Capital programming is a core function of the RTA. RTA and the Service Boards have worked to articulate as well as advance a capital strategy for transit projects in the Chicagoland region.
Priority Projects have been identified by the Service Boards. These priority projects are updated on an annual basis. This page shows details about the funding for each priority project.
The 2024-2028 5-Year Regional Capital Program includes over 250 projects that are advancing many of these Priority Projects. The capital projects are shown in the table below, organized by Priority Project and can also be seen in a mapped form on the RTA Capital Projects Dashboard. Each project listing shows the amount of funding programmed in the 2024-2028 Regional Capital Program. Beginning with the 2024-2028 Capital Program, projects are evaluated based on 15 measures which were identified in the new Regional Transit Strategic Plan, Transit is the Answer. All projects in the 2024-2028 program show the detailed evaluations in this site.
The metrics include evaluations of Equity and Accessibility which are used in the performance-based allocation process. The region has committed to dedicating 20% of programmed funds to projects that fulfill the regional goals of improving equity and accessibility for 2025 and beyond as a part of the new performance-based capital allocation process
The Service Boards have met and exceeded the 20% goal for the 2025-2028 budget years.
Project Management Oversite (PMO) data is provided for projects that are being actively monitored by the PMO group. Data included current activities, start and end date and budget and schedule status. The following page has a full list of active PMO projects.
Replace and upgrade train control and grade crossing signals and systems.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
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16th St. Interlocker
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will replace the 16th Street interlocking with a modern solid-state automated electronic system at a junction with tracks owned by Canadian National (CN) near 16th Street in Chicago. The 16th Street interlocking plant consists of an obsolete manual interlocking with two outdated hand lever machines built in 1901 and 1929. There are no manufacturers of spare or replacement equipment for these machines.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$69,590,000
$0
$0
$69,590,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$74,052,955
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The preliminary design was completed, and CN is waiting on drawings. Bid package documents were developed and design proposals were submitted. The award for the interlocking track and signal upgrades were awarded in October 2022 and activities for signal upgrades design continue. New grants were awarded for this project to address the capital needs for this project.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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16th Street Substation
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the design, replacement, and expansion of the 16th Street Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to a lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity. The project is part of an ongoing program to repair and replace components of the electrical power distribution system and will allow for additional trains to be scheduled.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$500,000
$0
$0
$500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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A-20 (Techny) Interlocker
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$35,814,871
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project provides engineering and construction funds to modernize the A-20 Interlocking near Techny Road in Northbrook on the Milwaukee District North Line. The scope of work includes improving two grade crossings (Shermer and Techny Road), modernizing signals, and improving track between the Morton Grove Station and Deerfield Station. Under this project, work may include adding rail, switches, signals, crossovers, and renewal of track and signal circuits and cables. The project will implement a signal control system that is PTC compatible.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$35,814,871
$35,814,871
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$14,690,000
$0
$35,814,871
$50,504,871
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$19,258,610
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Preliminary engineering work is near completion and a construction Invitation for Bid (IFB) package is ongoing. Once completed, it will be submitted and advertised after the railroad cost sharing agreement is executed and potential grants are awarded.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Bi-Directional Signals ME & NICTD
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$1,500,000
Project Details
Description
The scope of work will include a complete signal system upgrade between CP 11th Place and 65th St. Interlocking, including all tie-in work and associated equipment. Project activities will include but are not limited to the replacement and addition of switches, signals, crossovers, overhead catenary structure improvements, and wire as well as the renewal of track, signal circuits, cables, and wayside equipment. Two new interlockings will be designed and located near 31st Street and from 47th Street to 51st Street. The project will implement a signal control system, new universal crossovers, supporting overhead direct current (DC) traction power catenary, overhead wire work, alternating current (AC) power distribution, and substation improvements.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Centralized Traffic Control System Upgrade
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$500,000
$1,000,000
Project Details
Description
Metra’s aging communications systems will be updated, improved, or replaced under this project to implement state-of-the-art solutions that are more reliable. Sub-projects may include, but may not be limited to, the improvement or replacement of Metra’s current radio systems, phone systems, and data-transfer systems. Project activities may reduce the long-term operating, audit, monitoring, and repair costs while improving the reliability of various communications systems. The primary means of communicating with the field is the ATCS radio network which is being decommissioned within the next 3-5 years. Backup modes of communications rely on aging copper circuits which are costly and unreliable. Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) over Interoperable Train Control Messaging (ITCM) leverages the PTC communications infrastructure to transport controls and indications, which increases reliability and decreases cost by converging infrastructure.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$500,000
$500,000
$1,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$500,000
$500,000
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Centralized Traffic Control System Upgrade
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$3,162,500
Project Details
Description
Metra’s aging communications systems will be updated, improved, or replaced under this project to implement state-of-the-art solutions that are more reliable. Sub-projects may include, but may not be limited to, the improvement or replacement of Metra’s current radio systems, phone systems, and data-transfer systems. Project activities may reduce the long-term operating, audit, monitoring, and repair costs while improving the reliability of various communications systems. The primary means of communicating with the field is the ATCS radio network which is being decommissioned within the next 3-5 years. Backup modes of communications rely on aging copper circuits which are costly and unreliable. Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) over Interoperable Train Control Messaging (ITCM) leverages the PTC communications infrastructure to transport controls and indications, which increases reliability and decreases cost by converging infrastructure.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,162,500
$3,162,500
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,500,000
$0
$3,162,500
$4,662,500
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Consolidated Control Facility (CCF) - Generator & UPS
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project funds construction services for the replacement of an existing diesel generator and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system. The new diesel generator will be powered by natural gas, thereby reducing operating costs and emissions. The system provides an important backup power supply.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,510,000
$0
$0
$2,510,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$1,263,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra continued to make headway on the project. The generator is 98% complete and expected to be completed by the end of 2024.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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Constant Tension Catenary
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$1,100,000
$5,205,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund an engineering study of constant tension technology for the potential application to the Metra Electric (ME) District. The catenary system is currently undergoing extensive rehabilitation. Constant tension technology may be added to the catenary rehabilitation project scope pending the results of this study.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$1,100,000
$4,105,000
$5,205,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,100,000
$4,105,000
$5,205,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Constant Tension Catenary
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund an engineering study of constant tension technology for the potential application to the Metra Electric (ME) District. The catenary system is currently undergoing extensive rehabilitation. Constant tension technology may be added to the catenary rehabilitation project scope pending the results of this study.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,286,000
$0
$0
$3,286,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Crossing Inventory Management System
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$340,000
Project Details
Description
Metra will procure a web-based railway crossing inventory management application. The new software application shall have numerous features that may include but are not limited to the capability to sync with the FRA Grade Crossing Inventory System (GCIS), the ability to utilize the GCIS Application Programming Interface (API), compatibility with FRA Accident Prediction and Severity (APS) model, ability to provide near real-time data transfer. The project will also include professional services to review and provide quality control of existing databases and field investigation to update the crossing inventory and crash incident databases.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$340,000
$340,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$800,000
$0
$340,000
$1,140,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Crossings (Road & Track) MED
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$8,934,000
Project Details
Description
These projects provide for the renewal of rail highway grade crossings at various locations systemwide. The specific crossings to be renewed will be based on the stage of deterioration at each crossing. The work will include, but not be limited to, replacement of cross ties, crossing material, and ballast, as well as the surfacing of the track.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$8,934,000
$8,934,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,400,000
$0
$8,934,000
$15,334,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Crossings (Road & Track) MWD
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$9,390,000
Project Details
Description
These projects provide for the renewal of rail highway grade crossings at various locations on the Milwaukee District West. The specific crossings to be renewed will be based on the stage of deterioration at each crossing. The work will include, but not be limited to, replacement of cross ties, crossing material, and ballast, as well as the surfacing of the track.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$9,390,000
$9,390,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,530,000
$0
$9,390,000
$17,920,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Crossings (Road & Track) RID
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$9,500,000
Project Details
Description
These projects provide for the renewal of rail highway grade crossings at various locations on the Rock Island District. The specific crossings to be renewed will be based on the stage of deterioration at each crossing. The work will include, but not be limited to, replacement of cross ties, crossing material, and ballast, as well as the surfacing of the track.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$9,500,000
$9,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,360,000
$0
$9,500,000
$16,860,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Crossings (Road & Track) UPR
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,840,000
Project Details
Description
These projects provide for the renewal of rail highway grade crossings at various locations on the Union Pacific Lines. The specific crossings to be renewed will be based on the stage of deterioration at each crossing. The work will include, but not be limited to, replacement of cross ties, crossing material, and ballast, as well as the surfacing of the track.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,840,000
$4,840,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,100,000
$0
$4,840,000
$7,940,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Crystal Lake Signal Renewal
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$2,500,000
Project Details
Description
Located in Crystal Lake at approximately milepost 43.0 on the Union Pacific Northwest (UPNW) Line, the signal system owned by Union Pacific near the Crystal Lake Coach Yard is beyond its useful life benchmark and in need of renewal. As per the Purchase of Service Agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad, Metra has capital responsibilities for the signal system at this location. This project will provide Metra’s contribution to the renewal, which is funded in part by a grant from the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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DC & AC Switchgear Replacement
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$250,000
Project Details
Description
Metra will install a new switchgear system that can supply Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) switchgear along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. This project will replace obsolete assets with a new system designed to protect the DC powered railway line and integrated with high-speed circuit breakers for the rectifier, the power feeder, and the backup application to prevent safety incidents.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$250,000
$250,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,190,000
$0
$250,000
$2,440,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Downtown Public Information Displays
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Public Information Displays (PIDs) at the terminal stations in downtown Chicago have exceeded their useful life and are due for replacement. Crucial information is such as arrival times, the track number of arrivals and departures, equipment failures, and delays are visually communicated to Metra riders via the PIDs system. Project activities may include, but are not limited to, installing equipment and components, purchasing new hardware for emergency repairs, and the installation of a replacement system. The new PIDs system will be designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is essential to accommodate passengers with hearing impairments. This is a multi-year, phase-funded project
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,700,000
$0
$0
$2,700,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Fiber Optic MED
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the replacement of the coaxial cable and copper cable used to conduct voice and signal data on the Metra Electric District’s Main Line. The fiber optic cable will connect to the recent installation on the South Chicago Branch and Blue Island Branch and extend to the downtown terminal. Existing cable will be replaced with fiber optic cable. New cable will be hung on the catenary structures in a manner similar to the existing cable.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$200,000
$0
$0
$200,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$2,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The designer reached 100% design completion. Metra is working on preparing the IFB documents for the construction of this project. Final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Harvey Substation
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,475,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the design, replacement, and expansion of the Harvey Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to a lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity. The project is part of an ongoing program to repair and replace components of the electrical power distribution system and will allow for additional trains to be scheduled.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$4,475,000
$4,475,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$800,000
$0
$4,475,000
$5,275,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Homewood Substation
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$21,199,984
