Capital Projects

Regional Capital Program

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Capital programming is a core function of the RTA. RTA and the Service Boards have worked to articulate as well as advance a capital strategy for transit projects in the Chicagoland region.

Priority Projects have been identified by the Service Boards. These priority projects were defined in the Invest in Transit  Regional Transit Strategic Plan and are updated on an annual basis. This page shows details about the funding for each priority project.

The 2024-2028 5-Year Regional Capital Program includes over 250 projects that are advancing many of these Priority Projects. The capital projects are shown in the table below, organized by Priority Project and can also be seen in a mapped form on the RTA Capital Projects Dashboard. Each project listing shows the amount of funding programmed in the 2024-2028 Regional Capital Program. Beginning with the 2024-2028 Capital Program, projects are evaluated based on 15 measure which were identified in the new Regional Transit Strategic Plan, Transit is the Answer. All projects in the 2024-2028 program show the detailed evaluations in this site.

The metrics include evaluations of Equity and Accessibility which are used in the performance-based allocation process. The region has committed to dedicating 20% of programmed funds to projects that fulfill the regional goals of improving equity and accessibility for 2025 and beyond as a part of the new performance-based capital allocation process

The Service Boards have met and exceeded the 20% goal for the 2025-2028 budget years.

Detailed analysis of the capital evaluation metrics is included in the Regional Transit Operating Budget and Capital Program. 

Read more about RTA’s capital programming activities here.

Project Management Oversite (PMO) data is provided for projects that are being actively monitored by the PMO group. Data included current activities, start and end date and budget and schedule status. The following page has a full list of active PMO projects.

 

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Agency Priority Project Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding 10 Year Funding Needed 10 Year Unfunded Needsort descending
+ Pace Charging Infrastructure Bus $0 $0 $36,000,000 $36,000,000

Description:

Charging infrastructure at garages to charge electric buses, including power supply lines, charging station equipment, and backup generators .

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Charging Infrastructure Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Maintenance of existing building structures, systems, asphalt/concrete, etc. Charging infrastructure at North, North Shore, and Southwest Divisions.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,500,000
$0
$0
$5,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ North Division Garage Improvements Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

These funds will be used to prepare the North Garage for Electirc buses.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$10,181,017
$0
$0
$10,181,017

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Blue Line Forest Park Modernization - Phase 1 Rail $86,213,954 $86,213,954 $131,245,158 $45,031,204

Description:

Track improvements to address the most immediate critical track needs on the Forest Park Branch to enable its continued operation

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Forest Park: Phase 1 - Racine Station and Morgan Substation & Hermitage Traction Power Improvements Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $67,471,237 $67,471,237

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The CTA's Forest Park Blue Line Upgrades Project is the first of four phases of the Forest Park Branch. This project will provide for new trackwork from Halsted to IMD, an accessible station at Racine, advanced utility work, and a new substation and traction power equipment upgrades at Hermitage. This work will enhance service quality via speed, reliability, and comfort, and improve operational efficiency on the Forest Park Branch of CTA's rapid transit Blue Line service.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$62,780,000
$0
$62,780,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$4,691,237
$0
$4,691,237
Total
$0
$67,471,237
$0
$67,471,237

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$97,080,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jul 2021

End Date

Oct 2025

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The design for this project has been completed. A Notice to Proceed for construction has been issued in May 2023. The contractor is currently working on the required submittals.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Forest Park: Phase 1 - Advance Utility Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The CTA's Forest Park Blue Line Upgrades Project is the first of four phases of the Forest Park Branch.
This project will provide for new trackwork from Halsted to IMD, an accessible station at Racine,
advanced utility work, and a new substation and traction power equipment upgrades at Hermitage. This
work will enhance service quality via speed, reliability, and comfort, and improve operational efficiency on
the Forest Park Branch of CTA's rapid transit Blue Line service.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$3,396,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Aug 2021

End Date

Oct 2021

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The contractors for all four surveys completed their work during this reporting period and two are in final comments. Invoicing continues and all four contracts are considered to be in financial closeout. This will be the last update on this project.

