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.
Perform facilities maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
2020 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$12,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Facilities improvements is part of an ongoing program. The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. This particular part of the program is completed. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 07.10.2022
+
2021 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$20,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements were completed during this reporting period. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 04.01.2024
+
2022 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$12,000,000
$0
$0
$12,000,000
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
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements were completed this reporting period and final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 04.01.2024
+
2023 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Maintenance Facilities Rehabilitation: Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$12,000,000
$0
$0
$12,000,000
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
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements continued in this reporting period and maintenance work continues.
Last Updated 09.25.2024
+
2024 Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$3,030,281
$0
$0
$3,030,281
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
2025 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$15,151,405
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
*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
$15,151,405
$15,151,405
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$15,151,405
$15,151,405
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Boiler Replacement (Rosemont)
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$979,000
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted to boilers at Rosemont Rail Facility that are approximately 40 years old and are beyond their 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
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$979,000
$979,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$979,000
$979,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Building Envelope Repairs and MEP Upgrades Systemwide
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$17,200,000
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted to addressing a large backlog of building improvements needed to bring CTA’s station, bus, and rail facilities into a state of good repair, including building envelope repairs and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) upgrades. Building envelope repairs at bus and rail facilities are targeted to building facades that are in a state of disrepair, causing water infiltration that will worsen over time and ultimately cause more significant damage, as well as worker safety issues.
*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
$17,200,000
$17,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$17,200,000
$17,200,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Building Envelope Repairs Skokie Substation
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$1,130,000
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted to addressing the building facade that is in a state of disrepair, causing water infiltration that will worsen over time and ultimately cause more significant damage, as well as worker safety issues. Specific building envelope repair needs include tuckpointing, sealant replacement, window and door replacement, and concrete 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
$1,130,000
$1,130,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,130,000
$1,130,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Facilities Critical Needs- Substation Roof Repairs - Phase II
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Program would address the most immediate critical needs at CTA facilities systemwide to enable their safe and reliable operation. The goal would be to have an annual appropriation in the CIP that would be solely dedicated toward addressing this Program. Transit service safety and reliability is affected by out-of-date rail, bus, and maintenance facilities.The project will complete roof replacements at five CTA substations: Calvary, Lotus, Des Plaines, Ashland, and O’Hare. The project will also complete exterior façade repair at the O’Hare Substation, including wall panel and louver replacement, masonry wall and expansion joint repairs, painting, doors, and new surface mounted exterior light fixtures. Design will be completed in-house by CTA engineering staff.
*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
$3,628,767
$0
$0
$3,628,767
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$4,389,335
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction has been completed. The roof replacements at seven substations have been completed as well as repairs to the building envelope at O’Hare substation. This project is currently in the close out phase. This is the last report on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
PowerHouse Mechanical Upgrades
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$939,000
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted to mechanical upgrades to support the existing four boiler systems which are approaching 70 years old.
*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.
This project will provide for the expansion of four areas that are currently situated in the West Building of Skokie Shops to support the 5000 and 7000-series railcars maintenance cycles. All areas will be upgraded to new “clean” rooms that require the space to be enclosed, well lit, properly grounded, and air conditioned.
*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
$10,293,685
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The General Contractor continued construction activities during this reporting period. The hydraulic break room had the CMU wall completed where the new concrete slab was poured, demolition and relocation of existing equipment, and installation of new windows, doors, and frame. Similarly, the concrete pour for the new mezzanine was completed. The contractor will continue construction activities and then move to the diagnostic center.
Last Updated
+
Substation Roof Repairs - Phase III
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$4,940,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted to replace substation roofs that are worn, damaged, and beyond their life expectancies. Locations include Skokie, Douglas, Kolmar, Archer, Edmunds, Gage, Pershing, and Springfield substations.
