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Project Scope Why Is This Work Necessary? How Will This Benefit Red Line Riders?
Red Line South Track Renewal project Cermak-Chinatown to 95th Street Spring/Summer 2013 CTA is planning to rebuild the South Red Line from just north of Cermak-Chinatown to 95th Street. The work will benefit Red Line riders for decades to come—through faster travel times, increased reliability, and spruced-up stations with a variety of improvements. As part of the project, in Spring/Summer 2013 the Red Line will be completely closed from Roosevelt Road to 95th Street for five months. CTA will offer several alternative travel options during this closure to minimize the impact on customers as much as possible (see other side of this page). Cermak- Faster travel times Better reliability Improved stations Chinatown Project scope CTA will replace all of the ties, rails, third rails, drainage system and ballast (the stone material that holds the ties in place) in the Red Line right of way. Additionally, all nine stations along the Dan Ryan Branch will be improved, from basic enhancements like new paint and better lighting Sox-35th to additional customer amenities, like new benches and bike racks. New elevators will be installed at the Garfield, 63rd and 87th Street stations—making the entire South Red Line fully accessible. 47th Garfield Why is this work necessary? The Dan Ryan Branch was built in 1969, when Richard Nixon was in the White House, a gallon 63rd of gas cost 35 cents and Gale Sayers won the NFL rush- ing title. The original tracks are well beyond their expected Dan Ryan terminal dedication 1969 lifespan, and call for a complete replacement. -
Wilson Transfer Station Consulting Parties Meeting
WILSON TRANSFER STATION CONSULTING PARTIES MEETING Chicago Transit Authority AGENDA I. Welcome II. What is Section 106? III. Consulting Parties Introduction IV. Community Outreach V. Project Purpose and Need VI. Project Design VII.Amended Area of Potential Effect (APE) VIII.Memorandum of Agreement IX. Consulting Parties Input X. Next Steps 2 II. WHAT IS SECTION 106? In the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Congress established a comprehensive program to preserve the historical and cultural foundation of the Nation. Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act requires federal agencies to consider the effects of projects they carry out, approve, or fund on historic properties. Section 106 review ensures that preservation values are factored into federal agency planning and decisions. Section 106 review requires federal agencies to gather information to decide which properties in the area that may be affected by the project are listed, or are eligible for listing, in the National Register of Historic Places; determine how the historic properties might be affected; explore measures to avoid or reduce harm to historic properties and reach an agreement with the State Historic Preservation Officer on such measures to resolve any adverse effects. 3 II. WHAT IS SECTION 106? (CONTINUED) Wilson Transfer Station Project Section 106 Timeline • January 9, 2012 FTA sends Section 106 project initiation letter to Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA) • September 4, 2012 FTA sends the Historic Architectural Survey (containing -
Metrarail.Com Transitchicago.Com Route Weekdays Saturday Sunday/Holidays Ticket Information CTA FARES and TICKETS King Drive* Save Over 30%
80708_Millennium 3/7/18 11:27 AM Page 1 CTa First Bus/Last Bus Times: This chart shows approximate first and last bus times between the Metra stations and downtown in the direction Metra riders are most likely to travel. Routes marked with an * extend beyond this area. Buses run every 10 to 20 minutes. All CTA buses are accessible. T metrarail.com transitchicago.com ROUTe WeekDayS SaTURDay SUnDay/HOLIDayS TICkeT InFORMaTIOn CTA FARES AND TICKETS king Drive* Save over 30%. Good for unlimited travel BASE/REGULAR FARES FULL REDUCED STUDENT Michigan/Randolph to Michigan/Chicago 5:20a.m.–12:00a.m. 5:15a.m.–11:55p.m. 6:50a.m.–11:50p.m. Monthly Pass: (deducted from Transit Value in a 3 Michigan/Superior to Michigan/Randolph 5:45a.m.–12:30a.m. 5:35a.m.–12:20a.m. 7:10a.m.–12:10a.m. between the fare zones indicated on the ticket during a calendar Ventra Transit Account) month. The Monthly Pass is valid until noon on the first business 'L' train fare $2.50* $1.25 75¢ day of the following month. The pass is for the exclusive use of Harrison* Bus fare $2.25 $1.10 75¢ Michigan/Van Buren to Harrison/Racine 5:55a.m.–9:55p.m. No Service No Service the purchaser and is not transferable. Refunds are subject to a 7 Harrison/Racine to Michigan/Van Buren 5:45a.m.–9:30p.m. $5 handling fee. Transfer 25¢ 15¢ 15¢ Up to 2 additional rides within 2 hours United Center express* For Bulls and Blackhawks games and concerts, every 15 to 20 minutes, 10-Ride Ticket: 5% savings. -
June 2020 Project Management Oversight Report