Last Updated 01.10.2022
+ Forest Park: Phase 1 - Trackwork Halsted to IMD Track & Structure Rail $18,742,717 $18,742,717

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The CTA's Forest Park Blue Line Upgrades Project is the first of four phases of the Forest Park Branch. This project will provide for new trackwork from Halsted to Illinois Medical District (IMD), an accessible station at Racine, advanced utility work, and a new substation and traction power equipment upgrades at Hermitage. This work will enhance service quality via speed, reliability, and comfort, and improve operational efficiency on the Forest Park Branch of CTA's rapid transit Blue Line service.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$13,749,613
$0
$13,749,613
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$4,993,104
$0
$4,993,104
Total
$24,766,842
$18,742,717
$0
$43,509,559

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$158,423,800

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jun 2021

End Date

Mar 2024

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The design for this project has been completed. The Notice to Proceed for construction was issued in March 2023. The contractor is working on submittals and getting ready to mobilize for field work.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Pace Improve Support Facilities Bus $49,750,000 $188,492,000 $237,322,483 $48,830,483

Description:

Improvements to garage facilities including underground storage tanks

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Construct Salt Shed Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Pace is in need of a stand-alone storage solution and will construct a shed to store and secure up to 10
tons of bulk rock salt that is used during the winter season. The construction of the shed will be within the
footprint of Pace's parcel. This shed will allow for accessible use with Pace's skidsteer to load rock salt
onto the pickup trucks and distribute it on approximately more than 15,000 square yards of grounds
(parking lots and driveways), in addition to sidewalks, in a safe and more efficient manner. Currently

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$75,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Oct 2021

End Date

Mar 2023

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

A construction contract was awarded. There were some delays related to the Village code requirements and permits. All activities were completed during this reporting period and final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Fire Loop System Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replacement of underground loop, piping, valves, and pump for fire suppression.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,050,000
$0
$0
$2,050,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Headquarters Renovation Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $750,000 $16,750,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Paint and carpet replacement at Administrative Office in Arlington Heights. HQ is currently 2 floors of employees with the building capable of a 3rd floor structure. Adding a third floor we would incorporate high efficient heating and cooling with hospital grade filters update the colors and carpet and workspace on the first and second floor to match the third floor.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$750,000
$16,000,000
$16,750,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$750,000
$16,000,000
$16,750,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ North Division Electrification/Expansion Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $49,000,000 $77,600,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Renovation and expansion of North Division Garage located in Waukegan, including installation of charging capabilities for electric buses.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$49,000,000
$28,600,000
$77,600,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$49,000,000
$28,600,000
$77,600,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ North Shore Division Expansion Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

North Shore Division Expansion - A/E design and construction to renovate and expand Pace's North Shore Division bus garage.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$20,000,000
$0
$0
$20,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Southwest Division Electrification/Expansion Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $94,142,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The facilities will be built on a 22-acre site that is situated next door to Pace’s South
Division Garage in Markham and owned by Pace. The purpose of this project is to consolidate certain
operational functions currently operating at each garage into one location. This will improve productivity
and control costs by eliminating duplication. The original plan was to construct three separate buildings:
1) an Active Transit Management Center to accommodate Central Dispatching; 2) a new Central Stores

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$61,000,000
$61,000,000
State
$0
$0
$33,142,000
$33,142,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$94,142,000
$94,142,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Pulse Infrastructure System $1,464,000 $21,031,500 $84,525,000 $63,493,500

Description:

Enhance Pulse service

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Pulse 95th Street Design and Construction Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $1,464,000 $21,031,500

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Design and construction of stations of the Pulse 95th Rapid Transit Line. The project corridor is approximately 12.4 miles in length and runs east-west between the CTA Red Line 95th/Dan Ryan Station in Chicago and Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills primarily routed along 95th Street, as well as several other roadways in Bridgeview, Chicago Ridge, Hickory Hills, and Palos Hills.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$1,464,000
$15,654,000
$17,118,000
State
$0
$0
$3,913,500
$3,913,500
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,464,000
$19,567,500
$21,031,500

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Replacement Bus Purchase (1000 Series) - 600 Clean Diesel Buses Bus $98,442,904 $207,739,008 $274,459,219 $66,720,211

Description:

Ongoing need to replace buses as they age

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Replace Buses - Options to Purchase Up To 500 of 1,030 Rolling Stock Bus $98,442,904 $207,739,008

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The scope of this project will provide for the engineering, purchase, and inspection of fully accessible, air conditioned Clean Diesel buses; including a spare parts inventory. Engineering includes: development of specifications, pre-bid engineering meetings, onsite inspections of prospective bidders and/or their vendors’ plants, inspection of buses during production and acceptance of vehicles after delivery. 5 Year funds will continue funding stream for the Option(s) to replace up to 500 additional buses.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$77,567,904
$85,371,298
$162,939,202
State
$0
$20,875,000
$23,924,806
$44,799,806
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$49,858,165
$98,442,904
$109,296,104
$257,597,173

