May 6, 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson
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Mayor Johnson and CTA Celebrate Investments in Welcoming Spaces Across Chicago’s Transit System
CTA’s expanded Refresh & Renew program debuts new children’s benches, continuing station revitalizations for employees and riders of all ages
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Acting President Nora Leerhsen to kick-off the 2026 construction season, which includes numerous ongoing infrastructure projects including the expansion of the CTA’s Refresh & Renew program, which aims to create welcoming spaces for riders of all ages and now includes jobs for returning citizens. This holistic approach ensures that investments made in transit benefit the communities CTA serves by providing a modern, safe and welcoming transit system for all, which is core to the Mayor’s ‘Build Better Together’ initiative.