Project Management Oversight June 2020 REPORT ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT – JUNE 2020 Executive Summary This semi‐annual Report on Project Management Oversight details Service Board efforts in implementing their capital programs. Included are details on all state‐funded projects, regardless of budget, and all systemwide projects with budgets of $10 million or more, regardless of funding source. Information in this report was collected by direct interviews, project meetings, and documented submissions from Service Board project management teams. The RTA’s 2018‐2023 Regional Transit Strategic Plan, Invest in Transit, highlights $30 billion of projects that are needed to maintain and modernize the region’s transit network. To maintain and preserve the current system in a State of Good Repair (SGR), as well as address the backlog of deferred SGR projects, requires a capital investment of $2 to $3 billion per year. The Rebuild Illinois funding is planned to expedite overdue repair and replacement projects, reduce the backlog of deferred improvements, and move the system toward a state of good repair. It nearly doubles the previous five‐year regional capital program of $4.3 billion. The new funds enable real progress on the state of good repair, by allowing improvements and in some cases replace aging system assets. Due to the current events, there is a level of uncertainty around the PAYGO and State Bond funding, which is dependent on revenues that may not reach the previously projected levels in the current economy. At this time the Service Boards are continuing with the implementation of their capital programs and working through the grant application process for the Rebuild Illinois funding. -
President's 2015 Budget Recommendations
CTA: Investing in Chicago President’s 2015 Budget Recommendations Rendering of future design CTA FY15 Budget Chicago Transit Board Terry Peterson, Chairman Appointed by: Mayor, City of Chicago Jacquelyne Grimshaw, Vice Chairman Appointed by: Governor, State of Illinois Ashish Sen Appointed by: Governor, State of Illinois Robert Lewis Appointed by: Governor, State of Illinois Rev. Charles E. Robinson Appointed by: Mayor, City of Chicago Alejandro Silva Appointed by: Mayor, City of Chicago Kevin Irvine Appointed by: Mayor, City of Chicago Forrest Claypool, President Distinguished Budget Presentation Award a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to Chicago Transit Authority, Illinois for the Annual TheBudget Government beginning Finance January Officers 01, 2014. Association In order of the to Unitedreceive States this andaward, Canada a governmental (GFOA) presented unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy document, as an operationsThis award guide,is valid as for a financiala period plan,andof one year as only.a communications device. transitchicago.com 14JN67 1-888-YOUR-CTA CTA FY15 Budget Table of Contents Letter from the President ............................................................................................................................................... 1 CTA Organizational Chart ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Executive Summary .......................................................................................................................................................... -
Streeterville Neighborhood Plan 2014 Update II August 18, 2014
Streeterville Neighborhood Plan 2014 update II August 18, 2014 Dear Friends, The Streeterville Neighborhood Plan (“SNP”) was originally written in 2005 as a community plan written by a Chicago community group, SOAR, the Streeterville Organization of Active Resi- dents. SOAR was incorporated on May 28, 1975. Throughout our history, the organization has been a strong voice for conserving the historic character of the area and for development that enables divergent interests to live in harmony. SOAR’s mission is “To work on behalf of the residents of Streeterville by preserving, promoting and enhancing the quality of life and community.” SOAR’s vision is to see Streeterville as a unique, vibrant, beautiful neighborhood. In the past decade, since the initial SNP, there has been significant development throughout the neighborhood. Streeterville’s population has grown by 50% along with new hotels, restaurants, entertainment and institutional buildings creating a mix of uses no other neighborhood enjoys. The balance of all these uses is key to keeping the quality of life the highest possible. Each com- ponent is important and none should dominate the others. The impetus to revising the SNP is the City of Chicago’s many new initiatives, ideas and plans that SOAR wanted to incorporate into our planning document. From “The Pedestrian Plan for the City”, to “Chicago Forward”, to “Make Way for People” to “The Redevelopment of Lake Shore Drive” along with others, the City has changed its thinking of the downtown urban envi- ronment. If we support and include many of these plans into our SNP we feel that there is great- er potential for accomplishing them together. -
Station Tour October 20, 2002