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$355,437,001

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2020

End Date

Sep 2025

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

All 100 buses from the base order have been delivered and placed in service. Under Option 1, 63 of the 100 buses have arrived at CTA and 43 have been placed in service. All 100 buses are expected to be delivered by June 1. CTA has also exercised Option 2 for an additional 100 buses. The production of vehicles under Option 2 is expected to begin in June.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Pace Improve Passenger Facilities - Transportation Centers Bus $5,400,000 $5,400,000 $72,550,000 $67,150,000

Description:

Improvements to Transportation and Transfer Facilities

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Harvey Transportation Center - Pace Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $5,400,000 $5,400,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Pace is partnering with Metra, the City of Harvey, and IDOT with the intent to move the transportation center and combine it with the Metra station.

The elements of the construction may include pavement, lighting, platforms, shelters, restrooms, structures and systems and may have a taxi release area to create a multimodal facility.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$5,400,000
$0
$5,400,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$25,450,000
$5,400,000
$0
$30,850,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Improve Passenger Facilities Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Improve Passenger Facilities - Fabrication of a new Ventra machine for the O'Hare multimodal facility in 2021. Future renovations are being evaluated for Burr Ridge & Hillside Park-n-Rides, Chicago Heights Transfer Center, Riverdale Bus Turnaround, and Gurnee Mills Transportation Center.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$120,000
$0
$0
$120,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Joliet Gateway Center - Bus Stop Improvements Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The City of Joliet is redeveloping the existing publicly owned Joliet Union Depot and nearby public
properties as a Multi-Modal Transportation Center to be owned by the City. As part of this redevelopment
the City of Joliet has partnered with Pace to construct a new Bus Station and turn-around for public and
inter-city transit which will include parking improvements and the construction of new vehicular and
pedestrian access and circulation system. The new Bus Station is south of New Street, north of Marion

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$9,509,500

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Feb 2021

End Date

Jun 2022

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The City of Joliet and Pace entered into an Intergovernmental Grant Agreement for this project. The overall Joliet Gateway Terminal project is being managed by the City of Joliet. The City of Joliet prepared 100% design and bid the larger Intermodal Transportation Project, of which the Bus Turnaround Component is a part of. A construction contract was awarded, notice to proceed was issued in February, and construction began in March. Substantial completion and beneficial occupancy for the depot building was achieved in December 2021, after a walk‐through inspection of depot building. The Scott Street pedestrian tunnel was completed in April 2022. Punch list items on building, passenger platforms and site landscaping were completed in June 2022.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Pace Fixed Route Buses - Replacement Bus $0 $9,750,000 $79,300,000 $69,550,000

Description:

Replacement of buses reaching useful life

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Fixed Route CNG Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replacement CNG buses - Pace plans to replace 115 diesel buses with 40' Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for the future Northwest Division garage in Wheeling, currently being designed as a CNG fueling facility.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$28,050,000
$0
$0
$28,050,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Fixed Route Coach Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $9,750,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Coach Buses - Pace plans to replace 13 40' diesel coach buses, including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for the I-55 Bus on Shoulder service.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$9,750,000
$9,750,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$9,750,000
$9,750,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Purchase 30' Diesel Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project is a new contract awarded in September 2019 for a new five‐year
indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract for 30’ low floor diesel buses. The
minimum quantity to be purchased under this contract is 67 buses and the total
number of buses procured will not exceed the maximum amount of 164.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$80,261,908

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Sep 2019

End Date

Sep 2024

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

A total of 67 buses have been ordered to date. The first order consisted of 23 buses, all of which are in service. These were delayed due to the COVID-19 crisis. The second order consisted of 44 buses. All of the buses under the second order were received, with the final bus delivered in February 2023. The buses service the areas currently serviced by Fox Valley and Batavia.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Purchase 40' Diesel Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replacement diesel buses (40') - Pace plans to replace 78 diesel buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections).

