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 2025-2029 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 2025-2029 Regional Capital Program. Beginning with the 2025-2029 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 2025-2029 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 2025-2029 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.
Track improvements to address the most immediate critical track needs on the Forest Park Branch to enable its continued operation.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Forest Park: Phase 1 - Racine Station and Morgan Substation & Hermitage Traction Power Improvements
Track & Structure
Rail
$20,510,121
$20,510,121
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The CTA's Forest Park Blue Line Upgrades Project is the first of four phases of the Forest Park Branch. This project will provide for new trackwork from Halsted to IMD, an accessible station at Racine, advanced utility work, and a new substation and traction power equipment upgrades at Hermitage. This work will enhance service quality via speed, reliability, and comfort, and improve operational efficiency on the Forest Park Branch of CTA's rapid transit Blue Line service.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$20,510,121
$0
$20,510,121
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$28,723,472
$20,510,121
$0
$49,233,593
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$87,177,216
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
ComEd completed their work on the Racine directional bore drilling equipment pad and the installation of switchgears and transformers for the pad. ComEd also completed the installation of wiring and conduit work in the area and are working on activating the 2nd power feed to Racine. FHP completed the Morgan Substation potholing investigation for directional bore drilling for the sanitary and electrical connections. Construction activities are ongoing.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
Forest Park: Phase 1 - Trackwork Halsted to IMD
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
The CTA's Forest Park Blue Line Upgrades Project is the first of four phases of the Forest Park Branch. This project will provide for new trackwork from Halsted to Illinois Medical District (IMD), an accessible station at Racine, advanced utility work, and a new substation and traction power equipment upgrades at Hermitage. This work will enhance service quality via speed, reliability, and comfort, and improve operational efficiency on the Forest Park Branch of CTA's rapid transit Blue Line service.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$101,526,231
$0
$0
$101,526,231
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$147,765,006
On Budget
Ahead of Schedul
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The major trackwork and signal work has been completed, with almost three miles of track, between the LaSalle and Illinois Medical District stations rebuild. The contractor is in the final stages of providing submittals and warranties. This project was completed early and is in the close out phase. This will be the final update for this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
Pace
Construct New Support Facilities
Bus
$20,250,000
$82,040,000
$0
$0
Add needed capacity for bus maintenance and storage.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
New I-55 Garage - Plainfield
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Plainfield Garage - Completion of construction of a new 189,000 square foot bus storage and maintenance facility in Plainfield, housing up to 130 buses with 12 maintenance bays and administrative offices. Pace has executed an I.G.A. with Northern Builders and the village of Plainfield to construct the project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$53,224,352
$0
$0
$53,224,352
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$55,385,593
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Construction of the facility has been completed in September 2022. Pace received the occupancy permit and the facility operations as well as bus service started in October 2022. Pace added an additional phase to the project to include an electric bus charger and electric car chargers, as well as procurement of various furniture and equipment for the facility and offices. This last phase of the project has reached substantial completion in April 2023. This project is currently in close out.