*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
$4,940,000
$4,940,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,940,000
$4,940,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$4,389,335
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction has been completed. The roof replacements at seven substations have been completed as well as repairs to the building envelope at O’Hare substation. This project is currently in the close out phase. This is the last report on this project.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
CTA
Subway Life Safety Improvements
Rail
$5,250,000
$18,000,000
$604,309,000
$586,309,000
Upgrade to existing subway ventilation equipment.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Subway Life Safety
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$18,000,000
Project Details
Description
This project improves safety across CTA Right of Way (ROW), particularly in the subway systems and facilities to help meet life safety requirements per applicable codes. The project will complete assessments and the design approaches for safety issues in the subway. Items to investigate include, but are not limited to:• Ventilation improvements• Vent shaft grate replacements• Subway pumps and controls rehabilitation• Subway emergency egress footwalks• LED lighting improvements• Emergency Light Feed (ELF) upgrades• Subway sewer restoration
*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
$18,000,000
$18,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$0
$18,000,000
$21,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Subway Underground Underwater Emergency Exit
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The vision for this project is to secure CTA’s underground and underwater tunnel subway system and emergency exits by leveraging technology to fill the security deficiencies in the physical tunnel infrastructure that otherwise would be prohibitively expensive and improbable to achieve with humans. The goal is to create a comprehensive yet sustainable solution that ultimately prevents, detects, tracks, authorizes, and responds to all human activity in the restricted, non-public areas of the tunnels.
*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
$3,829,838
$0
$0
$3,829,838
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Metra
Rock Island Intercity Improvements (RI3)
Rail
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
$1,019,812,500
$1,015,812,500
Infrastructure improvements to support enhance service, additional capacity, rerouting the SWS and Amtrak trains bound for St. Louis and Texas.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Rock Island Connection and 3rd track
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Establish a new 3rd main on the Rock Island Line. The project study limits shall be from MP 0.0 (LaSalle Station) to MP 10.5 (Gresham Jct.). The new 3rd main is anticipated to extend from the new 16th Interlocking at MP 1.0 presently in design to the new CREATE P2 Interlocking at CP 74th. It is also anticpated that a new crossover will be required at Gresham to faciliate train movement into and out of the new 3rd main.
*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
$11,300,000
$0
$0
$11,300,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$11,300,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The preliminary engineering for this project has started. The NEPA Scopeof- Work (SOW) was advertised in October 2022. Survey work started first week of October 2022. NEPA activities are progressing.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
Rock Island Intercity Improvements (RI3)
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$4,000,000
Project Details
Description
This project will establish a new 3rd main line track on the Rock Island (RI) Line and various improvements between the LaSalle Street and Joliet terminals. The new 3rd main line track is anticipated to extend from the new 16th Interlocking at MP 1.0 to the new CREATE P2 Interlocking at CP 74th. The project may include but is not limited to new crossovers, the rehabilitation of bridges, reconstruction of retaining walls, modifications to existing stations, and other improvements to facilitate train movements onto the new 3rd main line track. This project may also include the extension of the 49th Street Yard, new yard facilities, and other improvements to increase the capacity of operations at the 49th Street Yard. Additional improvements include signaling and grade crossing improvements from Gresham to Joliet as well as an improved Joliet station platform for Metra and Amtrak use.
*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
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
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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CTA
Bus Turnarounds
Bus
$3,344,922
$59,925,000
$72,425,000
$12,500,000
The proposed work will range from reconstructing existing terminals to construction of a new terminal in a new location. Planning will further evaluate the terminal and bus turnaround identified and prioritize the top three locations to be constructed/reconstructed within this five-year period.
.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Bus Turnaround ADA & Site Improvements- Halsted and 79th Street
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Bus
$0
$7,900,000
Project Details
Description
This funding will provide for an ADA accessible bus turnaround. Work includes reconstruction of the concrete island platform with ADA ramps, guardrails, and required barriers; addition of an accessible sidewalk path to the island platform crosswalk; complete reconstruction of the bus turnaround and associated pavement, including new ADA curb ramps; new signage, LED lighting, cameras, passenger windbreaks, and landscaping; upgraded toilet facilities for accessibility with new utility connections; and addition of public art Addition of push button for audio for next bus/train schedule, tactile path, tactile signage, heat lamps and LED lights.
*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
$7,900,000
$7,900,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$7,900,000
$7,900,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Bus Turnaround Improvements - Employee Restrooms
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Bus
$0
$25,725,000
Project Details
Description
This funding will provide for permanent restroom facilities at bus turnarounds where they do not exist to improve bus operator well-being. Currently portable toilet services are provided at several locations throughout the system via lease agreements entered into with various third parties. These portable toilets are inadequate and do not meet CTA personnel needs.