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$41,786,531

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jun 2019

End Date

Nov 2020

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

Pace placed an order for the delivery of a total of 85 buses. To date, all 85 buses have been received and are in service. The buses are expected to service the routes currently serviced by West Division. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 07.10.2021
+ Purchase 40' Low-Floor CNG Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Pace will purchase 40FT CNG Buses.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$75,896,625

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2022

End Date

Mar 2027

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

Pace awarded a new contract for the purchase of additional vehicles in March 2022. The first order was a quantity of 47 CNG buses. The production of these vehicles has been put on hold during this reporting period. A portion of these vehicles will be utilized at the Northwest Wheeling Garage, which is an ongoing project. As Pace establishes a construction schedule for the Wheeling Garage, a production scheduled will be developed for the order of 47 buses.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ CTA Non-Revenue Vehicle Replacement Program System $2,494,359 $10,944,359 $81,741,905 $70,797,546

Description:

Replacement of vehicles needed for maintenance and operations support

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles Program Support Facilities & Equipment System $1,269,359 $7,269,359

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

CTA plans to invest funds annually to fund the phased replacement of aged equipment and vehicles used by CTA maintenance groups that include Bus, Rail, Power & Way, and Facilities.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$1,269,359
$6,000,000
$7,269,359
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,269,359
$6,000,000
$7,269,359

Last Updated 05.18.2023
+ Non-Revenue Utility Vehicle Replacement Support Facilities & Equipment System $1,225,000 $3,675,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Heavy-Duty Vehicles to support routine infrastructure maintenance, emergency repairs, and recovery operations.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$1,225,000
$2,450,000
$3,675,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,225,000
$1,225,000
$2,450,000
$4,900,000

Last Updated 05.18.2023
+ Non-Revenue Vehicles - Diesel Locomotives Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles (Diesel Locomotives): Funding will provide for the replacement of CTA's diesel locomotive snow fighters. The self-propelled locomotives with special attachments to remove snow and ice during severe winter weather conditions are able to operate and clear system track, so that CTA can safely power up the system to restore/provide service. When traction power is down, this equipment will also be used to move rolling stock to secure locations.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,333,095
$0
$0
$3,333,095

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$22,731,013

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Aug 2020

End Date

May 2024

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The structural design was approved by the CTA. The project is in full production mode and the contractor managed to start the first engine skid during this reporting period. The first locomotive is beginning the final assembly including all of the wiring, hoses, connection plates, and controls between various parts. CTA and the contractor are coordinating a site visit for when the load testing will be performed by the contractor. If the load test passes, the contractor will commission vehicle #1 and continue the assembly of the remaining vehicles.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ CTA Information Technology Rail $8,661,703 $49,261,703 $124,100,000 $74,838,297

Description:

Improvement of business processes and systems

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Implement Security Projects - HLS Program Support Facilities & Equipment System $6,000,000 $30,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Implement Security Projects (HLS Program):

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$6,000,000
$24,000,000
$30,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$647,520
$6,000,000
$24,000,000
$30,647,520

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Information Technology - Bus Router Replacements (MP070's) Miscellaneous Bus $0 $4,200,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the bus routers to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2024 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide the CTA transit buses entirely new communications router and management platform by transitioning to

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,200,000
$4,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,200,000
$4,200,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Information Technology - Hastus Upgrade Miscellaneous System $0 $1,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The purpose of this project is to upgrade to Hastus Version 2022 (or later) to ensure bus and rail scheduling utilizes the advanced scheduling tools Hastus provides to provide 24/7 transit service to CTA riders. This scheduling software utilizes customized rules based on CTA's union rules and also current transit industry trends. Target October 2022 to have hardware in place and start software upgrade project. The current Hastus contract with vendor GIRO requires CTA to begin the update project in Oct 2022 by providing a notice to proceed order in Q4 2022.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Information Technology - IVN3/IVN4 Replacement Miscellaneous Bus $861,703 $8,061,703

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the IVNs (Intelligent Vehicle Network) computer system on bus to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2023 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide a technology refresh cycle all IVN (Intelligence Vehicle Network)computers on board the CTA Bus Fleet currently active in the Bus transportation field operations with new IVN5 models.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$7,200,000
$7,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$861,703
$0
$861,703
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$861,703
$7,200,000
$8,061,703