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
New Northwest Garage - Wheeling
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Northwest Wheeling Garage - Completion of the renovation of a 430,000 square feet bus storage and maintenance facility in Wheeling that will replace Pace's Northwest Division garage in Des Plaines. This CNG fueling facility will house approximately 133 buses with 17 maintenance bays and administrative offices.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$79,010,000
$0
$0
$79,010,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$81,130,695
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Village of Wheeling. The improvements to Old Willow Road have been completed. The initial design has been finalized. Pace is working on potentially changing scope or identifying other funding sources for this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2025
+
River Division Electrification/Expansion
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$20,250,000
$82,040,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Renovation of River Division located in Elgin, more than doubling the garage’s current capacity, including office space and installation of charging capabilities for electric buses.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$20,250,000
$61,790,000
$82,040,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,478,864
$20,250,000
$61,790,000
$83,518,864
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$113,901,460
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Pace has entered into a contract for Architectural and Engineering services for pre-design and design services. The contractor completed the pre-design activities, and final pre-design report was submitted to Pace. The adjacent property acquisition has been completed. Pace has completed a Change Order to the design contract to include additional scope for the electrification component. The design activities with the additional scope for electrification are ongoing. During this reporting period, the designer continued progress on the 60% design documents and cost analysis, with completion by late September 2025. Following approval of the 60% design, work will advance to 100% design, targeted for completion in April 2026.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
South Campus Project - Markham
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project will provide for construction, project management oversight, project administration, and any associated equipment and services for the Pace South Campus project. New facilities will be built on a 22-acre site that is situated next door to Pace’s South Division (2107 W. 163rd Place) Garage in Markham, Illinois, which is already owned by Pace. The purpose of this project is to consolidate certain operational functions currently operating at each garage into one location.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$37,901,526
$0
$0
$37,901,526
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$41,935,267
On Budget
Behind Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The office building has been completed and Pace held an opening ceremony in July 2024. The installation of the fire suppression system at the Acceptance Facility has been finalized and the project has reached substantial completion. Project close out activities are in progress. This is the last report on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2025
+
CTA
Information Technology
System
$15,200,000
$60,540,660
$98,970,663
$38,430,003
Improvement of business processes and systems.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Bus Yard Intrusion Detection System
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Project calls for a comprehensive intrusion detection system and real-time video surveillance system at each of CTA’s bus garages/yards.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$3,370,890
$0
$0
$3,370,890
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Critical Power Substation Physical Security Hardening
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The goal is to create a comprehensive yet sustainable solution that ultimately prevents, detects, tracks, authorizes, and responds to all human activity around the substations.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$3,989,654
$0
$0
$3,989,654
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Cyber Security Network Hardening
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The vision for CTA’s Cyber Security Network Hardening is to operationalize a secure and sustainable program of mitigation and risk reduction for CTA’s critical infrastructure and the control, command, and communications systems that are needed to provide transit services for commuters, tourists, and others depending on CTA every day.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,202,000
$0
$0
$8,202,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Fiber Optics Communication/ Network Upgrades
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$5,000,000
$19,928,917
Project Details
Description
This funding will improve CTA’s Operational Technology Network core, firewall, and network infrastructure. This will be achieved by adding cyber security tools and services to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from and against cyber threats and vulnerabilities and otherwise bringing CTA into compliance with industry best practices.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
State
$0
$5,000,000
$13,428,917
$18,428,917
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,002,305
$5,000,000
$14,928,917
$23,931,222
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Implement Security Projects - HLS Program
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$6,000,000
$30,000,000
Project Details
Description
This program provides competitive funding to public transportation agencies to protect critical high-risk surface transportation and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and to increase the resilience of transit infrastructure with eligibility based on daily ridership of transit systems serving key high-threat urban areas. It has identified critical infrastructure assets that are vital to the functionality and continuity of major high risk transit systems and whose incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on national security, public health, safety, or any combination thereof.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$6,000,000
