Planning Programs and Projects
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| Year | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner | Budget | Funding Source(s) | Status Sort ascending | |||||||
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| + | Bellwood Metra Station Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Bellwood | $150,998 |
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Not Available Description
This project funds phase II engineering and construction to remove and replace curb ramps and blended sidewalk areas to comply with ADA standards in 21 locations within the Village. Improvements will consist of removing and replacing sidewalks, curb ramps and curbs, adjusting frames/grates to meet final grade, Hot-mix asphalt pavement patching will be utilized to restore pavement areas. Thermoplastic pavement marking and landscape restoration shall also occur as part of this improvement. Locations selected focus on those areas traveled by residents to access the Metra Bellwood station and Pace bus stops within the Village. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.03.2024 |
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| + | - | RGA Comprehensive Transportation Program '20-'21 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Ray Graham Association | $1,504,000 |
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Individuals with disabilities are transported from their homes to Community Learning Centers and a variety of other activities including grocery shopping, medical appointments, volunteer opportunities and recreational activities. Current Activities
The RTA Board approved funding for this project on August 19, 2021. This project has not started. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.24.2021 |
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| + | #92 Foster - Late Night Weekend Service | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $243,000 |
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Extension of weekend service from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am between Jefferson Park and Berwyn Red Line station providing access to major medical center and retail establishments for low income individuals and the disabled.
Current Activities
CTA does not have sufficient funds to meet federal local matching requirements at this time. The project cannot be implemented until local funds become available.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.17.2014 |
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| + | - | Will County Will Ride Transportation Services_'20'21 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Will County | $800,000 |
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This program provides transportation and mobility management services for persons with disabilities and older adults residing in eastern Will County townships. The award includes funding to support the County’s Mobility Manager position. Current Activities
The RTA Board approved funding for this project on August 19, 2021. This project continues drawing down funds. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.28.2023 |
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| + | - | Ride in Kane Phase 19 & 20 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Kane County | $5,000,000 |
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The Ride in Kane project coordinates dial-a-ride services in Kane County into a centralized system that optimizes transportation resources for older adults and persons with disabilities. The sponsors of this project include multiple private non-profit organizations and local units of government. The award includes funding to support 1.5 positions at the County to lead mobility management efforts for Ride in Kane. Current Activities
The RTA Board approved funding for this project on August 19, 2021. This project continues drawing down funds. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.28.2023 |
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| + | Harvard Pace Route Access Improvements - Marengo Rd and Ayer St. - Phase II and Construction | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Harvard | $360,000 |
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Funding for this project will complete Phase II engineering and construction of pedestrian access improvements along US Rte. 14, IL Route. 173, Marengo Road, and Ayer Street. The project includes new sidewalks, ADA improvements, crosswalks, and a Pace Bus shelter. These improvements will better connect residents to the Harvard Metra Station and the Pace Bus Route 808. Current Activities
The City has selected an engineering consultant who is now completing design engineering. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 04.26.2024 |
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| + | - | RGA - Transp. Collaborative for Individuals with Development Disabilities | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Mobility Management | Ray Graham Association | $298,400 |
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This project proposes a planning study to determine if there are efficiencies to be achieved by consolidating or coordinating service delivery and support services associated with the transportation programs of eight human service agencies (Ray Graham, Little City, CTF Illinois, Clearbrook, New Star Services, Park Lawn Services, Sertoma Center and Blue Cap). This is a new project proposal and is directly derived from the HSTP goals. Current Activities
The RTA Board approved funding for this project on August 19, 2021. This project has not started. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.24.2021 |
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| + | - | Will County Will Ride Transportation Services | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Mobility Management | Will County | $150,000 |
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Not Available Description
This program provides transportation and mobility management services for persons with disabilities and older adults residing in eastern Will County townships. The award funds the County’s Mobility Manager position. This is an existing Section 5310 project. Current Activities
This project was approved by the RTA Board at the September 2023 meeting. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.17.2024 |
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| + | - | Ray Graham Comprehensive Transportation Program | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Ray Graham Association | $858,334 |
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Individuals with disabilities are transported from their homes to Community Learning Centers and a variety of other activities including grocery shopping, medical appointments, volunteer opportunities and recreational activities. Service is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. This award funds operating. This is an existing Section 5310 operating project.
Current Activities
This project was approved by the RTA Board at the September 2023 meeting. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.17.2024 |
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| + | - | Will County Will Ride Transportation Services_'18-19 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Will County | $320,000 |
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Not Available Description
This program provides transportation and mobility management services for persons with disabilities and older adults residing in eastern Will County townships. Current Activities
The RTA Board approved funding for this project on August 22, 2019. This project has not started. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.24.2023 |
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