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Year Project Title Program Project Type Project Partner Budget Funding Source(s) Status
+ Metra Sunrise Express Section 5310 / JARC / NF Operating Metra $858,000
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

Project Details

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Description
The Sunrise Express is an early morning reverse commute train operating on the Metra UP North Line from Chicago to Waukegan. The service enables reverse commuters to meet 7AM work start times of north suburban employers. Other benefits include a viable suburb-to-suburb option for commuters living north of Chicago and an additional inbound train. Funding History 2007 Local Federal Total $250,000 $250,000 $500,000 2008 Local Federal Total $179,000 $179,000 $358,000
Current Activities
Metra implemented the project April 2, 2007. JARC funding for this project was exhausted in October 2011. In its last year of funding the project averaged 8,121 trips per month. Metra continues to provide the service with its own funds.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $429,000
Federal $429,000

Last Updated 09.17.2014
+ Marengo Station Area Plan Community Planning Transit-Oriented Development Plan Marengo $99,740
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

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Marengo Station Area Plan
Description

This project assessed the feasibility of the City's preferred transit station location and developed a conceptual station area plan for a potential transit station located within the City on the potential Milwaukee District West Line service extension to Marengo. See Metra Marengo Extension Commuter Rail Feasibility Study for more information: https://metrarail.com/sites/default/files/assets/about-metra/marengofeasibilitystudy_022410.pdf.

The station area plan includes transit-oriented development recommendations as well as transit facility recommendations and implementation strategies.

Current Activities

The Village Board adopted the final plan in June 2009. The RTA is monitoring progress and will provide implementation support as needed.

Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $19,948
Federal $79,792

Last Updated 07.18.2023
+ Regional Transit Coordination Plan (RTCP) Market Identification and Sensitivity Analysis Mobility Management Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) $0
  • RTA
 Completed

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Description

The Regional Transit Coordination Plan is an ongoing multi-year program aimed at enhancing regional mobility by facilitating seamless travel on public transportation.

As part of the Market Identification and Sensitivity Analysis components of the plan, a transfer Location Study was completed in March 2001 in order to prioritize inter-agency transfer locations for further evaluation. The Location Study identified and classified approximately 300 existing locations throughout the region where it is possible to transfer between two or more transit operators. The study also evaluated another 50 potential locations where transfers could occur based on new rail stations or extensions. Based on the results of this study, three conclusions were established by the project team to guide further coordination efforts. First, it appears that existing transit connections already serve most travel markets to some extent. Second, downtown transfer locations play an important role in regional transit mobility. And third, the project team recommended prioritizing investments in existing locations that either have high rates of transfer activity, or provide critical local or regional connections.

To supplement the Location Study, a survey instrument was developed by the RTA to gauge residents¿ awareness and opinions regarding various aspects of transit coordination. Telephone interviews were conducted by the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) Survey Research Laboratory during the second half of 2002. Responses were recorded from over 1000 residents, with approximately one-third each from the City of Chicago, suburban Cook County and the collar counties (DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will).

Current Activities

Results from the 2002 RTA Market Survey are being utilized by RTA staff to inform development of improvements within all areas of coordination.

Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
RTA $0

Last Updated 01.18.2023
+ Plainfield STAR Line Transit-Oriented Development District Plan Community Planning Transit-Oriented Development Plan Plainfield $123,123
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

Project Details

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Plainfield STAR Line Transit-Oriented Development District Plan (Final Report)
Plainfield STAR Line Transit-Oriented Development District Plan (Exhibits)
Description
This project developed a plan to guide development in and around the possible Plainfield station area site on the proposed Metra STAR Line commuter rail line. The resulting plan provides recommendations to link the proposed station area with the existing downtown, residential areas and employment centers as well as transit-oriented development options.
Current Activities
The Village Board adopted the final plan in June 2009. A Park-N-Ride was implemented in 2009 at New Van Dyke Rd and Village Center Drive to connect to Pace Route #855. Additionally, Planning, Engineering and Environmental phases of the proposed Metra STAR Line project were completed in 2012. Further development of the STAR Line has not taken place since 2012. For more information please visit: STAR Line Alternatives Analysis Final Report.

In 2018 Pace began operations of the new Plainfield Park-n-Ride lot to support the Pace I-55 Bus on Shoulder service. Although this transit service in Plainfield is Bus on Shoulder service instead of STAR Line service, this lot is a recommendation of the 2007 plan.

