$5 reduction on 7-Day pass also approved as part of efforts to make using Pace and CTA easier and more affordable
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – The Pace Board of Directors today approved amendments to existing intergovernmental agreements between Pace and the CTA to allow for the creation of new Pace/CTA 1-Day and 3-Day passes and the elimination of a $5 surcharge on the existing Pace/CTA 7-Day pass. Those fare products and prices were approved as part of Pace’s 2023 budget process. To be able to accept these new passes, the amendments approved today were needed to redefine how the revenues for joint Pace/CTA passes are to be shared.
These changes will provide customers with a more affordable, seamless experience between Pace and CTA services. “This is exactly what we all should be doing,” said Pace Chairman Rick Kwasneski. “The working relationship that we have with CTA and with Metra is probably better than it’s ever been. All of us know we need each other in the process and, quite frankly, it’s for the benefit of our riders.”
In her report, Executive Director Melinda Metzger said, “These changes provide customers with improved fare payment options, flexibility, and lower fares in 2023. Pace is excited to continue our commitment with the other transit boards to offer fare products that ensure regional connectivity for our riders.”
Metzger also reported that Pace’s zero-emissions transition plan was completed earlier this month. “This living document creates a framework for the successful transition of our fleet. This plan, including the next phase--which will focus on the facilities transition plan--is necessary as we seek funding opportunities to not only buy vehicles but also convert our facilities to support a zero-emission fleet, both of which require a significant investment,” she said.
The Pace Board of Directors meets monthly in Arlington Heights, typically on the third Wednesday of each month at 9:30am. The Board's schedule, along with agendas, minutes, and video recordings, can be found on the Public Meetings page at PaceBus.com, and meetings are streamed live at PaceBus.com/Streaming.
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