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Staff Highlight: Hayley Seward 🚍

Over the past seven years, Hayley Seward has experienced MTD from multiple perspectives. Starting as an Information Assistant at Illinois Terminal, moving into the Finance Department, and now serving as a Bus Operator, she's gained a unique appreciation for how every part of the organization works together to serve the community.

For Hayley, one of the most rewarding aspects of driving is the opportunity to build relationships with passengers and see firsthand the impact transit has on their daily lives.

"It's different when you're driving the bus. If you pick a route, you get to see your regulars and build those relationships with them."

Whether she's helping students get to class, connecting with familiar faces along her route, or encouraging new employees to ask questions and learn from those around them, Hayley brings a positive, team-focused mindset to every shift.

Outside of work, Hayley enjoys playing Nintendo games, spending time with family, and keeping up with her longtime passion for dance.

Thank you, Hayley, for your dedication, adaptability, and commitment to serving our community every day! 💙 MTD Operator stands with arms crossed at an MTD transit facility. by @ridemtd

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Last Tuesday night, September 22, 2026, the Bike Month Team hosted the 19th Annual Light the Night bike light installation event!

This was bigger than ever, with a record high five stations across the University of Illinois campus!

We are glad to see so many people safely and legally biking with lights at night!

#Chambana #Illinois #bikes by @ridemtd

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13 days ago

Slow your roll 🌀

Hold your buns and cross with care. Avoid walking in front of the bus; a quick pause can help prevent close calls and keep everyone moving smoothly.

➡To learn more, visit the link in our bio! Cartoon cinnamon roll standing next to an MTD bus with the message, “Slow your roll.” by @ridemtd

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Help shape the future of intercity bus service in Illinois! 🚌

IDOT wants to hear from riders and communities across the state about where service should go and what could be improved.

Take the survey by scanning the QR code below! On mobile? Screenshot this post and open the QR code right from your photos. 📲 IDOT Statewide Intercity Bus Plan Study survey. IDOT is seeking public input to help shape the future of intercity bus service in Illinois, including where service should reach, why people do or do not ride the bus, what could be improved, and IDOT’s role in supporting service. A QR code is provided to take the survey. by @ridemtd

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19 days ago

Headed somewhere this weekend? ☀️🚧

With construction happening across the community, several MTD routes have temporary reroutes in place.

Before you ride, sign up for text or email alerts at mtd.org/account and check the latest reroute information at ride.mtd.org/reroutes. MTD bus with information about signing up for Service Alerts and viewing active reroutes. by @ridemtd

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24 days ago

Rise to the occasion 🥐

If you’re able, offer priority seating to riders who need it most. A small gesture can make a big difference in helping everyone ride comfortably.

➡️To learn more, visit the link in our bio! Cartoon croissant character standing in front of a bus “priority seating” sign, with text encouraging riders to give seats to people with mobility needs. by @ridemtd

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25 days ago

Choose your path. 🚌

It pays to have options. With the Token Transit app, fare capping automatically upgrades you to a Monthly Pass after $20 in rides or an Annual Pass after $60.

➡️Learn more at mtd.org/riding/fares-passes Cartoon meme showing a person at a fork in the road choosing between “Ride the bus all year” leading to a bright castle and “Fill up gas tank once” leading to a dark castle. Text at the bottom reads, “Me, with $60.” by @ridemtd

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MTD Time Machine 🕰️

Before digital cameras and instant uploads, moments like these lived on rolls of film.

From the driver's seat to the dispatch office, these vintage contact sheets preserve a collection of moments from years gone by and the people who helped shape MTD along the way.

Do you recognize any familiar faces? 📸🎞️ Black-and-white contact sheet featuring historic MTD employees in offices, transit facilities, and bus operator seats. by @ridemtd

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🚍🔧 No two days are the same for MTD technician Thomas McClellan. From routine maintenance and repairs to diagnosing hybrid systems and mentoring new team members, he’s built a career doing what he loves.

🏁 A graduate of Parkland’s Automotive Technology program, Thomas credits the skills, hands-on experience, and professional connections he gained along the way with helping prepare him for a rewarding career at @rideMTD. 💚 Thomas McClellan by @ridemtd

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Power your potential with Parkland x @RideMTD. 🚌💚🐍 by @ridemtd

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🚍📖 A little Instagram catch-up!

A slightly detoured reveal of our 2026-2027 Maps & Schedules cover here on Instagram because it's too sweet to keep in the archives.

Inspired by our Kindness is a Piece of Cake campaign, this year's cover transforms an everyday bus ride into a bakery on wheels, where kindness, community, and a little fun ride together. Familiar treats fill the seats but look closely and you'll spot the cherry on top: the debut of MTD's new 17 Cherry Route. 🍒

Just like a great dessert, every trip is made better by the people who share it. Whether it's offering a seat, greeting your driver, or helping a neighbor find their stop, small acts of kindness help make every ride a little sweeter.

We're excited to share more from our Courtesy Campaign in the weeks ahead!

After all, kindness is a piece of cake. 🍰 Cover of MTD’s 2026-2027 Maps & Schedules book featuring cartoon dessert characters riding a bus. A slice of cake stands in the aisle with a thumbs-up, surrounded by donuts, cupcakes, waffles, and other treats as part of the “Kindness is a Piece of Cake” theme. by @ridemtd

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