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    Chicago, IL 60661

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    547 W. Jackson Blvd.
    Chicago, IL 60661
    United States
    http://www.metrarail.com
    312.322.6777

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    Metra is a commuter rail service in the Chicago area since 1984.

    Products and Press Releases

    CTA
    Management

    RTA of Northern Illinois submits request for $375 million in federal funding to fight climate change

    Regional Transportation Authority - Chicago
    April 12, 2024
    The funding would allow the CTA, Metra and Pace to purchase and deploy state-of-the-art green technology benefiting riders and residents across four counties.
    Metra
    Infrastructure

    Metra reveals list of 2024 construction projects

    April 4, 2024
    The projects, some of which are already under construction and will continue through the fall, will ensure Metra customers continue to enjoy safe and reliable service.
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    Vehicles

    FTA awards $631 million in Rail Vehicle Replacement Program grants

    Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
    Feb. 22, 2024
    The funding will help transit agencies in Chicago, Ill., Philadelphia, Pa., and Baltimore, Md., replace older vehicles with 300 new railcars.
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    Fare Collection

    Access Pilot Program to launch Feb. 1 in Chicago area

    Jan. 17, 2024
    In partnership with the Regional Transportation Authority of Northern Illinois, Metra and Cook County, Ill., the Access Pilot Program will extend reduced fares on the entire ...
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    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Public feedback involved in Amtrak’s renovation of Concourse at Chicago Union Station

    Amtrak
    Jan. 4, 2024
    Improvements to the boarding process, modernized amenities and new services are among the changes to be designed.
    Management

    Metra Board of Directors approves 2024 operating and capital budgets

    Nov. 13, 2023
    The $1.1 billion operating budget includes a major revision to the agency’s fare structure and a new mix of fare products while the $574.9 million capital budget continues a significant...
    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra to close 103rd Street/Rosemoor Station Nov. 20 for renovation

    Nov. 9, 2023
    The renovation is expected to take seven to 12 months and is part of the Metra Electric Community Initiative.
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    Vehicles

    Metra to receive $169.3 million CMAQ grant to buy zero-emission trainsets

    Oct. 18, 2023
    The funding represents the largest discretionary grant in Metra’s history and allows the agency to be among the first in the U.S. to operate the battery-powered, zero-emission...
    RTA
    Maulik Vaishnav joins RTA team as senior deputy executive director of planning and capital programming
    Management

    RTA of Northern Illinois appoints Maulik Vaishnav as senior deputy executive director of planning and capital programming

    Regional Transportation Authority - Chicago
    Oct. 12, 2023
    Vaishnav will coordinate with the CTA, Metra, Pace, other government entities, civic partners and department staff to support regional and local planning and programs.
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    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Pace reveals completed bus station along Pulse Dempster Line

    Pace Suburban Bus
    Aug. 10, 2023
    The Pulse Dempster Line will provide faster bus service with limited stops, accessible trip information and modern amenities to the community.

    Articles & News

    Metra
    Vehicles

    Metra signs $154 million contract with Stadler for battery electric trainsets

    Eman Abu-Khaled
    Feb. 22, 2024
    The BEMU rail vehicles supplied by Stadler will help Metra to improve air quality in Chicago's more densely populated regions.
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    Safety & Security

    Metra adopts Passenger Code of Conduct, set to permanently allow bikes on trains Feb. 1

    Brandon Lewis
    Jan. 18, 2024
    The Passenger Code of Conduct identifies prohibited behaviors for anyone using Metra facilities or trains and allows for the suspension of riding privileges and/or confiscation...
    Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission
    The Watsonville-Santa Cruz Multimodal Corridor Program, which includes transit and active transportation improvements, was one of nine projects awarded funding through the USDOT's Mega grants program.
    Management

    USDOT awards nearly $1.2 billion in Mega grants

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Feb. 1, 2023
    The funding includes more than $517 million awarded to four passenger rail and transit projects.
    CREATE Program
    The Forest Park Flyover will eliminate conflicts between freight and passenger trains; the location is called the most congested rail chokepoint in the Chicago area.
    Infrastructure

