Illinois Tollway

On Monday, July 1st, the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter hosted “Lessons in Leadership: From the Illinois General Assembly and Beyond.” The panel included Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, Ed.D. (State Senator (49th District), 2013-2020) and Tollway Board Director Karen Mcconnaughay (State Senator (33rd District), 2013-2018; Kane County Board Chair, 2004-2012) and was moderated by Julie Hamos (State Representative (18th District), 1999-2010). Our speakers shared more about how their experience in the General Assembly informed how they approach transportation decision making in their current leadership roles, and shared more about their experience negotiating, building consensus, and advancing regional transportation priorities. Thank you to all who joined us for this discussion

As we celebrate our freedom this Fourth of July, the Illinois Tollway wishes everyone a safe and memorable holiday. Whether you’re attending a parade, enjoying a BBQ or watching fireworks light up the night sky, remember that our nation has overcome numerous obstacles from the very beginning of our nation’s birth and throughout history to achieve greatness. We are all in this together, each of us playing a key part of a greater community working together to build a better world for everyone.

Phone calls and texts can wait, safety can’t—so put away cellphones when driving on the Illinois Tollway system this July Fourth holiday weekend and focus on the road. We’re expecting nearly 9.3 million vehicles to use our roads this weekend, so reach your holiday destination safely by slowing down and avoiding distracted driving. More https://bit.ly/4bsHdFd

Whether you’re behind the wheel, maintaining the roads, or responding to emergencies, the #BeSafeTogether initiative from IBTTA encourages you to actively participate in creating safer roads by making little choices. The choices that pave the way for a community where every journey ends safely. Because it takes every one of us to keep us all safe. Let’s #BeSafeTogether

The Illinois Tollway is empowering future leaders through its internship program. This year, we welcomed a record 31 students from 20 colleges and universities across seven states to experience unparalleled opportunities for hands-on experiences and professional growth across 13 different departments. Our interns are not only applying their academic skills to real-world projects, but also engaging in interactive activities designed to build strong relationships with peers and mentors to foster lifelong connections. Read more https://bit.ly/3xEWt4c

Safety is at the core of the tolling industry’s mission and everyone at our organization is personally committed to creating the safest road conditions possible for all road users, including commuters, long-haul truckers, families on the road for errands and vacations, and our own road workers and first responders. Lets’ #BeSafeTogether

Notice anything different about Illinois Tollway H.E.L.P. trucks during Global Road Safety Week? We’re giving them a new look that includes a high-visibility, fluorescent-green paint job and new features to more safely serve our customers and better protect our drivers. The trucks, supported by GEICO #GEICOSafetyPatrol, also are being outfitted with new lighting and a plow-like blade so they can more easily clear debris from our roads. And remember to #BeSafeTogether during Global Road Safety Week and beyond! Learn more https://bit.ly/4eH4JB4

Its Global Road Safety week and we are asking you to join us. Together we can prevent tragic roadway crashes. Slow down, wear seat belts, focus on the road and have a designated driver when drinking. Help us make our roads safe for everyone. Little things add up. #BeSafeTogether

Be Safe Together is a call to action and a reminder that every person on the road is responsible for creating the safest road conditions possible. This includes drivers, motorcyclists, passengers, and road workers. We are proud to join in the IBTTA’s safety campaign and promote Be Safe Together during our industry’s first Global Road Safety Week from June 24-28, 2024. Do your part - Lets #BeSafeTogether

Join us in the IBTTA’s first Global Road Safety Week; our focus is on the steps the tolling industry takes to make roads safer as well as our commitment to addressing unsafe driving behaviors such as speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving. We aim to improve safety for everyone on the roads, including our road workers and emergency responders who are at high risk of being struck by traffic every time they are on the road. Stay back, Stay Focused and Stay Alert. Let’s #BeSafeTogether