NITA Chicago

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1 Sept

A new era for Chicagoland transit. 🚇✨ Beginning today, NITA is officially your regional transit agency, coordinating affordable, reliable, safe transit across the CTA, Metra, and Pace. nita.illinois.gov/about-rta/pr...

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Now is your chance to be a part of the Bus Vision Project! We’re hosting in-person meetings where you can give us direct feedback on bus service in your community and help set priorities for how the bus system should continue to improve. Hope to see you there 👋

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Looking for your next career opportunity? Community organizations who partner with CTA on the Safe Ride Specialist program are seeking mental health clinicians, behavioral health specialists, and other outreach professionals to join their teams.

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Happy to see a great program (reduced fare for SNAP participants) advertisement on @chicagocta.bsky.social !

polco.usWhat Moves You? Help Shape the 2027 NITA BudgetPolco is a secure and reliable place to provide input directly to local and state leaders, as well as other socially minded organizations.

‼️ Don't forget to tell us what improvements you want to see across Chicagoland public transit. Over 4,000 riders have already responded! 🖊️ Take the survey before it officially closes tonight: polco.us/n/res/vote/n...

NITA Chicago@nitachicago.bsky.social

📢 NITA is developing its first regional budget and wants to hear which transit improvements are most important to you! Your feedback will help shape future investments across CTA, Metra, and Pace. Survey now available in English and Spanish: https://bit.ly/4AJCzRe

Yesterday, NITA hosted its first interactive open house, A Stronger Region Moves Together, at Chicago Union Station to celebrate the launch of the new agency. Nearly 400 riders came to #MeetNITA, connect with us, and to share their thoughts and hopes for transit in the region. 🚇

The outpouring of engagement from hundreds of passionate riders was inspiring. This is just the beginning. We’re excited to keep connecting and will share information on more public engagement events coming soon. ✨

youtube.comNITA Board of Directors Meeting: October 15, 2026YouTube video by NITA Board Meetings

The October 2026 NITA Board of Directors meeting is now 🔴 LIVE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2Pa...

Are you commuting right now? 🤔 Stop by the NITA Open House in the Burlington Room at the Grand Hall in Union Station‼️

NITA is already making changes and is prioritizing many more across the system such as: 📓 Year-round reduced fares for students 🤝 Transit ambassador program in 2027 🪪 Implementing a seamless universal fare system by 2030 🕒 Better integrating train and bus schedules & more!

WTTW - Chicago PBS@wttw.bsky.social

It’s a new era for CTA, Metra and Pace as the Northern Illinois Transit Authority becomes the new oversight agency for all three systems. On the top of the list of priorities for the agency’s leaders: public safety. https://to.wttw.com/3VJoovt

🔔 The NITA Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, October 15. Stream live at 9:00 a.m. via YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2Pa...

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Don't forget to RSVP to NITA's first public event taking place this Wednesday at Union Station‼️ We look forward to seeing everyone there! 🤝🚇

NITA Chicago@nitachicago.bsky.social

📢 Join NITA, CTA, Metra, and Pace on Oct. 14 for an interactive open house about the future of regional transit. At NITA’s first public event, we want to hear from you — what’s working and what should improve in the years ahead. RSVP now: https://bit.ly/4xMPPSp

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Join @nitachicago.bsky.social at Union Station on October 14, 3-6 p.m. for “an interactive public open house and share your ideas for the future of transit across the region.” www.eventbrite.com/e/nita-a-str...

eventbrite.comNITA: A Stronger Region Moves TogetherJoin NITA for an interactive public open house and share your ideas for the future of transit across the region.

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Chicago Sun-Times

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As Chicago's new transit agency overseeing CTA, Metra and Pace finalizes its 2027 budget, the Sun-Times wants to hear how you want the agency to spend its nearly $1.5 billion in extra cash.

chicago.suntimes.comWhat’s your NITA dream project? Experts weigh in as new agency directing CTA, Metra, Pace plans budget

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | Budgeting with NITANITA controls the operating budgets of the CTA, Metra, and Pace. The first regional budget for the agency will be available later this fall.

Over 2,000 riders already weighed in on what transit improvements matter most to them. 🚇 Tell us what moves you: nita.illinois.gov/transit-fund...

Block Club Chicago@blockclubchi.bsky.social

Chicago residents are being asked to weigh in on a regional transit budget that will help shape funding priorities for the CTA, Metra and Pace next year. buff.ly/VBy1Np2

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Molly Fleck

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If you ride transit in Chicagoland, you should take this survey.

