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TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE  
MEETING MINUTES - FINAL  
Friday, April 24, 2026  
9:30 AM  
Cook County Conference Room  
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Chicago, IL 60607  
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1.0  
Call to order and introductions  
Chair Orbon called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m. She welcomed new committee member, Gabe  
Desmond of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.  
Present:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative,  
Tollway Representative and Will Co Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Recognizing a physical quorum, the Transportation Committee approved the remote participation of  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative Amy Rynell. Approval carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co Representative, CTA  
Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1 Representative, IDOT - OIPI  
Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA Representative, Kane Co  
Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co Representative, McHenry Co  
Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC) Representative, NIRPC  
Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative, Tollway Representative and  
Will Co Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Not Present: Advocacy (ATA) Representative  
Tara Orbon served as CDOT Representative, Amy Rynell served as ATA Representative, Mary Nicol  
served as CDOT Representative, Bill Barnes served as CMAP Representative, Jennifer Henry served as  
CTA Representative, John Loper served as DuPage Co Representative, Steve Schilke served as IDOT -  
D1 Representative, Chuck Abraham served as IDOT - OIPI Representative, Megan Swanson served as  
IDOT - OP&P Representative, Gabe Desmond served as IEPA Representative, Gretchen Klock served as  
Kendall Co Representative, Mike Klemens served as Lake Co Representative, Scott Hennings served as  
McHenry Co Representative, Lynnette Ciavarella served as Metra Representative, Audrey Wennink  
served as MPC Representative, Scott Weber, NIRPC Representative, Erik Llewellyn served as Pace  
Representative, Heather Mullins served as RTA Representative, Henry Guerriero served as Tollway  
Representative, Christina Kupkowski served as Will Co Representative, John Paul Diipla served as  
FHWA Representative, and Mark Kane served as FTA Representative  
Staff present: Victoria Barrett, Marielle Brown, Carly Cazzato, Kaitlin Cernak, Dustin Clark, Sean  
Connelly, Teri Dixon, Kama Dobbs, Phoebe Downey, Alyson Dressman, Doug Ferguson, Elizabeth  
Ginsberg, Jane Grover, Danielle Hamer, Noah Harris, Kasia Hart, Craig Heither, Mitch Hirst, Hayden  
Horton, Tricia Hyland, Aimee Lee, Maren Lutterbach, Alexis McAdams, Martin Menninger, Nicholas  
Merten, Jen Miller, Richard Norwood, Sam Pavlekovsky, Russell Pietrowiak, Krystal Rodriguez, Isaura  
Velez, Julie Reschke, Charlie Rotering, Milo Shapey, Clarke Shupe-Diggs, Mike Sobzcak, Sarah Stolpe,  
Ryan Thompto, Tess Wagner, David Wells  
Others present: Andria Anderson, Garland Armstrong, Nathan Bean, Brandon Bell, Fabrice Bonvoisin,  
Madalene Caldwell, Lenny Cannata, Josh Chodor, Gavin Chuck, Hugo Coronado, Rithvika Daren, Cyrus  
Dowlatshahi, Liz Dunn, Michael Dunst, Melanie Eckner, Clare Fauke, Henry Firth, Daniel Forbush,  
Michael Fricano, Oisin Galvin, Brandon Geber, Norah Getz, Jibraan Ghani, Brandon Geber, Chloe  
Groome, Josue Guevara, Heidi Files, Will Haley, Kyle Hance, Neville Hemming, Jennifer Henry, Danielle  
Hernandez, Chris Hiebert, Ian Horvath, Paul Jacobs, Rochelle Jackson, George Kandathil, Chris  
Kateyiannis, Eva Koester, David Kovarik, Sunjay Kumar, Jack Landry, Brian Larson, Kyle Lucas, Sean  
Maher, Micha Makaiwi, Daniel Maziarz, Brittany Matyas, Laura McFadden, Bill McLeod, Dolan  
McMillan, Samuel Mobley, Ben Nagy, Patricia Nogueira, Boyce Oudersluys, Jada Porter, Leslie Rauer,  
Cole Rogers, Adam Rolstad, William Rudnick, Todd Scmidt, Nick Schrag, Micheal Sewall, Lara Smetana,  
Vicky Smith, Ellen Steinke, Daniel Streicher, Joe Surdam, Simone Suri, Lily Swanson, Tracey Swanson,  
Emma Tamplin, Tasnim Tanveer, Nick Schrag, Christopher Taraszka, Alex Thrush, Matthew  
Truskowski, Michael Vanderhoof, Evan Velline, Adam Vogel, Adalee Wasiknois, Scott Weber, Michael  
Weiss, Curtis Witek, Jeffrey Yoshihara  
2.0  
3.0  
Agenda changes and announcements  
There were no changes to the agenda. Chair Orbon congratulated the CTA on the groundbreaking for  
the Red Line Extension. CTA Representative Jennifer Henry reported that the Red Line Extension is a  
5.5-mile extension from 95th Street to 130th Street and includes four full-accessible stations.  