$24,000,000
$30,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$647,520
$6,000,000
$24,000,000
$30,647,520
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Information Technology - Bus Router Replacements (MP070's)
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$4,200,000
$4,200,000
Project Details
Description
The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the bus routers to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2024 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide the CTA transit buses entirely new communications router and management platform by transitioning tocommercially available standard and supported hardware. Maintain annual support agreements with vendors solely dedicated to mobile communication providing a longevity and overall support cost savings.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$4,200,000
$0
$4,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,656,381
$4,200,000
$0
$7,856,381
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Information Technology - Hastus Upgrade
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The purpose of this project is to upgrade to Hastus Version 2022 (or later) to ensure bus and rail scheduling utilizes the advanced scheduling tools Hastus provides to provide 24/7 transit service to CTA riders. This scheduling software utilizes customized rules based on CTA's union rules and also current transit industry trends. Target October 2022 to have hardware in place and start software upgrade project. The current Hastus contract with vendor GIRO requires CTA to begin the update project in Oct 2022 by providing a notice to proceed order in Q4 2022. Delays may result in change orders by the vendor. The CTA uses Hastus software to optimize the efficiency of bus and rail vehicle and crew schedules. Hastus software has been the agency’s exclusive transit scheduling tool since 1999 and CTA has been upgrading its Hastus version every 4-5 years to keep up with the industry trends and improved practices. Hastus is used for bus schedule changes four times annually, and for rail schedule changes, twice annually. In addition, Hastus is used to generate supplemental schedules associated with school trips and special events. Hastus provides critical interfaces for CTA’s operations, bidding - TOPSsystem, Customer Timetables, Clever works and on other budget functions for external stakeholders. Over the course of the 20 years with Hastus, CTA has made significant investments in customizations with each new version and intends to upgrade to the latest version in 2022 to take advantages of the better algorithms and industry trends available at that time.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$1,700,000
$0
$0
$1,700,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Information Technology - IVN3/IVN4 Replacement
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the IVNs (Intelligent Vehicle Network) computer system on bus to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2023 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide a technology refresh cycle all IVN (Intelligence Vehicle Network)computers on board the CTA Bus Fleet currently active in the Bus transportation field operations with new IVN5 models.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$3,269,359
$0
$0
$3,269,359
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Information Technology - IVN3/IVN4 Replacement - CAD Upgrade
Support Facilities & Equipment
Bus
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The IVN replacement is a part of the overall project where CTA will also implement a Disruption Management System module, acquire Mobile CAD licenses, associated hardware, and provide for project development.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$10,972,956
$0
$0
$10,972,956
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Information Technology - MMIS Upgrade
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
The MMIS application is used for managing repairs and issuing parts to the CTA Bus and Rail fleet. The last upgrade of this application started in 2016 with target completion of 2018. By 2022, this version of the MMIS product will no longer be supported by Trapeze, the vendor of the MMIS application. This request is for the next anticipated major upgrade for this mission critical software. Without the upgrade CTA will not be entitled to fixes and support of this application and can be in danger of operating this critical software with risk of bugs or failureswithout a means to resolve them. Theexpected length of time for this upgrade is 18 months. This project will be to upgrade the MMIS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the MMIS application, Documoto Cloud application, all various interfaces between the applications and other enterprise applicationslike TOPS, ERP, Clever etc. The hardware infrastructure for the MMIS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded. The 256 KIOSKS spread across the various CTA facilities will need to be upgraded.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$1,000,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Information Technology - TOPS Upgrade II
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$1,500,000
Project Details
Description
To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the TOPS application, Viewpoint application, and the several interfaces with other enterprise applications like TOPS, ERP, Hastus, LMS etc. The hardware infrastructure for the TOPS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded along with The Tap / SIT boxes that are spread across the various CTA facilities will also need to be upgraded.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Rail Station Video Management