4th Annual Historic “L” Station Tour October 20, 2002 Presented By: Chicago-L.org 4th Annual Historic “L” Station Tour Guide Union Loop When the tour begins at Quincy station downtown, you will find yourself on the old Union Elevated Railroad, commonly known as "the Loop." The only man who could accomplish the difficult task of bringing a common downtown terminal to the Chicago elevated rapid transit system, which used to end at a separate terminal for each company, was Charles Tyson Yerkes. He had enough political deftness and power to convince store owners to sign consent forms allowing construction of the overhead structures on their streets (although alley routes were briefly contemplated). Though it was difficult — two segments had to be obtained under the names of existing "L" companies while for the two other legs, two companies, the Union Elevated Railroad and the Union Consolidated Elevated Railroad, had to be created — Yerkes managed to coordinate it all. As can be imagined from its piecemeal The construction of the Loop through downtown, seen here look- method of obtaining of leases, the Union Loop (referred ing west at Lake and Wabash circa 1894, was a major construction to simply as "the Loop" today) opened in pieces, starting project. In spite of the disruption, the project brought innumerous benefits to the central business district. (Photo from the Krambles- in 1895, with the Lake Street "L" making the first full Peterson Archive) circuit in 1897. North Side Main Line/Ravenswood Line After leaving the Loop through Tower 18 (at Lake & Wells), once the busiest railroad junction in the world, you will be on what is today the Brown (Ravenswood) Line. -
June 2019 Project Management Oversight Report
REPORT ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT – JUNE 2019 Executive Summary This semi‐annual Report on Project Management Oversight details Service Board efforts in implementing their capital programs. Included are details on all state‐funded projects, regardless of budget, and all systemwide projects with budgets of $10 million or more, regardless of funding source. Information in this report was collected by direct interviews, project meetings, and documented submissions from Service Board project management teams. The RTA’s 2018‐2023 Regional Transit Strategic Plan, “Invest in Transit,” highlights $30 billion of projects that are needed to maintain and modernize the region’s transit network. To maintain and preserve the current system in a State of Good Repair (SGR), as well as address the backlog of deferred SGR projects, requires a capital investment of $2 to $3 billion per year. After nearly a decade without a State of Illinois capital program, transit in the RTA region will get a much‐needed infusion from the Rebuild Illinois bill passed on June 1, 2019 by the General Assembly. The RTA is looking forward to the implementation of this new state capital plan however there is a concern that the proposed funding for transit does not meet the current needs as identified in “Invest in Transit.” The 55 projects detailed in this report together represent $5,712,260,030 worth of construction, maintenance, and procurement. Many of these projects address outstanding capital needs, while others are directed toward compliance with federal requirements or enhancing customer experience, safety, and security. All of the state funded projects are within budget. -
Purpose and Need Report
DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT Appendix D Purpose and Need Report DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT Chicago Red Line Extension Project Purpose and Need Report May 25, 2016 Prepared for: Chicago Transit Authority 567 W. Lake Street Chicago, IL 60661 Prepared by: 125 S. Wacker Drive Suite 600 Chicago, IL 60606 PURPOSE & NEED REPORT Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 1-1 Section 2 The Purpose of the Red Line Extension Project .................................... 2-1 Section 3 The Need for the Red Line Extension Project ........................................ 3-1 Section 4 The Red Line Extension Project Area ................................................... 4-1 Section 5 Justification of the Purpose and Need ................................................... 5-1 5.1 Long Transit Trips to Job Centers for Far South Side Residents .............................5-1 5.2 Transit-Dependent Populations Lack Direct Access to Rapid Transit Rail Service ..5-6 5.3 Isolation from Major Activity Centers and Limited Viable Transportation Options ....5-8 5.4 Underserved Transit Markets and Limited Transit Connectivity ............................. 5-13 5.5 Disinvestment and Limited Economic Development Have Affected Far South Side Communities......................................................................................................... 5-15 5.6 The Need for a Rail Car Storage Yard and Maintenance Facility .......................... 5-17 -
Sheridan Park Sheridan Park
