Planning Programs and Projects
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+ | Chicago Washington Park 63rd Street Corridor TOD Study | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Chicago | $149,979 |
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Description
This project created a transit access improvement and transit-oriented development (TOD) plan for the 63rd Street Corridor in Chicago's Washington Park Neighborhood between the Cottage Grove Green Line station on the east and the King Drive Green Line station on the west. The plan outlines land use development concepts, design guidelines, and implementation strategies for access improvements and TOD along the corridor that will help maximize the existing transit investments within the neighborhood, including CTA bus routes (Route 63, which ranks ninth in overall bus ridership for the CTA) and rail services. The plan serves as a guide to enhance development, increase transit ridership and expand housing and economic development opportunities in the neighborhood. Current Activities
This study is being used by City staff and elected officials to guide transit access improvements and land use development along the corridor. A significant amount of development has been occurring near the station. Visit our Story Map for details Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 07.28.2021 |
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+ | South Chicago Heights Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | South Chicago Heights | $99,655 |
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Description
The study will address the redevelopment of parcels of land surrounding the proposed new SES transit station off of Sauk Road. The study will investigate the appropriate mix of residential and commercial uses within the station area and identify wayfinding, access and streetscape improvements.
Current Activities
The final plan was adopted by the Village Board on September 8, 2009 and the Village acquired property for the proposed station on the SES Line.
In 2010, Metra completed the Alternatives Analysis for the proposed SouthEast Service Line and on March 7, 2011, then Governor Quinn signed into law House Bill 1644 which established the Southeast Commuter Rail Transit District which now has authority to acquire rights to use the freight rail line, buy land to build train stations and purchase rail cars. However, in 2015 Metra put a hold on further development of the line due to limited funding resources. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2017 |
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+ | Blue Island Transit-Oriented Development | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Blue Island | $22,200 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The City of Blue Island Transit-Oriented Development study recommended improving the pedestrian environment between the Metra Electric and Rock Island District stations that are located within 500 feet of each other and where significant passenger transferring between the stations occur. The study also recommended providing streetscaping and guidance signage enhancements from the two stations to downtown Blue Island and Saint Francis Hospital, which was renamed to MetroSouth Medical Center in 2008.
Current Activities
The study was completed in May 1999. The RTA recently completed a Phase II Transit Corridor Study which developed conceptual development programs for two parcels in the TOD area; one parcel is an under-utilized parking area Southeast of the Vermont Street Rock Island station and the other is adjacent to the station. Additionally, through an RTA Pilot Project providing implementation technical assistance, a new zoning district called the Uptown Transit-Oriented District was created and formally adopted into the City Zoning Ordinance on June 14, 2012. The new regulations can be found here. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.13.2024 |
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+ | Lake County Inter/Intra County Paratransit Transportation Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Lake County | $96,611 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project will review and assess alternative organizational and funding structures that can support transportation services for the transportation disadvantaged; the elderly, the low income and the disabled of Lake County.
Current Activities
The County is currently working with planning partners to investigate paratransit opportunities. They recently submitted a CMAQ application to explore bike and pedestrian connections in the SE portion of the County. Additionally, the County recently applied for CMAQ funds (FY2012-2016) to coordinate existing Pace-supported Dial-a-Ride services and demand-response services provided by other human service agencies in the study area. This project also aims to achieve one of the identified goals of the Lake County Strategic Plan, which seeks to support coordination and provide technical assistance to townships in the County with implementing recommendations identified in this study.
In November 2011, the RTA Board approved funding through the Job Access Reverse Commute/New Freedom (JARC/NF) program for continued service providing dial-a-ride transportation in four townships within Lake County to persons with disabilities, the elderly and low-income individuals. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.28.2013 |
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+ | Richton Park Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Developer Panel | Richton Park | $3,750 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA coordinated with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to bring in a panel of development experts to provide guidance and advice on ways the community can attract TOD investment in their Metra station area.
Current Activities
This panel convened in December 2013 and a summary of this discussion can be found in the Study Documents below. The RTA is monitoring progress and will offer assistance with implementation as needed.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.07.2014 |
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+ | Tinley Park Station Area Plans | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Tinley Park | $40,000 |
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Description
This project developed plans for two commuter rail station areas in the Village of Tinley Park, the Oak Park Avenue Station located in the downtown and the 80th Avenue station located southwest of the downtown. For the Oak Park Avenue Station, the project identified mixed-use redevelopment opportunities to revitalize the commercial core surrounding the station. The 80th Avenue Station scope of work focused on civic uses, expanded parking, and improved access to the station. The study was completed in September 1998. Current Activities
A new station was rebuilt between 2002-2005 at the Oak Park Avenue stop on the Rock Island Line that includes a café and a clock tower with 360° views of the station area. Additionally, a new station at the 80th Avenue stop opened in the Spring of 2012. The Village of Tinley Park recently announced it is partnering with a developer that has acquired the final parcel of property needed to move forward with construction of Harmony Square, a new multi-use plaza that will be located at the corner of Oak Park Avenue and North Street in Downtown Tinley. The Village also secured funding for a new traffic light at 80th Avenue and Timber Drive to help control traffic in the Metra station area. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.13.2024 |
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+ | Lake County 2020 Transportation Plan: Transit Component | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Lake County | $0 |
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Description
This project evaluated existing transportation conditions in Lake County, developed travel demand forecasts and developed a program of improvement scenarios for transit and highways. The plan builds upon the Lake County Transportation Improvement Project, a joint effort by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA), that produced alternatives consisting of major road and transit improvements.
Current Activities
The plan was completed in June 2002. The Lake County Board adopted the Plan in 2002 and the RTA has been monitoring progress on implementation activities as they occur.
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Last Updated 02.28.2013 |
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+ | Maywood Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Developer Panel | Maywood | $3,500 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA coordinated with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to bring in a panel of development experts to provide guidance and advice on ways the community can attract TOD investment in their Metra station area.
Current Activities
This panel convened in December 2012 and a summary of this discussion can be found in the Study Documents section. The RTA is monitoring progress and will offer assistance with implementation as needed.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2017 |
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+ | Kenilworth Corridor Transportation and Streetscape Plan | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Kenilworth | $74,999 |
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Description
This project developed a transportation and streetscape plan for the Green Bay Road corridor, which includes the Metra station and a Pace bus route. The plan provides recommendations for a balanced, multi-modal corridor that ensures the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, with improved access to both the Metra station and Pace service.
Current Activities
The draft final plan was presented to and accepted by the Village Board on October 21, 2013. The RTA continues to work with the Village on implementation activities. The current focus is on pedestrian access improvements.
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Last Updated 09.25.2014 |
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+ | Cicero TOD Developer Dialogue | Community Planning | Developer Panel | Cicero | $3,500 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA convened a half-day Developer Discussion Panel in July 2022 to solicit guidance and advice from development experts regarding a collection of Town-owned parcels near the Cicero Metra station on the UP-West line. This panel discussed the development climate and potential strategies to prepare for, and attract development to, these parcels. Current Activities
The Developer Discussion Panel was held in Cicero on July 19. The report of recommendations was published in October 2022 and is available under "Related Reports." Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 05.19.2023 |