CHICAGO – In response to the Regional Transportation Authority’s announcement of their plans to “transform transit” today, the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition released the following statement:
“Illinoisans deserve and want a transformed transit system outlined in the Clean and Equitable Transportation Act (CETA) that coordinates smooth, accessible and equitable service, connects folks to affordable, active modes of transportation, and mitigates air and climate pollution. Today’s announcement from RTA reminds riders of many failed promises over the last decade, and is another too little, too late half-measure that puts holding on to power above the needs of riders and taxpayers. Legislative leaders in Springfield have made it clear there is no new revenue to improve transit without major reforms.”
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