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 Signal System for Ravenswood (Brown), Evanston (Purple), Skokie (Yellow), and Lake (Green) branches.
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CTA
Station Communication Infrastructure
Rail
$0
$0
$158,800,000
$158,800,000
These are all the life safety mission critical systems which all have to be upgraded at the same time, and are all interrelated. For example the rail station commmunications infrastructure upgrades are needed by PA system, the digital signage system, cameras system, telephone system, radio system etc.
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CTA
Subway Life Safety Improvements
Rail
$0
$18,000,000
$604,309,000
$586,309,000
Upgrade to existing subway ventilation equipment
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
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Subway Life Safety
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$18,000,000
Project Details
Description
Further planning and assesment is needed, but will use Call for Projects as basis to detailing specific plan. Some items to assess with budget are, but 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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 12.14.2023
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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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$1,874,906
$0
$0
$1,874,906
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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CTA
Systemwide Station Program
System
$5,000,000
$42,568,629
$118,178,681
$75,610,052
Station upgrades, modernization and accessibility improvements
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
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43rd Street Station Green Line - Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Project will revise an exit only stair to reduce the street level footprint and make other aesthetic and state-of-good repair upgrades to coordinate with an upcoming new adjacent development.Creates a Green Line TOD project at 43rd Station in Southeast side of the City and provides for an enhanced environment to sustain the redevelopment occurring within the neighborhood.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Central Station (Purple Line) - Stair Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Replace Central Station stairway, in Evanston, which include risers, treads, stair stringers, handrails, guardrails, canopies and enclosures.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$2,414,066
$0
$0
$2,414,066
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Clark and Lake Stair Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Replace stairs at mezzanine level at Blue Line Clark and Lake 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$650,000
$0
$0
$650,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Cottage Grove Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
CTA has partnered with the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) to revitalize the southeastcorner of 63rd Street and Cottage Grove Avenue with a new multi-use office/retail space, which willcontain a new Cottage Grove station house. Overall the general design concept relocates the CottageGrove station house within POAH's new Woodlawn Crossing mixed-use development at the southeastcorner of 63rd Street and Cottage Grove Avenue, while the existing platforms and other related railinfrastructure will remain in their current locations. The POAH design concept also adds a newpedestrian bridge and canopy to connect the existing platforms to POAH's Woodlawn Crossing building.The project will dramatically decrease the footprint of the CTA's Cottage Grove station over theintersection of 63rd Street and Cottage Grove, which will provide more natural light at street-level anddirectly respond to community feedback. The project features a number of station enhancements thatwill improve customer experience, including attractive new sculptural canopies, contemporary stationfinishes, a new elevator, and brighter lighting inside the station and on the platform. This funding willprovide for the demolition of the existing station house and canopy, new stationhouse including finisheswithin a new multi-use office/retail space conforming to CTA standards and criteria, platform extensions,new stairs from platform to grade, a new platform canopy, new friction buffer stops and associated trackwork, structural steel girder and stringer repairs, new lighting, new signage, and new train operator'sfacility.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$76,447,966
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
A contract has been awarded in January 2021 and CTA has issued a notice to proceed. The 60% design has been completed. Negotiations with POAH and City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (CDPD) on final design for building where station entrance will be located are ongoing. POAH procured their own designer to support this project. Design is currently on hold until an agreement is reached with POAH and CDPD. CTA is exploring the option to continue design on the structural and track component of the project, as this work will be done by CTA internal forces.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Irving Park Station - Escalator and Canopy Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Platform canopies and escalators will be replaced at Irving Park station on the O'Hare Blue Line. This project will address safety and state of good repair needs by replacing the worn and damaged platformcanopies at this station. Platform canopies that are in a state of disrepair allow water infiltration, which can cause damage to additional building materials and equipment and pose a safety risk to bothcustomers and employees. The scope of work for the station canopies includes the demolition and replacement of deteriorated canopy corrugated metal roofs, and repair and modification of the supportingsteel structure. Furthermore, escalators will be replaced at Irving Park 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$14,782,125
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The construction work has been completed. The escalators have been installed and the canopy work has reached substantial completion. Activities on final punch list items are ongoing. The project is in the close out phase.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Loyola Station Red Line - Stair and Elevator Replacement
