The agecny is asking for all passengers to cooperate and take responsibility for their own actions.
This study was completed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in temporary changes to the NCS schedule.
The new schedule will represent about 74% of the normal weekday service.
While there have been some fluctuations in ridership during the first months of the test, the overall trend is very positive.
Creating a reduced fare program is one of the suggestions by Chicago-based nonprofit Active Transportation Alliance.
The contract was awarded to Railhead Corporation of Burr Ridge, Ill.
Funding will make major investments in locomotives and railcars, stations, bridges, and yards.
As it does every year, the agency searched for ways to control or reduce its operating costs to head off the need for a fare increase.
The company will supplement the existing transit by providing first- and last-mile connection for riders to-and-from all CTA and Metra stations.
The project demonstrates a commitment by both institutions to provide safe and accessible transportation options and stimulate economic growth on the far southeast side of Chicago.