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(CHICAGO) – The Regional Transportation Authority, the Chicago Transit Authority and Pace participated in the Fifth Annual National Dump the Pump Day on June 17. The initiative resulted in more than 500 pledges for people to leave their cars at home and consider using public transit that helps reduce traffic congestion and air pollution while saving on travel costs.
Sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), the 2010 National Dump the Pump Day involved over 100 public transportation systems nationwide. In addition to the pledges to not use motor vehicles for the day, the local campaign included CTA discounts of up to 50 percent off parking fees at several of the their Park & Ride Lots.
"We're very excited about the number of participants who committed to this initiative. Those who left their cars at home understood how important our transit system is. We hope that we have gained more riders who will consider riding transit regularly. And we hope that awareness was broadened about the availability of the CTA's Park & Ride Lots for those needing cars to access transit," said RTA Executive Director Steve Schlickman.
Those who pledged to Dump the Pump were able to register to win exciting prizes. More than 20 prizes were awarded to participants in the RTA service region.
The RTA's regional system makes a significant impact on the region's environment by saving approximately 150 million gallons of gas annually. A recent report released by APTA showed that commuters in Chicago save more than $11,400 annually. As saving money continues to be on everyone's mind in this economic climate, the Dump the Pump initiative was another means to encourage travelers to see the value in public transportation.
Aurora Residents
Debra M. Two Passes Wendella Boat Tours
Pat M. Metra Weekend Pass
Arlington Heights Resident
Rita O. Fleet Feet Gift Certificate
Bourbonnais Resident
John N. Two Passes Museum of Science and Industry
Calumet City Resident
Tawanna B. Pace 10-Ride Regular Ticket
Chicago Residents
Jonathan D. Family Pass Chicago Children’s Museum
Emily P. Two Passes Shedd Aquarium
Collen P. Two Monthly Passes to the Chicago Water Taxi
Derek T. Two Monthly Passes to the Chicago Water Taxi
Oliver G. One CTA Fun Pass
Liz G. One CTA Fun Pass
Vivian H. One CTA Fun Pass
Jayne P. One CTA Fun Pass
Eunice E. One CTA Fun Pass
Cicero Resident
Maria H. Two Passes Museum of Science and Industry
Des Plaines Resident
Paul B. Metra Weekend Pass
Downers Grove Resident
Kathy C. Metra Weekend Pass
Freeport Residents
Lori H. Two Chicago Sky Tickets
Glenview Resident
Terese C. Two Passes Museum of Science and Industry
Lisle Residents
Janet P. Metra Weekend Pass
Loves Park Resident
Melissa H. Two Passes Willis Tower Sky Deck
Palatine Resident
Susan H. Two Passes Museum of Science and Industry
Tinley Park Resident
Chris P. Two Chicago Rush Tickets
Vernon Hills Resident
Mike L. Pace 10-Ride Plus Regular Ticket
Woodridge Resident
Brian M Metra Weekend Pass
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