Planning Programs and Projects
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| Year Sort descending | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner | Budget | Funding Source(s) | Status | |||||||||
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| + | DuPage Phase I Community Circulators | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | DuPage Mayors & Managers | $170,151 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This study assessed and refined potential market areas identified in the DuPage Area Transit Plan (DATP) for circulator services and developed preliminary service specifications/characteristics. In addition, the study explored potential institutional arrangements that are a prerequisite to successful service deployment.
Circulator service designs were completed for four communities; Addison, Downers Grove, Lombard and Wheaton. Local task forces were formed to create an implementation plan for each community. Final implementation strategies were presented to each city council/village board with a resolution recommending financial and institutional commitment.
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Last Updated 08.08.2017 |
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| + | Mokena Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Mokena | $124,500 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project identified transit-oriented development opportunities for the downtown Mokena Metra Rock Island District station area.
Current Activities
After completing the plan in 2008 the Village has taken several implementation steps, including the establishment of a TIF District as well as instituting permit fee relief and grant programs
Mokena received a grant from the Federal Railroad Grade Protection Fund in April 2011 for signal improvements at the intersection of Wolf Road and the Metra tracks located just south of Front Street. This will help improve traffic movements across the Metra tracks at Wolf Road, as suggested in the Plan. Mokena was chosen as part of the 2012 RTA Community Planning Program of Projects for assistance connecting with development experts to discuss opportunities in the TOD study area. A panel of development experts met in November 2012 to discuss potential redevelopment opportunities in the TOD area and provide guidance and advice on ways the Village can attract development. A summary of this discussion can be found in the Study Documents. In recent years, (2) commercial projects were completed; 4,400 sq.ft 'Tribes Brewery' completed in May 2018, and 5,000 sq.ft 'Current Call Theater' completed in February 2017. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.16.2019 |
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| + | Naperville Circulator Implementation Plan | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Naperville | $82,043 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project developed service specifications, potential funding sources and a marketing plan for a local transit circulator system in Naperville, as recommended in the DuPage Area Transit Plan. The final report was approved by the Naperville City Council on July 17, 2009.
Current Activities
Naperville has been exploring strategic funding opportunities since completion of this project with support from the RTA and Pace.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.05.2016 |
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| + | Orland Park LaGrange Road Transit Improvement Plan | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Orland Park | $99,855 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project identified transit and pedestrian friendly improvements for development/redevelopment along the heavily used LaGrange Road Corridor. The study area consisted of LaGrange Road from 131st Street to Interstate 80.
Current Activities
This plan was completed in April 2010. A $106 million IDOT project that was launched in the summer of 2011 includes widening LaGrange Road to three lanes in each direction from 131st to 179th streets. Construction also included brick paver crosswalks in key locations, (the first-ever brick paver crosswalk crossing a Federal/State roadway in the State), along with new sidewalks, landscaping and extensive ornate aesthetic enhancements to enhance pedestrian access and safety to the Metra station.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2017 |
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| + | Justice Transit Improvement Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Justice | $67,410 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project, completed in 2007, assessed the market for improved transit service in the Village.
Current Activities
The Village of Justice has installed sidewalks along 79th Street from 88th Avenue to Roberts Road, and on Roberts Road from 79th Street to 87th Street. Two new bus shelters, four new benches, and two crosswalks have been added to improve access to Pace buses along 79th Street. Additionally, the Village has applied for Safe Routes to Schools funds for additional sidewalk improvements.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.14.2017 |
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| + | Buffalo Grove Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Buffalo Grove | $124,427 |
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Description
Through this study, the Village developed transit-oriented development plans for two locations along the Metra North Central Line: Deerfield Parkway at Commerce Court and Route 22 at Prairie. This study produced transit-oriented development plans for two Metra stations on the North Central Line in the Village of Buffalo Grove: Buffalo Grove and Prairie View. Current Activities
The study was completed in January 2007. The Village surveyed area employers within the station area in summer of 2010 to identify any needed revisions to Pace Bus Route #626, which serves the station. Upgrades were made to the route shortly after. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.28.2021 |
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| + | Villa Park Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Villa Park | $77,887 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This Station area plan focused on transit-oriented development opportunities and improving multi-modal access to the Village's commuter rail station on the Metra Union Pacific West Line. Current Activities
The study was completed in November 2006. In 2010, the Village was awarded $900,000 through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) for streetscape enhancements to Ardmore Avenue. In July 2021, the Village Board voted to approve a proposed $120 million mixed-use apartment building northwest of the Villa Park Metra station. The seven-story, 348-unit complex is to be located on 1.69 acres of a block bounded by East Vermont Street on the north, North Beverly Avenue on the east, West Terrace Street to the south and North Ardmore Avenue to the west and will feature first floor retail space. The developer broke ground on the project in 2022. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.09.2023 |
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| + | Elmwood Park Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Elmwood Park | $95,117 |
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Description
This project assessed current conditions and recommended improvements for the Elmwood Park station area located on the Metra Milwaukee District West Line. The plan identified transit supportive opportunities and addressed auto and pedestrian circulation issues. Current Activities
The study was completed in July 2006. In June 2021 the Village of Elmwood Park purchased the vacant lot at 7505 W. Grand Avenue, across from the Metra station, to facilitate future development. The RTA is monitoring progress and will provide technical assistance and support as needed. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.25.2022 |
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| + | Bellwood Transit Oriented-Development Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Bellwood | $103,855 |
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Description
This project produced a redevelopment plan that integrates transit-supportive land uses with Metra commuter rail service and Pace bus service along the St. Charles Road corridor.
Current Activities
The Plan was completed in April 2008.
In November 2013 the Village completed a Comprehensive Plan that includes recommendations for priority redevelopment sites in the TOD Area. Additionally, the Village was selected in 2014 to host a Developer Discussion Panel to solicit guidance and advice from ULI members on ways to attract investment along the St. Charles Road corridor; a summary report of this discussion can be found on the Bellwood Developer Discussion Panel RTAMS page. In early 2015, the RTA applied for CMAQ funds on behalf of the Village for pedestrian improvements along St. Charles Road as a selected project in the Access to Transit Improvement Program. A Single-Family Homes residential project, 'Randolph Estates' consisting of 12 units and 48 parking spaces began construction in September 2016 and was completed in December 2018. In addition, a 10,483 sq. ft medical clinic, 'Oak Street Health' began construction in March 2018 and was completed in July 2018. In early 2019 the Village was awarded Invest in Cook funds from Cook County Department of Transportation to complete St. Charles Road Sidewalk ADA Ramp Improvements. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 12.11.2019 |
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| + | Melrose Park Lake Street Transit Improvement Plan | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Melrose Park | $78,850 |
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Description
This project addressed transit and access improvements to support mixed use development along the Lake Street corridor from 9th Avenue to 25th Avenue. The corridor incorporates the adjacent Metra Union Pacific West Line and Pace bus routes.
Current Activities
The study was completed in January 2007. The RTA is monitoring progress and will offer implementation support as needed.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.28.2013 |
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