Approval of minutes  
3.01 Minutes from February 27, 2026  
26-104  
Attachments: TC Minutes 2-27-26 - draft  
A motion was made by IDOT - OIPI Representative Chuck Abraham, seconded by Will Co  
Representative Christina Kupkowski, to approve the February 27, 2026 meeting minutes. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative,  
Tollway Representative and Will Co Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
4.0  
CMAP updates  
Regional Policy, and Implementation Deputy and CMAP Representative Bill Barnes welcomed IEPA  
Representative Gabe Desmond to the Transportation Committee and invited him to introduce  
himself.  
Barnes reported IDOT is preparing for the next cycle of the Illinois Transportation Enhance Program  
(ITEP), which supports projects that expand travel options and enhance quality of life. IDOT will host  
three trainings across the region in May, with more information available on its website.  
CMAP has completed Phase One of the My Daily Travel household survey, and a data subset is now  
available on the Data Portal. The survey gathers information on how residents across northeastern  
Illinois travel and helps to inform CMAP's regional travel modeling and planning efforts. Additional  
data collection will resume in the fall and continue through 2027.  
CMAP has finalized the Transportation Resilience Improvement Plan (TRIP), which identifies  
vulnerabilities in the regional transportation system and recommends strategies to improve resilience  
to extreme weather and climate change. The plan includes two categories of resilience strategies for  
decision-making and identifies 64 priority projects submitted by agencies and evaluated by CMAP.  
The plan has been submitted to the FHWA for determination that it meets PROTECT program  
requirements. CAMP will contact project sponsors to discuss next steps following FHWA's  
determination.  
CMAP has published an initial analysis of the governor's proposed FY2027 state budget, highlighting  
early findings and potential regional impacts. A more detailed analysis will be released later in the  
budget process.  
Barnes also reported on the USDOT's Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) FY2026 funding  
opportunity and CMAP's national recognition from Grancius' Digital Government for its Safe Travel for  
All community engagement initiative. In partnership with the RTA, CMAP received 54 applications  
from 46 applications during the 2026 Technical Call for Projects. Selected projects will be announced  
in early July.  
CMAP continues to engage with regional stakeholders on The Century Plan, focusing on building  
capacity, organizing for impact, and planning for a stronger future. Three Catalyst series sessions have  
been held on housing, land use and industrial development, and adoption of the Climate Action Plan.  
CMAP is also meeting with regional councils of governments to collaborate with local elected officials.  
Adoption of The Century Plan by the MPO Policy Committee and CMAP Board is targeted for fall  
2027.  
CMAP is currently accepting applications for the 2026 Future Leaders in Planning (FLIP) summer  
program. Applications are due May 1 and can be submitted through CMAP's website.  
5.0  
Items for approval  
5.01 FFY 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendments and  
26-106  
administrative modifications  
Attachments: TC Memo (TIP_Amend_26-05)  
26-05 Formal Amendment Report  
26-05.1 and 26-05.2 Administrative Amendment Report  
Russell Pietrowiak, Program Lead Analyst, presented FFY 2023-20285 Transportation Improvement  
Program (TIP) formal revision 26-05 and administrative revisions 26-05.1 and 26-05.2. There are 90  
formal amendments for the committee's consideration. Additionally, 267 administrative amendments  
were submitted, reviewed, and accepted by staff.  
The formal amendments resulted in an increase of $376.7 million in total project costs for all prior,  
current, and future years. Highlights include the City of Chicago adding $130 million in federal, state,  
and local funds to the TIP to replace four bridges over the Calumet River, Pace adding $39.78 million  
in FTA awarded funding to the TIP for the purchase of new hybrid buses, and IDOT adding $31.5  
million to the TIP for a a multi-faceted project in the south suburbs on IL 83 for resurfacing,  
modernizing traffic signals, ADA improvements, and bridge repairs.  
Administrative amendments resulted in an increase of $52.9 million in total project costs for all prior,  
current, and future years. The net change from both formal and administrative changes resulted in  
$429.6 million being added to the TIP in prior, current, and future years. The TIP remains fiscally  
constrained and staff requests approval of formal TIP amendment 26-05.  
