September 1, 2023 Plan of Action for Regional Transit now available The Plan of Action for Regional Transit (PART) draft report outlines bold solutions to the pressing fiscal challenges facing our region’s transit system in 2026 and recommends changes that can transform and strengthen the system for the future. The report is in response to the state’s mandate tasking CMAP with developing legislative recommendations that envision a stronger and more financially secure transit system. The report requires adoption by the CMAP Board and the Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee, who will have joint meetings on Wednesday, September 13, and Wednesday, October 11. The report must be submitted to the Illinois General Assembly and the governor’s office by Monday, January 1. Read the draft plan ext-link Opens in a new tab Article by Joan Smedinghoff Stay connected with your community Newsletter sign-up Opens in a modal Latest highlights Click to read Advancing a road usage charge to secure Illinois’ transportation future Posted on Click to read Advancing a road usage charge to secure Illinois’ transportation future Click to read Historic transit legislation realizes CMAP’s vision for a stronger, more integrated system Posted on Click to read Historic transit legislation realizes CMAP’s vision for a stronger, more integrated system Click to read From crisis to commitment: next steps for transit funding Posted on Click to read From crisis to commitment: next steps for transit funding Click to read Governor Pritzker’s proposed FY2026 budget balances restrained spending and sustained support for critical investments Posted on Click to read Governor Pritzker’s proposed FY2026 budget balances restrained spending and sustained support for critical investments