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| Year | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner | Budget | Funding Source(s) | Status | |||||||
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| + | Elgin Chicago Street Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Elgin | $100,000 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project created a transit-oriented development plan for an approximate ½ mile radius of the Chicago Street Metra station within the City. The plan promoted revitalization of the area by examining effective land use, multi-modal interconnectivity, and retail and residential redevelopment strategies. Recommendations focused on streetscape improvements, transit access improvements and land use recommendations. Specific land use recommendations focused on new multi-family residential and commercial uses in the station area. Current Activities
The final plan was approved by the City Council in December 2014. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.16.2021 |
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| + | Hanover Park Village Center Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Hanover Park | $100,000 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project created a transit-oriented development plan for the Village's Metra station area. The station area was designated in the 2010 Village of Hanover Park Comprehensive Plan as the location of the new Village Center and this plan built upon this vision by planning for increased residential density, mixed use retail, and freestanding retail and office space. The plan is anchored on the Village's existing Metra station and also accounts for anticipated land use changes due to a planned boulevard as an approach to the western terminus of the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway. The Village Board formally adopted the Transit-Oriented Development Plan as an amendment to their comprehensive plan in May 2012.
Current Activities
The Village's TOD plan continues to encourage development adjacent to the Hanover Park Metra station. A 126 unit townhome development was completed in 2014 and is located approximately 1/4 mile north and within convenient walking distances of the Metra station and connecting Pace bus services (route 554).
Through the RTA Community Planning Program, the Village participated in a RTA/ULI Developer Discussion Panel to solicit guidance and advice from the development community on ways to attract investment in the TOD area. This panel convened in February 2014 and a summary report of the discussion can be found below in the Study Documents. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.18.2018 |
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| + | Hoffman Estates Flexible Transit Service Operations | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Hoffman Estates | $80,000 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Description
This project examined the feasibility of alternative small scale transit options for the Village to improve overall mobility and access. Links to employment, medical, service, retail and other transit services were investigated. Recommendations took into account the potential Pace transit options along I-90. Additionally, a market analysis to determine the potential market was performed.
Current Activities
The Village convened their transit task force in December 2014 to pursue transit service implementation activities in conjunction with the Pace/ Illinois Tollway I-90 Transit Market Expansion project. In February 2014, the State of Illinois announced a $68 Million funding plan for a full interchange at Barrington Road and the I-90 Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. This will allow Pace to offer express bus service to and from Hoffman Estates as the interchange project includes the creation of a Barrington Road Transit Center. Pace express services (Routes 607 and 605) will use the Tollway shoulder to provide congestion free bus travel. Pace is building a new Park-n-Ride / Kiss-n-Ride to support the new express bus stops on I-90 just east of Barrington Road. To link the transit stops with the parking and drop-off areas, pedestrian access under the ramps on the east side of the interchange were completed with the interchange work. The project also includes a new pedestrian bridge over I-90 to link the express bus stops on the north and south sides of I-90.The Barrington Road Transit Center is expected to open in late 2017 to match the roll-out of expanded express bus service on I-90.
The resulting increase in express bus service to the area will provide the ridership increase that is needed to implement Pace Call-n-Ride local service. In spring 2015, Pace, in conjunction with another RTA Community Planning project, began the planning process for a Barrington Road / I-90 area Call-n-Ride service. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.01.2017 |
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| + | Manhattan TOD Zoning Code Update | Community Planning | TOD Zoning | Manhattan | $21,666 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project updated the Village's TOD zoning regulations to reflect the transit-supportive land uses recommended in the Village Center plan.
Current Activities
The Village of Manhattan unanimously approved the Downtown Zoning District in June 2012.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2017 |
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| + | McHenry County Services Restructuring Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | McHenry County | $149,996 |
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Completed | |||||||
Project DetailsDescription
This project evaluated and recommended improvements to bus service in McHenry County as part of the County Long-Range Transportation Planning efforts. Through this study, services were examined and effective strategies and improved coordination opportunities were identified. Short term and long term service options were recommended.
Current Activities
This project is complete and implementation activities are underway. Pace has implemented the fixed route service recommendations. These recommendations include: 1. A restructure of Route 806 to service Route 31 and the heavily utilized activity generators such as big box retail stores, a senior center, and a social service center serving families. 2. A restructure of Route 807 to discontinue the loop around Wonder Lake (resulting in a 20 minute travel time reduction) and simplify routing in downtown McHenry. And, 3. A restructure of Route 808 to discontinue deviations.
