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Reagan Mass Transit will expand to Whiteside County

By Linda Cook,

2026-06-05

Reagan Mass Transit District, the Dixon-based provider of rural public transportation serving Lee County and Ogle County, has announced plans to expand its service area to include Whiteside County effective July 1.

The mass transit district currently provides curb-to-curb rural transit services across Lee, Ogle, and rural Winnebago County, completing more than 91,000 passenger trips annually. With the addition of Whiteside County, annual ridership of Reagan Mass Transit District (RMTD) is projected to exceed 130,000 trips.

As the designated grantee of rural public transportation funding, Whiteside County has historically partnered with the Whiteside County Senior Center to manage and operate Whiteside County Public Transportation (WCPT). Over the past 20 years, WCPT has provided nearly 800,000 rides to county residents.

Discussions regarding the transition began in fall 2025 among Whiteside County administration, WCPT leadership, RMTD officials, and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). The decision for Whiteside County to join RMTD reflects a collaborative effort among all parties with Whiteside County Administrator Amy Robbins and Whiteside County Senior Center Executive Director Emily Hammer spearheading the advancement of the transition in chorus with RMTD Executive Director, Greg Gates.

“Passengers currently utilizing WCPT are expected to experience little to no disruption in service,” explains Gates. “Existing scheduling processes will remain in place, and many familiar drivers will continue providing service as several WCPT staff members transition into roles with RMTD.”

One notable change will be the implementation of a formal fare structure. While WCPT has
historically operated on a suggested $2 voluntary donation per trip, RMTD will introduce its
standard fares beginning Aug. 3.

Fares will include $2 one-way trips for travel within the same ZIP code and $0.35 per mile for trips outside the ZIP code for riders ages 6 to 59. Reduced fares will be available for older adults (60+), individuals with disabilities, and veterans, with $1 in-town trips and $0.35 per mile for out-of-town travel. Out-of-town fares for these eligible riders will be capped at $5 per one-way trip or $10 per round trip.

To support the expansion into Whiteside County, RMTD is actively recruiting bus operators
and an automotive technician. Individuals interested in these opportunities are encouraged to review job responsibilities and apply online at Reagan Mass Transit District’s employment page.

The expansion is expected to enhance regional mobility, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen access to reliable transportation options for residents across the four county area.
RMTD is a local government agency with primary financial support from the State of Illinois through the Downstate Operating Assistance Program (DOAP), and additional funding from
the Federal Transit Administration’s Section 5311 program. RMTD also receives revenue from local partnerships, service contracts, and contributions from organizations and individuals.

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