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the design, replacement, and expansion of the Homewood Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to a lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity. The project is part of an ongoing program to repair and replace components of the electrical power distribution system and will allow for additional trains to be scheduled.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$10,937,250
$10,937,250
State
$0
$0
$10,262,734
$10,262,734
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,500,000
$0
$21,199,984
$22,699,984
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Impedance Bonds
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$3,095,000
Project Details
Description
This project involves replacing impedance bonds that are damaged, defective, or have insufficient negative return equipment and connections. The impedance bonds are a fundamental part of the track circuit. Impedance bonds control the current path and thus limit the power losses and assure proper function of the protective relays
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,095,000
$3,095,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,510,000
$0
$3,095,000
$5,605,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Lake Forest Crossovers
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide construction funds for the replacement of crossovers in Lake Forest on Metra’s Milwaukee District North Line.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,900,000
$0
$0
$4,900,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Lake St. Interlocker
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the modernization and upgrading of the Lake Street interlocker at the north end of the Ogilvie Transportation Center (OTC), including replacement of track, track bed, switches, switch machines, switch heaters, dwarf signals and signal cable. In the future, the interlocking control machine in Lake Street Tower will be replaced by modern equipment.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,750,000
$0
$0
$3,750,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
MED Improvements
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,000,000
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the upgrade of the Metra Electric track and structure in conjunction with the increased service planned for the Northern Indiana Commuter Railroad District (NICTD) and its Federally assisted New Start project for the South Shore Line. This project will install, upgrade, and/or realign tracks, install signals, turnouts, and associated catenaries, extend, and construct new storage tracks, and construct and install new platforms. Metra funds are to be fully reimbursed in accordance with a Fixed Facility Agreement with NICTD. A sub-project element that will be fully funded by Metra will reconstruct Control Point (CP) Congress and related signal components and interlockings.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$32,000,000
$0
$4,000,000
$36,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Metra Police Communications Upgrades
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$3,500,000
Project Details
Description
This project will be used to acquire new and replacement equipment for the Metra Police Department and supported by Metra’s Telecommunications Department. Project activities include but are not limited to purchasing two-way radios, camera and related hardware, initial licensing and support costs, emergency communications equipment, satellite voice and data hardware, request for aid phones to be deployed at select stations, and other equipment.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$3,500,000
$3,500,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$3,500,000
$3,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Milwaukee North Signals
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will improve signals from Rondout to Deerfield on the Milwaukee North Line. The project will include but not be limited to improve pedestrian crossings at the West Lake Forest Station, as well as grade crossing improvements at Everett and Conway roads in Lake Forest. IDOT will being doing improvements in conjunction with this project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$10,100,000
$0
$0
$10,100,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$4,500,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Designs were completed for both Phase II and Phase III. Metra continued shipping of field materials which is still in progress as well as Metra Force Account construction activities continued with signal installation.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
+
Morgan Interlocking
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$3,670,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will provide design funds for the replacement of the Morgan Street interlocking on Metra's Milwaukee C&M subdivision and the signal and grade crossing system infrastructure between Canal Street and A2 interlocking. Special track work consists of installing three crossovers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,670,000
$3,670,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$12,510,000
$0
$3,670,000
$16,180,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$11,320,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The Morgan interlocker overall site design reached the 60% design milstone. The Morgan interlocker critical component design work reached 100% design during this reporting period. An IGA with CDOT was executed and CDOT is reviewing the civil drawings. Once approved and comments addressed, the civil drawings before the designer can proceed to the 90% design submittal.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
MWD Holding Signal (50/50)
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project is a multi-year signal replacement project on the Milwaukee West Line. Seven signals will be replaced between Wood Dale and Almora. This is a project in partnership with the Canadian Pacific Railway.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$9,350,000
$0
$0
$9,350,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Networking Equipment
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$1,325,000
Project Details
Description
This project will acquire new telecommunications network equipment to replace aging, obsolete equipment. Improvements funded by this project include, but may not be limited to, replacing failing routing equipment used for data storage, purchasing servers for circuits, replacing camera firewall routers, and installing new telecommunications switches. This project supports planned improvements to the video storage system, the ACORN project, and the fiber optic network along Metra-owned rail lines and rail districts.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,325,000
$1,325,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,000,000
$0
$1,325,000
$3,325,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Operational Tech-Design Standards
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$1,000,000
Project Details
Description
Operational Technology (OT) Systems, Communications, and Networking engineering design and construction standards will be developed under this project. Project activities include but are not limited to documenting recommended practices and procedures manuals, developing a preliminary engineering manual, establishing micro-station smart cell libraries and seed files and macros, standardizing material manifests construction drawings sets, and developing an OT/Communications/Networking project estimator tool. This project will fund inspection and test procedures manuals and system design standards.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Phone System Refresh
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project funds the in-house design and installation of necessary telecommunications hardware to migrate from land-line telephones at various Metra facilities to modern VoIP phone systems. Metra Telecommunications engineers will complete the necessary design, configuration, and installation of the new phones and system components, software upgrades, cyber security updates, and related components. This project will realize cost savings as Metra will be able to disconnect expensive phone lines and all project work will be completed by Metra forces.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$875,000
$0
$0
$875,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Power Distribution System Monitoring
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,650,000
Project Details
Description
Replacement of obsolete components of Metra's Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) system which monitors the ME power distribution system. The project will reduce equipment failure and downtime and related train delays. The SCADA Upgrade project will upgrade obsolete software and hardware, including three new servers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,650,000
$4,650,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,750,000
$0
$4,650,000
$9,400,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Power Distribution System Monitoring
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$1,750,000
$6,400,000
Project Details
Description
Replacement of obsolete components of Metra's Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) system which monitors the ME power distribution system. The project will reduce equipment failure and downtime and related train delays. The SCADA Upgrade project will upgrade obsolete software and hardware, including three new servers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,440,000
$2,440,000
State
$0
$1,750,000
$2,210,000
$3,960,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,750,000
$4,650,000
$6,400,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Randolph St Interlocking
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$2,775,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace existing switches, switch cables, and track relays and cables on the Metra Electric Line at Millennium station in the lower Randolph St. interlocking, which are over 40+ years old and in constant need of repair.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$2,775,000
$2,775,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$860,000
$0
$2,775,000
$3,635,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Richton Yard Interlocking Renewal
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$1,123,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace existing switches, switch cables, track relays, cables, and other interlocking components on the Metra Electric (ME) Line near the entrance to the Richton Yard. The interlocking components, which are over 40+ years old, are increasingly experiencing malfunctions that impact service provision as ME Line trains enter and exit the train storage yard. Metra forces will purchase and install the infrastructure for the renewed interlocking near Richton Yard, which is a cost-effective manner to maintain Metra’s transit system.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,123,000
$1,123,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,123,000
$1,123,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Seeger Interlocking
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will provide funds for the replacement of the Seeger Interlocking on Metra’s Union PacificNorthwest line (MP 18.5). The layout of the control point only allows 30 mph crossover speeds forcommuter trains. The goal of this upgrade, in addition to updating the equipment, would be to increasethe train speeds to 40 mph, and upgrade the switch layouts to meet current railroad designspecification.The existing signal system is approximately 50 years old and requires replacement due to age andcondition. The signal system has had malfunction issues that have caused delays. The replacementequipment will include a modern, solid state control point and an upgraded switch machine.By renewing the signal infrastructure with the latest technologies, Metra can increase operationalefficiency, enhance safety, reduce delays, and have a life expectancy of additional twenty plus years.FY2020 PAYGO funds will be used to implement this project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,000,000
$0
$0
$2,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$2,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The status for this project is completed and final bills remain. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 07.10.2022
+
Signal Interlocking Microprocessors
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$2,800,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace train controller microprocessors that have become obsolete or that are no longer available to procure due in part to the supply chain and labor shortages caused by the pandemic. The train controller microprocessors have become obsolete, and replacement parts are no longer available
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,800,000
$2,800,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,050,000
$0
$2,800,000
$4,850,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Signal Standards
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project provides engineering design services for Centralized Train Control north of A5 on the Milwaukee District North Line. The project will allow the Signal Engineering department to create a cell library to expedite design and cost estimates of signal projects.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$9,500,000
$0
$0
$9,500,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Signal System Improvements MED
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$7,550,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace various signal infrastructure such as junction boxes, electrical cabinets, wiring, LED lights, and other essential components on an as-needed basis. Locations and scope of work are determined upon routine inspection or failure. Work will be done on the Metra Electric District.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$7,550,000
$7,550,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,400,000
$0
$7,550,000
$12,950,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Signal System Improvements MWD
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$7,825,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace various signal infrastructure such as junction boxes, electrical cabinets, wiring, LED lights, and other essential components on an as-needed basis. Locations and scope of work are determined upon routine inspection or failure. Work will be done on the MIlwaukee District West.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$7,825,000
$7,825,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,000,000
$0
$7,825,000
$12,825,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Signal System Improvements RID
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$7,325,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace various signal infrastructure such as junction boxes, electrical cabinets, wiring, LED lights, and other essential components on an as-needed basis. Locations and scope of work are determined upon routine inspection or failure. Work will be done on the Rock Island District.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$7,325,000
$7,325,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,400,000
$0
$7,325,000
$12,725,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Signal System Improvements UPR
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,550,000
Project Details
Description
These projects will replace various signal infrastructure such as junction boxes, electrical cabinets, wiring, LED lights, and other essential components on an as-needed basis. Locations and scope of work are determined upon routine inspection or failure. Work will be done on the Union Pacific Railroad.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,550,000
$4,550,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$485,000
$0
$4,550,000
$5,035,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Smart Gates
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$2,000,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project involves upgrades to protected grade crossings to improve the safety and reliability of grade crossing protections. Metra has approximately 300 active grade crossings with warning devices. This project will fund upgrades of circuitry at these grade crossings to the latest technology. Metra will install monitors to check the condition of the grade crossing protection system. When a monitor detects an anomaly, the system will send a notice to the back office and dispatch a signal maintainer to perform repairs. PTC Wireless crossings are being added to the scope in 2025 and beyond.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$20,000,000
$0
$2,000,000
$22,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$13,719,036
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra has executed a contract with a software vendor. Currently, there are 14 locations being updated with remote monitoring. The software vendor is also working on the user interface. The software was developed and is working in a lab environment. The construction and hardware installation at grade crossings is ongoing.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Substation Improvements (Jackson)
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the replacement and expansion of the Jackson Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) District. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity on the tracks leading into Van Buren St. Station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$58,060,000
$0
$0
$58,060,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Switch Layout Standards
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$1,620,000
Project Details
Description
This multi-year project will standardize the layout of switches on the Metra Electric, Rock Island and Milwaukee North and West lines.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,620,000
$1,620,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,204,000
$0
$1,620,000
$5,824,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Traction Power System Augmentation - MED
