
We encourage our members to show up in support of these new homes. The meeting begins at 5:30 pm.
us06web.zoom.us/j/8167839505...
Our final meeting and happy hour of the year is tomorrow night at Evanston Public Library in first floor community room #107.
Tuesday, November 11th
5:30PM to 7:00PM
1703 Orrington Avenue
Afterwards, we will bike or walk together to Ridgeville Tavern for happy hour.
Tuesday, November 11th
5:30PM to 7:00PM
1703 Orrington Avenue
Afterwards, we will bike or walk together to Ridgeville Tavern for happy hour.
November 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Our final meeting and happy hour of the year is tomorrow night at Evanston Public Library in first floor community room #107.
Tuesday, November 11th
5:30PM to 7:00PM
1703 Orrington Avenue
Afterwards, we will bike or walk together to Ridgeville Tavern for happy hour.
Tuesday, November 11th
5:30PM to 7:00PM
1703 Orrington Avenue
Afterwards, we will bike or walk together to Ridgeville Tavern for happy hour.
Support a Yellow Line Station in Evanston
1. Go to: cook-rail-survey-hntbcorp.hub.arcgis.com
2. Pick language and “Start”
3. “Begin Survey”
4. Click "New Feature" on the left sidebar
5. Place a station on the Yellow Line at Dodge, Ridge or Asbury
6. Complete survey in the left sidebar
7. “Create”
1. Go to: cook-rail-survey-hntbcorp.hub.arcgis.com
2. Pick language and “Start”
3. “Begin Survey”
4. Click "New Feature" on the left sidebar
5. Place a station on the Yellow Line at Dodge, Ridge or Asbury
6. Complete survey in the left sidebar
7. “Create”
Cook County Rail Survey
Take the Cook County Rail Infill Station Study Survey for where you'd like to see rail stations.
cook-rail-survey-hntbcorp.hub.arcgis.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Support a Yellow Line Station in Evanston
1. Go to: cook-rail-survey-hntbcorp.hub.arcgis.com
2. Pick language and “Start”
3. “Begin Survey”
4. Click "New Feature" on the left sidebar
5. Place a station on the Yellow Line at Dodge, Ridge or Asbury
6. Complete survey in the left sidebar
7. “Create”
1. Go to: cook-rail-survey-hntbcorp.hub.arcgis.com
2. Pick language and “Start”
3. “Begin Survey”
4. Click "New Feature" on the left sidebar
5. Place a station on the Yellow Line at Dodge, Ridge or Asbury
6. Complete survey in the left sidebar
7. “Create”
You are invited to our annual Year End Celebration
Wednesday, December 17th
7:00 to 9:00PM
Double Clutch Brewery, 2121 Ashland Ave
Food and beverages available to purchase
Transit ‘TED Talks’
ETA Merch Raffle
No entry fee or ticket required
RSVP here:
forms.gle/QuUf9C9uD59i...
Wednesday, December 17th
7:00 to 9:00PM
Double Clutch Brewery, 2121 Ashland Ave
Food and beverages available to purchase
Transit ‘TED Talks’
ETA Merch Raffle
No entry fee or ticket required
RSVP here:
forms.gle/QuUf9C9uD59i...
November 4, 2025 at 2:14 PM
You are invited to our annual Year End Celebration
Wednesday, December 17th
7:00 to 9:00PM
Double Clutch Brewery, 2121 Ashland Ave
Food and beverages available to purchase
Transit ‘TED Talks’
ETA Merch Raffle
No entry fee or ticket required
RSVP here:
forms.gle/QuUf9C9uD59i...
Wednesday, December 17th
7:00 to 9:00PM
Double Clutch Brewery, 2121 Ashland Ave
Food and beverages available to purchase
Transit ‘TED Talks’
ETA Merch Raffle
No entry fee or ticket required
RSVP here:
forms.gle/QuUf9C9uD59i...
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Good morning!
Last night, Illinois’ legislature passed a law, SB2111, which will fund a major expansion of service for the Chicago region’s transit systems, thanks to new revenue sources.
The law also takes a major step forward in coordination between agencies.
Last night, Illinois’ legislature passed a law, SB2111, which will fund a major expansion of service for the Chicago region’s transit systems, thanks to new revenue sources.
The law also takes a major step forward in coordination between agencies.
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 11:55 AM
Good morning!
Last night, Illinois’ legislature passed a law, SB2111, which will fund a major expansion of service for the Chicago region’s transit systems, thanks to new revenue sources.
The law also takes a major step forward in coordination between agencies.
Last night, Illinois’ legislature passed a law, SB2111, which will fund a major expansion of service for the Chicago region’s transit systems, thanks to new revenue sources.
The law also takes a major step forward in coordination between agencies.
