Planning Programs and Projects
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| Year | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner | Budget | Funding Source(s) | Status | |||||||||
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| + | Chicago Ridge Metra Station and Pace Route Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Chicago Ridge | $998,239 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
The project funds pedestrian-related improvements along Ridgeland Avenue between 102nd and 111th Streets, which is served by the Chicago Ridge Metra station and Pace Route 384. Improvements include a new crosswalk, pedestrian signal countdowns, pavement striping, pedestrian railroad safety gates, ornamental lighting, way-finding signs, and bike racks. Current Activities
Project completed. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.17.2022 |
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| + | CTA Bus Corridor Slow Zone Improvement Initiatives | Community Planning | Corridor Planning | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) | $318,595 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Description
This project developed recommendations to improve the speed and reliability of service on two CTA bus corridors, a 7.9-mile section of Chicago Avenue and a 10-mile section of 79th Street. Data analysis was conducted to identify slow zones along both corridors and identify solutions to improve the speed of service in those zones. The recommendations include concept designs, and an implementation plan for the CTA and partner agencies.
Current Activities
Final reports for both corridors were completed in the summer of 2018 and are linked below in Study Documents. The City has budgeted funds to make a number of the recommended improvements along the corridors. The first intersection to be reconfigured in 2019 was Chicago/Milwaukee/Ogden, with additional Chicago Ave. corridor work completed in 2019. The City was also awarded Invest in Cook funding from the Cook County Department of transportation to begin building some of the improvements recommended for the 79th Street corridor. In October 2019 Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced the City of Chicago will devote $20 million in new funding for the Bus Priority Zone Program designed to improve bus travel times and make service more reliable on seven core routes.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.03.2020 |
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| + | Des Plaines TOD Developer Dialogue - Downtown | Community Planning | Development Dialogue | Des Plaines | $3,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Description
Staff from the City of Des Plaines met with development professionals to conduct a discussion panel on their study area. This involved the local planners acquiring advice, guidance, and feedback on the City's plans and goals for future redevelopment opportunities. Current Activities
The developer discussion was held on December 6, 2016. A report summarizing the recommendations made by the panelists is included under Related Reports. As recommended in the report, the City purchased the Des Plaines Theater in 2018 with the intent to renovate and reopen the 95-year old destination. The newly renovated opened to the public again in late summer 2021. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 04.28.2023 |
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| + | - | DuPage County Transportation to Work '16-17 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | DuPage County | $1,021,724 |
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Not Available Description
The Transportation to Work Program is a demand responsive service under the existing Ride DuPage system designed to provide persons with disabilities with greater opportunities to obtain and maintain employment through affordable transportation. Current Activities
The operating service provided 2,534 trips in December 2019. This project is complete. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 04.21.2021 |
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| + | DuPage Last Mile Transit Planning Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | DuPage County Division of Transportation | $0 |
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Completed | |||||||||
Project DetailsDescription
This project assisted DuPage County in developing options to improve transit connections to major employment centers in the County, with a focus on first and last mile transportation gaps with existing transit services. The ultimate goal of the project was to improve commuting options and access to jobs for those commuting to and within the County.
Current Activities
The final report, completed in the summer of 2017, identifies ways to improve transit connectivity and enhance the reach of the transit network in DuPage County. RTA is monitoring future implementation efforts by the County.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.17.2017 |
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| + | Evanston CTA and Metra Main Street Stations Bicycle Parking | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Evanston | $70,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This project included the purchase and installation of a total of 40 bike parking facilities on three new concrete pads around the CTA and Metra Main Street Stations. Current Activities
Construction on the project and installation of the bike racks was completed in fall of 2017. Improvements include increased access to the Metra and CTA Main Street stations, CTA #205 and Northwestern University Intercampus Shuttle bus routes. The bike parking facilities improve access to these transit stations, in addition to business and commercial districts along Chicago Avenue and Main Street. Moreover, this project complements the City of Evanston's other efforts to encourage alternative transportation use. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.26.2023 |
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| + | - | Kendall Area Transit '16-17 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Kendall County | $600,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This is a general public, demand responsive paratransit service that provides service predominately for senior citizens and persons with disabilities in the urban portions of Kendall County. Current Activities
The operating service provided 991 trips in September 2020. This project is complete. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.24.2023 |
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| + | Lake Villa Metra Station Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Lake Villa | $330,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This project connects over 230 residential housing units with the Lake Villa Metra Station through the construction of a 2,780 foot sidewalk and associated grading, utility adjustments, and restoration. Current Activities
Construction of this project is complete. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.10.2022 |
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| + | - | Little City Transportation to Work '16-17 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Little City Foundation | $930,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This project provides transportation for seniors and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who are enrolled with Little City, to places of employment, community activities, Special Olympics regional competitions, and medical appointments Current Activities
The operating service provided 15,778 trips in March 2019. This project is complete. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.24.2023 |
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| + | - | McHenry County Service Integration & Coordination '16-17 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | McHenry County | $1,680,000 |
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Completed | ||||||||
Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
McRide program provides coordinated dial-a-ride service to individuals with disabilities and individuals 60 years or older throughout McHenry County Current Activities
The operating service provided 13,371 trips in December 2019. This project is complete. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.24.2023 |
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