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Converting the tie stations into substations and installing a new substation willincrease capacity and reliability on the Metra Electric District. Construction wasperformed moving from north to south. Construction was completed at 31stStreet and 51st Street. Design for 95th Street and Riverdale are 100% complete.Bids were received and contract was awarded for both 95th St. and Riverdalesubstation construction. The contractor was issued an NTP in October 2018 andreached substantial completion this reporting period. This will be the final updateon this project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$32,264,285
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Converting the tie stations into substations and installing a new substation will increase capacity and reliability on the Metra Electric District. Construction was performed moving from north to south. Construction was completed at 31st Street and 51st Street. Design for 95th Street and Riverdale are 100% complete. Bids were received and contract was awarded for both 95th St. and Riverdale substation construction. The contractor was issued an NTP in October 2018 and reached substantial completion this reporting period. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
University Park Substation
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the design, replacement, and expansion of the University Park Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to a lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity. The project is part of an ongoing program to repair and replace components of the electrical power distribution system and will allow for additional trains to be scheduled.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$500,000
$0
$0
$500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Vollmer Substation
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,475,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the design, replacement, and expansion of the Vollmer Substation along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The rectifiers are several decades old, difficult to repair due to a lack of spare components, and they have long exceeded their useful life. This project is a prerequisite for additional service capacity. The project is part of an ongoing program to repair and replace components of the electrical power distribution system and will allow for additional trains to be scheduled.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,475,000
$4,475,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$500,000
$0
$4,475,000
$4,975,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Western Interlocking
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$7,740,000
Project Details
Description
This project will provide construction funds for the replacement of the Western Avenue Interlocking at Vermont and Grove Street. In Metra’s Rock Island District, the signal system infrastructure at Western Avenue Junction interlocker has become obsolete. The interlocking was originally installed in the early 1960’s.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$7,740,000
$7,740,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,500,000
$0
$7,740,000
$14,240,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
CTA
Mid-Life Bus Overhauls
Bus
$36,689,623
$98,807,627
$326,807,627
$228,000,000
Overhauls to maintain vehicles, ensure reliability and enable to perform through full useful life.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Bus Overhaul - Mid-Life 450 Nova (7900 Series)
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$98,807,627
Project Details
Description
Funding will provide for the mid-life overhaul of the CTA Nova buses 7900 Series. Buses placed into service between 2014 and 2017 will receive a bus overhaul and will be returned to a state of good repair. This scheduled Mid-Life Bus Overhaul Program will allow for safe, effective operation of the buses throughout their standard estimated life of 15 years.Major components, which are a part of the overhaul, include items such as engines, transmissions, electronics (including cameras, GPS, destination signs, voice announcements, and passenger counters), HAVC, cooling and suspension systems, doors, wheel chair ramps, driver seats, interior lighting, and other components as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$86,168,297
$86,168,297
State
$0
$0
$12,639,330
$12,639,330
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$13,692,373
$0
$98,807,627
$112,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Metra
Administration - Metra
Rail
$35,027,684
$114,347,493
$382,144,040
$267,796,547
Metra's administrative projects.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Capital Delivery Support Contracts
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$7,650,000
Project Details
Description
The Site Surveying & Data Evaluation Services contract is intended to aid the Capital Delivery Department when surveying, initial site data collection, project closeout checks, or other similar type of work is requested for a new area, a new potential project is requested, or when new information arises in existing projects. Site surveys and data evaluation that will be provided by this contract will help to inform the Capital Delivery Department of the up-to-date information that is required for accurate cost estimating, accurate scoping, and improvements to project delivery. This funding also help streamline design engineering and NEPA compliance.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$6,825,000
$6,825,000
State
$0
$0
$825,000
$825,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,275,000
$0
$7,650,000
$9,925,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Contingencies
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$6,547,976
Project Details
Description
This project will fund both emergencies and unanticipated capital needs that arise throughout the course of the program year. Items covered require immediate attention and cannot wait for inclusion in the budget for the forthcoming program year. Contingencies are necessary to fund emergency activities to prevent project and service delays.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$6,547,976
$6,547,976
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,829,268
$0
$6,547,976
$13,377,244
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Financial System Replacement
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project provides for the development and implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System at Metra. This project will replace Metra's payroll software that is nearing technical obsolescence as Microsoft is scheduled to end support of the current application. The replacement system will integrate internal and external management of information across the Metra organization, including such areas as finance, accounting, sales, inventory, customer service and human resources.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,400,000
$0
$0
$2,400,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$41,754,607
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra was able to complete the conversion to Dynamics 365. The vendor continues to work on additional scope for post-software implementation. Metra submitted a revised procurement package for the Payroll System replacement. There were scope additions that occurred during this reporting period for the UP employees onboarding, the vendor portal, and integration with other systems. Interviews and demonstrations for vendors will be held in the next reporting period for the RFP for the revised procurement package for the Payroll System replacement.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Infrastructure Engineering
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project funds various engineering responsibilities for capital projects. Project funds support the implementation of capital projects and cover the costs of Metra’s Engineering Department and consultants providing professional services. The associated professional consultant services may include design engineering and/or construction management in the areas of civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, signal, communications, and environmental engineering.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,500,000
$0
$0
$2,500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Labor Apprenticeship & Development
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$1,890,000
Project Details
Description
This project invests in Metra’s new Buildings & Bridges Apprenticeship Program. Upon conducting extensive needs assessments throughout Metra’s districts, Operations Learning & Development is requesting the resources detailed in this Capital proposal to build out an innovative, best-in-class B&B Apprenticeship program for Metra. This project will combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, field training, simulator rooms, virtual reality training scenarios, and other best practice methods.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$1,890,000
$1,890,000
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,890,000
$1,890,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Office Equipment
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$1,250,000
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the purchase of various pieces of equipment, office furniture, workspaces, conference tables, break-room appliances, and small-scale climate control systems that will be utilized at Metra buildings and facilities. The current condition of the equipment that is being replaced is poor and has reached or surpassed its useful life.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,250,000
$1,250,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,800,000
$0
$1,250,000
$3,050,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Procurement Oversight
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide the Mechanical Department guidance and oversight in purchasing, ensuring that Metra remains compliant with the provisions of the Federal Transit Administration's Buy America Provisions. Delays in project implementation and the need for non-Federal funding sources result from failure to comply with the Buy America provisions. Federal funding for capital projects typically includes Buy America regulations.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$500,000
$0
$0
$500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Program Management
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$90,409,517
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the professional services necessary to deliver capital projects. Project activities may include but are not limited to funding studies, concept design, developing new business tools and processes, professional services under the Project Management Oversight (PMO) contract, and the procurement of software. Historic levels of capital funding necessitate additional program management capacity.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$90,409,517
$90,409,517
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$104,828,295
$0
$90,409,517
$195,237,812
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$122,934,062
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The project management oversight contract was awarded to WSP. WSP and Metra staff are working through the process to support delivery of Metra’s Capital Program. Purchase Order Releases have been approved and work is in progress on various capital projects. The project budget increased from newly Pre-Awarded 2024 FTA funds.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Project Administration
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$5,100,000
Project Details
Description
This project funds the activities associated with the administration of capital grants and the projects in those grants. This includes only those labor, fringe and overhead costs covered by Metra’s cost allocation plan. Examples of the types of activities associated with the administration of capital grants are budget revisions, requisitions, quarterly reports and reconciliation of expenses done at project closeout. Metra funds associated with capital grant administration are recognized as capitalized costs under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,100,000
$5,100,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,700,000
$0
$5,100,000
$9,800,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Project Development
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$1,500,000
Project Details
Description
This project will allow Metra to undertake studies to advance major capital projects and secure grant funding.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,725,000
$0
$1,500,000
$9,225,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Transit Asset Management
Contingencies and Administration
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project funds the continuation of Metra’s comprehensive asset assessment. This phase will consist of hiring a consultant to assist with the monitoring and implementation of Metra’s Transit Asset Management Plan as required by the Federal Transit Administration.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$0
$0
$3,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Pace
Improve Support Facilities
Bus
$31,500,000
$91,500,000
$607,522,125
$516,022,125
Includes North, Southwest, River, North Shore, and Wheeling Divisions - Electrification/Expansion.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Construct Salt Shed
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Pace is in need of a stand-alone storage solution and will construct a shed to store and secure up to 10tons of bulk rock salt that is used during the winter season. The construction of the shed will be within thefootprint of Pace's parcel. This shed will allow for accessible use with Pace's skidsteer to load rock saltonto the pickup trucks and distribute it on approximately more than 15,000 square yards of grounds(parking lots and driveways), in addition to sidewalks, in a safe and more efficient manner. CurrentlyPace purchases 50-pound bags of salt that have to be loaded manually which has become very unsafein term of personal injury risk and is very time consuming as it has to be loaded multiple times per day.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$50,000
$0
$0
$50,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$75,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
A construction contract was awarded. There were some delays related to the Village code requirements and permits. All activities were completed during this reporting period and final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.22.2023
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Fire Loop System
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Replacement of underground loop, piping, valves, and pump for fire suppression.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,050,000
$0
$0
$2,050,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Headquarters Renovation
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Paint and carpet replacement at Administrative Office in Arlington Heights. HQ is currently 2 floors of employees with the building capable of a 3rd floor structure. Adding a third floor we would incorporate high efficient heating and cooling with hospital grade filters update the colors and carpet and workspace on the first and second floor to match the third floor.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$750,000
$0
$0
$750,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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North Division Electrification/Expansion
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Renovation and expansion of North Division Garage located in Waukegan, including installation of charging capabilities for electric buses.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$130,870,359
$0
$0
$130,870,359
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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North Shore Division Expansion
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
North Shore Division Expansion - A/E design and construction to renovate and expand Pace's North Shore Division bus garage.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$20,000,000
$0
$0
$20,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Southwest Division Electrification/Expansion
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$91,500,000
Project Details
Description
Renovation of Southwest Division Garage located in Bridgeview, adding indoor bus capacity from 40 to 70, including office space and installation of charging capabilities for electric buses.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$91,500,000
$91,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$91,500,000
$91,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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CTA
Railcar Overhauls
Rail
$30,241,135
$188,771,274
$481,003,968
$292,232,694
Quarter-life overhaul of 5000-series rail cars and life-extending overhauls of older 2600 and 3200-series rail cars.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
5000 Series Rail Car Quarter Life Overhaul
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$1,899,057
✔︎
Project Details
Description
5000 Series Qtr. Overhaul - 714 Cars - The scope of this project is to provide for the Quarter?Life Overhaul on the 5000?Series rail cars. Schedule maintenance will include major component rebuilds and needed repairs to the car bodies. Additional work may include: replacing control groups, air conditioning units, truck assemblies, including traction motors, cables, batteries, brake calipers, axle assemblies, interior seat modification and other critical components based on condition assessment.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,899,057
$1,899,057
Total
$333,702,915
$0
$1,899,057
$335,601,972
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$400,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