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Project will reconstruct or replace the existing cast-in-place concrete stairs that go from the main stationhouse to the elevated platform. Additionally, the traction elevator will be fully replaced with all new components including cab, platform, cables, motor, and controller.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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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Park & Ride Improvements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Capital maintenance work is necessary to improve or maintain parking lots at a SOGR. Renewal work for priority locations includes concrete structure restoration, surface paving, curb and sidewalk, drainage systems, and installation of parking 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$1,500,000
$0
$0
$1,500,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Public Address Communication Modernization & Upgrade
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$14,000,000
Project Details
Description
Project will provide for the comprehensive overhaul of CTA's Public Address System to upgrade the Authority's PA system from antiquated and obsolete technology to modern digital technology with disaster recovery/business continuity solutions, increased capacity, and compliance with NFPA 130. The PA system upgrade will include the upgrade/replacement of the master head-end system at the Control Center and Backup Control Center, and remote systems at each rail station, with ancillary physical 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$12,000,000
$12,000,000
State
$0
$0
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$14,000,000
$14,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Quincy Loop Station Upgrade
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The purpose of this project is make improvements to the historic Quincy Loop station, including the addition of two elevators to make this station accessible. In addition, this project will repair, repaint and refinish interior elements throughout the stationhouse, and will also paint the exterior of the stationhouse. Lighting will be upgraded and the canopy roof will be repaired 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$731,332
$0
$0
$731,332
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Rail Station Communications Infrastructure Modernization
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$10,000,000
Project Details
Description
Project will provide for the comprehensive rehabilitation, overhaul, and expansion of communications infrastructure at all CTA rail stations to support new and modern technologies for customer facing as well as life safety functions. The rail station communications infrastructure upgrade will include the upgrade/rehabilitaion/expansion of communications infrasturcture at each rail station, including but not limted to conduit, cabling, power sources, networking, HVAC, grounding, and other ancillary physical 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$10,000,000
$10,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$10,000,000
$10,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Refresh and Renew Program Expansion
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$3,000,000
$9,000,000
Project Details
Description
Provides a heavy investment in refreshing stations and facilities every five years to promote safety, security and longevity to all CTA facilities including, but not limited to Rail Stations and Platforms, Bus Garages and Rail Shops 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$3,000,000
$6,000,000
$9,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,000,000
$3,000,000
$6,000,000
$15,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Rehabilitate Blue Line Stations - Grand, Chicago and Division Stations
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Rehab of Grand, Chicago and Division Stations on the Blue Line O'hare branch.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$2,336,026
$0
$0
$2,336,026
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Rehabilitate Rail Stations - Systemwide
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Rehabilitate Rail Stations Systemwide - Rail Stations Program would provide an annual appropriation for much-needed rehabilitation and modernization work at existing CTA rail stations. In addition, Infrastructure’s Rail Stations Program funds could be re-appropriated to support other critical needs at rail stations as they arise and implementation of systemwide projects can be scaled dependent on funding and 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$5,925,000
$0
$0
$5,925,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Rehabilitate Rail Stations -95th Terminal
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This new job order will support the final change order for the construction firm, including the removal of several underground storage tanks near the terminal.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$625,384
$0
$0
$625,384
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Security Camera Modernization and Upgrade
Stations & Passenger Facilities
System
$2,000,000
$9,568,629
Project Details
Description
Project will provide for the comprehensive overhaul of CTA's CCTV Security Camera Video System to upgrade the Authority's camera and video management system and communications transport system from antiquated and obsolete technology to modern high-speed technology with disaster recovery/business continuity solutions, increased capacity, and inter-operability with City of Chicago OEMC. The video system upgrade will include the upgrade of the master CCTV head-end system at the Control Center and Headquarters, and life safety CCTV systems upgrades at each rail station, transit facility, and critical infrastructure, with ancillary physical 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$2,000,000
$7,568,629
$9,568,629
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
$7,568,629
$11,568,629
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Station Security Enhancements
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Station Security Enhancements Systemwide (Safe and Secure) Initiative invests $15 million to provide for enhancements to be made to stations that include lighting, repairs, and other improvements. This multiple year effort is expected to touch over 100 stations throughout 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.