Questions arose regarding the bike facilities on the 92nd Street Calumet bridge and the bicycle  
connectivity on Douglas Road. CDOT Representative Mary Nicol and Kendall Co Representative  
Gretchen Klock will follow up on these projects.  
A motion was made by Tollway Representative Henry Guerriero, seconded by DuPage Co  
Representative John Loper, to approve TIP formal amendment 26-05. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative,  
Tollway Representative and Will Co Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
6.0  
Information items  
6.01 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) update  
26-105  
Attachments: TC Memo (Update on the RTP) 04-24-2026  
Julie Reschke, senior analyst, Elizabeth Ginsberg, senior analyst, Danielle Hamer, analyst, and Nikolas  
Merten, analyst, provided an update on the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).  
Reschke reported that staff are nearing the end of the RTP development process. A draft RTP will be  
presented to the Transportation Committee for consideration at its May meeting. Following that, the  
draft will then go to the CMAP Board and MPO Policy Committee for a vote to begin the public  
comment period. Final adoption of the RTP is anticipated in the fall.  
Ginsberg presented the financial plan risk assessment. Staff evaluated revenue forecasts to provide a  
balanced fiscal constraint totaling $573 billion, using baseline and reasonably expected revenues. The  
risk assessment process requires identifying potential risks, prioritizing them, conducting sensitivity  
analysis, and developing mitigation strategies. Staff identified 16 major risks - eight associated with  
lower revenues and eight associated with higher costs.  
Hamer explained that risks were modeled through sensitivity tests and multi-risk scenarios.  
High-impact risks include declining federal and state funds, economic recessions, increased  
weather-related volatility and associated maintenance needs, and pavement deterioration caused by  
heavy vehicles.  
The sensitivity test was applied to two multi-risk scenarios. In Scenario 1, staff modeled a return to  
pre-IIJA transportation funding levels, a 25% reduction in competitive funds, and a 5% increase in  
operating costs. This resulted in operating inefficiencies and project delays, demonstrating the  
region's dependence on stable external funding and efficient internal operations.  
In Scenario 2, staff focused on major drivers of expenditure growth. They modeled a 5% increase in  
operating costs, a 1-year delay for all Regional Capital Projects, and a "high" inflation, financial  
scenario. The results indicated that persistent growth could constrain project scales and worsen  
delivery inefficiencies, highlighting limitations within the current risk assessment approach.  
Hamer reviewed the range of potential impacts of the sensitivity tests related to higher costs and lost  
revenues. She presented eight strategy recommendations, including building regional consensus to  
improve preparedness for federal funding opportunities, streamlining project delivery, prioritizing  
maintenance and preservation, and pursuing additional state and regional funding sources.  
Merten discussed efforts to advance a road usage charge (RUC) in Illinois. In December 2025, CMAP  
released a RUC white paper developed through the RTP process, building on the recommendations  
from ON TO 2050 and the PART plans. Merten also provided a brief history of roadway user fees.  
He noted that the motor fuel tax (MFT) is the primary roadway user fee in Illinois and is projected to  
generate $1.478 billion for northeastern Illinois across local governments, IDOT projects, and the RTA  
Capital Fund. However, the state MFT faces long-term challenges due to improved fuel efficiency, the  
adoption of electric vehicles, and shifting travel patterns. Federal and state MFT revenues are failing  
to keep pace with transportation costs, and the state's near-term fixes through Rebuild Illinois do not  
address long-term funding challenges.  
CMAP proposes implementing a road usage charge (RUC), a tax based on miles traveled, to address  
the long-term sustainability challenges of the MFT. RUC systems can use odometer readings,  
smartphone applications, or a plug-in devices to record usage. The RUC is intended to be a fairer,  
more stable funding mechanism.  
Merten reported that many states have piloted RUC programs, evaluating interoperability between  
states, public education and acceptance of RUC, administrative cost, impacts on passenger vehicles  
and commercial trucks, applicability on public versus private roads, geographic differences in tax  
impacts, and technologies for tracking and reporting road use.  
CMAP recommends that the state conduct a RUC feasibility study, explore public preferences for  
system design, and identify opportunities for innovation.  
Discussion followed regarding whether legislative authority is required to initiate a study, the equity  
implications for electric vehicle users, and whether a RUC would replace the existing MFT.  
The Regional Transportation Plan update was discussed.  
6.02 Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CAP) update  
26-108  
Attachments: TC Memo (Update on the CCAP) 04-24-2026  
Mitch Hirst, analyst, and Noah Harris, analyst, provided an update on the Comprehensive Climate  
Action Plan (CAP).  