As of the beginning of September, 490 out of 714 cars have completed the overhaul process. CTA continues to receive material kits and overhaul cars. On average, CTA forces are overhauling 14 rail cars per month but will start slowing down to 10 per month by end of the year.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Life Extending Overhaul 2600 & 3200's Series - Propulsion Kits
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$57,616,772
Project Details
Description
Project will replace the propulsion control system on all 3200 series rail cars and the option to replace the propulsion control system on another 200 of the 2600-series rail cars. The new propulsion control system with a solid-state technology will provide power to the rail cars in a more energy efficient and reliable way. This system will allow regeneration of power back to the third rail during braking, reducing overall energy usage.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$52,263,021
$52,263,021
State
$0
$0
$5,353,751
$5,353,751
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$57,616,772
$57,616,772
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Life extending Overhaul 2600/3200 Series
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$119,105,445
Project Details
Description
Life extending overhaul on the 258 3200 Series and 300 2600 Series cars. Work on these cars will focus on major systems starting with the proplusion/powering.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$94,698,795
$94,698,795
State
$0
$0
$24,406,650
$24,406,650
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$119,105,445
$119,105,445
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Rail Car Overhaul - 2600-Series
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project consists of three phases. Phase A is for rail car motor replacement and was completed in October 2019. Phase B is for procurement and installation ofthe propulsion kits with the parts contract was executed, and kits were received. Work for this phase began in November 2019 and all 90 cars were completed inAugust 2020. Phase C is for the procurement of material contracts and installation. The contract was approved at the October 2020. The first delivery ofmaterial is expected to arrive in May 2021 and the overhaul is expected to take place in the first half of 2022.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$25,314,552
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
This project consists of three phases. Phase A is for rail car motor replacement and was completed in October 2019. Phase B is for procurement and installation of the propulsion kits with the parts contract was executed, and kits were received. Work for this phase began in November 2019 and all 90 cars were completed in August 2020. Phase C is for the procurement of material contracts and installation. The contract was approved at the October 2020. All cars have completed the overhaul as of March 2022 and this project is considered complete. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Replace video system 3200 and 5000-Series railcars
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$10,150,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Replace the existing video system on the 5000-series rail cars which is obsolete and no longer supported by the vendor. Replace existing video system on the 3200-series rail cars with a more reliable system. Useable components removed from the 3200s will be re-used to support the same system on the 2600-seriese rail cars.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$10,150,000
$10,150,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$15,150,000
$0
$10,150,000
$25,300,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$25,100,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
CTA finalized the procurement process and the contract was awarded to Railhead Corporation. CTA is working with the contractor to begin specification development.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Metra
Zero-Emissions Locomotives and Trainsets
Rail
$29,024,137
$205,900,000
$448,171,000
$242,271,000
Metra's investment in innovative, cleaner energy locomotives will procure multiple-unit car that produce zero mobile emissions without the need for wayside power.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Zero-Emissions Locomotives
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Metra investment in innovative, cleaner energy locomotives will be funded in part by this project which will procure locomotives that produce zero mobile emissions. This multi-year, multi-phase project will acquire state-of-the-art technologies and pilot their performance capabilities given Metra’s track profile and the Chicago region’s inclement weather patterns. Metra estimates that replacing one old diesel locomotive with a zero-emission locomotive will reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions by more than 30 tons per year, thus significantly reducing the agency’s greenhouse gas footprint and greatly improving air quality in the region. Funds programmed in 2022 will finance engineering and design services for yard facilities to prepare for the new technology.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$10,750,000
$0
$0
$10,750,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$154,893,855
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra put the bid on the street in May 2022 and was awarded to Stadler US, Inc. during this reporting period. The contract consists of eight trainsets for the base order. If Metra chooses to purchase additional trainsets, it can purchase up to eight (8) additional two-car battery powered self-propelled trainsets. In addition, Metra can also order up to 16 trailer cars with toilets and up to 16 trailer cars without toilets.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
Zero-Emissions Trainsets
Rolling Stock
Rail
$0
$205,900,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Metra's investment in innovative, cleaner energy locomotives will be funded in part by this project which will procure multiple-unit railcar trainsets that produce zero mobile emissions. This multi-year, multi-phase project will acquire battery-electric trainsets. Metra seeks to be among the first passenger rail transit agencies to purchase and operate self-propelled trainsets that will not require the construction and maintenance of wayside power. Metra estimates that replacing one old diesel locomotive with a zero-emission locomotive will reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by more than 30 tons per year. This project will significantly reduce emissions, improve local air quality, greatly reduce operational costs, and lower maintenance costs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$185,460,000
$185,460,000
State
$0
$0
$16,312,000
$16,312,000
RTA
$0
$0
$4,128,000
$4,128,000
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$40,330,000
$0
$205,900,000
$246,230,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$15,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra put the bid on the street in May 2022 and Metra continues to work on the procurement activities for this project.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Pace
Fixed Route Buses - Replacement
Bus
$24,207,765
$26,434,585
$22,050,000
$0
Replacement of buses reaching useful life (CNG and OTR Coach).
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Fixed Route CNG Buses
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Replacement CNG buses - Pace plans to replace 115 diesel buses with 40' Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for the future Northwest Division garage in Wheeling, currently being designed as a CNG fueling facility.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$28,050,000
$0
$0
$28,050,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Fixed Route Hybrid Buses
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$9,600,000
Project Details
Description
Replace diesel buses with 35-foot and 40-foot diesel-electric hybrid buses. This funding will allow Pace to transition to low-emission, cleaner vehicles, while the agency continues facility upgrades to accommodate ZEBs as part of the agency’s goal of operating a 100% ZEB fleet by 2040.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$9,600,000
$9,600,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$90,443,261
$0
$9,600,000
$100,043,261
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Fixed Route OTR Coach Buses
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$12,450,000
Project Details
Description
13 replacement OTR Coach buses including associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for fixed route Bus on Shoulder services operating on I-55 out of Heritage Division in Plainfield.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$12,450,000
$12,450,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$12,450,000
$12,450,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Hydrogen Paratransit Vehicles
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$4,384,585
Project Details
Description
6 expansion hydrogen fuel cell paratransit vehicles (cutaway) including associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.), services (Buy America audit and inspections) and fueling trailer expenses for paratransit services operating as a demo pilot project out of Pace's River Division in Elgin.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$4,384,585
$4,384,585
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,384,585
$4,384,585
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Purchase 30' Diesel Buses
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project is a new contract awarded in September 2019 for a new five?yearindefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract for 30’ low floor diesel buses. Theminimum quantity to be purchased under this contract is 67 buses and the totalnumber of buses procured will not exceed the maximum amount of 164.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,500,000
$0
$0
$4,500,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$80,261,908
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
A total of 67 buses have been ordered to date. The first order consisted of 23 buses, all of which are in service. These were delayed due to the COVID-19 crisis. The second order consisted of 44 buses. All of the buses under the second order were received, with the final bus delivered in February 2023. The buses service the areas currently serviced by Fox Valley and Batavia. Pace will not pursue purchasing anymore buses under this contract. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 04.01.2024
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Purchase 40' Diesel Buses
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Replacement diesel buses (40') - Pace plans to replace 78 diesel buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$41,786,531
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace placed an order for the delivery of a total of 85 buses. To date, all 85 buses have been received and are in service. The buses are expected to service the routes currently serviced by West Division. This will be the final update on this project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$0
$0
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$75,896,625
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace awarded a new contract for the purchase of additional vehicles in March 2022. The first order was a quantity of 47 CNG buses. The production of these vehicles has been put on hold during this reporting period. A portion of these vehicles will be utilized at the Northwest Wheeling Garage, which is an ongoing project. As Pace establishes a construction schedule for the Wheeling Garage, a production scheduled will be developed for the order of 47 buses. Pace may reevaluate purchasing CNG buses vs electric buses as well.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Metra
Rail Station Improvements
Rail
$21,407,500
$186,132,414
$457,763,186
$271,630,772
Rehabilitation and upgrades to station buildings, platforms, and parking lots.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
59th/60th ST. Station (U. of Chicago)
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the complete rehabilitation of the 59th/60th Street (U. of Chicago) station facility in Chicago along the Metra Electric Line. As part of the project, the 60th Street entrance will be reopened. Additional project elements include, but may not be limited to, lighting, sidewalk, bike facilities, landscape enhancements and other related work. The project will leverage $2,500,000 from the University of Chicago.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$69,600,000
$0
$0
$69,600,000
Last Updated 06.22.2023
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79th St., 87th St, 103rd St. Stations Metra Electric
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project funds the complete rehabilitation of the 79th Street, 87th Street and 103rd Street Stations in Chicago along with the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The project scope includes the repair or replacement of aging shelter enclosures, station lighting upgrades, and platform renovation work. Additional project elements may include but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, bench repairs, and other related work as needed. The station will be made fully ADA accessible upon completion of the project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$66,150,000
$0
$0
$66,150,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$45,778,261
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
To reduce the impact on customers, the work is done in stages so that no more than two of the stations are closed at one time. The 79th street station is the first one to undergo construction followed by 103rd Street station and 87th Street station at the end. Construction activities are progressing at 79th Street station with work being done at the street level. Work includes elevator cab installation and cable pulling from track level to the electrical room, as well as tile installation in the stairway walls. Construction activities continue at the 103rd Street station with framing for the platform roof ongoing, as well as platform deck panel installation.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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91st Street-Beverly Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$1,930,000
Project Details
Description
The project may include but is not limted to restoration of the Historic Depot, including insulating the walls and ceiling, and adding new windows, improving the waiting room, and other interior improvements. A new shelter and a reconstructed parking lot may be considered and may require land aquisition or land swap with the city of Chicago. Improvements to the foundation may including raising a portion of the building to eliminate the existing ramp to platform.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,930,000
$1,930,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,930,000
$1,930,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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95th Street Station CSU
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the rehabilitation of the 95th Street / Chicago State University Station on the Metra Electric Line in Chicago. The project elements may include the replacement and/or rehabilitation of station platforms, new lighting, rehabilitation of the headhouse, repair or replacement of roofs, installation of warming shelters, new platform amenities, and other related work. The project may also include wayfinding signage or other station identifiers. A new tunnel entrance will be added and parking facility upgrades will be completed. The station will be made fully accessible with the addition of elevators.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$56,000,000
$0
$0
$56,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$53,000,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The design for this station has been completed. Metra is currently in the procurement process to award a contract for the construction portion of the project.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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107th St. (Beverly Hills) Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide design engineering funds for the 107th St. (Beverly Hills) station on the Rock Island (RI) Line in the Beverly Hills neighborhood of Chicago. Rehabilitation of the existing station warming shelter that is appropriate for the historic neighborhood will be completed in future phases of the project. Project activities may include, but are not limited to, parking lot renovations, ADA improvements, new lighting around the station, additional shelters and bicycle parking, and other activities as needed. This is a multi-year, multi-phase project that will fund design engineering services and any environmental analyses as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Construction funds are provided in later years.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,600,000
$0
$0
$1,600,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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111th St. Station / Pullman
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the rehabilitation of the 111th Street / Pullman Station on the Metra Electric District Line in Chicago. The project elements may include the replacement and/or rehabilitation ofstation platforms, new lighting, gatehouse/head house rehabilitation, replacement of leaking roofs, installation of new warming shelters, new platform amenities, and other related work. The project mayalso include wayfinding signage or other station identifiers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$20,750,000
$0
$0