These resulting improvements have allowed ridership to remain steady, while providing cost savings to Pace. Ridership on the County¿s MC Ride service continues to grow in both service area (added Village of Lakewood and Nunda Township) and ridership (reaching 90,000 trips). Additionally, Pace is investigating a fixed bus route on the north portion on Randall Road, as recommended in the plan. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.04.2017 |
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| + | Naperville Metra Station Bus Depot and Commuter Access Feasibility Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Naperville | $79,159 |
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Project DetailsDescription
This project identified opportunities to enhance commuter access to the Naperville Metra station by evaluating alternative modes of transportation such as bus, bicycle and walking. The project evaluated the feasibility of a bus depot, provided access and circulation improvements, and prepared recommendations to create a safer and more efficient multi-modal environment.
Current Activities
On April 17, 2012 the Naperville City Council accepted the Naperville Metra Station Bus Depot and Commuter Access Feasibility Study Technical Memorandum and directed staff to incorporate improvements into their Capital Improvement Program. On February 19, 2013, the City of Naperville FY14-18 Capital Improvement Program was adopted by the City Council. It contained the following improvements related to this study: modifications to the Eastern Burlington Lot on the north side of the train tracks; modifications to the south side of the train tracks; and conversion of North Avenue (currently one-way westbound) to two-way traffic between Washington Street and Ellsworth Street. Engineering is programmed for FY13-14, with phased construction currently planned for FY15-16 through FY16-17.
In late 2013 the City of Naperville received CMAQ approval for the Washington Street Corridor Centralized Traffic Management System and Washington Street Corridor Adaptive Signal Control projects. These projects install a centralized traffic management system and adaptive signal controls along Washington Street, in the study area of the Naperville Metra Station Bus Depot and Commuter Access Feasibility Study. For more information please visit http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/mobility/strategic-investment/cmaq. Naperville continues to look for funding for pedestrian access to implement additional recommendations. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.04.2017 |
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| + | Naperville/Lisle Partners Ride DuPage to Work '11 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Naperville | $1,038,810 |
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Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This project, as part of the Ride DuPage program provides seniors and individuals with disabilities increased employment opportunities by providing them with transportation to jobs in and outside of their own town and at times that may extend beyond traditional work hours. Seven local governments sponsor the service: City of Naperville, Naperville Township, Lisle Township, Wheatland Township, Village of Glen Ellyn, City of Wheaton, and Milton Township
Current Activities
The service provided 2,448 trips in September 2016. This project is complete,
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 08.28.2018 |
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| + | Northbrook Downtown Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Northbrook | $124,505 |
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Description
This project created a transit-oriented development plan for a ½ mile radius around the Village's Metra station. The plan examined various underutilized properties and recommend higher density mixed use developments as appropriate. Current Activities
The Village Board adopted the plan in spring 2012 and were directed to pursue six key issues identified by the plan. In 2014 the RTA assisted the Village with one of of these issues, a TOD zoning code update. An overlay district was drafted and the Village Staff continue to work with the Board on revisions acceptable for adoption. In December 2022, the Village was awarded funding through the Invest in Cook program for design engineering of a 1.5 mile-long shared-use sidepath on Shermer Road between Walters Avenue and Willow Road. This project will make bicycle and pedestrian travel safer for residents traveling to downtown Northbrook, the Northbrook Metra Station, and Glenbrook North High School, as well as link to the Skokie Valley Trail to facilitate regional travel. The project implements recommendations from the Plan to establish bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that connects Willow Road and downtown Northbrook. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 05.10.2023 |
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| + | Operation to Enhance Disabled, Senior, and Regular Transportation in Rural Communities '11 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | Washington Township | $21,900 |
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Completed | |||||||
Project DetailsRelated Reports
Not Available Description
This dial-a-ride service expanded from a two day a week operation to five days a week. The service provides general purpose transportation within Washington Township and medical trips beyond the Township. In addition to providing increased service for the disabled and senior populations, eligible participants are able to obtain same day service.
Current Activities
Washington Township implemented the service September 1, 2009. It provided approximately 500 trips per month. This project is part of the new Will County Mobility Management Program.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 06.13.2019 |
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| + | Prairie Grove TOD Zoning Code Update | Community Planning | TOD Zoning | Prairie Grove | $21,666 |
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Completed | |||||||
Project DetailsRelated Reports
Description
The Village was chosen as part of the 2011 Community Planning Program to update their TOD area zoning regulations in anticipation of new development.
Current Activities
Adoption of the new zoning regulations is currently on hold as the property clears the foreclosure process. As soon as the property is clear, the Village will consider adopting these regulations.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.04.2017 |
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