Major Taylor Trail

Friends of the Major Taylor Trail - non-profit advisory council for linear park on Chicago's south side.

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

This Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm where the trail meets 111th St (~1050 W). @pattywetli @ndblumberg @BlockClubCHI

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

Happy #WildWednesday!

In honor of #SpringBirdMigration we’re spotlighting the shimmering Tree Swallow this week.

Here’s five cool facts about these iridescent birds:

[David Powe @frasiertrain]

.@DivvyBikes just designated 60 more public bike racks where riders can park e-bikes & scooters for free.

All in high-demand areas with lots of trip ends. Within minutes of going live, they’re already being used!

More flexibility & real savings on out-of-station fees

[David Powe @frasiertrain]

CDOT launches scooter safety campaign “[...] Scooters are an important part of Chicago’s transportation network, and our responsibility is to make sure that system works safely and effectively for everyone,” said CDOT Acting Commissioner William Cheaks Jr

https://t.co/JuhdWgeEcc

[David Powe @frasiertrain]

Divvy is expanding free parking across Chicago🚲

More public bike racks where riders can lock e-bikes and scooters for free.

More flexibility. Less clutter.

You’ll start seeing a lot more of these soon.

Plus 1000+ new bike racks planned for 2026!

[David Powe @frasiertrain]

See a Lime or Divvy scooter doing any of this? Report it to 311 via app, website or calling in:

- Blocking a sidewalk or ramp
- Lying on its side
- Locked to public property or a disabled parking sign
- Parked in the street
- Left unlocked

https://t.co/ekrabi0IuE

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

Tomorrow #bikechi

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

Major Taylor Trail cleanup workday on Sat. 4/25, 9 am to noon. Meet on the trail just north of 95th St. (north of BMO Bank, west side of 95th/Ashland Jewel parking lot). #bikechi https://t.co/XQQnkx0H3y

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

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[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

Major Taylor Trail cleanup workday on Sat. 4/25, 9 am to noon. Meet on the trail just north of 95th St. (north of BMO Bank, west side of 95th/Ashland Jewel parking lot). #bikechi https://t.co/XQQnkx0H3y

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

Did you know? Volunteer hours with the Forest Preserves of Cook County may be used for SNAP work requirements.
🌱 Ecological Stewardship
🌱 Litter Cleanups
🌱 Tree TLC
🌱 Native Seed Nursery
Learn more about signing up & completing required documentation: https://t.co/vZNAxiNcZ9

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

Our spring cleanup workday is Sat. 4/25 9 am-noon. Bring work gloves if you have 'em.

Meet on trail just N of 95th St. If you're driving, go to W side of 95th/Ashland Jewel parking lot. #bikechi

Register here: https://t.co/XQQnkx0H3y

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

@aka60643 @Metra @metraRID @streetsblogchi Wishes can come true! Got this excellent news today. Thank you @metra! @metraRID

[AKA60643 🐈‍⬛🌻🇬🇱🇺🇦 @aka60643.bsky.social @aka60643]

Hey @Metra - will the 105th St @metraRID grade crossing get replaced in 2026? It's been bad for years but has gotten MUCH worse in 2025. It's a hazard to people on bikes and in smaller cars. @streetsblogchi @activetrans

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

Join the Forest Preserves of Cook County and help care for 70,000+ acres of nature while connecting people to the outdoors. We’re hiring passionate individuals ready to serve their community and work in nature.

Explore job openings: https://t.co/tZNiNaXtsB

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

🚨 Nature center hours update!

Starting March 1, Forest Preserves nature centers are open 9am – 5 pm (buildings closed Fridays).

Note: Sagawau Environmental Learning Center is open daily, 9am – 4pm.

Spring is almost here—plan your visit! 🌱

Updates: https://t.co/lJZrE5NoPV

[Forest Preserves @FPDCC]

Are you 16–22 and looking for a meaningful summer job?

Become a Youth Outdoor Ambassador with @fpdcc. Get paid to learn about local ecology, wildlife, recreation, and conservation careers while connecting people to nature.

Apply by March 31: https://t.co/tZNiNaXtsB

[Major Taylor Trail @fomtt]

@Speaking4Trees @SSideSoul @aka60643 @Metra @metraRID @streetsblogchi This is in the 19th ward, where O'Shea doesn't really care about folks east of the tracks. If it was in the 21st ward, it would probably get attention from Ald. Mosley.

[South Side Soul 🦉 @SSideSoul]

@Speaking4Trees @aka60643 @Metra @metraRID @streetsblogchi I don't know how many years it's been since @Metra replaced this @metraRID crossing at 105th St but it's been in bad shape for years.

Hey Metra - any news on when this will get replaced?

[South Side Soul 🦉 @SSideSoul]

Hey @Metra - when are coming over to Bluesky? Many of us would like to see you there. @cta too.

[Streetsblog Chicago @streetsblogchi]

ICYMI, the Tribune published an op-ed arguing that Safe Streets infrastructure tells longtime residents "You are no longer the target audience," which appears to have been "written" by AI.
https://t.co/ZXnzjAIelv