In the spring of 2018 the Village entered into a a public-private partnership with a builder with the intent to encourage new development on several acres adjacent to the Park-N-Ride lot at Van Dyke and Wood Farm Roads. The new development will include a new Emergency Management Agency building for the Village.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $24,625
Federal $98,498

Last Updated 10.30.2018
+ Evanston Multi-Modal Master Transportation Plan Community Planning Transit Improvement Plan Evanston $100,000
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

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Evanston Multi-Modal Master Transportation Plan
Description
The general scope of the project was to develop mode specific plans (transit, pedestrian, and auto) to compliment and integrate with the existing Evanston Bike Plan. The goal was to foster an integrated and coordinated transportation system throughout Evanston. The RTA participated in the transit component of this plan.
Current Activities
in late 2013 the City received CMAQ approval for a protected bike lane along Dodge Avenue from Church Street to Howard Street. This project will begin in 2014 and will improve access and safety for bicyclists throughout the downtown TOD area. For more information please visit http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/mobility/strategic-investment/cmaq. Additionally, the City was selected as part of the 2015 RTA Community Planning Program to explore ways to create a TOD Parking Policy throughout the City. The completed policy is expected to be adopted by the City Council in fall of 2016.

In fall of 2015, the City was awarded CMAQ funding to construct covered bicycle parking at the Main Street CTA and Metra stations through the RTA's Access to Transit Improvement Program.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $80,000
Federal $20,000

Last Updated 05.31.2017
+ South Chicago Heights Station Area Plan Community Planning Transit-Oriented Development Plan South Chicago Heights $99,655
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

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South Chicago Heights Station Area Plan
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
Source Amount
Local $19,931
Federal $79,724

Last Updated 06.13.2017
+ #65 Grand Avenue & #7 Harrison Section 5310 / JARC / NF Operating Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) $1,772,000
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

Project Details

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Description
These accessible bus routes will be enhanced by increasing service frequency and hours of operation to improve access from Chicago's west side, an area of higher unemployment with pockets of low income residents to employment destinations that include the Illinois Medical District, University of Illinois-Chicago, the Brick Yard Mall/Wal-Mart area, Navy Pier, and Michigan Avenue.
Current Activities
Route 7 - CTA implemented the service on June 6, 2008. The 11,600 trips attributable to the expanded service. Route 65 - CTA implemented the service on March 23, 2008. The service provided 212,100 trips in June 2014 with an estimated 20,200 trips attributable to the expanded service. Both of these service are now operated without federal operating assistance.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $886,000
Federal $886,000

Last Updated 09.17.2014
+ Transportation to Work '08 Section 5310 / JARC / NF Operating DuPage County $530,080
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

Project Details

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Description
The Ride DuPage to Work is a service of the Ride DuPage system designed to enable persons with disabilities greater opportunities to obtain and maintain employment through more affordable transportation.
Current Activities
DuPage Transportation to Work, initially funded with the 2006 program, was implemented March 1, 2008. DuPage County became the grantee for the project in 2010. Prior to that Pace served as the project grantee. The service provided 2,489 trips in May 2013. This project is complete.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $265,040
Federal $265,040

Last Updated 06.13.2019
+ RGAs Safety Transportation Training Program '08 Section 5310 / JARC / NF Mobility Management Ray Graham Association $43,406
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

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Description
The project will assess and provide training to the disabled and older adults to improve their ability to utilize transportation services.
Current Activities
Since the project's inception in September 2009 through June 2014, the project received 498 referrals with 454 participants having completed training. This project is complete
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $8,681
Federal $34,725

Last Updated 06.13.2019
+ #53A South Pulaski Section 5310 / JARC / NF Operating Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) $510,614
  • Local
  • Federal
 Completed

Project Details

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Description
An expansion of this route's service frequency and expanded hours will provide improved access to a major medical center and retail establishments. These destinations provide employment opportunities for low-income individuals.
Current Activities
CTA implemented the service on September 6, 2009. The service provided 175,696 trips in June 2014. Approximately 5,900 of the trips are estimated to be attributable to the service expansion.
Funding Amounts by Source
Source Amount
Local $255,307
Federal $255,307

Last Updated 04.07.2017
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