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Year Project Title Program Project Typesort descending Project Partner Budget Funding Source(s) Status
+ 2013 120V AC Outlets for Passenger Use Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Metra $900,000
  • RTA
  • Local
 In Progress

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Description

Metra customers are increasingly using portable electronic devices including handheld computers, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, e-readers, and many other devices that require charging. Metra has begun the roll out of installation of 120V AC outlets on some passenger cars already undergoing rehabilitation. This project would extend that installation to an additional 300 passenger cars. This would also allow for the uninterrupted use of such devices and their applications (such as Metra Mobile, potential future WIFI, and potential future mobile ticketing). Funding: 2010 ICE: $720,000

Current Activities

Metra is in process of installing 120V AC Outlets in rail cars as they are refurbished.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$720,000
Local
$180,000
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2013 Shuttle Bug Operations Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) $1,200,000
  • RTA
 In Progress

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Description

The RTA is in the process of executing a contract with the TMA of Lake-Cook to assist with the development and implementation of additional Shuttle Bugs throughout the region. Once potential routes are identified and developed in conjunction with the Service Boards, ICE funding will be combined with private sector financial contributions to fund the operation of the routes.

Funding:
2008 ICE: $636
2010 ICE: $254,606
2012 ICE: $944,758

Current Activities

The RTA Board approved this project at its December 18, 2013 meeting. The RTA, CTA, Metra, Pace, and TMA of Lake-Cook, based on their analysis of the markets for the Shuttle Bug service, are focusing on the Oak Brook, Downers Grove, and Rolling Meadows/Schaumburg areas. Employee surveying is completed in the Golf Road area and ongoing in Oak Brook and Downers Grove. Once the survey data is analyzed, the RTA, TMA of Lake Cook, CTA, Metra, and Pace will make a determination on where to pursue specific shuttle bug opportunities.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$1,200,000
Last Updated 11.08.2018
+ 2016 Origin - Destination Model Update and Survey Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) $500,000
  • RTA
 In Progress

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Description

Provide for the update of the Origin-Destination (OD) model working with the Planning and Ridership departments. CTA has been using the OD model for route planning and service allocation since 2008 to minimize crowding on buses and trains. Re-engineering the model will enable it to read and analyze data from Ventra. Implement a system wide Origin-Destination Passenger Survey - last done in FY 2007. Funding: 2016 ICE: $500,000

Current Activities

The project is currently underway.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$500,000
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2012 Bus Pad Installation Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Pace Suburban Bus $98,435
  • RTA
  • Local
 Completed

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Description

This project will support bus pad installations along Randall Road as part of the Route 801 service changes. Funding: 2008 ICE: $78,508

Current Activities

5 bus pads have been installed at the following locations: Randall/Rt 64, SW corner Randall/490 S of Oak Randall/465 N of Rt 64 Randall/Pamela, NW Randall/Gyorr, NE The project is completed.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$78,508
Local
$19,927
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2017 Luminous Platform Signs at Demonstration Locations Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Metra $550,000
  • RTA
 Programmed

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Provides for the design, fabrication, installation, and three years of warranty and maintenance of thin panel LED, luminous platform signs at up to six Metra stations. Also provides for training from Metra staff for the ongoing troubleshooting and operations of the new signs, and training of Metra staff and forces for the potential installation of future phases of luminous signs. Installation of hard-wired electrical power at all locations and potential electrical upgrades to electrical service and panel would is included as needed. Will install new photo-sensors and radar systems to trigger the brightening of otherwise dimly-lit signs upon train approach. Funding: 2017 ICE: $550,000

Current Activities

Project in planning

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$550,000
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2011 Milwaukee Avenue Transit Signal Priority Demonstration Project Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Pace Suburban Bus $317,929
  • RTA
  • Local
 In Progress

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This project will test the integration of transit signal priority technology that will allow CTA and Pace buses to interact with multiple types of traffic signal systems located on the same arterial. Funding: 2008 ICE: $254,343

Current Activities

In progress

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$254,343
Local
$63,586
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2015 Hybrid Fuel Vehicles Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Metra $1,003,419
  • RTA
 Completed

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Description

Funding for this project will enable the development of a vehicle replacement program that includes but is not limited to police cars, police SUVS, and other trucks that are used by the Mechanical Department. The less fuel-efficient cars, such as Crown Victoria's and Ford SUVS will be replaced with hybrid models. Funding: 2015 ICE: $1,003,419

Current Activities

This project is currently complete.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$1,003,419
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2012 Rail Traffic Control (RTC) Program Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Metra $50,590
  • RTA
  • Local
 Completed

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Description

The Rail Traffic Controller (RTC) program simulates train traffic over a rail network using a highly sophisticated dispatching system. Currently, all Class 1 railroads use the RTC program to eliminate unnecessary delays and improve the fluidity over their systems. The program will allow Metra to perform the same analysis and improve our scheduling process as compared to our current practices. The improved process will directly impact the overall customer experience by creating schedules that effectively take advantage of all aspects of Metra's rail network. RTC will also be used to help identify possible capital investments, aid in identifying areas of operation to maximize the use of the system, and enhance the overall customer experience. Funding: 2011 ICE: $40,472

Current Activities

Metra has purchased software for this project. Delivery and installation of the software was completed.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$40,472
Local
$10,118
Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ 2009 Dispatching with Mobile Computers and In-Vehicle Technology Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Rich Township $183,694
  • RTA
  • Local
 Completed

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Description

This project will deploy scheduling software in combination with a Global Positioning System (GPS) allowing for better trip coordination of Rich Township's dial-a-ride services.

Funding:
2008 ICE: $139,694

Current Activities

Rich Township completed the installation of scheduling software and hardware. The full system with the Global Positioning System (GPS) component of the project was deployed on April 2, 2011.

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$139,694
Local
$44,000
Last Updated 11.08.2018
+ 2018 Downtown Terminal Information Display Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) Capital Metra $952,500
  • RTA
 Programmed

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Description

This project will involve the installation of gate boards and big boards at downtown stations. The entire project will include up to 80 gate boards at the 5 downtown stations.

Current Activities

In planning stages

Funding Amounts by Source

Source Amount
RTA
$952,500
Last Updated 01.18.2023
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