*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
$25,725,000
$25,725,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$25,725,000
$25,725,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Bus Turnaround Improvements - Priority Locations
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Bus
$0
$26,300,000
Project Details
Description
This funding will provide for the reconstruction of bus turnarounds at existing terminals and construction of a new terminal in a new location. . In some cases, such as the location at 31st/Central Park, land acquisition would be necessary to construct a new terminal facility for buses that are currently taking recovery on city streets. Potential locations for improvements or new installations include: 31st/Central Park; Central/Roosevelt; 24th Place/Cicero; 31st/Komensky; Irving Park/Cumberland; Archer/Cicero; 91st/Commercial; Kedzie/Chicago; 75th/Kostner; 35th/Cottage Grove; Western / 79th; 112th / Torrence
*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
$26,300,000
$26,300,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$26,300,000
$26,300,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Metra
Chicago Union Station Improvements
Rail
$2,500,000
$8,878,000
$576,108,750
$567,230,750
Implementation of key projects benefiting commuters using Chicago Union Station.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Chicago Union Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$2,500,000
Project Details
Description
This project will support the Amtrak-led effort to complete the Final Design phase work and the eventual construction phase to reconstruct the Chicago Union Station (CUS) Concourse. Metra and Amtrak collaborate to maintain and improve CUS and the facilities within the terminal. Project funds will provide Metra’s local matching funding commitment to Amtrak’s 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
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$0
$2,500,000
$5,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Chicago Union Station Interlockers
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project involves the modernization and upgrading of outmoded interlockings at the north and south ends of Chicago Union Station (CUS). The project will include, but not be limited to, new rail, ties, ballast cleaning or replacement, upgrades to signal infrastructure, replacement of switches and components, and other related work as needed. Amtrak contributes funds towards a portion of the project 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
$13,000,000
$0
$0
$13,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$13,096,850
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Amtrak identified scope of work for 2024 and has executed with Metra a Fixed Facility Agreement to complete the project. The project has started where Amtrak began the replacement and upgrades of switches, signal and rail at Harrison St and Taylor St of the North and South end of CUS. Construction activities continue.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
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Crew Facilities Chicago Union Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$6,378,000
Project Details
Description
Remodeling of the Chicago Union Station Crew Facility will provide adequate female staff locker, shower, toilet, and bunk facilities. The remodel will also upgrade the male staff locker, shower, toilet, and bunk facilities. The remodel will also revise the mechanical systems to provide the required ventilation, which has been an issue in the facility. Finally, the remodel will improve lighting in the facilities and confirm life safety systems meet the applicable building codes.
*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
$700,000
$700,000
State
$0
$0
$5,678,000
$5,678,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$6,378,000
$6,378,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Pace
Paratransit Vehicles - Replacement
Bus
$1,863,348
$40,293,264
$84,480,000
$44,186,736
Replacement of vehicles reaching useful life.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Electric Paratransit Vehicles
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the purchase of electric paratransit vehicles.
*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
Last Updated 06.22.2023
+
Purchase 15-passenger Paratransit Vehicles
Rolling Stock
Bus
$0
$40,293,264
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Paratransit Vehicles - Pace plans to purchase replacement vehicles (22'-25' cutaway) including associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for paratransit services.
*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
$24,323,264
$24,323,264
State
$0
$0
$15,970,000
$15,970,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$13,013,022
$0
$40,293,264
$53,306,286
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$69,991,388
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
These buses will service DuPage, Kane, Lake, Will and Cook counties. Pace awarded a new contract in November 2020. The first order was for a quantity of 210 paratransit buses. The final vehicle of the base order was delivered in this reporting period in March 2024. Pace is working with the vendor for the second order of vehicles. These vehicles will combine additional paratransit vehicles & vehicles to be used for the community vehicle program. Final change order terms and pricing discussions are ongoing.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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CTA
Non-Revenue Vehicle Replacement Program
System
$1,225,000
$3,986,025
$63,215,422
$59,229,397
Replacement of vehicles needed for maintenance and operations support.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles Program
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$2,761,025
Project Details
Description
CTA plans to invest funds annually to fund the phased replacement of aged equipment and vehicles used by CTA maintenance groups that include Bus, Rail, Power & Way, and 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
$2,761,025
$2,761,025
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,269,359
$0
$2,761,025
$6,030,384
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Non-Revenue Utility Vehicle Replacement
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$1,225,000
Project Details
Description
Creates a small, multi-year program to replace, renew, or lease vehicles assigned to the Utility Group with CTA Facility Maintenance. These vehicles are used to provide essential functions for maintaining safe and continuous operation of CTA rail and bus operations. Additional funding will be necessary to fund the full plan.These vehicles include trucks, vans, truck-mounted machinery, snowplows, mobile workspaces, and transport vehicles for other equipment, personnel, and supplies.
