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Bus #1000, the New Flyer D40LF prototype, pulls away following a CTA press conference on November 8, 2005.
A 7300-series MAN Articulated bus turns from Michigan Ave. onto Madison St. on September 11, 2003.
Sounds
External Announcements
External announcement for the #20 Madison bus. Since the recording of this announcement, buses are now programmed to announce the route name as well as the number.
Next-Stop Announcements
Announcement for Damen Ave.
(Recorded by Tony Coppoletta)
Announcement for State St & Roosevelt Rd. This announcement also mentions that you can transfer to the Red Line Subway, Orange, and Green line.
Announcement for 700 West. When a stop is not at a particular street, the directional coordinate is given.
(Recorded by Tony Coppoletta)
This announcement for 14th and Indiana was recorded when the automated announcement system was first installed and made use of a temporary female voice.
(Recorded by Tony Coppoletta)
Public Service Announcements
CTA often removes certain announcements from its rotation. Some of the announcements listed here may no longer be used.“If you have a question or comment about CTA service, call customer service at 1-888-YOUR-CTA or visit our website at www.transitchicago.com. For travel information, call 836-7000.”
“Customers with backpacks: please remove them so they do not bump other customers.”
“Smoking, eating, graffiti, littering, and radio playing are prohibited on CTA vehicles.”
“Please be considerate while talking on your phone, so as to not to disturb other customers.”
“Please keep your personal belongings off the seat next to you, so other customers may sit down.”
“Interested in protecting the balance on your Transit Card from theft or loss? By opening a Chicago Card Plus account your fares are protected in the event that your card is lost or stolen. For more information, or to purchase your Chicago Card Plus, visit transitchicago.com or call 1-888-YOUR-CTA.”
“Interested in streamlining your commute? With Chicago Card Plus you can manage your CTA fares through an account on the Internet. No need to carry cash with the Chicago Card Plus. For more information, or to purchase your Chicago Card Plus, visit transitchicago.com or call 1-888-YOUR-CTA.”
“Please be careful and hold on as you exit the bus, especially at night and in inclement weather.”
“With your safety in mind, the CTA asks you to please be alert when traveling on buses and trains. If you observe an unattended package, witness anything unusual, or see someone acting suspiciously, inform CTA personnel immediately. Also, please do not leave your own possessions or parcels unattended on board or at stations.”
“Thank you for riding the CTA!”