invest in uptown's sheridan park Sheridan Park The Loop Packed with Local Flavor Sheridan Park is a district within the Uptown neighborhood, centered along Wilson Avenue and known for its historic homes and many small businesses. The area is adjacent to Truman College and its 23,000 faculty and students and is near large-scale events such as Chicago’s Pride Parade and the Windy City RibFest that attracts over 20,000 annually, plus the concerts and shows in Uptown’s many venues. Tap Into $600 Million of Public & Private Investment Sheridan Park is conveniently located to the tremendous public investment that is rebuilding Uptown’s transit and streets. The Wilson El station is undergoing a $205 million reconstruction, a $6 million Lawrence-Broadway streetscaping will add a plaza and stage to Broadway in 2017, plus the Red Line viaducts will soon be rebuilt. Additionally, 2,300 new residential units are proposed or under construction in the Uptown area, along with 150,000+ new square feet of retail space that includes Treasure Island Foods, Ross, and others. These public and private investments ensure continued vibrancy and Average household income: growth in the neighborhood for years to come. $71,905 Annual food spending: Sheridan Park $28.3 Million at a Glance: Millenials: Total annual spending: 49% 151 Million Median age: Total spending within 20-minute drive: 34.8 $22.3 Billion 2016 population: College educated: Uptown employees’ weekly spending: 7,379 61.7% $195,000+ Daytime population: Transit commuters: Uptown annual spending: 6,372 43% $1.2 Billion Uptown United provides technical assistance to property and business owners, developers, entrepreneurs, and non-profits with financing, city licensing and permitting, and site selection. -
Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization Project: Start of Stage a Construction
Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization Project: Start of Stage A Construction Town Hall audience questions from March 2&4, 2021* meetings General questions Q. What does this project cost and how is it funded? A. The $2.1 billion RPM Phase One project is funded through a combination of federal and local funds including: $957 in federal Core Capacity funds (FTA); a federal $125 million Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) grant from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP); $622 million in Transit TIF (tax-increment financing) funds from the City of Chicago; and CTA financing. Q. Are updates and notices available in languages other than English? A. Yes. We regularly provide subtitled recordings of past community meetings in Chinese, Spanish and Vietnamese, as well as translated flyers distributed to local community organizations. Additionally, we offer live translation services for public meetings upon request. Q. When will the block-by-block meetings happen? A. They will be scheduled for April 2021. We will notify the public when the dates are finalized. Q. When will the project start? A. Stage A construction is expected to begin Spring 2021. Once construction schedules are finalized, we will notify the public in advance of important construction start dates. Station design/station and track construction Q. Why won’t you have temporary stations at Lawrence and Berwyn? A. There is not enough space available to build temporary stations at those locations, unfortunately. Passengers who normally board at Lawrence can use Wilson or Argyle stations, which are each a quarter mile away and connected via the #36 Broadway bus, and Berwyn customers can use the Bryn Mawr or Argyle stations. -
Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization Project Area
TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PLAN PRESENTATION LAWRENCE TO BRYN MAWR MODERNIZATION PROJECT AREA Purpose • Create a community-led vision for redevelopment in the neighborhood • Test specific concepts for CTA owned parcels • Expedite development post-construction Timing • Outgrowth of the community engagement process that began in 2009 • Planning Grant award from Federal Transit Administration • Coordination between transit project and development sites Transit-Oriented Development Plan Lawrence To Bryn Mawr Modernization Area Community Engagement 12 month process 22 stakeholder meetings including 3 open house meetings: • May 2017 – idea gathering • November 2017 – vision & goals; initial ideas • May 2018 – review of recommendations; next steps Aldermanic dialogue Website updates Transit-Oriented Development Plan Lawrence To Bryn Mawr Modernization Area TOD Planning Process TODAY Discovery Visioning Development Recommendations Implementation 2018 2020’s • Existing • Engagement • Concept • Public meeting • Select Conditions development developers • Vision • Final report • Market • Market testing • Zoning / Analysis • Principles and public review Goals • Engagement • Transit project • Construction coordination • Concept refinement • Aldermanic reviews Transit-Oriented Development Plan Lawrence To Bryn Mawr Modernization Area A Multi-Modal District Pedestrians • Enhanced pedestrian environment • Widened sidewalk on Hollywood Boulevard Transit • CTA Bryn Mawr, Berwyn, Argyle, and Lawrence stations • Increased transit service • #36, #81, #84,