Systemwide Security Cameras Improvements (Safe & Secure): Systemwide Security Cameras Safe and Secure investment of $18.0 M will add 1,000 new cameras and upgrade more than 3,800 older-model cameras throughout the system, including adding additional camera coverage to CTA-owned bus turnarounds and add monitors at all 146 CTA kiosks.$5M Modernize cameras$1M Install monitors at all kiosks$4M Install cameras at all CTA owned bus turnarounds$8M Maintain cameras in state of the art condition
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$4,707,200
$0
$0
$4,707,200
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Western Station Brown Line - Reconstruction
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Rehabilitation required at this station that was not part of the Brown Line Reconstruction project and has older elevators that are part of the ASAP program on replacing existing 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$30,162,349
$0
$0
$30,162,349
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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CTA
Systemwide Structural Renewal
System
$0
$100,000,000
$336,200,000
$236,200,000
State of Good Repair projects on CTA 'L' structure
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
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Harlem Bus Bridge
Track & Structure
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will replace the Harlem Bus Bridge at our O'Hare Line Harlem Station. The bridge removaland reconstruction limits are from the north end of the bridge expansion joint to the south limits of thebridge expansion joint. The work includes all removal and reconstruction of the existing bridge structurewith a new superstructure galvanized steel and bearing assemblies, concrete bridge deck, concretesidewalks, approach slabs, curb and gutters, drainage, expansion joint assemblies, guard rails, trashenclosures, pedestrian shelters, electrical I LED lighting, signage, pavement stripping, and curb lanepainting.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$39,982,424
On Budget
Behind 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 in October 2022. CTA has developed a construction procurement package and it is currently out for bid.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Infrastructure State of Good Repair Program
Track & Structure
System
$0
$100,000,000
Project Details
Description
Project funds will be targeted to Safety and State of Good Repair projects throughout CTA’s right-of-way infrastructure. All work planned and performed will maintain the asset(s) in proper condition through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset. Funding will provide for the replacement of ties, running rail and third rail on the elevated structure systemwide. Beyond track renewal, work will focus on key deficient structural elements that have been identified through structural 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$90,100,000
$90,100,000
State
$0
$0
$9,900,000
$9,900,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$100,000,000
$100,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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CTA
Systemwide Track Renewal
Rail
$0
$0
$396,611,635
$396,611,635
Track improvements to address the most immediate critical track needs throughout the CTA rail system
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
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Congress Blue Line - P1 Track
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The project includes various priority trackwork on the Blue Line Congress branch.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
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Congress Line (Fast Tracks)
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will replace rails, bars, plates, and address causes of water infiltration in Dearborn Subway between LaSalle and south portal.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$7,024,058
$0
$0
$7,024,058
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
DC Breakers (Fast Tracks)
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will replace DC breakers in Sacramento, Franklin, and Nagle Substations. This DC breaker replacement may require some changes to the organization of other equipment inside the substation.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$6,571,295
$0
$0
$6,571,295
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Green & Pink Line West - Track Improvements
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Green & Pink Line West - Track Improvements (GTT) Tower 18 to the Paulina Connector- Preserve the integrity of Lake St Elevated tracks through replacement of ties, fasteners, footwalks, improved curve geometry, and rail grinding as well as replacing the top flange as 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$1,308,465
$0
$0
$1,308,465
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Nagle Curve Improvements
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project includes removing and replacing existing rail in the Nagle Curve area on the O’Hare Branch of the Blue Line. Project replaces the existing rail with new continuous welded rail at Nagle Curve. The new rail will be set into the existing plates with 100% replacement of double studded pads, heavy duty insulators, and pandrol e-clips. Work also includes a track survey to record the track geometry (profile, alignment, cross level and gauge), clearances, and the location 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$75,004
$0
$0
$75,004
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Red & Blue Line Subway - Track Improvements
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Red & Blue Line Subway - Track Improvements (GTT) - Dearborn Subway Water Management and Track Improvements - This is a targeted project to replace assets that have been deteriorated by water infiltration. Work includes replace select rail, rail fasteners and direct fixation concrete ties, grind 100% of the running rail, and select drainage 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$5,639,070