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project identifies needs for the complete upgrade and cyber security mitigation of CTA’s CCTV video management system across the rail system. Recent cyber security threat and vulnerability assessment (TVA) findings determined the existing video system has significant cyber vulnerabilities with the operating systems, is beyond useful life and is no longer supported. It is necessary to upgrade the video capture and storage infrastructure at over 200 rail facilities. The system upgrade will address cyber security vulnerabilities with unsupported and insecure Windows XP and Windows 7 operating systems.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$18,042,945
$0
$0
$18,042,945
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Transit Cyber Security
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project calls for the implementation of a comprehensive Transit Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation Project within the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). Project will include the upgrade, modernization, and hardening of CTA’s core firewall and network infrastructure, adding cyber security tools and services to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from and against cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The project will address findings, recommendations, and best practices from recent Threat and Vulnerability Assessments (TVA) and specifically target CTA systems potentially vulnerable from the global Solarwinds hack of 2020.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$4,913,000
$0
$0
$4,913,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Upgrade Computer Systems - (TOPS, Enterprise Systems)
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the TOPS application, Viewpoint application, and the several interfaces with other enterprise applications like TOPS, ERP, Hastus, LMS etc. The hardware infrastructure for the TOPS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded along with The Tap / SIT boxes that are spread across the various CTA facilities will also need to be upgraded.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$32,496,861
$0
$0
$32,496,861
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Upgrade Office Computer Systems
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Funding will provide for the hardware needed for any business-requested upgrades to major IT applications, which may include but not be limited to MMIS, Filemaker Pro, Hyperion, and QuickTrack. This project will also provide for the continued upgrade/replacement of desktop computers, printers servers, software, and associated peripherals.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$4,700,000
$0
$0
$4,700,000
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Upgrade Technology Systems
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$0
$4,911,743
Project Details
Description
Project scope will provide for the repair/replacement/upgrade of IT devices and/or systems, software or firmware release upgrades, emergency restoration, subject matter expertise (SME) support, and system monitoring.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$4,911,743
$4,911,743
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$4,911,743
$4,911,743
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
CTA
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide
Rail
$9,595,891
$47,979,455
$380,000,000
$332,020,545
Preform elevated track and structure maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
2021 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Track and structure improvements for this project were completed in this reporting period. Major elements included, but were not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work. Final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.22.2023
+
2022 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$38,000,000
$0
$0
$38,000,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Track and structure improvements for this project were completed in this reporting period. Major elements include, but are not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work. This will be the final update for this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2024
+
2023 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas:Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system.Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$29,336,647
$0
$0
$29,336,647
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
Ahead of Schedul
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Track and structure improvements were completed during this reporting period. Major elements included, but are not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2025
+
2024 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide
Track & Structure
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$9,595,891
$0
$0
$9,595,891
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$9,595,891
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Track and structure improvements continued during this reporting period. Major elements include, but are not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
2025 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide
Track & Structure
Rail
$9,595,891
$47,979,455
Project Details
Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$9,595,891
$38,383,564
$47,979,455
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$9,595,891
$38,383,564
$47,979,455
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Metra
Station ADA Rehabilitations
Rail
$9,050,000
$9,515,000
$1,169,899,500
$1,160,384,500
Metra's plan to make every station accessible to all people, reguardless of their mobility needs.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
115th St. (Kensington) Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
Project Details
Description
The project purpose/objective is the rehabilitation/replacement of the Historic Kensington station on Metra's Metra Electric line. The station is located in Chicago’s Pullman community and while ADA accessible, is ready for modernization. The station will stay open during project construction, which will include a multi-phase rehabilitation. The project will be split into three distinct phases with the scope of work to include but not be limited to constructing a new boarding platform, a platform length canopy, two warming shelters, a climate controlled headhouse with an elevator, renovation of the depot, new signage and wayfinding. Site improvements may include but are not limited to resurfacing the parking lots, reconstructing sidewalks, installing ADA curb cuts, and other improvements to make the entrance pathways ADA-compliant.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$2,000,000