Hirst explained that he served as the modeling lead CAP. The project, funded in part by the US EPA,  
was a collaboration between CMAP, the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, and the Northwestern Indiana  
Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC). It was a 20-month process beginning in May 2024, and the  
final plan was released in March 2026.  
Hirst reported that the CAP outlines a strategy to reduce emissions and air pollution across the  
greater Chicago region. The region produces approximately 152 million metric tons of carbon dioxide  
equivalent (CO2e) annually primarily from industry, buildings, and transportation. Smaller  
contributions come from waste, agriculture, and water systems. Wetlands and forests capture 2% of  
emissions through carbon sequestration. A geographical analysis shows that while Cook County in  
Illinois produces the most emissions, Porter and Lake Counties in Indiana have the highest emissions  
per capita.  
Hirst noted that the CAP identifies three greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions scenarios. The current  
policy scenario projects future emissions under existing state and federal policies. The plan  
implementation scenario and the state and local portion of the plan implementation scenario reflect  
estimated GHG reductions under different levels of policy ambition and coordination.  
(Will County Representative Christina Kupkowski left the meeting at 10:50 a.m.)  
The region has reduced emissions by 20% between 2005 and 2020, but the long-term goal is an 85%  
reduction of gross emissions by 2050, consistent with the ON TO 2050 plan. Achieving this will require  
full plan implementation. This scenario builds on existing policies and programs and incorporates  
benchmarks from state and national models. Hirst emphasized that action would be required across  
all levels of government, including renewed and expanded federal policies that support major  
economic and technological transitions. Even without new federal policies, the state and local  
governments can independently achieve a 58% reduction by 2050, demonstrating their significant  
influence on emission outcomes.  
Harris reported that the transportation sector would need to achieve a 91% reduction in CO2e by  
2050 if it followed the current policy scenario. Under the state and local implementation scenario, the  
sector would needs a 64% reduction. Harris highlighted two of the six core actions in the plan:  
reimagining mobility and electrifying vehicles.  
Hirst also described ongoing work related to the plan, including development of the 2025 Regional  
Greenhouse Gas Inventory, the CAP status report, the Energy to Communities project with ComEd,  
Respiratory Health Association and Argonne and Oak Ridge national laboratories.  
Discussion followed on vehicle miles traveled (VMT) reduction targets, the relationship between the  
CAP and other CMAP planning efforts, and the potential alignment between the ComEd plan and the  
CAP.  
The Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CAP) update was discussed.  
7.0  
Other Business  
IDOT - OIPI Representative Chuck Abraham reported that he will be stepping down from the  
Transportation Committee and will be replaced by Patricia Nogueira. IDOT - OP&P Representative  
Megan Swans reported that she is moving back to the Bureau of Research and that Brandon Geber  
will serve as the interim replacement.  
CDOT Representative Mary Nicol reported on the City's EV strategy, noting that the city released a  
request for proposal (RFP) for a vendor that will operate and maintain an EV curbside charging pilot.  
8.0  
Public Comment  
In Person Comments  
Clare Fauke, Tasnim Tanveer, Nick Schrag, Chris Kateyiannis, and Ellen Steinke spoke in opposition of  
the North DuSable Lake Shore Drive project as proposed in the Regional Transportation Plan. They  
raised concerns about speeding vehicles, congestion, noise pollution, and emissions, and safety of  
public access to nearby public spaces.  
They also noted that no new information has been provided by IDOT since 2024. Residents expressed  
a desire for updates on whether any changes to the plan are being considered, particularly as projects  
costs in the Regional Capital Plan continue to rise.  
Additionally, it was highlighted that North DuSable Lake Shore Drive is one of many roads nationwide  
identified as an arterial highway that cuts through natural areas, contributing to increased noise  
pollution and reduced public access to those spaces.  
A motion was made by IDOT - OP&P Representative Megan Swanson, seconded by CMAP  
Representative Bill Barnes, to extend the Public Comment period an additional 15 minutes. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative and  
Tollway Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Not Present: Will Co Representative  
In Person Comments continued  
Jibraan Ghani, Maddie Caldwell, Kyle Lucas, and Boyce Oudersluys expressed opposition to the  
current version of the Redefine the Drive/North DuSable Lake Shore Drive Project. They noted that  
the existing noise pollution already makes the lake shore and beaches difficult to enjoy, and they  
believe the project would worsen the problem. They stated that cars are an outdated transit option  
and emphasized the need for transportation solutions that reduce congestion. The committee was  
encouraged to look at other cities for transit solutions, including Paris, for innovative transit solutions.  
They also pointed out that the project does not align with CMAP's Climate Action Plan and asked IDOT  
to work with residents to develop a plan that benefits Chicagoans.  
