Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Tiaira Thomas’s organization
Sep 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Chicago Transit Board Meeting
The board meeting included a safety briefing conducted by the fire marshal, which detailed emergency evacuation procedures and response protocols for the facility. Following the safety briefing, new board members delivered introductions outlining their professional backgrounds, relevant expertise, and commitment to regional transit improvements. The board also heard public testimony requesting the addition of bus stops on 119th Street near Mount Hope Cemetery to enhance transit accessibility for community members.
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The meeting focused on the finance report for June, covering revenue performance, expense management, and commodity hedging strategies. The committee discussed fare evasion, including current trends in unpaid rides and the implementation of mitigation strategies such as station hardening and an upcoming low-income fare program. Additionally, the committee reviewed an ordinance to amend a contract with CRRC for the procurement of 7000 series rail cars, settling outstanding claims and revising the delivery schedule.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Chicago Transit Board Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered the Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee report, which resulted in the approval of various ordinances, including contract amendments for rail cars, intergovernmental agreements for outreach and shelter services, and several pilot program agreements. The President's report highlighted significant improvements in system security, with a notable reduction in violent crime, and substantial growth in ridership. The board also received a Construction Report and reviewed a Resolution of Appreciation for the outgoing board members.
Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Deferred Compensation Committee Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a review of the June 2026 hardship report, noting transaction volumes, approval rates, and payout totals for both the 457 and 401k plans. The committee discussed the loans report, highlighting participant loan participation and balances, and reviewed participant activity, including one-on-one and group meetings. A quarterly plan review was conducted, covering plan assets, participant balances, distribution statistics, and account registration rates. Finally, the committee approved several invoices for professional services.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