$0
$0
$5,639,070
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Rehabilitate Blue Line - Kimball Subway Waterproofing
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Subway Waterproofing & Track - Funding will provide for critical waterproofing patchwork needed to continue rail service through the Blue Line O'Hare branch.. Due to funding restrictions CTA cannot move forward with original scope of work to mitigate water infiltration in the Dearborn subway.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$961,000
$0
$0
$961,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$6,824,710
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Work activities under this project are ongoing. The waterproofing and grout injection work is performed by CTA forces whenever single-track access is available.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Third Rail Isolation Demonstration Project
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
CTA utilizes an exposed third rail system to provide power to trains on all revenue and non-revenue tracks. The third rail is typically installed on insulator chairs spaced eight feet apart just outside one of the running rails. CTA's rail cars utilize a “gravity shoe” to collect 600 Volts DC from the top surface of the third rail. In station areas, the third rail is typically located on the opposite side of the track from the station platform – this provides some level of protection from a person falling off the platform and coming in contact with the electrified third rail. Unfortunately, there are incidences when a passenger falls off the platform with sufficient momentum to reach the far side of the track and make contact with the third rail. This proposed project will add additional safety features on the third rail in the vicinity of station platforms.Funding will provide for two technologies: the Third Rail Isolation System and the Third Rail Side Guards (sideboards).The first feature is a safety feature proposed to include the isolation of the third rail through the stations such that when no train is approaching or present at the station, the third rail would be de-energized. This additional feature would include a control device to energize the third rail in the station, and by-pass cables to carry current around the station to feed the third rail outside the station.The second feature would include non-conductive side boards on both sides of the third rail which would reduce the likelihood of a person making contact with the rail. The sideboards would also provide an opportunity to apply warning labels directly on the third rail so as to better direct passengers to the hazard posed by this element. The sideboards would also provide a layer of protection for CTA employees that are required to walk alongside the third rail during maintenance 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$1,478,864
$0
$0
$1,478,864
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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CTA
Tactical Signal Improvements
Rail
$0
$0
$21,630,000
$21,630,000
State of Good Repair projects and replacing obsolete equipment on CTA rail signal system
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
+
Tactical Traction Power (Equipment/Cable/Enclosures)
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
State of Good Repair projects and replacing obsolete equipment on CTA rail signal 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$2,125,768
$0
$0
$2,125,768
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
Permits for the project were received in the last reporting period. Currently, the General Contractor is submitting process plans for start of construction and mobilization on site. Delivery of onsite storage containers is ongoing. CTA is working with the contractor to start the first phase of the project, which is the electrical shop equipment relocation.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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CTA
Tactical Traction Power Improvements (Systemwide)
Rail
$0
$0
$155,739,098
$155,739,098
Traction power substation, third rail replacement and SCADA upgrades
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
+
Systemwide Tactical Traction Power Upgrades (Equipment/Cable/Enclosures)
Electrical, Signal & Communications
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Tactical Traction Power (Equipment/Cable/Enclosures) -The purpose of this project is to implement traction power system improvements that will enable the CTA to continue to meet existing traction power needs, increase traction power capacity to meet future demand, and address state of good repair by repairing or replacing worn or obsolete 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$10,864,902
$0
$0
$10,864,902
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$15,166,629
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The contractor made significant headway during this reporting period and was able to reach substantial completion in July of this year. The contractor was able to finish the final walkthrough inspection and completed all punchlist items and is in contract closeout. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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CTA
Uncategorized Projects - CTA
System
$1,697,000
$57,596,000
$160,000,000
$102,404,000
These are a miscellaneous set of Capital projects undertaken by CTA
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2024 Funding
2024-2028 Funding
PMO
+
95th St. Corridor Transit Oriented Development Study
N/A
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