$0
$2,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,000,000
$0
$2,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Kedzie Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$3,250,000
$3,715,000
Project Details
Description
The project will consist of the rehabilitation of the entire Kedzie station. This includes, but is not limited to, the rehabilitation of the platforms, canopy, staircases, retaining wall, guardrail, and station amenities (signs, lighting, bench, visual displays). The station will also be made ADA accessible through the addition of a compliant ramp or elevator to access the platform. The platform will also receive tactical striping for ADA accessibility.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$465,000
$465,000
State
$0
$3,250,000
$0
$3,250,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$3,250,000
$465,000
$3,715,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Matteson Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$1,800,000
$1,800,000
Project Details
Description
The project will rehabilitate the Matteson station and bring the station into ADA compliance. Improvements will include the replacement of all track-level station facilities with a new ADA-compliant station and improved Kiss & Ride facilities. The platform will be extended to accommodate 6-car trains along with a full-length canopy. The existing west entrance storefront, concrete platform stairs, headhouse, warming shelter, central and south windbreaks, light poles, and existing platform amenities will be demolished and reconstructed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$1,800,000
$0
$1,800,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,800,000
$0
$1,800,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Riverdale Station
Stations & Passenger Facilities
Rail
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
Project Details
Description
The rehabilitation of the 137th/Riverdale station facility will include the replacement of all track-level station facilities with a new ADA-compliant station and improved Kiss & Ride facilities. The platform will be extended to accommodate 6-car trains along with a full-length canopy. The north entrance will also be rebuilt along with the headhouse and gatehouse. Elevators will be added along with a new set of stairs at the south entrance.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$2,000,000
$0
$2,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,000,000
$0
$2,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
CTA
Administration - CTA
System
$8,410,195
$42,206,190
$55,000,000
$12,793,810
CTA's administrative projects.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Office Building Principle and Interest
Contingencies and Administration
System
$6,187,981
$30,939,412
Project Details
Description
The scope of this project will provide for capitalized lease payments for the new administration building, and improvements and upgrades to existing facilities and associated elements throughout the system.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$6,187,981
$24,751,431
$30,939,412
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$30,942,107
$6,187,981
$24,751,431
$61,881,519
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Support Services
Contingencies and Administration
System
$2,222,214
$11,266,778
Project Details
Description
Funding will provide for Project Administration for the program of projects. Supports a variety of tasks necessary to administer the project that include, but are not limited to, ensuring that quarterly and milestone progress reports are submitted on time, ensuring that sufficient funds are available for approved projects, reviewing and approving invoices for payment, submitting approved invoices for reimbursement, identifying and cataloging agency assets, preparing financial statements, and ensuring that approved projects meet expenditure goals established for the participation of DBEs.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$2,222,214
$9,044,564
$11,266,778
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$17,267,397
$2,222,214
$9,044,564
$28,534,175
Last Updated 06.12.2025
+
CTA
Rail Shops Improvements
Rail
$7,000,000
$28,800,000
$230,900,000
$202,100,000
Provide repair and replacement to worn components at rail maintenance shops.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
63rd Shop - Non-Revenue Equipment and Service
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Purchase of equipment associated with 63rd Shop operations moving from Skokie to 63rd. Also, contracts for movement of existing equipment/material. This is necessary to allow use of the new shop as planned.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
The purpose of this project is to support the expansion of CTA’s diesel-powered snow fighter locomotives via the construction of three sheds, one at each of the following locations: 98th, Midway, and Rosemont Yards to house the four new snow fighter locomotives. The sheds will fully enclose the locomotives. Work at each location provides for a pre-engineered insulated metal building structure, overhead coiling doors, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire alarms system, and tie-ins for sewer and electrical service.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Improve the efficiency of railcar maintenance at the Midway Rail Shop. The existing wheel truing machine is not efficient as it currently cannot facilitate truing all wheels on a railcar in one operation. Project scope includes an addition to the shop and construction of additional track to the north of the building, which will facilitate truing all wheels on a railcar pair in one operation.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$13,800,000