$20,750,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$20,750,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The design for this station is 40% complete. The design is currently on hold until the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process is complete. Coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is required as part of the NEPA process since the station is located in a historic district.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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115th St Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide design engineering funds for the 115th St. (Morgan Park) station on the Rock Island (RI) Line in the Morgan Park neighborhood of Chicago. A new station warming shelter will be constructed with distinctive architectural elements and materials that are appropriate for the historic neighborhood. The project scope includes parking lot renovations, ADA improvements, the installation of shelters, bicycle parking, and landscaping improvements. This is a multi-year project that will fund design engineering services and any environmental analyses as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,220,000
$0
$0
$8,220,000
Last Updated 03.16.2023
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147th St. - Sibley Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project consists of the complete rehabilitation of the 147th St. (Sibley Blvd.) station facility in Harvey along with the Metra Electric (ME) Line in Harvey. The project scope includes renovation of the station entrance, heated warming shelters, a canopy over half of the platform. Additional project elements include, but may not be limited to, lighting, sidewalk, bike facilities, landscape enhancements, and other related work.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$20,000,000
$0
$0
$20,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$19,722,535
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction and punchlist activities are ongoing at the station. The contractor received the last shipment of light fixtures and began installing them on the platform level. Actvities related to pouring asphalt by the parking lot, installation of plants and sod at the station entrance, and installation of concrete pavers at the Kiss-And-Ride station entrance were completed. The contractor continues elevator work, as well as metal panels at the headhouse, warming shelters, and other areas.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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Arlington Park Station-Parking
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Metra intends to exercise a clause in the lease contract to purchase the parking lot area for the Arlington Park station on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line. Metra has leased a 9.3-acre parking lot from the owners of the Arlington Park Racecourse since 2002. It was announced in 2021 that the horse racing track would close, and the property will be sold off. Metra seeks to purchase the land to avoid annual rent costs, which will result in significant savings, and to allow flexibility for long-range planning of the station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,237,000
$0
$0
$6,237,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Ashburn Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project provides a new climate-controlled shelter, ADA access ramp, and bicycle parking at the Ashburn station on the SouthWest Service (SWS) Line. Project activities may include but are not limited to improvements to the existing parking lots, landscaping, upgrades to lighting, and other site improvements.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$300,000
$0
$0
$300,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Auburn Park New Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The new station in the Auburn Park neighborhood of Chicago will feature a platform-length canopy and heated headhouse with two elevators. The station will include a center boarding platform with a staircase down to street level entrance tunnel, a landscaped plaza with benches, canopy, bicycle parking, and a vendor space Metra will lease. A parking lot will include 79 parking stalls, 5 ADA parking spaces, and a passenger drop-off lane. The new station will be fully ADA accessible.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$18,400,000
$0
$0
$18,400,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$33,178,767
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The construction activities are in progress. The contractor completed the vendor building walls and Union Ave curb, sidewalk, and ADA ramps. In addition to that, the ongoing work includes the retaining wall and bridge deck waterproofing as well as demolition to prepare for the elevated station and the underground electrical installation.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Bicycle Parking
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Metra was awarded CMAQ grants for the purchase and installation of bicycle parking facilities at stations across the system. Specific locations are to be determined
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$467,500
$0
$0
$467,500
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$85,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra reached the 100% design submittal which is currently under review. Once the review is completed, any final comments will be addressed and Metra will proceed to develop the Invitation for Bid documents.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Blue Island Transfer Facility
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project includes, but is not limited to, the complete rehabilitation of the RID Vermont Streetstation in Blue Island. Work for this project will include, but not be limited to, historic rehabilitation,and improvements to: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, ticket office, and railroad staff office space. Site improvements may include sidewalks, ADA curb cuts, benches, and landscaping. Other improvements to the Blue Island Interagency Transfer facility may include, but are not limited to, additional interagency signage at the Rock Island District and Metra Electric District stations adjacent to Vermont Street in Blue Island.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$983,006
$0
$0
$983,006
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Braeside Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$400,000
Project Details
Description
This project will address ADA accessibility exceptions throughout the station. Project activities will include but are not limited to sidewalk improvements, new curb ramps, a new climate-controlled shelter with on-demand heating elements, new LED light fixtures, improvements to stairs, handrails, guardrails, parking lot rehabilitation, and rehabilitation of the platforms. Upon completion, this station will be made fully ADA-compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Cicero Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$4,475,000
Project Details
Description
This project will replace the existing temporary station structure, address accessibility exceptions, and improve the state of good repair issues at the Cicero station located along the BNSF Line in Cicero, IL. The temporary structure was constructed following the 2018 BNSF train derailment that destroyed a portion of the headhouse and ramp enclosure. Project activities include but are not limited to reconstructing the headhouse and ramp enclosure, demolishing the existing temporary wooden structure and damaged concrete surfaces, improving the concrete retaining walls, the addition of ceiling-mounted HVAC heaters, new LED light fixtures, mounted speakers, and electric work, signage, seating benches, and other improvements as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,435,000
$3,435,000
State
$0
$0
$1,040,000
$1,040,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,475,000
$4,475,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Clarendon Hills Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project redevelops the Clarendon Hills Station on the Metra BNSF line. The station improvements include new platrofm canopies, enclosed shelters, benches, and covered bike parking. The shelters will feature green roofs. The parking lot improvements will feature kiss?and?ride areas on both sides of the tracks. Landscaping improvements will also be included.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,750,000
$0
$0
$3,750,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$3,750,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra entered into an Intergovermental Agreement (IGA) with the Village of Clarendon Hills for the reconstruction of the station. This project is part of the Village of Clarendon Hills downtown revitalization project. The Village procured a contractor and led the construction project. The substantial completion was reached in the first quarter of 2022. This is the final update on this project.
Last Updated 07.10.2022
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Congress Park Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide construction funds for the rehabilitation of the Congress Park station facility along the BNSF Line. The station will be rehabilitated to be ADA compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Downtown Public Address System
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project consists of purchasing public address (PA) equipment that will be used at various locations in Metra's downtown Chicago terminals. The new PA system will be designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,800,000
$0
$0
$1,800,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Downtown Station Signs
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will design, purchase, and install new digital train tracking displays and backlit station identification signs. Video boards will display real-time train tracking and service alerts as well as other visual information. At least one sign is planned to be installed at and or near the primary entrance to Metra's five downtown Chicago terminals. New train tracking displays will improve our communication with the customer and better accommodate ESL and/or non-English speakers and improve ADA compliance. Backlit station identification signs will greet Metra riders as they board and depart the terminal stations. This is a multi-year, multi-phase project that will fund design engineering services and any environmental analyses as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Construction funds are provided in later years.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,530,000
$0
$0
$1,530,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Edgebrook Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$400,000
Project Details
Description
Project funds will be utilized to construct one or two new climate-controlled shelters and other improvements at the Edgebrook station on the Milwaukee District North (MDN) Line in Chicago. Additional project elements may include but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, entrance staircase and ADA ramp repairs, new signage and station displays, parking lot improvements, new curb ramps, and other related work as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,200,000
$0
$400,000
$1,600,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Elevator Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$8,986,515
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will renovate, replace, or upgrade elevators at various locations throughout the entire Metra system. New elevators will be built to the industry best practice specifications set by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) to ensure the new elevators are reliable and resilient as well as ADA-compliant. This project is part of Metra’s ongoing commitment to achieving full accessibility across the system.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,665,129
$4,665,129
State
$0
$0
$4,321,386
$4,321,386
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$12,300,000
$0
$8,986,515
$21,286,515
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$9,400,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The elevator modernization for Millennium Station and Grand & Cicero are in the design development phase with 60% design under review and incorporating comments. Metra is also working on task order amendments. A systemwide elevator inspection and assessment is in progress as well as having proposals being evaluated.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Elmhurst Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund Metra’s portion of a larger station renovation/expansion in Elmhurst. It will leverage CMAQ funds obtained by the Village of Elmhurst to construct a larger station to accommodate the growing ridership.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,000,000
$0
$0
$5,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$3,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Preliminary engineering and NEPA process were completed. The Village of Elmhurst is leading the design with their consultant. The designer reached 90% design and is under Metra review. The development to 100% design has been initiated.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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Evanston Davis St. Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$17,025,000
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the station, including improvements to the platforms, canopies, shelters, stairs, ramps leading to the platforms, lighting, wayfinding and informational signage. Evanston-Davis Street is a historic station, and the design improvements must respect and reflect the historic nature of the station while improving station amenities.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,250,000
$5,250,000
State
$0
$0
$11,775,000
$11,775,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$23,000,000
$0
$17,025,000
$40,025,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Forest Glen Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$1,390,000
Project Details
Description
The Forest Glen Station will undergo a multi-phase rehabilitation. Phase 1 will replace the inbound and outbound platforms with new heated platforms that will include tactile strips for ADA compliance, reconstruct the entry staircase with heated stairs, and replace the deficient and outdated station depot with a temporary shelter. Following design engineering services, Phase 2 will add a new, heated station depot to replace the temporary shelter. New wayfinding signage and other station identifiers will be added as well. Upon completion of Phase 3, the station will be made fully ADA-accessible with the installation of a ramp or elevator and potential pathway improvements, along with other necessary ADA compliance measures.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,390,000
$1,390,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$400,000
$0
$1,390,000
$1,790,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Glen Ellyn Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$4,000,000
Project Details
Description
This community-led project will utilize a federal discretionary grant to completely rehabilitate the Glen Ellyn station depot and facility, which is located on the Union Pacific West (UP-W) Line. The Village of Glen Ellyn is currently in the Final Design phase ahead of the construction phase, which is expected to include a new depot, reconstructed platforms, rehabilitation of the existing pedestrian tunnel, and rebuilding parking lots on the north and south ends of the new tunnel to enhance all modes to entering and exiting the station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Harvey Transportation Center - Metra
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$8,230,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The Pace Harvey Transportation Center and Metra Harvey Station Improvements is a joint Metra and Pace venture along with the City of Harvey to redevelop the existing Harvey Transportation Center and improve the Metra commuter rail station to form a magnet for new businesses and new residents to the City of Harvey. Improvements will include a new station entrance, new platform headhouses, waiting areas, elevators, an expanded platform with a canopy, new parking with a kiss-and-ride lane, and new lighting. Signs and other station amenities will also be added to improve the passenger experience.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$8,230,000
$8,230,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$29,770,000
$0
$8,230,000
$38,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$45,250,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
This project is in the design phase. The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process has been completed. The design is progressing and is currently at 30% completion. Pace and Metra held an open house in January to get the community’s feedback on the design alternatives for the new Transportation Center. Community engagement is ongoing.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Hickory Creek Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the Hickory Creek station in Mokena. The project will fund the repair of the depot an the station facilities. Platform work may be included as needed. Additional project elements may include, but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, station lighting upgrades, and other related work as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Highlands Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$2,610,000
Project Details
Description
The project will include the rehabilitation of the existing Highlands historic shelter and depot and address ADA accessibility throughout the station. These improvements will include but are not limited to sidewalks, heating in shelters, lighting, stairs, handrails, guardrails, and signage improvements. Other improvements include leakage repairs, parking lot rehabilitation, platform rehabilitation, and potential track improvements. Improvements will be made with the consideration of the historic station in mind.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,610,000
$2,610,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$750,000
$0
$2,610,000