CTA in partnership with City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) will complete a comprehensive Equitable Transit Oriented Development (eTOD) planning study along a 2 mile stretch of the 95th Street Corridor, on the far south side of Chicago. This corridor includes five multimodal transit capital projects as follows: (1) RLE; (2) 95th Street Terminal Reconstruction; (3) Metra 95th Street/Chicago State University Station; and (4) & (5) Pace Pulse Halsted Rapid Transit Line and 95th Rapid Transit Line. The planning study will include the following: 1. existing conditions & market analysis including health & racial equity impact assessment (HREIA)2. land-use/zoning plan3. economic development plan4. transit supportive development guidelines and development concepts5. multimodal connectivity plan6. a coordinated implementation plan for an actionable roadmap
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$800,000
$0
$0
$800,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Cicero Grade Crossing
N/A
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The Cicero Grade Crossing Enhancements project will be located at the Cicero Pink Line, at the intersection of Cicero Ave and 21st Place . Changes to this grade crossing are a priority for CTA and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) due to several safety incidents at the grade crossing that have put CTA staff and passengers at potential risk. The enhancements to this crossing cover both civil and signal system upgrades. The roadway surfaces and continuous protective rubber boots at South Cicero Avenue have deteriorated over time. The proposed civil and trackwork scope of work calls for replacement of the roadways, sidewalks and continuous protective rubber boots. In addition, the signal system, roadway and pedestrian gate mechanisms at the grade crossing were installed over 16 years ago and since then; replaced three times. The signal system proposed scope of work replaces the gate cables and mechanisms that operate the gates, upgrades the batteries, cables and the signal lighting system to LED. CTA is applying for funds to support the design of this project, with the hope that the lessons learned from the enhancements to this grade crossing can be applied to similar grade crossings in CTA's system.The design phase of the project will explore options to enhance the safety of the grade crossing relative to the adjacent driveway and alley entrances. Both static concepts, such as flexible median indicators and signs, and dynamic considerations, such as LIDAR (light detection and ranging) or camera warnings and activated warning signs, will be reviewed for implementation.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$803,100
$0
$0
$803,100
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Match for FTA Discretionary Awards
N/A
System
$0
$40,000,000
Project Details
Description
Local source of funds are in reserved to match Annual Federal Discretionary Awards.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$40,000,000
$40,000,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$40,000,000
$40,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Tactile Signage at CTA Bus Stops
N/A
Bus
$1,697,000
$1,697,000
Project Details
Description
This project will install tactile signs at all bus stop poles where CTA public information signs are currently posted to provide information about the exact bus stop location to customers who are blind or have visual or cognitive disabilities
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$1,357,600
$0
$1,357,600
State
$0
$339,400
$0
$339,400
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,697,000
$0
$1,697,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Train Tracker Digital Signage Upgrade
N/A
Rail
$0
$15,899,000
Project Details
Description
Project will provide for the comprehensive overhaul of CTA's Train Tracker Signage at rail stations and integrate with the Authority's Public Address PA system, with disaster recovery/business continuity solutions, increased reliability, and compliance with 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$15,899,000
$15,899,000
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$15,899,000
$15,899,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
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Transit OPACK Teams Sustainability
N/A
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Funding will provide essential layer in Chicago's transit-dedicated strategy to deter, detect, prevent and respond to terrorism in, on and in proximity to critical mass transit infrastructure within the City of Chicago and the surrounding region. This funding provides visible and covert deterrence patrols on train platforms in the downtown business district and in other high-risk/high-consequence assets within the CTA infrastructure and throughout 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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$4,503,744
$0
$0
$4,503,744
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Transit Terrorism Surge Operations (CPD)
N/A
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Funding provides for directed patrols on overtime (surge) activity by CPD SWAT Transit Operational Response with Canine and Heavy Weapons (TORCH) Teams. This project intends to supplement the current surge project which is only activated for selected holidays, significant dates and events and will provide a transit anti-terrorism protection measure on summer weekend rush hours that are still marked by an increase of passenger volume in the downtown business district, creating a heightened risk of terrorist exploitation.
*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*
2024 Funding
2025-2028 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
$1,281,825
$0
$0
$1,281,825
Last Updated 12.16.2022
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Metra
75th Street Corridor
Rail
$0
$0
$1,646,583,750
$1,646,583,750
Reconfigure track shared by Metra, Amtrak, and freight trains