How are truck routes designated?
The City has the ability to designate truck routes on city roadways only. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Kane County Division of Transportation designate truck routes on their respective roadway systems. The City, for example, cannot ban trucks on IL 64 to improve traffic congestion, as this is roadway falls under the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Transportation.
The City has the ability to designate truck routes on city roadways only. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Kane County Division of Transportation designate truck routes on their respective roadway systems. The City, for example, cannot ban trucks on IL 64 to improve traffic congestion, as this is the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Transportation. Will public transportation be an alternative for the future? Most people are familiar with the existing METRA rail system south of St. Charles. Bus service is also available on routes 801 from Elgin and 802 from Aurora. These routes stop at Charlestowne Mall, the east side industrial park, Main Street and Randall Road. Dial-A-Ride is also available for seniors or those with special needs, offering discounted trips from their door to any location within St. Charles, Geneva or Geneva Township. These services are part of the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). An expansion of the system would be related to ridership