$3,360,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Homewood Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Additional construction funds are provided to this project to complete the rehabilitation of the Homewood Metra Station and associated intermodal facilities on the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The scope of work may include, but is not limited to, general tunnel rehabilitation, tunnel drainage solutions, elevator and stair improvements, the addition of a pedestrian ramp into the tunnel on the west end of the station, platform improvements, warming shelter, and head house improvements, and improvements to the Pace and Amtrak facilities.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$17,267,397
$0
$0
$17,267,397
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$20,461,735
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The parking lot with 53 parking spaces was completed. The 100% station design review was completed in this reporting period by Metra and their PMO. The General Contractor was given NTP in March, and crews have mobilized on site and continued construction on the station. Currently, construction is 70% complete.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Hubbard Woods Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project includes the rehabilitation of the historic north head house, replacement of the platforms, construction of a pedestrian bridge, installation of elevators to the platforms and platform shelters. Design engineering services for the station rehabilitation is currently underway.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$17,000,000
$0
$0
$17,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Indian Hill Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$2,300,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the rehabilitation of the Indian Hill station on the Union Pacific North (UP-N) Line in Winnetka. The station will be made fully ADA accessible with the addition of elevators, the rehabilitation of the existing pedestrian tunnel, a new tunnel and entrance, and a new ADA-compliant ramp near the station depot. Rehabilitation of the historic station depot will be completed, as well as rehabilitation of the station canopies, windbreaks, and other features of the station. The project elements may include the replacement and/or rehabilitation of station platforms, new lighting, tuck point masonry repairs, new platform amenities, wayfinding signage, other station identifiers, and other related work. The parking lot will be resurfaced as part of the project as well.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,300,000
$2,300,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,300,000
$2,300,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Ivanhoe Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$1,700,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the full rehabilitation of the Ivanhoe station on the Metra Electric (ME) Line. Project activities include but are not limited to replacing all track-level station facilities, installing a new elevator, addressing various ADA-compliant elements, and improving the passenger drop-off and pick-up areas. Retaining wall repairs and the replacement of precast platform panels will be completed as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,700,000
$1,700,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,700,000
$1,700,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Kedzie Station-Retaining Wall
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the repair of a retaining wall and staircase located at the entrance to the Kedzie station on the UP-W Line. The retaining wall is integral to the station and needs to be repaired to improve safety and avoid additional damage to the infrastructure of the station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$250,000
$0
$0
$250,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Kenilworth Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$750,000
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the Kenilworth station facility. The project scope includes extensive repairs to the station depot, including tuckpointing, masonry restoration, and roof tile repairs. Additional project elements may include but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, entrance staircase repairs, and other related work as needed. This is a multi-year, multi-phase project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$750,000
$750,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,200,000
$0
$750,000
$1,950,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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LaGrange Road Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the LaGrange Road station facility in LaGrange along the BNSF line. The scope of work will include but is not limited to, replacing the station depot and windbreak roofs, renovating the station depot heating and ventilation systems, repairs to brick and stone, tuckpointing, and refinishing the interior of the station depot. Additional project elements include, but are not limited to, sidewalk accessibility improvements, bicycle facility upgrades, and drainage repairs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,125,000
$0
$0
$3,125,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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LaSalle Street Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$1,000,000
Project Details
Description
LaSalle Street station is currently the downtown Chicago terminal for the Rock Island (RI) Line and the planned future terminal for the SouthWest Service (SWS) Line. The current design and layout of the terminal provide limited waiting space and lack customer amenities that are common for modern transit terminals. Metra’s first battery-electric trainsets and battery-electric locomotives are slated to initiate service on the RI Line first and will require modifications to the terminal to add express electrical charging dock(s). Project funds will be utilized to conduct a planning study beginning in 2025 with subsequent funding for later project phases.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Luminous Platform Signs
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The scope of work would include the design, fabrication, installation, and 3 years of warranty and maintenance of thin panel LED, luminous platform signs at up to six Metra stations. Training for Metra staff for the ongoing troubleshooting and operations of the new signs, and training of Metra staff and forces for the potential installation of future phases of luminous signs would also be included. Limited user testing and customer survey evaluations would also be included. Installation of hard-wired electrical power at all locations, and potential electrical upgrades to electrical service and panels would be included as needed. New photosensors and radar systems to trigger the brightening of otherwise dimly-lit signs upon train approach would also be installed as part of the scope of work.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$141
$0
$0
$141
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Millennium Station-MEP Upgrades
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund upgrades to the aging Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems at the Millennium Station, which is the downtown Chicago terminal of the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The scope of work may include, but is not limited to, replacement of the boiler system, replacement of the HVAC, upgrading MEP components, the installation of drainage solutions, related engineering design services, and other activities as needed. This is a multi-year, phase-funded project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,380,000
$0
$0
$6,380,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$3,400,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction work for the Millenium Station boiler replacement was completed during this reporting period. Metra Force Account started work in this reporting period for the LED light conversion project. Air handler units work are expected to in the next reporting period.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Ogilvie Station Tile Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will replace tile flooring in the Ogilvie Transportation Center concourse. This project will install vapor barriers and replace existing floor tiles with new slip-resistant floor tiles where necessary.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$500,000
$0
$0
$500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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O'Hare Area Station Pedestrian Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$187,500
Project Details
Description
This project will create a conceptual design of a climate-controlled pedestrian pathway between the O'Hare Transfer Metra Station and the O'Hare Multimodal Facility (MMF) and a study to review the spatial requirements to install new stub-end tracks at the Metra O’Hare Transfer station. The scope of this project will be limited to preliminary design until a concept design is established and funding for future phases is identified.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$187,500
$187,500
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$750,000
$0
$187,500
$937,500
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Olympia Fields Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$27,000,000
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the Olympia Fields station along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The station will be rehabilitated to meet ADA compliance standards and the existing pedestrian tunnel will be renovated. The existing Kiss & Ride facilities will be improved as well. Upon completion, the station will be made fully ADA-accessible. The project elements may include the replacement and/or rehabilitation of station platforms, new lighting, headhouse rehabilitation, the replacement of leaking roofs, installation of warming shelters, new platform amenities, and other maintenance-related work.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$9,000,000
$9,000,000
State
$0
$0
$18,000,000
$18,000,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$11,328,326
$0
$27,000,000
$38,328,326
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Parking Lot Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$5,875,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund major parking lot renovations throughout the system. Parking lots have a shorter useful life than stations, therefore, must be overhauled even if the station does not require rehabilitation. Project activities may include but are not limited to, parking surface grinding, asphalt peeling, asphalt resurfacing, blacktop seal coating, patch repairs, new or replacement signage, and the repair or replacement of collection boxes as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,875,000
$5,875,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,460,000
$0
$5,875,000
$10,335,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Passenger Information
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The current General Electric announcement system has become outdated and there are no upgrades available. This project will include, but is not limited to, the purchase and installation of LCD displays and associated communications equipment throughout the Metra system. This project will allow for more timely information on arriving trains and allow for improvements including digital LCD displays and automated announcements. The displays could show train(s) arriving at the station, estimated time of arrival, stops made by the train, and any service alerts that may influence service. The screens would be connected to a server via a direct network that could display e-alerts, rail time tracker information, advertising and other information on the screens to inform Metra customers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,223,788
$0
$0
$1,223,788
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Peterson Ridge New Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The new station in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago will be built to modern standards and feature a platform-length canopy and a heated headhouse. Four ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps and six staircases will provide numerous access points that are accessible to all. A landscaped plaza with benches and bicycle parking will be installed at the station entrance. A passenger drop-off drive aisle, five accessible parking stalls, and 50 parking stalls will be constructed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,700,000
$0
$0
$6,700,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$28,829,765
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Design for the new station was completed. The contracts for construction management and construction contractor were procured and awarded in June and July 2021, respectively. Notice to Proceeds were issued in June 2021 for the Construction Manager and August 2021 for the Construction Contractor. The project had a stop work order in place but it was rescinded. The contractor completed landscaping activities, and final elements and reached substantial completion during this reporting period. A station opening was held in May of this year. Punchlist activities continue. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Pingree Road Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$5,095,000
Project Details
Description
The Pingree Road Station improvement project will include the rehabilitation of the platforms and improvements to the ramp, both of which are necessary to ensure ADA accessibility. Improvements to the retaining wall will also be completed at the Pingree Road Station, which is along the UP-NW line in Crystal Lake.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,095,000
$5,095,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$200,000
$0
$5,095,000
$5,295,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Platform Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$8,070,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project funds the rehabilitation or replacement of several passenger boarding platforms each year and may include improvements to access pathways as necessary. Platform cracks, fissures, and buckling will be addressed to ensure the boarding platforms are level and safe. Improvements will be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and may include the installation or replacement of deteriorated tactile surfaces with ADA-compliant “truncated dome” surfaces.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$8,070,000
$8,070,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$26,620,000
$0
$8,070,000
$34,690,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$12,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Platform work at Chicago-Ridge, Willow Springs, Mundelein, Jefferson Park, Barrington Station, Franklin Park, New Lenox, and West Hinsdale were completed. Work continued at 103rd Street station platform and is at 40% complete and on hold. Work continued at the Oak Lawn station and is at 50% complete. Wood dale station is also 50% complete.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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River Forest Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the River Forest station and associated retaining walls that are located along the Union Pacific West (UP-W) Line. The historic station was originally constructed in 1915 and is currently inaccessible. The project scope includes extensive repairs to the entrance ramps, retaining walls, and platforms. Additional project elements may include but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, entrance staircase repairs, and other related work as needed. This is a multi-year, multi-phase project that will fund design engineering services and any environmental analyses as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The station will be made fully ADA accessible upon completion of the project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$900,000
$0
$0
$900,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Riverside Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$400,000
Project Details
Description
Project funds will be utilized to address code compliance issues at the historic Riverside station located on the BNSF Line. Tactile stripping will be added to the concrete portion of the platform edge. Signage, staircases, ramps, and station doors will be repaired to meet accessibility requirements. Interior restorations and improvements may be necessary to make the restroom accessible. Upon completion, this station will be made fully ADA-compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Rogers Park Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$34,915,000
Project Details
Description
This project will completely rehabilitate the northernmost Metra station in the City of Chicago. The Rogers Park station is located on the Union Pacific North (UP-N) Line atop a retaining wall section that was originally constructed in 1916. The project scope includes extensive repairs to the station depot and entrance ramps and shelters, including the installation of a shelter along the tracks above grade. Station lighting upgrades and platform renovation work will be completed as needed. Additional project elements may include but are not limited to, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, entrance staircase repairs, and other related work as needed. This multi-year project will fund design engineering services and any environmental analyses as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Construction funds are provided in later years.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$14,500,000
$14,500,000
State
$0
$0
$20,415,000
$20,415,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,400,000
$0
$34,915,000
$39,315,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Round Lake Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