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Information Technology - MMIMS Upgrade Miscellaneous System $0 $2,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The MMIS application is used for managing repairs and issuing parts to the CTA Bus and Rail fleet. The last upgrade of this application started in 2016 with target completion of 2018. By 2022, this version of the MMIS product will no longer be supported by Trapeze, the vendor of the MMIS application. This request is for the next anticipated major upgrade for this mission critical software.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Information Technology - Technology Upgrades Rail Engineering & Maintenance Rolling Stock Rail $100,000 $300,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Various Technology upgrades, such as: Replace RETS engineer computers with ones similar to Infrastructure Engineering at 567 be able to run CAD including using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Polyworks). Needed for new car programs for which vendors increasingly are providing files in these formats. Improve Skokie server capacity for storage of larger files related to new car/overhaul programs, incident investigations.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Information Technology - TOPS Upgrade II Miscellaneous System $0 $1,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Rail Station Video Management Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project identifies needs for the complete upgrade and cyber security mitigation of CTA’s CCTV video management system across the rail system. Recent cyber security threat and vulnerability assessment (TVA) findings determined the existing video system has significant cyber vulnerabilities with the operating systems, is beyond useful life and is no longer supported. It is necessary to upgrade the video capture and storage infrastructure at over 200 rail facilities.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,913,000
$0
$0
$4,913,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Transit Cyber Security Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project calls for the implementation of a comprehensive Transit Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation Project within the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). Project will include the upgrade, modernization, and hardening of CTA’s core firewall and network infrastructure, adding cyber security tools and services to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from and against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,912,000
$0
$0
$3,912,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Upgrade Computer Systems - (TOPS, Enterprise Systems) Miscellaneous System $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,700,000
$0
$0
$1,700,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Upgrade Office Computer Systems Miscellaneous System $1,700,000 $1,700,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Funding will provide for the hardware needed for any business-requested upgrades to major IT applications, which may include but not be limited to MMIS, Filemaker Pro, Hyperion, and QuickTrack. This project will also provide for the continued upgrade/replacement of desktop computers, printers servers, software, and associated peripherals.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$1,700,000
$0
$1,700,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,700,000
$0
$1,700,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Systemwide Station Program Rail $24,536,026 $65,104,655 $140,877,056 $75,772,401

Description:

Station upgrades, modernization and accessibility improvements

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ 43rd Street Station Green Line - Improvements Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project will revise an exit only stair to reduce the street level footprint and make other aesthetic and state-of-good repair upgrades to coordinate with an upcoming new adjacent development.
Creates a Green Line TOD project at 43rd Station in Southeast side of the City and provides for an enhanced environment to sustain the redevelopment occurring within the neighborhood.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$12,000,000
$0
$0
$12,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Central Station (Purple Line) - Stair Replacement Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replace Central Station stairway, in Evanston, which include risers, treads, stair stringers, handrails, guardrails, canopies and enclosures.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,414,066
$0
$0
$2,414,066

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Clark and Lake Stair Replacement Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replace stairs at mezzanine level at Blue Line Clark and Lake Station.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$650,000
$0
$0
$650,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Cottage Grove Station Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

CTA has partnered with the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) to revitalize the southeast
corner of 63rd Street and Cottage Grove Avenue with a new multi-use office/retail space, which will
contain a new Cottage Grove station house. Overall the general design concept relocates the Cottage
Grove station house within POAH's new Woodlawn Crossing mixed-use development at the southeast
corner of 63rd Street and Cottage Grove Avenue, while the existing platforms and other related rail

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$76,447,966

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2021

End Date

May 2026

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

A contract has been awarded in January 2021 and CTA has issued a notice to proceed. The 60% design has been completed. Negotiations with POAH and City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (CDPD) on final design for building where station entrance will be located are ongoing. POAH procured their own designer to support this project. Design is currently on hold until an agreement is reached with POAH and CDPD. CTA is exploring the option to continue design on the structural and track component of the project, as this work will be done by CTA internal forces.

Last Updated 06.22.2023
+ Irving Park Station - Escalator and Canopy Replacement Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Platform canopies and escalators will be replaced at Irving Park station on the O'Hare Blue Line. This project will address safety and state of good repair needs by replacing the worn and damaged platform
canopies at this station. Platform canopies that are in a state of disrepair allow water infiltration, which can cause damage to additional building materials and equipment and pose a safety risk to both

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$14,782,125

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2021

End Date

Aug 2022

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

The construction work has been completed. The escalators have been installed and the canopy work has reached substantial completion. Activities on final punch list items are ongoing. The project is in the close out phase.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Loyola Station Red Line - Stair and Elevator Replacement Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $2,500,000 $2,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project will reconstruct or replace the existing cast-in-place concrete stairs that go from the main stationhouse to the elevated platform. Additionally, the traction elevator will be fully replaced with all new components including cab, platform, cables, motor, and controller.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$2,500,000
$0
$2,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,500,000
$2,500,000
$0
$4,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Park & Ride Improvements Stations & Passenger Facilities System $1,500,000 $1,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Capital maintenance work is necessary to improve or maintain parking lots at a SOGR. Renewal work for priority locations includes concrete structure restoration, surface paving, curb and sidewalk, drainage systems, and installation of parking machines.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$1,500,000
$0
$1,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,500,000
$0
$1,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Public Address Communication Modernization & Upgrade Electrical, Signal & Communications Rail $0 $12,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project will provide for the comprehensive overhaul of CTA's Public Address System to upgrade the Authority's PA system from antiquated and obsolete technology to modern digital technology with disaster recovery/business continuity solutions, increased capacity, and compliance with NFPA 130. The PA system upgrade will include the upgrade/replacement of the master head-end system at the Control Center and Backup Control Center, and remote systems at each rail station, with ancillary physical infrastructure.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$12,000,000
$12,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$12,000,000
$12,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Quincy Loop Station Upgrade Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

