(ABC)• RTA: “Study lays groundwork for more coordinated regional transit service under NITA” (News-Sun)• Letter re: whiny Tribune editorial about transit funding: “Making sure a city has functioning wastewater management is not a bailout. • “Lake County Metra rail work kicks off, suspends midday service”• Ride Illinois’ July Tailwinds newsletter has hit the streets. • “Englewood Sculpture Garden Opens On Former Vacant Lots: ‘A Positive Footprint For The Community’” (Block Club)• “Train in Vain”? Not if you use Tschuy’s Amtrak Bicycle Access map to plan your bike + rail adventure. If you appreciate Streetsblog Chicago’s livable streets reporting and advocacy, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support our work.