$13,800,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$0
$13,800,000
$14,800,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Non-Revenue Rail Vehicle Equipment - Replacement
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
Project Details
Description
Replace various rail-borne non-revenue vehicles that have exceeded their useful lives. Repairs and spare parts have become increasingly difficult which raises maintenance costs and increases duration of downtime of this critical equipment. Equipment includes: car movers, rail borne sewer vacuum, subway washer vehicle, rail profile grinder, rail cranes, 2 locomotive crane 22 ton, 2 tie cranes w/ close clearance tie replacement head, sky trim tree trimmer, tie inserters, MKVI tamper and stabilizer. Car movers needed to move rail cars in/out of shops, sewer vac needed for subway sewers, subway washer needed for subway cleanliness, other equipment needed for track maintenance.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$5,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$8,000,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Rail Car Facility Maintenance
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$5,000,000
Project Details
Description
Replacement of various shop facility heavy equipment that is ending their useful lives. Equipment includes: carbody hoists at Harlem, spin jacks at Rosemont and Wheel truing machine at 54th (replace with 4-axle), office space at Harlem above classroom, security gates at Kimball/54th for when rollup doors are raised, 2 man gates at DesPlaines.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$5,000,000
$5,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,507,124
$0
$5,000,000
$12,507,124
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Replace Non-Revenue 61st St. Rail Shop
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
✔︎
Project Details
Description
Construct a new non-revenue vehicle maintenance facility for maintenance and repair of non-revenueequipment. Facility will also include covered storage tracks for track maintenance equipment. Thepurpose of the new Non-Revenue Rail Vehicle Maintenance Facility is to provide facilities formaintenance and repair of over 125 pieces of non-revenue equipment used for right-of-way maintenanceand other rail-mounted non-revenue vehicles.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$108,083,474
$0
$0
$108,083,474
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$70,017,063
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
The contractor made considerable progress in this reporting period and requested substantial completion in January 2024, which is under review by CTA. The contractor completed work on the parking lot including laying asphalt, installing, and welding new rail, and other landscape activities. The contractor continues to address punch list items for project closeout.
This is the final update on this project.
Last Updated 03.27.2025
+
Skokie Shops - Railcar Hoists
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
Construct two new Rail car body hoists where the non-revenue unit is currently situated. This unit is to move to new facility in late 2023 or early 2024. Additional space with new hoists increases the capacity to overhaul series cars. Over the next five years, CTA will need to continue the overhaul of the 5000 Series, while also addressing life extending work on existing 2600 and 3200 Series expected to remain in fleet until replacement cars are available from a future order.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Skokie Shops Improvements Other
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$5,000,000
$5,000,000
Project Details
Description
Various shop improvements, including: Repurpose truck wash machine area to HVAC/truck wash, fill in truck transfer pit and install truck hi-line, add truck hi-line positions (and lighting, hose reels) in truck storage area, additional air operated 2-ton crane in Paint Booth, engineering lab, additional crane in truck shop on existing rails.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$5,000,000
$0
$5,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$45,583,334
$5,000,000
$0
$50,583,334
Last Updated 12.14.2023
+
Metra
Uncategorized Projects - Metra
Rail
$6,740,000
$42,220,000
$0
$0
These are a miscellaneous set of Capital projects undertaken by Metra.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
COVID 19 - Modifications
N/A
Rail
$0
$0
Project Details
Description
This project will fund modifications to gallery cars and EMU's to improve the interior air quality and sanitation within Metra's railcar fleet. Project activities will address public health concerns and to mitigate airborne viruses. Improvements to be made by this project may include, but is not limited to improving HVAC system components, filter upgrades, new UV lights, installation of hand sanitizer dispensers, signage, and other upgrades as needed.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$8,450,000
$0
$0
$8,450,000
Last Updated 12.16.2022
+
Cybersecurity Systems
N/A
Rail
$400,000
$1,600,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project covers all cybersecurity-related hardware, software, professional services, and cloud investments for the entire agency. The project also includes the purchase of hardware and software for multiple networks and segments including IT systems, positive train control (PTC), SCADA infrastructure, signal, telecom, and camera networks. The purchased equipment will cover vulnerability scanning and prioritization, patch automation and remediation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and endpoint detection and response (EDR).This project will fund the purchase and installation of equipment and software for scanning, prioritization, and remediation of vulnerabilities. This also includes the purchase of hardware and software for multiple networks and segments including IT systems, positive train control (PTC), SCADA infrastructure, and signal, telecom, and camera networks. The purchased equipment will cover vulnerability scanning and prioritization, patch automation and remediation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and endpoint detection and response (EDR).
