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Published: Wednesday, May 05, 2010
CHICAGO — Metra Executive Director Phil Pagano has been asked to stay in the six-county Chicago region while outside special counsel investigates his activities, the Chicago Tribune has reported. Pagano, who's currently on administrative leave, is also barred from conducting any business on behalf of the commuter line or having any work-related contact with Metra employees.

Metra suspended Pagano Friday, saying it's conducting an investigation into "serious official misconduct." Metra Chairwoman Carole Doris launched the inquiry last week following a report that Pagano received an unauthorized $56,000 bonus.

Pagano's leave extends to at least May 14, the date of the next Metra board meeting.

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Published: Friday, May 07, 2010
CHICAGO - Metra's executive director, Phil Pagano, died today after being hit by a Metra commuter train in suburban McHenry County, Fox Chicago has reported. His death comes the same day the Metra board was to meet to investigate allegations that Pagano had received an improper bonus.

Pagano has been on administrative leave since last week, when the Metra board chairman announced a probe into the allegations.

Pagano had served as executive director of the rail system for 20 years.