Submit a witness slip for transit funding below
1. Fill out your contact info
3. Under "firm/business" put "self"
4. Under "representation" put "self"
5. Under "position" choose "SB2111" and "proponent"
6. Under "testimony" choose "record of appearance only"
7. Agree and "Submit"
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1. Fill out your contact info
3. Under "firm/business" put "self"
4. Under "representation" put "self"
5. Under "position" choose "SB2111" and "proponent"
6. Under "testimony" choose "record of appearance only"
7. Agree and "Submit"
mbl.ms/mKjrOneOv-0
Official government website of the Illinois General Assembly
Welcome to the Official government website of the Illinois General Assembly
mbl.ms
October 30, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Submit a witness slip for transit funding below
1. Fill out your contact info
3. Under "firm/business" put "self"
4. Under "representation" put "self"
5. Under "position" choose "SB2111" and "proponent"
6. Under "testimony" choose "record of appearance only"
7. Agree and "Submit"
mbl.ms/mKjrOneOv-0
1. Fill out your contact info
3. Under "firm/business" put "self"
4. Under "representation" put "self"
5. Under "position" choose "SB2111" and "proponent"
6. Under "testimony" choose "record of appearance only"
7. Agree and "Submit"
mbl.ms/mKjrOneOv-0
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Mary Ann Ahern is reporting this:
Mass transit funding proposal from IL House Dems includes using the gas tax designated for the road fund and also granting authorization for the RTA to vote on a $0.25 tax.
Look for floor debate 6:30p tonight
Mass transit funding proposal from IL House Dems includes using the gas tax designated for the road fund and also granting authorization for the RTA to vote on a $0.25 tax.
Look for floor debate 6:30p tonight
October 30, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Mary Ann Ahern is reporting this:
Mass transit funding proposal from IL House Dems includes using the gas tax designated for the road fund and also granting authorization for the RTA to vote on a $0.25 tax.
Look for floor debate 6:30p tonight
Mass transit funding proposal from IL House Dems includes using the gas tax designated for the road fund and also granting authorization for the RTA to vote on a $0.25 tax.
Look for floor debate 6:30p tonight
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🚨 1 day to save transit and your legislators are not on the same page.
Flood the gates! Call, email, tag your State Rep & Senator on social and tell them it’s time to get the job done NOW!
Look up your legislator at the link in our bio ⬆️
Call and email NOW at savetransit.org
Flood the gates! Call, email, tag your State Rep & Senator on social and tell them it’s time to get the job done NOW!
Look up your legislator at the link in our bio ⬆️
Call and email NOW at savetransit.org
October 29, 2025 at 7:04 PM
🚨 1 day to save transit and your legislators are not on the same page.
Flood the gates! Call, email, tag your State Rep & Senator on social and tell them it’s time to get the job done NOW!
Look up your legislator at the link in our bio ⬆️
Call and email NOW at savetransit.org
Flood the gates! Call, email, tag your State Rep & Senator on social and tell them it’s time to get the job done NOW!
Look up your legislator at the link in our bio ⬆️
Call and email NOW at savetransit.org
Attend a Budget Meeting to support funding Main St, Mason Park/Davis St and Citywide Traffic Calming, Ped and Bike Improvements
Wards 3/8/9- October 29, 6PM Prieto Center
Wards 2/5/6- November 4, 6:30PM Crown Center
Wards 1/4/7- November 6, 6PM Virtual
www.cityofevanston.org/government/budget
Wards 3/8/9- October 29, 6PM Prieto Center
Wards 2/5/6- November 4, 6:30PM Crown Center
Wards 1/4/7- November 6, 6PM Virtual
www.cityofevanston.org/government/budget
October 28, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Attend a Budget Meeting to support funding Main St, Mason Park/Davis St and Citywide Traffic Calming, Ped and Bike Improvements
Wards 3/8/9- October 29, 6PM Prieto Center
Wards 2/5/6- November 4, 6:30PM Crown Center
Wards 1/4/7- November 6, 6PM Virtual
www.cityofevanston.org/government/budget
Wards 3/8/9- October 29, 6PM Prieto Center
Wards 2/5/6- November 4, 6:30PM Crown Center
Wards 1/4/7- November 6, 6PM Virtual
www.cityofevanston.org/government/budget
Thanks to everyone who volunteered to count bikes and scooters this month in support of the revised Bike Plan, which will help guide future improvements to make our road network safer and more equitable.
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Evanston volunteers count bicycles to aid city’s Bike Plan update
Volunteers stood with clipboards and tally sheets at more than 29 Evanston intersections throughout October, counting bicycles and scooters to assist the Public Works Agency in its update to the city’...
dailynorthwestern.com
October 27, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Thanks to everyone who volunteered to count bikes and scooters this month in support of the revised Bike Plan, which will help guide future improvements to make our road network safer and more equitable.
dailynorthwestern.com/2025/10/27/t...
dailynorthwestern.com/2025/10/27/t...