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$400,000
$1,200,000
$1,600,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,994,013
$400,000
$1,200,000
$3,594,013
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$1,246,742
On Budget
Ahead of Schedul
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Contracts for cybersecurity and vulnerability software were awarded and software installation completed for 13 contracts. Contracts were awarded for vulnerability assessment. Software implementation was completed during this reporting period. This will be the final update on this project.
Last Updated 06.10.2025
+
Infrastructure Engineering MET
N/A
Rail
$5,000,000
$37,830,000
Project Details
Description
This project funds various engineering responsibilities for capital projects. Metra’s Engineering Department as well as consultant engineers provide support to capital projects. The associated professional consultant services include design engineering and/or construction management in the areas of civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, signal, communications and environmental engineering. Work will be done systemwide.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$5,000,000
$32,830,000
$37,830,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$6,829,268
$5,000,000
$32,830,000
$44,659,268
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
IT Components & Services
N/A
Rail
$0
$900,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project includes the procurement and installation components to support Metra’s technology and computer systems. The project may include but is not limited to the physical hardware, virtualization software, storage area networks, firewalls, switches, communications hardware, cloud connectivity software and services, and circuits for the data center at Metra Headquarters. The current components are at the end of their useful life or are technically obsolete.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$900,000
$900,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$7,073,000
$0
$900,000
$7,973,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$12,059,193
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
This is a multiple year and multiple project type of capital project. Purchase orders have been awarded for various computer hardware and software. Hardware continues to be delivered and installed. Purchase order releases for computer hardware and software continue in process and deliveries will continue over the next several years.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
Systemwide Cameras
N/A
Rail
$1,340,000
$1,890,000
✔︎
Project Details
Description
This project consists of adding up to 600 cameras per year throughout the Metra system. Installation on the Rock Island (RI) Line and the Southwest Service (SWS) Line, this project may support up to 1,300 cameras to be installed at all grade crossings and the 23 existing depots on the RI and SWS. Project expenses may including, but are not limited to, cameras and associated wiring and masts. This is a multi-year, phase-funded project.
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$1,340,000
$550,000
$1,890,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$4,450,000
$1,340,000
$550,000
$6,340,000
PMO:
Total Project Budget^
Budget Status
Schedule Status
Start Date
End Date
$2,450,000
On Budget
On Schedule
^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group
Current Status
Camera licenses, security cameras, SD cards, and accessories were purchased, and installation completed. IP cameras and equipment purchases are currently underway and are 27% complete with additional purchase orders being released for additional cameras.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
CTA
Maintenance Facilities Rehabilitation
System
$6,012,402
$40,339,405
$200,000,000
$159,660,595
Perform facilities maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$11,458,222
$0
$0
$11,458,222
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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$13,692,373
$0
$0
$13,692,373
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
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 ongoing during this reporting period and maintenance work continues.
Last Updated 09.12.2025
+
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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$3,030,281
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$3,030,281
$12,121,124
$15,151,405
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$3,030,281
$12,121,124
$15,151,405
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Boiler Replacement (Rosemont)
Support Facilities & Equipment
System
$979,000
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$979,000
$0
$979,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$979,000
$0
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 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
$3,669,633
$0
$0
$3,669,633
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
$939,000
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$939,000
$0
$939,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$939,000
$0
$939,000
Last Updated 12.19.2024
+
Substation Roof Repairs - Phase III
Support Facilities & Equipment
Rail
$1,064,121
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$1,064,121
$3,875,879
$4,940,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,064,121
$3,875,879
$4,940,000
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.
Toggle
Project Title
Asset Category
Mode
2025 Funding
2025-2029 Funding
PMO
+
Subway Life Safety
Track & Structure
Rail
$5,250,000
$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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source
Previous Funding*
2025 Funding
2026-2029 Funding
Total
Federal
$0
$5,250,000
$12,750,000
$18,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$14,257,538
$5,250,000
$12,750,000
$32,257,538
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 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
