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Transit Reform and Funding Bill Celebrated

Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC) Senior Director Audrey Wennink was one of many transit advocates that celebrated the recent passage of the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act SB2111 at Begyle Brewing in early November.


Audrey Wennink gives an overview of the transit bill
Audrey Wennink (center) gives an overview of the 1,044-page transit bill. Photo credit: John Greenfield
Partying like it’s 2026: Officials and dozens of advocates celebrated next year’s rosier transit picture, talked BRT, over pints at Begyle Brewing

By John Greenfield | Streetsblog Chicago

This Streetsblog Chicago article provides an overview of the details of the celebratory event that brought together 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin and State Rep. Ann Williams’ Chief of Staff Sarah Butterfield alongside dozens of supporters who have long advocated for transit reform and funding in the Chicago region.