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✂️ Metra service is under threat of 40% cuts — service we might never get back if Illinois lawmakers don’t act now!
📲 Call your reps TODAY at savetransit.org and urge them to get the job this month. We can’t keep kicking the can down the road!
📲 Call your reps TODAY at savetransit.org and urge them to get the job this month. We can’t keep kicking the can down the road!
October 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
✂️ Metra service is under threat of 40% cuts — service we might never get back if Illinois lawmakers don’t act now!
📲 Call your reps TODAY at savetransit.org and urge them to get the job this month. We can’t keep kicking the can down the road!
📲 Call your reps TODAY at savetransit.org and urge them to get the job this month. We can’t keep kicking the can down the road!
Transit Hike this Saturday, October 25th
Board the rear-most car of Metra UP-N Train 807 at 8:55AM (Main), 8:58 AM (Davis) or 9:01AM (Central)
We’ll ride to Fort Sheridan and hike through the Forest Preserve! Will return to Evanston by 1:30
Free besides your train ticket!
Board the rear-most car of Metra UP-N Train 807 at 8:55AM (Main), 8:58 AM (Davis) or 9:01AM (Central)
We’ll ride to Fort Sheridan and hike through the Forest Preserve! Will return to Evanston by 1:30
Free besides your train ticket!
October 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Transit Hike this Saturday, October 25th
Board the rear-most car of Metra UP-N Train 807 at 8:55AM (Main), 8:58 AM (Davis) or 9:01AM (Central)
We’ll ride to Fort Sheridan and hike through the Forest Preserve! Will return to Evanston by 1:30
Free besides your train ticket!
Board the rear-most car of Metra UP-N Train 807 at 8:55AM (Main), 8:58 AM (Davis) or 9:01AM (Central)
We’ll ride to Fort Sheridan and hike through the Forest Preserve! Will return to Evanston by 1:30
Free besides your train ticket!
Calling all transit advocates and urbanists! Join us tonight at 5:30 in Evanston Public Library for our monthly meeting. We’ll be discussing the 2026 City Budget.
After, we’ll walk/roll together to Ridgeville Tavern for Happy Hour.
After, we’ll walk/roll together to Ridgeville Tavern for Happy Hour.
October 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Calling all transit advocates and urbanists! Join us tonight at 5:30 in Evanston Public Library for our monthly meeting. We’ll be discussing the 2026 City Budget.
After, we’ll walk/roll together to Ridgeville Tavern for Happy Hour.
After, we’ll walk/roll together to Ridgeville Tavern for Happy Hour.
Thanks to Downtown Evanston for supporting another year of group rides from Fountain Square! It’s been great to connect with and explore our community on bike (and then enjoy some drinks together at Ridgeville Tavern afterwards). Join us next May for Year 3!
October 10, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Thanks to Downtown Evanston for supporting another year of group rides from Fountain Square! It’s been great to connect with and explore our community on bike (and then enjoy some drinks together at Ridgeville Tavern afterwards). Join us next May for Year 3!
Our final Evanston Rides! of 2025 leaves at 5:30PM tonight from Fountain Square. Last chance to join our Tuesday night adult social rides until next May!
Remember to keep visiting Downtown Evanston this fall and winter to enjoy all it has to offer.
Remember to keep visiting Downtown Evanston this fall and winter to enjoy all it has to offer.
October 7, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Our final Evanston Rides! of 2025 leaves at 5:30PM tonight from Fountain Square. Last chance to join our Tuesday night adult social rides until next May!
Remember to keep visiting Downtown Evanston this fall and winter to enjoy all it has to offer.
Remember to keep visiting Downtown Evanston this fall and winter to enjoy all it has to offer.
Need a few more volunteers to fill bike count shifts. Pick one day next month for two hours only to support this important city initiative.
Sign up now at
cityofevanston.org/bicyclecount
Sign up now at
cityofevanston.org/bicyclecount
September 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Need a few more volunteers to fill bike count shifts. Pick one day next month for two hours only to support this important city initiative.
Sign up now at
cityofevanston.org/bicyclecount
Sign up now at
cityofevanston.org/bicyclecount
Thanks for visiting us today at Bike the Ridge! Hope you all had as much fun as we did. Check out the results of our sticker boards below.
Keep the good vibes going by helping support a project on our website. Safe cycling shouldn't just be limited to one day a year!
Keep the good vibes going by helping support a project on our website. Safe cycling shouldn't just be limited to one day a year!
September 28, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Thanks for visiting us today at Bike the Ridge! Hope you all had as much fun as we did. Check out the results of our sticker boards below.
Keep the good vibes going by helping support a project on our website. Safe cycling shouldn't just be limited to one day a year!
Keep the good vibes going by helping support a project on our website. Safe cycling shouldn't just be limited to one day a year!