*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
$1,225,000
$1,225,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,675,000
$0
$1,225,000
$4,900,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Non-Revenue Vehicles - Diesel Locomotives
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles (Diesel Locomotives): Funding will provide for the replacement of CTA's diesel locomotive snow fighters. The self-propelled locomotives with special attachments to remove snow and ice during severe winter weather conditions are able to operate and clear system track, so that CTA can safely power up the system to restore/provide service. When traction power is down, this equipment will also be used to move rolling stock to secure locations.
*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
$7,806,260
$0
$0
$7,806,260
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$22,731,013
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The project is in full production mode and the contractor is working with CTA to resolve issues with various components and systems on the snowfighter vehicles. testing continues and CTA continues to work with the vendor to address final configuration and modifications on the first vehicle before final acceptance. All changes will be pushed to locomotives two through four. Delivery of the second vehicle will take place after acceptance of vehicle #1 and will continue commissioning and delivering of the vehicles.
*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
$2,300,000
$0
$0
$2,300,000
Last Updated 09.25.2024
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Metra
PTC - systemwide
Rail
$1,090,860
$7,215,860
$78,000,000
$70,784,140
Install federally-mandated rail operational safety system
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
PTC Program Management
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will be to facilitate a vendor who can provide Program Management of the entire PTC system and ongoing projects. These projects include, Next Generation Office, CTC over ITCM, ITCM support, PTC Data Distallation Tool, Wabtec Master Service Agreement, and PTC Hardware Renewal. The scope of this work will also include document control, TPCQMP compliance, and movement of all PTC documentation to ProjectWise. The scope also includes FTA, RTA and IDOT monthly PTC progress reporting.
*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 06.22.2023
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PTC Renewal (Engineering)
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$4,715,860
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the second phase of the Positive Train Control (PTC) Project. Project funds will update back-office equipment, components, hardware, software, and other equipment that is necessary to maintain safe and consistent operations of Metra’s interoperable PTC system. This project will fund the purchase, installation, and training of a modern, streamlined PTC system to replace the current PTC back office before the end of its useful life. This new system will have an advanced user interface that will provide operational self-checks and will enable safer operations.
*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
$4,715,860
$4,715,860
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,690,000
$0
$4,715,860
$12,405,860
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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PTC- Renewal (Mechanical)
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$2,500,000
Project Details
Description
This project will fund the second phase of Positive Train Control (PTC). Project funds will update onboard equipment and parts in locomotives and cab cars that communicate with the guideway PTC 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
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,600,000
$0
$2,500,000
$11,100,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Pace
Uncategorized Projects - Pace
Bus
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$0
These are a miscellaneous set of Capital projects undertaken by Pace.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Transit Asset Management
N/A
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Transit Asset Management - Consulting services for TAM Plan updates, including condition assessments of Pace 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
$400,000
$0
$0
$400,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Unanticipated Capital
N/A
Bus
$0
$1,000,000
Project Details
Description
Contingency funding for existing projects or small new 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
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Total
$3,250,000
$0
$1,000,000
$4,250,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
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Vision Plan Implementation Study
N/A
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Vision Plan Implementation Study - Consulting services to include a system-wide market analysis and proposed service restructuring plan that will address the goals and objectives of Pace’s Driving Innovation Strategic Vision Plan.
*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
$4,000,000
$0
$0
$4,000,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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CTA
Program Development
System
$625,000
$3,125,000
$6,250,000
$3,125,000
Provide for Program Development.
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Program Development - UWP
Contingencies and Administration
System
$0
$3,125,000
Project Details
Description
Professional services to manage implementation of the CTA's Capital Construction Program. Funds provide for a construction program management consultant.
*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.
