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Below is a list of press releases related to Metra or about Chicago area events that can be reached by Metra trains. For an archive of older news releases, click on the “Newsroom Archive” link on the left side of this page.
Metra Crew Workers Honored for Safety Record 06/14/2013
Two Metra workers who have been instrumental during our 47th St. Diesel Shop’s remarkable, unblemished safety record were recognized recently by the American Association of Railroads at its Railroad Safety Leadership Forum. Read More
Metra Police Launch New Safety Plan With Increased Patrols 06/11/2013
Metra CEO Alex Clifford announced a new safety initiative on all train lines beginning immediately. Metra riders will start seeing increased patrols by Metra Police to deter crime and continue to provide a safe and peaceful journey for commuters. Read More
See Metra at Railroad Daze in Franklin Park 06/05/2013
Come out and join Metra and other railroads this weekend for an up close chance to explore our locomotives and rail cars during the 18th annual Railroad Daze Festival in Franklin Park. Read More
Metra CEO Alex Clifford Welcomes Red Line Riders 05/24/2013
Commuters trying out Metra on the first workday of the Red Line construction project were greeted by Metra CEO Alex Clifford and a team of ambassadors who were on hand at several stations to ensure a smooth transition for new riders. Clifford worked the platform at the Gresham Station, located at 820 West 87th Street, shaking hands and greeting passengers. He chatted with new and regular riders about our service and listened to comments and suggestions from regular riders as well. Read More
Metra CEO Greets CTA Red Line Riders at Gresham Station Monday Morning 05/19/2013
Metra CEO Alex Clifford will greet CTA Red Line riders Monday, May 20, 2013, 6:00 - 7:30 am, at the Metra Gresham station, the first workday of Red Line construction. Gresham is located at 820 W. 87th Street. Clifford will be one of several ambassadors who will be on hand to assist new riders as they learn our train service. Clifford will be available for media interviews while at the station. Read More
May Board Meeting Presentation 05/17/2013
Presentation to the Board Read More
April Board Meeting Presentation 04/19/2013
Presentation to the Board Read More
Metra's service plan for CTA Red Line construction 04/16/2013
The CTA in May 2013 will be starting a major project in which they will close a 10-mile stretch of the Red Line from the Cermak/Chinatown stop to 95th/Dan Ryan for five months in order to completely reconstruct the tracks and improve the stations. The CTA has arranged for extensive alternative service for Red Line riders that relies on the Green Line and shuttle buses. Read More
March Board Meeting Presentation 03/15/2013
Presentation to the Board Read More
A Message from Alex Clifford regarding delays on the BNSF Railway line March 7, 2013 03/07/2013
Please accept our apologies for the lengthy delay on your BNSF train last night and especially for the issues with communications. We will explain what happened below, but we wanted to assure you that we already have met with BNSF management regarding communications. Read More
March Board Committee Meeting Presentation 03/07/2013
Presentation to the Board Committees Read More
Metra CEO, Alex Clifford, presents to Chicago City Club 03/01/2013
On Thursday, Feb. 28th, Metra’s CEO Alex Clifford presented to the Chicago City Club Read More
Metra offers free tickets 02/26/2013
Test driving a Metra car will demonstrate how “Metra Makes Life Easy”. Metra today welcomed passengers “All aboard!” with an offer of two free tickets to any destination served by one of the nation’s largest commuter rail networks. The “Take a test drive in one of our cars” campaign will underscore the time, money and hassle that commuters can save by riding the rails. Read More
Q and A about Metra’s new marketing plan and contest 02/26/2013
Questions and Answers about Metra’s new marketing plan and contest Read More
Metra Board of Directors launches new committee structure 02/16/2013
The Metra Board in March will begin using a new committee structure that is designed to promote more Board input and oversight, while increasing transparency of the operations of the commuter rail agency. Read More
February Board Meeting Presentation 02/15/2013
Presentation to the Board Read More
Metra's 2012 Accomplishments 02/15/2013
2012 - Key Accomplishments Read More
Metra Takes You to the Chicago Auto Show 02/04/2013
If you plan to attend the Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place Feb. 9 through Feb. 18, let Metra do the driving. Read More
Ride when you want to with Metra's 10-Ride Convenience Pass 01/30/2013
Metra’s 10-Ride Pass continues to provide a convenient and easy way to ride the train. So, if an agent is on duty at the station where you boarded, avoid the $3.00 service fee by taking advantage of the 10-Ride Convenience Pass. Read More
Classification & Compensation Study - A Letter to Riders & Taxpayers 01/28/2013
What is a Class and Comp study? A class and compensation study looks at an organization’s jobs to determine the proper grouping of jobs into job categories, and the associated compensation for each job category or grade. Classification involves grouping jobs that do similar types of work, based on duties and responsibilities into groups or grades. Read More
January Board Meeting Presentation 01/17/2013
Presentation to the Board Read More
Change in 10-Ride Pricing Policy Effective Feburary 1, 2013 01/07/2013
Change in 10-Ride Pricing Policy Effective February 1, 2013 Read More
