RTA | Public Documents

The Freedom of Information Act (Public Act 83-1013) was created by the state legislature to provide the public with complete access to public records. The Act, which went into effect July 1, 1984, was created to clearly define the records that are subject to public review and inspections and to provide detailed guidelines on the procedures which are to be followed by both the public and the public body to whom the request is made.

The intent of the law is to ensure that all citizens have comprehensive access to the information regarding the affairs of government and their public officials and employees.

For access to the public records of the Regional Transportation Authority, please submit your requests in writing to:

Freedom of Information Officer
Regional Transportation Authority
175 W. Jackson Boulevard
Suite 1550
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 1-312-913-3219
Fax: 1-312-913-3216

RTA Act - An act providing for establishment of a regional transportation authority for the Northeastern Illinois area to provide for public transportation services, facilities and funding.

RTA 2008 Annual Budget and Five-Year Program - The budget and five-year program document combines the spending plans of the RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace.

Planning Documents - Planning for the future of public transit in the region is on of the most important tasks performed by the RTA. The following is information about some of the projects performed by the RTA planning department.

Download Forms - RTA Transit Benefit Order Form, RTA Chicago Card Order Form, Vendor Profile Form, RTAP form.

RTA Annual Report - RTA 2007 Annual Report

RTA CAFR - The RTA's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the year ended Dec. 31, 2007 and Independent Auditor's report.

RTA Procurement Documents - featuring vendor requirements, bidding protocols, new RFPs and much more..

RTA Newsletters and Announcements - keep up on the exciting new things going on at the RTA.

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