Dr. Chloe Groom commented on the Climate Action Plan. She highlighted supply chain limitations  
related to rare earth metals, particularly the magnets used in electric vehicles. She suggested that the  
plan place a greater focus on land use, noting that Chicago residents produce fewer emissions than  
suburban residents.  
A motion was made by McHenry Co Representative Scott Hennings, seconded by CDOT Representative  
Mary Nicol, to extend Public Comment an additional 15 minutes and limiting each person's comment  
to one minute. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative and  
Tollway Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Not Present: Will Co Representative  
Virtual Attendee Comment  
Lara Semtana and Seth Winnin expressed opposition to the Redefine the Drive/North DuSable Lake  
Shore Drive project. They stated that the project contradicts CMAPs findings that widening lanes and  
adding capacity would induce more car traffic, and that it does not align with CMAP's guidance on  
reducing speeds to improve safety.  
Garland Armstrong asked for clarification on the scope of Redefine the Drive/North DuSable Lake  
Shore Drive and also inquired about the timing of Metra's signal-crossing work.  
Ian Horvath, Nathan Bean, Cole Rogers, Dr. Luke Leisman, and Josue Guevara also expressed  
opposition to the Redefine the Drive/North DuSable Lake Shore Drive project. They requested a more  
pedestrian- and bike-friendly alternative that works for all users and asked that the current proposal  
be rejected until a new and bold design is developed.  
Henry Firth commented on CMAP's travel demand model, noting that it relies on problematic  
assumptions about vehicle costs and perceived disutility. He recommended that the model be  
updated using current information.  
Kalen Luciano, Garin Chuck, and Brandon Bell also voiced opposition to the Redefine the Drive/North  
DuSable Lake Shore Drive Project. They raised concerns about the existing number of traffic crashes  
along the corridor and the potential for increased crashes if the project moves forward. They also  
highlighted that access to the lake front is currently not very accessible.  
A motion was made by IDOT - OP&P Representative Megan Swanson, seconded by CDOT  
Representative Mary Nicol, to extend the Public Comment period by an additional 15 minutes. The  
motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative and  
Tollway Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Not Present: Will Co Representative  
Virtual Attendee Comment  
Norah Getz, Sunjay Kumar, Simone Suri, Adam Vogel, Neville Hemming, Matthew Truskowski, and  
Daniel Streicher expressed opposition to the Redefine the Drive/North DuSable Lake Shore Drive  
project. They noted that members of the Illinois General Assembly, as well as alderman representing  
the area, have also voiced their opposition. They requested that Lake Shore Drive be redesigned as a  
boulevard that prioritizes pedestrian and bike travel over vehicular traffic. They emphasized that  
many of the residents in the area do not own cars yet are subjected to ongoing congestion, noise, and  
environmental pollution.  
Written Attendee Comment  
Chair Orbon reported that 281 written comments regarding the Redefine the drive/North DuSable  
Lake Shore Drive, as it relates to the Regional Transportation Plan, had been received as of the 9:30  
a.m. deadline of Thursday, April 23. These comments will be documented and included in the meeting  
minutes.  
Due to the lateness of the meeting, Vice-Chair Hennings read a written statement that was provided  
by several members of the public in substantially similar form.  
The public comment period was closed.  
8.1  
Written public comment  
26-140  
Attachments: 4.17.26 Comments  
4.18.26 Comments  
4.19.26 Comments  
4.20.26 Comments  
4.21.26 Comments  
4.22.26 Comments  
4.23.26 Comments  
9.0  
Next Meeting  
The next meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2026.  
10.0 Adjournment  
A motion was made by Kane Co Representative Gretchen Klock, seconded by Tollway Representative  
Henry Guerriero, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
Advocacy (ATA) Representative, CDOT Representative, CMAP Representative, Cook Co  
Representative, CTA Representative, DuPage Co Representative, IDOT-D1  
Representative, IDOT - OIPI Representative, IDOT - OP&P Representative, IEPA  
Representative, Kane Co Representative, Kendall Co Representative, Lake Co  
Representative, McHenry Co Representative, Metra Representative, Advocacy (MPC)  
Representative, NIRPC Representative, Pace Representative, RTA Representative and  
Tollway Representative  
Absent:  
Academic Research Representative 1, Academic Research Representative 2, CoM  
Representative and SEWRPC Representative  
Non-Voting: FHWA Representative and FTA Representative  
Not Present: Will Co Representative  
The meeting was adjourned at 12:22 p.m.  
Minutes prepared by Blanca Vela-Schneider