The purpose of this project is make improvements to the historic Quincy Loop station, including the addition of two elevators to make this station accessible. In addition, this project will repair, repaint and refinish interior elements throughout the stationhouse, and will also paint the exterior of the stationhouse. Lighting will be upgraded and the canopy roof will be repaired where necessary.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$731,332
$0
$0
$731,332

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Rail Station Communications Infrastructure Modernization Electrical, Signal & Communications Rail $0 $10,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project will provide for the comprehensive rehabilitation, overhaul, and expansion of communications infrastructure at all CTA rail stations to support new and modern technologies for customer facing as well as life safety functions. The rail station communications infrastructure upgrade will include the upgrade/rehabilitaion/expansion of communications infrasturcture at each rail station, including but not limted to conduit, cabling, power sources, networking, HVAC, grounding, and other ancillary physical infrastructure.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$10,000,000
$10,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$10,000,000
$10,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Refresh and Renew Program Expansion Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $3,000,000 $12,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Provides a heavy investment in refreshing stations and facilities every five years to promote safety, security and longevity to all CTA facilities including, but not limited to Rail Stations and Platforms, Bus Garages and Rail Shops across the system.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$3,000,000
$9,000,000
$12,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$3,000,000
$9,000,000
$15,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Rehabilitate Rail Stations - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $2,336,026 $2,336,026

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Rehabilitate Rail Stations Systemwide
- Rail Stations Program would provide an annual appropriation for much-needed rehabilitation and modernization work at existing CTA rail stations. In addition, Infrastructure’s Rail Stations Program funds could be re-appropriated to support other critical needs at rail stations as they arise and implementation of systemwide projects can be scaled dependent on funding and locations.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$2,336,026
$0
$2,336,026
Total
$5,925,000
$2,336,026
$0
$8,261,026

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Rehabilitate Rail Stations -95th Terminal Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This new job order will support the final change order for the construction firm, including the removal of several underground storage tanks near the terminal.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$625,384
$0
$0
$625,384

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Security Camera Modernization and Upgrade Electrical, Signal & Communications System $2,000,000 $11,568,629

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project will provide for the comprehensive overhaul of CTA's CCTV Security Camera Video System to upgrade the Authority's camera and video management system and communications transport system from antiquated and obsolete technology to modern high-speed technology with disaster recovery/business continuity solutions, increased capacity, and inter-operability with City of Chicago OEMC.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$2,000,000
$9,568,629
$11,568,629
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,000,000
$9,568,629
$11,568,629

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Station Security Enhancements Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Station Security Enhancements Systemwide
(Safe and Secure) Initiative invests $15 million to provide for enhancements to be made to stations that include lighting, repairs, and other improvements. This multiple year effort is expected to touch over 100 stations throughout the system

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$0
$0
$3,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Systemwide Security Cameras Improvements (Safe & Secure) Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Systemwide Security Cameras Improvements (Safe & Secure):
Systemwide Security Cameras Safe and Secure investment of $18.0 M will add 1,000 new cameras and upgrade more than 3,800 older-model cameras throughout the system, including adding additional camera coverage to CTA-owned bus turnarounds and add monitors at all 146 CTA kiosks.

$5M Modernize cameras
$1M Install monitors at all kiosks
$4M Install cameras at all CTA owned bus turnarounds
$8M Maintain cameras in state of the art condition

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,707,200
$0
$0
$4,707,200

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Western Station Brown Line - Reconstruction Stations & Passenger Facilities Rail $13,200,000 $13,200,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Rehabilitation required at this station that was not part of the Brown Line Reconstruction project and has older elevators that are part of the ASAP program on replacing existing elevators.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

Funding Amounts by Source:

*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table
Source Previous Funding* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$13,200,000
$0
$13,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$16,800,000
$13,200,000
$0
$30,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
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