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nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | How to use transit to enjoy fall in the Chicago regionWhere: 112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601 How to get there: CTA Bus #2, #3, #6, #10, #20, #26, #66, #120, #121, #134, #135, #136, #146 #151, or #157 CTA...

Instead of mourning another Chicagoland summer come and gone, start creating your plans to make the most of fall. 🎃🍂 NITA has curated a list of indoor and outdoor activities you can reach by CTA, Metra, or Pace this season: https://bit.ly/4djC8Db

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Governor JB Pritzker

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A year ago, our state’s transit system faced a doomsday scenario of service cuts and fare hikes that would have left riders stranded. Now, we’re driving Illinois forward with the Northern Illinois Transit Authority providing better service and making fares more affordable.

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | Access ProgramThe Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) is proud to provide reduced fares to low income transit riders. The program, which started in 2024,…

This week NITA is the proud host of @humantransit.bsky.social’s Intensive Transit Network Design Course in which local Chicago planners, advocates, developers and more have come together to dive deep into transit planning and how to use it to create better cities and towns. 🧑‍🏫

Beginning today, the NITA Access Pilot Program officially expands to the CTA and Pace, allowing eligible riders experiencing low incomes to apply for reduced transit fares across Metra, CTA, and Pace. 🚇🎉 Riders can apply at GetAccess.org now.

cbsnews.comChicago to install dedicated bus lane on northbound Michigan Avenue downtownSeeking to reduce delays for CTA riders in downtown Chicago, officials plan to install a new dedicated bus lane on Michigan Avenue.

“By making Access available across CTA, Metra, and Pace, we’re making a successful pilot available to thousands more riders, providing a regional benefit and making transit more affordable for riders who need it most" -- NITA Board Chair Tom Kotarac. nita.illinois.gov/riders/access

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CBS News Chicago

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Seeking to reduce delays for CTA riders in downtown Chicago, officials plan to install a new dedicated bus lane on Michigan Avenue.

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Chicago Sun-Times

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Nearly 1,500 daily buses serve 22,000 weekday passengers along 21 different routes on the 1.5-mile stretch of Michigan Avenue between Wacker Drive and Roosevelt Road. It's one of the busiest bus corridors in the CTA system — which is why it was chosen for a new dedicated bus lane.

chicago.suntimes.comDedicated bus lane planned for a stretch of Michigan Avenue that's one of the city's busiest bus corridors

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Mayor Brandon Johnson

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We're committed to building a safer and more accessible transportation system. By creating a dedicated bus lane on Michigan Avenue, we are reducing delays, improving service, and ensuring that the thousands of Chicagoans who rely on public transit can get where they need to go.

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Illinois Department of Transportation

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Help @nitachicago.bsky.social prioritize the improvements that matter most to you! Take the online survey and share your priorities for everyday transit service and long-term investments as NITA develops its first regional budget for CTA, Metra, and Pace.

NITA Chicago@nitachicago.bsky.social

More frequent service. Safer, more accessible stations and stops. 🚇 Tell NITA which improvements would make the biggest difference in your transit experience. Your feedback will help shape regional budget priorities. 🗓️ Take the survey by Oct. 16: https://bit.ly/4AJCzRe

New interagency digital signage spotted at the Oak Park Metra station! 🔎✨ NITA is leading the way toward a more connected regional transit system, with clearer, real-time information that brings CTA, Metra and Pace together for riders. More improvements coming soon! 👀

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And for the second time this week, I get to notice a digital signage update at my home station: this time, a new real time display showing all 3 service boards 😍

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | How to use transit to explore museums and cultural sites in the Chicago regionWhere: Grant Park, 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601 How to get there: CTA Orange, Red and Green Lines (Roosevelt Stop) and walk for 12 to 15 minutesâ€¦

Chicago is home to countless accessible cultural and educational amenities including 150 museums across several counties. The best way to get to many of these sites is by riding on CTA, Metra, or Pace! 🚌🏛️ Find out how: https://bit.ly/46HJMDE

At its first meeting, the NITA Board of Directors selected Jamie Rhee as interim Executive Director to guide the regional transit agency through its next phase. Jamie Rhee brings more than 30 years of progressive leadership in Chicago government. nita.illinois.gov/blog/2026/09...

