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| Year | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner | Budget Sort descending | Funding Source(s) | Status | |||||||
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| + | Operation to Enhance Disabled, Senior, and Regular Transportation in Rural Communities '10 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Washington Township | $46,500 |
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Not Available Description
This dial-a-ride service expanded from a two day a week operation to five days a week. The service provides general purpose transportation within Washington Township and medical trips beyond the Township. In addition to providing increased service for the disabled and senior populations, eligible participants are able to obtain same day service.
Current Activities
This project is complete.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2019 |
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| + | Harvard Pace Route Access Improvements - Marengo Rd and Ayer St. - Phase I | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Harvard | $47,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project completed Phase I engineering necessary for future pedestrian access improvements along US Rte. 14, IL Route. 173, Marengo Road, and Ayer Street. The future improvements will include new sidewalks, ADA improvements, crosswalks, and a Pace Bus shelter. These improvements will better connect residents to the Harvard Metra Station and the Pace Bus Route 808. Current Activities
Phase I Engineering Complete and the RTA awarded Harvard funding for Phase II engineering and construction in 2023. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.09.2024 |
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| + | Riverdale 138th Street Station Planning Study | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Riverdale | $48,500 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The Riverdale 138th Street Station Planning Study identified redevelopment opportunities in the station area as well as recommended improvements that would compliment revitalization efforts. Among the recommended transit facility improvements were new lighting, sidewalks, and viaduct improvements at the station entrance. A circulation and streetscape plan for the station area and design criteria for the recommended redevelopment were also produced.
Current Activities
The study was completed in December 2001. RTA staff will continue to reach out to Village staff and offer any assistance needed for implementation of the plan.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2017 |
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| + | Sauk Village Pace Route Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Sauk Village | $50,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project will fund Phase I engineering necessary for sidewalk, crosswalk, and other intersection improvements along Sauk Trail and Torrence Avenue. Future improvements will fill sidewalk gaps and make ADA and safety related improvements at key intersections along Pace Bus Route 358. Current Activities
Phase I Engineering consultant has been selected and work is underway. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.19.2023 |
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| + | Berkeley Pace Route Access Improvements Phase I | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Berkeley | $50,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project funded Phase I engineering necessary for future sidewalk network improvements that will provide access from residential neighborhoods south of St. Charles Road to Pace Bus Route 313. Engineering was completed for sidewalk gaps along Lee Boulevard, Morris Avenue, Rohde Avenue, Spencer Avenue, and Jerele Boulevard. Current Activities
Phase I engineering activities are complete and the RTA awarded Phase II and Construction funding in late 2023. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.03.2024 |
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| + | University Park Metra Station Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | University Park | $50,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project will fund Phase I engineering needed for a side path that will connect the University Park Metra Station to the I-57 Industrial Corridor. This project will complete a multimodal connection between transit and a growing employment center, making it easier and more safe for workers to access jobs via transit. Current Activities
Project is complete Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.19.2023 |
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| + | Orland Park Transit-Oriented Development Planning Study | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Orland Park | $50,000 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The Village of Orland Park Transit-Oriented Development Planning Study developed a conceptual plan to facilitate mixed-use development in the Metra 143rd Street station area. The plan thematically ties the station area to Orland Park's historic district, south of 143rd Street. Recommendations included a mix of land uses, including housing, shops and offices surrounding a new 143rd Street Metra station. The plan also included a recommendation for the relocation of the commuter rail station to the north and east of its current location to mitigate access and circulation problems at the original station site. The study was completed in November 2000.
Current Activities
Orland Park constructed and opened a new Metra station at 143rd Street in April 2007. Service was also doubled on the SW Service line at the same time and saw a 20% increase in ridership. The Village also updated their zoning ordinance to include transit-supportive regulations. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.13.2024 |
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| + | CTA Rail Station Guides for CTA Customers Who are Blind or Visually Impaired | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Mobility Management | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $53,055 |
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Not Available Description
Guides to rail stations and accessible routes for CTA customers who are blind or have a visual impairment will be produced by this project. The guides to CTA's rail stations will be produced in Braille, plain text, and audio files. The plain text and audio files will be available on CTA's website.
Current Activities
The CTA and the Lighthouse for the Blind have agreed on the common description for the stations. The first stations that are under review are on the Pink and Orange Lines.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.07.2017 |
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| + | Ford Heights Pace Route Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Ford Heights | $53,628 |
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Not Available Description
The RTA has awarded $53,628 to the Village of Ford Heights for Phase I engineering needed to improve the sidewalk network, add concrete pads to select bus stops, and install ADA-compliant crosswalks at key intersections surrounding the Pace Route 357. The bus route runs through the center of the village and forms a loop around the future 60-acre mixed-use New Town Center development. There are currently significant gaps in the sidewalk network that connects these surrounding areas with bus stops, and most crosswalks in the area are faded and are not ADA-compliant. Current Activities
Phase I Engineering has been completed and approved by IDOT. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 03.29.2024 |
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| + | Harvey Pace Route Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Harvey | $55,000 |
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Description
The RTA has awarded $55,000 to the City of Harvey to complete Phase I engineering required for improvements along Broadway Avenue in downtown Harvey. The project will include transit access improvements such as bus shelters, pedestrian improvements including ADA-compliant intersections, and new roadway bike facilities. These improvements will better provide for a multi-modal downtown Harvey and will connect the new Pace Harvey Transportation Center with Broadway Avenue. Current Activities
Phase I Engineering is underway and expected to be completed in March 2025. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 04.26.2024 |
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