To accommodate the Cedar Lake Road Realignment project led by Lake County, portions of the Round Lake station will have to be relocated and reconstructed. The Cedar Lake Road will bisect the station's platform as they are currently located, therefore, the platforms will need to be rebuild due east. Lake County will fund the station infrastructure components that are directly impacted by the project in full. Metra is taking the opportunity to reevaluate the station site plan and to consider Metra-funded improvements. Funds programmed in 2022 will finance engineering and design services. Construction funds are provided in later years.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,600,000
$0
$0
$1,600,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Shelters
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$2,240,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the installation of shelters at stations across the entire Metra system to provide passengers with climate-controlled waiting space. Multiple project locations will be designed and constructed in bundled packages. Related improvements may be included in the project construction phase such as new pathways, retaining walls, staircases, handrails, accessibility elements, signage, and other minor improvements.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$2,240,000
$2,240,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,525,000
$0
$2,240,000
$10,765,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$6,025,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Aluminum shelters continue to be installed throughout the system. Currently, shelter installation is on hold at Morton Grove, Western Ave., 67th St., 83rd St.. Western Avenue and Woodstock had the NEPA review completed and are at 90% design and continuing. Procurement packages for the next package of stations is in process.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Solar Canopies
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Metra will investigate the feasibility of erecting solar canopy systems at Metra-owned stations and parking lots. Metra will study the benefits and costs of offering electric vehicle charging stations that utilize power derived from solar canopies positioned above parking stalls. Project activities include but are not limited to feasibility studies, site surveys, professional services, preliminary engineering, and construction activities.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$300,000
$0
$0
$300,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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South Water St. Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide construction funds to rehabilitate the South Water Street station access points and station facilities along the Metra Electric. The repair work may include, but is not limited to, replacement of floors and the suspended ceiling in the waiting area, updated lighting fixtures, restroom updates, and upgraded heating and air conditioning.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$10,000,000
$0
$0
$10,000,000
Last Updated 03.16.2023
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Station ADA Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$3,600,000
Project Details
Description
This project is part of Metra’s ongoing effort to bring commuter rail stations into compliance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Platform and access work may be completed as necessary. ADA infrastructure deficiencies will be addressed by this project. Repair services and construction materials will be funded by this annual project. This project identifies the specific work that will be done to bring the key stations into compliance. At these stations, existing platforms will be rehabilitated, and deteriorated tactile surfaces will be replaced with ADA-compliant “truncated dome” type surfaces. Platform and pathway improvements may also be completed under this project. Metra forces may complete some project activities for cost savings and to expedite repairs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,600,000
$3,600,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,900,000
$0
$3,600,000
$9,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Station Displays (TROI Net)
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The TROI-Net Station Displays Project is the design and rollout of the next generation of Metra's VIS Signs as they reach the end of their useful life and require replacement. Instead of one VIS Sign per station, TROI-Net Station Displays will be installed at more than one location at most stations. To meet accessibility requirements and like the current VIS Signs, TROI-Net Station Displays will provide the visual part of Metra's Audio/Visual announcements at stations. TROI-Net Station Displays will also provide live train tracking information, customer information messages, and emergency messages to Metra’s customers.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$13,536,320
$0
$0
$13,536,320
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$9,600,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Displays have begun being delivered in this reporting period but delivery of brackets are still waiting for delivery. Installation has begun and 32 stations have been completed with 64 monitors installed.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Station Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$5,585,000
Project Details
Description
State of good repair (SOGR) deficiencies at Metra stations that have been previously identified will be addressed by this project. Repair costs, labor, and construction materials will be funded by this annual project. Specific activities may include but are not limited to, the repair or replacement of roofs, masonry improvements, and tuck-pointing, door and window replacement, concrete repair work, improvements to interior spaces, replacement or repair of lighting, drainage improvements, and repairs to exterior station elements. Metra forces may complete some project activities for cost savings and to expedite repairs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,585,000
$5,585,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,800,000
$0
$5,585,000
$12,385,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Systemwide Station Signs
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$31,988,399
Project Details
Description
This project will replace Metra station identification signs throughout the entire Metra system. A majority of these signs were installed in the early 1980s and are reaching the end of their useful life. The new signs will be designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), coordinate color schemes with the rail line branding, and improve wayfinding to more easily decern the direction of travel from each boarding platform.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$14,634,813
$14,634,813
State
$0
$0
$17,353,586
$17,353,586
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,075,000
$0
$31,988,399
$39,063,399
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Ticket Vending Machines
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project is the first phase of installing up to 310 ticket vending machines (TVMs) at selected stations throughout the Metra system to provide added amenities to Metra customers. The TVMs will offer a variety of ticket purchasing options and make purchasing tickets faster, easier, and more convenient for our customers. The TVMs will be fully ADA-accessible and will offer the ability to purchase tickets using contactless cards and mobile wallet applications and will no longer need to insert debit/credit cards into the machine.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$46,160,000
$0
$0
$46,160,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$46,000,090
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
This project is currently in the production phase. The manufacturing of ticket vending machines continued during this reporting period. One hundred and thirty-four (134) total TVM’s have been delivered and installed. The extended pilot program continues with the newly installed TVM’s.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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University Park Station-Ramps & Canopies
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will provide construction funds for the rehabilitation of the University Park station along the Metra Electric (ME) Line. The station will be rehabilitated to be ADA compliant and the existing pedestrian ramps will be renovated. Additional construction funds will be provided in future programs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,200,000
$0
$0
$1,200,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Van Buren St. Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$28,500,000
$28,500,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
A complete renovation of the downtown Chicago terminal station will rehabilitate the existing historic waiting rooms, replace the roof assembly while maintaining the green roof, and will replace the pedestrian tunnel in the park. A new 'pop-up' entrance in Grant Park will add a new access stair case and elevator and add an ADA-compliant ramp connecting to the pedestrian bridge. The pedestrian tunnel under Michigan Ave will be waterproofed and a new elevator will be added to the Jackson Blvd platform. The scope of work includes rehabilitation of the stair enclosures and elevator west of Michigan Avenue, replacement of the platforms, new full-length platform canopies, heated warming shelters, construction of a new vendor space at lower level, and all new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing throughout the station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$28,500,000
$0
$28,500,000
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$28,500,000
$0
$28,500,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$48,126,300
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Metra awarded the consultant contract for station concept design. The concept design is at 15% completion and on hold pending completion of lakefront ordinance protection, NEPA, and environmental processes. Documents are being prepared to be submitted for lakefront ordinance for approval. Environmental and NEPA work is ongoing. The Memorandum of Understanding was completed during this reporting period. There was a solicitation for a new LIQ blanket for design services to get the design from 10% to 30% and then a separate solicitation from 30% to 100%. The design is expected to be completed in the beginning of 2027.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
Van Buren Street Short-Term Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$2,500,000
Project Details
Description
Metra’s historic 1890-era Van Buren Street station, located partially underground and within Grant Park in Chicago, has numerous state of good repair deficiencies. Metra’s Engineering Department will conduct cost-effective, short-term improvements to mitigate water intrusion and other deficiencies to ensure the station remains safe to operate in the interim before the planned station rehabilitation. Project activities include but are not limited to repairing concrete and paint along the staircases and stairwell walls, mitigating water infiltration, removing water-damaged ceilings, reconstructing ceilings and adding lighting, repairing the leaky platform canopy, improving telecommunication systems, and platform repairs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Waukegan Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will rehabilitate the inbound and outbound platforms. Platform light poles and fixtures on both platforms will be replaced. New on-platform shelters will be removed and reinstalled. Project activities may also include renovations to the interior of the station depot.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$950,000
$0
$0
$950,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
West Chicago Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$900,000
Project Details
Description
The project involves the rehabilitation of the West Chicago Station facility. Work to be done may include, but is not limited to, rehabilitation of the access tunnels, stairs, ramps, waiting room, platforms, lighting, retaining wall improvements, and painting. Project funds will be used for construction as design and engineering have been accomplished under a separate project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$900,000
$900,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$600,000
$0
$900,000
$1,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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West Hinsdale Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$3,510,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund new shelters with on-demand heating and platform improvements. Repairs to stairs, handrails, and guardrails will be completed as well. New accessible paths will ensure ADA compliance and new lighting will be added throughout the station. A staircase at the east end of the station must be fully replaced. The project scope may also include the upgrade and relocation of visual information signage (VIS), updated landscaping, and new site amenities. Upon completion, this station will be made fully ADA-compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,510,000
$3,510,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,250,000
$0
$3,510,000
$4,760,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
West Pullman Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$1,000,000
Project Details
Description
This project will renovate the West Pullman station located on the Metra Electric (ME) Line’s Blue Island branch and near Pace’s planned Pulse Halsted bus station. Project activities will include but are not limited to replacing the existing platform, constructing accessible entrance ramps, and a new warming shelter, reconstructing the parking lot to be ADA accessible, upgrading lighting, adding station displays, and adding new signage. Upon completion, this station will be made fully ADA-compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Western Ave Station BNS
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project funds the design and renovation of the Western Avenue station facility in the West Side of Chicago along the BNSF Line. The project scope may include, but is not limited to, the repair or replacement of aging shelter enclosures, station lighting upgrades, and platform renovation work. Additional project elements may include, sidewalk repairs, upgraded bike facilities, landscape enhancements, and other related work as needed. The station will be made fully ADA accessible upon completion of the project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$300,000
$0
$0
$300,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Westmont Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project involves installing a new heated-platform technology that the village requested. The heated platform will reduce the amount of snow and ice build-up during winter months, nearly eliminating the need for manual snow removal.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$22,100,000
$0
$0
$22,100,000
Last Updated 03.16.2023
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Woodstock Station-Warming Shelter
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This is a community-initiated project from the City of Woodstock, which has a contract with the design consultant. Metra will reimburse the City of Woodstock for design and will bid it out for construction. The project will add a new warming shelter on the inbound platform side located across the tracks from the current Woodstock Metra Station that will have on-demand heating. The shelter will have finishes that complement the Station, matching the style and architecture of its context.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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CTA
All Stations Accessibility Program
System
$20,960,000
$120,118,578
$462,960,000
$342,841,422
The purpose of this Program is to support accessibility in locations throughout the CTA system. ASAP’s emphasis is on making all platforms and stations vertically accessible so that people with mobility impairments can use the rail system. ASAP upgrades also include accessible entrances/doors, accessible routes from curbs to platforms, improved directional signage, enhanced lighting as appropriate, removal of platform obstructions, and accessible employee facilities.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
All Station Accessibility Program & Canopies at Montrose
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This job order will provide for the design/construction of two new elevators at the Montrose Blue Line Station. Further this project will fund replacement of canopies at Montrose station.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$31,021,197
$0
$0
$31,021,197
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$24,918,224
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
This project is in the design phase. The 60% design has been submitted to CTA. Design documents have been submitted to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for review and approval.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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All Station Accessibility Program - Austin Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Rehabilitate Rail Stations - ASAP (AUSTIN): This project is part of CTA’s All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP). The goal of ASAP is to create a vertically accessible rail system within 20 years. ASAP also adds accessibility features to vertically inaccessible stations such as sidewalks and crosswalks, power-assisted doors, accessible fare array, braille and signage, accessible Customer Assistance (CA) kiosks and staff toilet rooms, enhanced lighting as appropriate, and expanded platform clearances for wheelchair maneuverability.This project is to improve the vertical accessibility at the Lake Line Austin station (Austin station). The original street level station opened on April 15, 1899 as a section of the “Lake Street Elevated Railroad’s” surface level extension. The current stationhouse was rebuilt in 1962 as part of the project that moved the western end of the Lake Street line from a street level alignment to an abandoned strip of the parallel “Chicago and Northwestern Railway” embankment. The Lake Line began using this elevated right-of-way on the CN&W (today’s Union Pacific) embankment between Laramie and Harlem on Sunday, October 28, 1962. This station has not been upgraded since it was rebuilt. The Austin station has been identified as a station that is not vertically accessible for all customers and will require the installation of an elevator to serve this center platform configuration. Work on this project will also bring elements of the station up to current Chicago Building Code requirements and meet the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 130 Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems emergency egress requirements.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$26,064,000
