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@activetransportation.org“Chicago is primed and ready to benefit from bus rapid transit on Western Avenue,” says Amy Rynell, executive president of the Active Transportation Alliance. “BRT creates a train-like transit experience for a fraction of the cost of heavy rail."
@michaelmclean.meReposted by @activetransportation.orgChicago should embrace its 'second city' moniker and follow New York's lead on daylighting intersections with nature's oldest traffic-calming technology: boulders. This can be deployed in hours for drastically less money than our concrete bump outs that require a team of 4, and months of planning
@activetransportation.org"Perhaps most importantly, Divvy eases Chicago’s dependence on cars for everyday trips. That means fewer clogged roadways and less climate pollution. Even if you don’t use Divvy, you benefit from it." Read the full letter to the editor from our very own Jim Merrell below. 🎁🔗
@tomflood.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.org
@activetransportation.org"Drivers feel trapped: 73 percent of drivers say they have no choice but to drive as much as they do, and 53 percent want more transportation options."
Cheated by Car Dependence: Drivers and Nondrivers in the United States climateandcommunity.org/research/dri...
@lenagr.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.orgThe proposed Weber Spur trail would convert ~ 2 mi of abandoned UP rail line into multi-use trail, from Elston & Kimberly to Devon & Springfield. Connect to existing bicycle routes: Elston bike lane, Bryn Mawr bike lanes, Labagh Woods, North Branch Trail, Sauganash Trail, and UP Recreation Path.
@lenagr.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.org📢 Public Hearing: Proposed Weber Spur Trail 🚲🚶
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Alderman Nugent invite residents to a Public Hearing about the proposed Weber Spur Trail.
📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 NEIU Student Union Building
@chiwho.bikeReposted by @activetransportation.orgWe love seeing new protected bike lanes! Go bike to all the great restaurants on Bryn Mawr and tell them you appreciate the new infrastructure!
@activetransportation.orgSee ya there!
@thomasbamonte.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.orgThe @nitachicago.bsky.social expands the Access Pilot Program across its transit network to include CTA and Pace, creating a regionwide reduced fare program for households receiving SNAP or Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) FRESH Program benefits. nita.illinois.gov/about-rta/pr...
@bikegridnow.orgReposted by @activetransportation.orgWinter will be here before you want it. Get you and your bike ready for cold weather season before it hits. BGN will teach you about layering, winter maintenance, assessing road conditions, making bail-out plans, and when it's unsafe. 📍 Beermiscuous, 2812 N Lincoln ⏰ Wed 10/21 6pm
@activetransportation.orgWorking Bikes is turning 27 and having an anniversary party on October 3rd! 4 to 8pm.
Tickets available here: workingbikes.org/working-bike...
@activetransportation.org"The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) wants to hear from you! Your input will help shape how we invest in our transit system. Please take a few minutes to tell us what matters most to you for the 2027 Regional Transit Operating Budget"
@thomasbamonte.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.orgAn opportunity to walk your transit talk. @nitachicago.bsky.social is accepting applications through October 31 for the Riders Advisory Council and the ADA Advisory Council to advise the NITA Board and provide recommendations on improving policies, programs, and transit service. nita.illinois.gov
@activetransportation.orgNITA Interactive Open House 10/14 from 3pm to 6pm. 225 S. Canal St Attendees are encouraged to "discuss pain points and future improvements, and learn more about what the Northern Illinois Transit Authority, CTA, Metra, and Pace have planned for regional transit in 2027 and beyond." Register below👇
@activetransportation.orgNo registration needed, just show up in-person or online.
Learn more here: www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/micromobilit...
@activetransportation.orgTuesday, October 6, 2026
12:00 – 1:30 pm
Virtual: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/659418...
@activetransportation.orgThere are 3 townhalls coming up to share feedback on the use of micromobility devices on Chicago Park District bicycle paths/trails. Tuesday, September 29, 2026 5:30 – 7:00 pm Clarendon Park, 4501 N. Clarendon Ave Wednesday, September 30, 2026 5:30 – 7:00 pm Ellis Park, 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave
@awennink.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.orgPlease fill out this @illinoisdot.bsky.social survey about what you need from an IL intercity bus program www.surveymonkey.com/r/2B25XBD
@westtowns-urbanist.bsky.socialReposted by @activetransportation.orgAnd 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 😍
