Who is the chairman of the Chicago Transit Authority?
CTA began operating on Oct. 1, 1947, after it acquired the properties of the Chicago Rapid Transit Company and the Chicago Surface Lines. On Oct. 1, 1952, CTA became the predominant operator of Chicago transit when it purchased the Chicago Motor Coach system. The governing arm of CTA is the Chicago Transit Board. Terry Peterson serves as Chairman.
How to call the CTA bus service in Chicago?
Chicago Transit Authority – CTA Buses & Train Service – 1-888-YOUR-CTA – CTA
Is the Chicago Transit Authority an equal opportunity employer?
The Chicago Transit Authority is a progressive and open-minded organization. If you are smart, innovative and committed, then come as you are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Employment decisions at CTA are based on legitimate business needs, job requirements,…
How does the CTA help keep Chicago moving?
Help us keep Chicago moving Learn more about our corporate culture; bus operator and other CTA job opportunities and benefits—and more. Airport transit Whether you’re flying to O’Hare or Midway, the ‘L’ is the easy way to/from downtown Chicago. More fun, less fare!
CTA began operating on Oct. 1, 1947, after it acquired the properties of the Chicago Rapid Transit Company and the Chicago Surface Lines. On Oct. 1, 1952, CTA became the predominant operator of Chicago transit when it purchased the Chicago Motor Coach system. The governing arm of CTA is the Chicago Transit Board. Terry Peterson serves as Chairman.
When did Ventra start for the Chicago Transit Authority?
Ventra is an electronic fare payment system for the Chicago Transit Authority and Pace that replaced the Chicago Card and the Transit Card automated fare collection system. Ventra (purportedly Latin for “windy,” though the actual Latin word is ventosa) launched in August 2013, with a full system transition slated for July 1, 2014.
How many train cars does the Chicago Transit Authority have?
The Chicago Transit Authority’s 1,450 train cars operate over eight routes and 222 miles (357 km) of track. Its trains provide about 750,000 customer trips each weekday and serve 145 stations in Chicago and seven suburbs.
Do you have to pay with cash on a Chicago bus?
Only buses allow riders to pay directly with cash at a farebox. Exact fare is required, since no change is given. Since January 7, 2018, the bus full fare is $2.50, the senior/disabled fare is $1.25, and the student fare is $.75. No cash transfers are available.
When do Chicago Transit Authority bid for contracts?
As of July 6, 2020 CTA will conduct virtual bid openings for Invitations for Bids through Zoom. Effective for all procurements due on or after July 6, 2020, CTA will transition to electronic submission through the Bonfire platform.
What’s the law on RTA and Metra in Illinois?
Illinois state law requires the three RTA service boards—CTA, Metra (the suburban rail system) and Pace (the suburban bus system) to recover collectively at least 50 percent of operating costs from farebox and other system revenues. View Administrative Org. Chart (.pdf)