"My focus as Interim Executive Director is to keep this agency moving by delivering as many early wins for riders as we can while building the strong operational foundation that sets our permanent Executive Director up for long-term success." Welcome aboard, Jamie! 👏

Thank you for all your support @govpritzker.illinois.gov! 🚇

Governor JB Pritzker@govpritzker.illinois.gov

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority is a game-changer. An effective transit system that has expanded service and safety measures while bringing more riders than ever on board, thanks to a new region-wide, low-income reduced-fare program.

22 Sept

Today is World Car-Free Day, an annual celebration to inspire you to ditch your cars and get around using more sustainable methods of travel. 🚙🚫 No matter where you're going, CTA, Metra, and Pace can help you get around Chicagoland easily — not just today but every day!

21 Sept

Meet the NITA Board of Directors! 👥 https://bit.ly/4jfqoFd The NITA Board met for the first time on Sept. 10, and elected Tom Kotorac as Board Chair. Subsequently, Metra and Pace's new Boards met the following week, and CTA's new Board will meet on September 22.

18 Sept

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 💃 There are plenty of ways to celebrate throughout the Chicago region — from street festivals to must-visit neighborhoods, and more — via CTA, Metra, or Pace all month long. Read our blog to learn how: https://bit.ly/3T9UEaa

fox32chicago.comCTA, Pace reduced fares coming for SNAP recipients under expanded Access programNITA is expanding its Access program, which offers reduced transit fares to riders receiving SNAP benefits, to include CTA and Pace.

17 Sept

The Access Pilot Program is officially expanding reduced fares to CTA and Pace October 1, 2026, as approved by the NITA Board of Directors last week. The Access Program launched as a pilot for qualifying Metra riders in February 2024. 🚌 @fox32chicago.bsky.social www.fox32chicago.com/news/cta-pac...

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17 Sept

"It's a great program for people experiencing low incomes. They can get affordable fares, and we are really putting the new funding to good use," - Maulik Vaishnav, NITA chief transition officer. Eligible riders can apply for the program now at GetAccess.org.

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | NITA Board of Directors holds first meeting, names new agency leadership, and expands reduced fare programsTom Kotarac elected NITA Board Chair; Jamie Rhee named NITA Interim Executive Director; Board launches national search for permanent Executive Director;…

🔔 News Release: NITA Board of Directors holds first meeting, names new agency leadership, and expands reduced fare programs. https://nita.illinois.gov/about-rta/press-releases/nita-board-of-directors-holds-first-meeting-names-new-agency-leadership-and-expands-reduced-fare-programs

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WBEZ

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wbez.orgNITA, Chicago’s new transit agency, is meeting for the first time. What will it change?

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority officially launched this month. The new agency is tasked with transforming the CTA, Metra and Pace.

youtube.comNITA Board of Directors Meeting: September 10, 2026YouTube video by NITA Board Meetings

❗❗The first meeting of the NITA Board of Directors is now LIVE. Join us! www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFnw...

A full room here for the first NITA Board meeting. Thank you to @tonipreckwinkle.bsky.social and others for joining us today.

🔔 The NITA Board of Directors will meet at 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 10. View the agenda and watch at https://nita.illinois.gov/about-nita/boards-and-committees/meeting-materials Note: There are a few *first meeting* items on the agenda before public comment. We appreciate everyone's patience!

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | Meet the boardThe Board of Directors is a 16-member group of professionals governing the activities and initiatives of NITA.

Meet our new board members to get ready for NITA's first meeting this morning. You can also livestream the meeting on this page or our YouTube: nita.illinois.gov/about-nita/b...

Want to help shape the future of transit in Northern Illinois? NITA is hiring for several key roles that will have a direct hand in building a safer, more seamless, more rider-focused regional transit system. A few exciting opportunities open right now:

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📊 Division Manager, Data Reporting, Analytics, and Customer Insights — Lead the work to turn data into better decisions for riders. This role will oversee performance reporting, dashboards, analytics, and customer insights that inform planning, capital, and operations.

nita.illinois.govNorthern Illinois Transit Authority | Come work with us!As NITA staff, we pride ourselves on diversity, equal opportunity, and camaraderie. Learn More

Explore the full list of current openings, learn more about each position, and apply on our Careers page. nita.illinois.gov/careers

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🗺️ Planning Director — Lead NITA’s regional transit strategic planning work, including transit expansion, local planning, and land-use programs. The Director will oversee data analytics and coordinate with CTA, Metra, Pace to advance a more connected regional transit system.

💳 Division Manager/Manager, Fare Integration — Help shape how riders pay for transit across the region. This role will lead the development and management of regionwide fare policy and payment integration, including analysis of ridership, revenue, equity impacts, and more.