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| + | 2009 | PACE ADA / Paratranist Operations | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Operating | Pace Suburban Bus | $11,874,621 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionOperating Assistance for Paratransit and ADA Service in 2009-2011 Funding: 2009 ICE: $4,101,236 2010 ICE: $1,225,005 2011 ICE: $6,548,380 Current ActivitiesComplete 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 | Paratransit Command Center | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Pace Suburban Bus | $340,809 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionPace will use the ICE funds to develop a Command Center which will utilize technologies to more aggressively monitor/oversee the delivery of services by the twelve different regional ADA/dial-a-ride contract providers. Having this center will give Pace a technological advantage in undertaking additional oversight to improve service and efficiency. Pace also is installing Interactive Voice Response (IVR) technology for trip notifications, web-based technology for trip cancellations and confirmations, and Opti-Run technology to maximize the efficiency of the run structures. Funding: 2011 ICE: $272,647 Current ActivitiesProject is complete. Funding 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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| + | 2016 | Platform Heating Technology | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $742,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis is a demonstration project for the installation of a heated platform technology for snow removal. Metra will identify locations to test the technology with a variety of existing platform materials. In these various tests, Metra will be looking to determine which platform materials best accept heat, evenly distribute the heat across the entire platform, and efficiently use energy to provide the heat. FY 2016 ICE funds will be used for this project element. Funding: 2016 ICE: $742,000 Current ActivitiesThe project is currently underway. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Rail Traffic Control (RTC) Program | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $50,590 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThe 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 ActivitiesMetra has purchased software for this project. Delivery and installation of the software was completed. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Real Time Interface for Train Tracker | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Metra | $80,000 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThe Metra real time train tracker will consist of several updates to the current browser and mobile web sites. The updates include the addition of location derived train times displayed to the end users. Funding: 2008 ICE: $64,000 Current ActivitiesMetra's train tracker system was deployed in July 2012. Funding Amounts by Source
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| + | 2012 | Real Time Link to Schedules and Next Bus | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Pace Suburban Bus | $75,699 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionThis project will develop and use Quick Response (QR) codes to link to schedules and next bus information. This location specific information will provide real-time schedule and next bus information to customers via smartphones. Funding: 2008 ICE: $60,559 Current ActivitiesThe project is complete. 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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| + | 2009 | Real-Time Arrival Information for Bus Stop Signs | Innovation, Coordination, and Enhancement (ICE) | Capital | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $6,621,216 |
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PROJECT DETAILSRelated ReportsOther ResourcesDescriptionInstallation of automated signs with real time bus arrival information located at transfer locations throughout the CTA service area. Funding: Current ActivitiesThe first screen was installed at Lake Park/Hyde Park. CTA calls for installing 5-10 screens a week commencing in October 2011. Additional funds were awarded to continue this project at RTA's December 2013 Board meeting. Please visit the City of Chicago's website for locations. https://data.cityofchicago.org/Transportation/CTA-System-Information-Map... Funding Amounts by Source
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