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| + | 2018 | GPS Train Tracker | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $3,000,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project will replace Metra's train tracking, passenger information, and passenger counting systems with a new, unified system. The new systems will maintain the necessary current functions of the existing separate systems while potentially adding video surveillance and customer information displays. Current ActivitiesFunding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2015 | Passenger Information: Signs and Announcements | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $2,725,800 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionFunding will allow for more timely information on arriving trains and allow for improvements including digital LCD displays and automated announcements. The displays could show train(s) arriving in the station, estimated time of arrival, stops made by the train, and any service alerts that may influence service. The screens would be connected to a server via a direct network that could push e-alerts, real time tracker information, advertising and other information to the screens to inform Metra customers. Funding: 2015 ICE: $2,725,800 Current ActivitiesThe project is currently underway. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Maintenance Management Information System: Modules and Upgrade Project | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $2,688,221 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThe MMIS Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Facilities Project focuses on expanding the existing MMIS to encompass facilities. Facilities management data will seamlessly be integrated with the rolling stock data in CTA's MMIS. This expanded MMIS will support the activities of several CTA Departments. A pilot demonstration will also be included to test the use of a mobile device that will allow work-order information to be updated in the field. Funding: 2008 ICE: $189,349 2011 ICE: $1,961,228 Current ActivitiesIn progress Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Real Time Signage | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Pace Suburban Bus | $2,563,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project includes the purchase and installation of real-time next-bus signs for shelters and transit centers in Pace's service area. The project will have interagency real time information on signs located at stops that serve CTA and/or Metra customers. Funding: 2010 ICE: $640,000 2012 ICE: $640,000 Current ActivitiesInstallation is in progress throughout the system. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2016 | Mobile Application Support Activities | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $2,500,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project includes but is not limited to the development, testing, and deployment of future phases of the mobile application, which will enhance the functionality of the application such as a trip-planning component, on-board personal handheld devices that would be used by Metra, and print from home features to allow customers to print Metra tickets that are purchased through the mobile application. Funding: 2016 ICE: $2,500,000 Current ActivitiesThe project is in planning stages. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Blue Island/Vermont Street Interagency Transfer Improvements | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $2,500,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThe Blue Island Vermont Street Station is a hub of interagency transfer activity between Metra, Pace, and CTA. Transit service in this station area is provided by four Pace bus routes (348, 349, 359, and 385) and three Metra lines or branches (Metra Electric Blue Island Branch, Rock Island District Beverly Branch, and Rock Island district Main Line). Improvements to the Blue Island, Vermont Street Interagency Transfer Station would include additional interagency signage at multiple locations, including both Metra stations. Funding: 2010 ICE: $560,000 2012 ICE: $1,440,000 Current ActivitiesDesign work is in review with construction expected to begin in 2019. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Customer Information Displays | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $2,500,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project will support the CTA's effort to install Digital Customer Information Displays and non-digital customer focused information throughout the system. Digital displays provide real time bus tracker and/or train tracker information as appropriate, system status updates and CTA customer alerts. These are interspersed with paid advertisements, time and weather information. The paid advertisements support the operation of the displays and provide a source of revenue to CTA. Funding: 2010 ICE: $1,080,000 2012 ICE: $920,000 Current ActivitiesInstallation of the information displays began in October 2013. Installation is complete. DIGITAL PLATFORM DISPLAYS STATION LINE # OF SCREENS DIGITAL URBAN PANELS STATION LINE SCREEN COUNT Chicago Red 2 Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2015 | Ventra Implementation Improvements | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $2,378,400 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionFunds will be used for the development and deployment of the Ventra Mobile Application and to provide improvements to the Ventra system such as the Express Menu on Ventra vending machines. The mobile application, for use on smartphones, will enhance the customer experience by providing an application to manage Ventra accounts, purchase fare products, receive account alerts, gain scheduling and trip planning information, interact with customer service and purchase tickets. In addition, the Express Menu on Ventra vending machines will allow customers to quickly purchase a Single-ride ticket or Pass products. Funding: 2015 ICE: $2,378,400 Current ActivitiesProject is underway. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2015 | Pace Service Enhancements 2015 | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Operating | Pace Suburban Bus | $2,133,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionFunds directed for these service enhancements involve over 14 routes that improve coordination, schedule adherence and on-time performance. Funding: 2015 ICE: $2,133,000 Current ActivitiesComplete Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Regional Transit Fare System Program Management and Systems Integration | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $2,000,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project will allow Metra to select a fare systems management expert to serve in a program management oversight and systems integrator role. This expert would have a strong background in implementing other transit fare technologies and/or systems at various transit peer agencies, relationships with the banking industry, and expertise in the various technologies that Metra is considering. Funding: 2012 ICE: $1,600,000 Current ActivitiesMetra is currently evaluating fare system options. The scope for this project will be refined as Metra evaluates fare collection options. Funding Amounts by Source
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