$0
$0
$26,064,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$22,067,715
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The design for this project has been completed. CTA executed a contract for construction. The contractor is currently working on submittals and permitting.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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All Station Accessibility Program - California Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project with provide for the renovation and expansion of the California Station. It will include a new platform, new emergency exist stairs and two new elevators. The station will be 100% ADA accessible. In addition, state of good repair work will be performed as part of the station renovation.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$36,000,000
$0
$0
$36,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$36,060,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The project is currently in the design phase. The 100% design has been submitted and is currently under review by CTA. The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) approved the design. CTA is working on acquisition of three properties required for the construction of this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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All Station Accessibility Program - Elevator Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$27,100,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
CTA developed the Elevator Replacement Program to strategically maintain existing passenger elevators across the rail system as vertical accessibility is expanded via ASAP. The Elevator Replacement Program will rehabilitate or replace existing passenger elevators throughout the CTA rail system to reduce the backlog of elevator rehabilitation and replacement needs and bring them into a state of good repair. Current funded phase I provides for the replacement of betweenn 16 to 20 elevators and phase II provides for additional 16-20 elevators.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$27,100,000
$27,100,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$36,955,000
$0
$27,100,000
$64,055,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$34,855,000
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The designer completed site assessments and elevator inspections. An assessment report to prioritize the elevator replacement and rehabilitation locations has been developed. The report also provides the scope of work needed for each individual elevator. CTA is working with the designer to put together construction packages based on the priority recommendations from the assessment report to start the Task Order procurement process.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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All Station Accessibility Program - Station Design/Consultant Services (Oak Pk, Ridgeland, Irving Pk, Belmont, Grand, and Division)
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Project provides funding to complete the 100% design plan for all six targeted Stations. Additional funding will be made available to retrofit or rebuild stations to achieve make vertically accessible. Oak Park Green Line (Lake Branch)The proposed scope of work for this station includes: Add a ramp between street level and the stationhouse; Remove the escalator from the stationhouse to the platform in addition to repositioning one set of stairs to allow wheelchair passing space and turning at platform level; Position the elevator connecting the stationhouse and platform between the two sets of stairs; and Reopen the stairs and Euclid Ave. stationhouse at the east end of the platform to provide an additional exit through the existing corridor underneath the inbound tracks.Ridgeland Green Line (Lake Branch) The proposed scope of work for this station includes: The complete renovation and expansion of the Ridgeland Ave stationhouse to include an ADA compliant ramp between street-level and stationhouse; The addition of an elevator from the stationhouse to the platform; Extension of the platform to the west to accommodate the new elevator; Extension of the platform to the east to accommodate a new platform exit stair; and Provide a new exit stair and bridge over the inbound tracks to allow additional exiting at the east end of the platform.Irving Park Blue Line (O’Hare Branch) The proposed scope of work for this station includes: Two new stationhouses each with a CA kiosk and elevators providing access to the north and south ends of the platform (one on the north side of Irving Park Road and one on the east side of Pulaski Road); To add accessibility at this station, the existing stationhouse on the south side of Irving Park Road is proposed to be converted to a stationhouse without a CA kiosk; and The stationhouse on the west side of Pulaski Road will remain unchanged.Belmont Blue Line (O’Hare Branch)The proposed scope of work for this station includes: Maintain all existing stairways and escalators; Provide one elevator for access between street level and the unpaid side of the stationhouse; Provide one elevator for access between the paid side of the stationhouse and the platform; and Install and emergency stairway at the south end of platform and provide street-level exit at northeast quadrant of Barry Ave./ Kimball Ave.Grand /Milwaukee Blue Line (Dearborn Subway)The proposed scope of work for this station includes: Maintain all existing stairways and the escalator that are currently in use; Provide one elevator access within an existing mixed-use building at the northwest corner of Milwaukee / Halsted between street level and the unpaid side of the stationhouse below; Provide a second elevator access between the paid side of the mezzanine-level stationhouse and the platform; Provide a new stairway to the south side of Grand Ave west of Halsted to facilitate bus transfers connecting to a previously closed corridor leading from the stationhouse; and Provide a new exit stair at the south end of the platform connecting the platform to a mezzanine level south side of Milwaukee, with another stairway leading from mezzanine to street level in the southeast quadrant of Milwaukee and Halsted.Division Blue Line (Dearborn Street Subway)The proposed scope of work for this station includes: Maintain the stairway between street level and stationhouse level on the west side of Ashland Ave, and remove the stairway on the east side; Expand the stationhouse to extend underneath the intersection island at street-level known as Polonia Triangle. This expansion will provide a direct connection between Polonia Triangle and the unpaid side of the stationhouse via an elevator, stairway and an up-only escalator; and Provide two stairs and one elevator on paid of the stationhouse between the stationhouse level and platform level. Provide one exit-only stair and one exit-only escalator from platform to stationhouse.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$26,000,000
$0
$0
$26,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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All Station Accessibility Program Elevator Replacement Phase II
Stations & Passenger Facilities
System
$0
$8,916,776
Project Details
Description
CTA developed the Elevator Replacement Program to strategically maintain existing passenger elevators across the rail system as vertical accessibility is expanded via ASAP. The Elevator Replacement Program will rehabilitate or replace existing passenger elevators throughout the CTA rail system to reduce the backlog of elevator rehabilitation and replacement needs and bring them into a state of good repair. Current funded phase I provides for the replacement of 16 elevators and phase II will provide for an additional 16. With this funding a total of 32 elevators are schedule for replacement.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$8,916,776
$8,916,776
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$8,916,776
$8,916,776
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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All Stations Accessibility Program - Escalator Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
System
$0
$15,000,000
Project Details
Description
Project will fund the replacement of a select number of escalators. CTA is currently in development of a PPS document to prioritize the replacement effort. This program upgrades or replaces aging escalators within the system. The general scope of work includes: demolition of the existing escalator, modification of the existing structure, and fabrication and installation of the new escalator. Stations along the Blue line O’Hare branch have been identified as priority locations for escalator replacement.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$15,000,000
$15,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$15,000,000
$15,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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All Stations Accessibility Program - Irving Park and Belmont Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Irving Park and Belmont - O’Hare Blue accessibility enhancments including new elevators.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$100,660,000
$0
$0
$100,660,000
Last Updated 03.15.2023
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All Stations Accessibility Program - Oak Park, Ridgeland
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$13,460,000
Project Details
Description
Partial Construction funds will provide for the Oak Park & Ridgeland Stations on the Green Line.The Oak Park proposed scope of work for this station includes: Add a ramp between street level and the stationhouse; Remove the escalator from the stationhouse to the platform in addition to repositioning one set of stairs to allow wheelchair passing space and turning at platform level; Position the elevator connecting the stationhouse and platform between the two sets of stairs; and reopen the stairs and Euclid Ave. stationhouse at the east end of the platform to provide an additional exit through the existing corridor underneath the inbound tracks.The Ridgeland Green proposed scope of work for this station includes: Complete renovation and expansion of the Ridgeland Ave stationhouse to include an ADA compliant ramp between street-level and stationhouse; addition of an elevator from the stationhouse to the platform; Extension of the platform to the west to accommodate the new elevator; Extension of the platform to the east to accommodate a new platform exit stair; and provide a new exit stair and bridge over the inbound tracks to allow additional exiting at the east end of the platform.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$13,460,000
$13,460,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$61,554,053
$0
$13,460,000
$75,014,053
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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All Stations Accessibility Program - Pulaski Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The project will reconstruct the main Pulaski entrance to replace the current non-compliant ramp to platform level with one elevator and one staircase. The closed Keeler Ave. auxiliary entrance will be reopened, and the ramp will be reconstructed to meet accessibility requirements for landings, providing a redundant pathway not dependent on an elevator. All station signage will be updated for improved wayfinding. At platform level, passenger amenities such as benches or shelters, will be improved with a focus on the head car location where most passengers with disabilities ride.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$47,440,000
$0
$0
$47,440,000
Last Updated 03.15.2023
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All Stations Accessibility Program ? Next Phases
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$64,558,578
Project Details
Description
Project will provide for the next phases of the ASAP Program. Preliminary planned stations under next phases include Clybourn (Red), Cicero and Austin (Blue) and when/if discretionary funding becomes available would likely target additional stations on the blue line.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$51,571,525
$51,571,525
State
$0
$0
$12,987,053
$12,987,053
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$64,558,578
$64,558,578
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Pace
Construct New Support Facilities
Bus
$20,250,000
$82,040,000
$0
$0
Add needed capacity for bus maintenance and storage.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
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New I-55 Garage - Plainfield
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Plainfield Garage - Completion of construction of a new 189,000 square foot bus storage and maintenance facility in Plainfield, housing up to 130 buses with 12 maintenance bays and administrative offices. Pace has executed an I.G.A. with Northern Builders and the village of Plainfield to construct the project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$53,224,352
$0
$0
$53,224,352
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$55,385,593
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction of the facility has been completed in September 2022. Pace received the occupancy permit and the facility operations as well as bus service started in October 2022. Pace added an additional phase to the project to include an electric bus charger and electric car chargers, as well as procurement of various furniture and equipment for the facility and offices. This last phase of the project has reached substantial completion in April 2023. This project is currently in close out.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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New Northwest Garage - Wheeling
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Northwest Wheeling Garage - Completion of the renovation of a 430,000 square feet bus storage and maintenance facility in Wheeling that will replace Pace's Northwest Division garage in Des Plaines. This CNG fueling facility will house approximately 133 buses with 17 maintenance bays and administrative offices.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$79,010,000
$0
$0
$79,010,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$81,130,695
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace has entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Village of Wheeling. The improvements to Old Willow Road have been completed. The initial design has been finalized. The project is in the process of being re-scoped to add the electrification component. Pace is also working on identifying other potential funding sources to complete this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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River Division Electrification/Expansion
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$82,040,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Renovation of River Division located in Elgin, more than doubling the garage’s current capacity, including office space and installation of charging capabilities for electric buses.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$82,040,000
$82,040,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$37,901,526
$0
$82,040,000
$119,941,526
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$112,109,933
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace has entered into a contract for Architectural and Engineering services for pre-design and design services. The contractor completed the pre-design activities, and final pre-design report was submitted to Pace. The adjacent property acquisition has been completed. Pace has completed a Change Order to the design contract to include additional scope for the electrification component. The design activities with the additional scope for electrification have restarted in April and continued this reporting period. The 30% design is expected to be completed by Spring time in 2025.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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South Campus Project - Markham
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will provide for construction, project management oversight, project administration, and any associated equipment and services for the Pace South Campus project. New facilities will be built on a 22-acre site that is situated next door to Pace’s South Division (2107 W. 163rd Place) Garage in Markham, Illinois, which is already owned by Pace. The purpose of this project is to consolidate certain operational functions currently operating at each garage into one location.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,100,000
$0
$0
$7,100,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$38,256,406
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The exterior construction of the buildings has been completed. The contractor continues to work on final elements on the interior of the buildings including framing, drywall, patching and painting. Final adjustments are being performed to the office building for the gas and HVAC systems. The Acceptance Facility is currently waiting on long lead time items that have been purchased.