    CREATE Program begins construction on first half of 75th Street CIP

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Oct. 26, 2022
    The project will remedy the most congested rail chokepoint in the Chicago area and ease freight and passenger train movements.
    Metra
    A rendering of the possible color scheme for Metra's battery-powered locomotive.
    Vehicles

    Metra pursuing zero-emission locomotives

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Aug. 18, 2022
    The plan, approved by the commuter railroad’s board, will convert up to six of Metra’s oldest locomotives to battery power.
    Metra
    A project that will rehab the Rogers Park Station on Metra’s Union Pacific North Line was one of 43 Chicagoland projects to be awarded grants through the Invest in Cook Program.
    Management

    ‘Invest in Cook’ awards funds to two Chicago region transit projects

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Aug. 9, 2022
    The program awards grants for transportation-related projects and this year, will fund two transit, 16 pedestrian, 11 bicycle, one freight and 13 road projects.
    Cook County
    Octavia Saffold, a Metra Electric rider, offered a testimonial of the positive impact the Fair Transit South Cook pilot program has had on her life.
    Fare Collection

    Fair Transit South Cook pilot labeled a success in first annual report

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    May 5, 2022
    The final two years of the program will see the partners working on an integrated fare payment solution that supports the program’s goals of providing more equitable mobility....
    Regional Transportation Authority
    RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace have launched a joint advocacy campaign in the Chicago region to share the benefits of transit.
    Management

    Chicago region’s RTA launches ‘Forward for All’ campaign

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    April 4, 2022
    The advocacy campaign aims to strengthen regional pride in the transit network and build awareness on the positive impact CTA, Pace and Metra services bring to the area.
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    Infrastructure

    Metra breaks ground on bridge project near Grayland Station

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Oct. 1, 2021
    The project will replace a 122-year-old bridge that carries the Milwaukee District North Line, Amtrak and freight trains.
    Amsted Rail Transit
    One of Amsted Rail Transit's bogie's developed for use on transit and commuter rail applications.
    Rail Vehicle Builders, Components & Accessories

    Amsted Rail Transit to partner with Alstom on 200-car Metra order

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Sept. 24, 2021
    Amsted Rail Transit will supply bogie systems and other components, which will then be integrated into Alstom’s railcars.

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    Infrastructure

    Illinois Gov. Pritzker launches Chicago Hub Improvement Program

    Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
    Aug. 4, 2023
    The program will invest nearly $1.1 billion in regional rail infrastructure, upgrade Chicago’s Union Station and improve performance and reduce delays while strengthening the ...
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    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra cuts ribbon on rehabilitated Blue Island-Vermont Street Station depot

    July 24, 2023
    The $3.7 million project included a complete interior renovation, renovation of the roof and repairs to meet ADA compliance for accessible routes and new wayfinding and intermodal...
    Pace Suburban Bus
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    Mobile Applications

    Pace launches Pace Connect

    Pace Suburban Bus
    June 28, 2023
    Pace Connect is a new transit service designed to provide a first and last mile transit option during late night hours in two designated zones and is geared towards third shift...
    Metra
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    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra breaks ground on project to renovate three stations on Metra Electric line

    June 23, 2023
    The work is part of the Metra Electric Community Initiative; when completed, all stations will be ADA-accessible.
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    Metra, Homewood and other officials broke ground on May 11 on the $14.5 million renovation of the Homewood Station along the Metra Electric Line.
    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra breaks ground on $14.5 million renovation of Homewood Station along Metra Electric Line

    May 15, 2023
    The work includes the construction of a new, ADA-accessible east headhouse, the renovation of the platform, wind breaks, warming house, and gatehouse and construction of a new...
    Metra
    Metra is taking on several station improvement projects.
    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra to complete several station improvement projects

    May 3, 2023
    Construction work began during the first week of April and will continue through fall 2023, weather permitting.
    Signage and Displays

    Metra Board of Directors approves $20 million contract to purchase video monitors

    April 21, 2023
    Global Display Solutions will supply weather-proof LCD monitors of various sizes to be installed at all stations, providing up-to-the-minute travel information to customers from...
    Safety & Security

    Metra to conduct Operation Lifesaver Safety Blitzes at 49 train stations

    March 30, 2023
    The blitzes are part of Metra's ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the importance of safe behavior around its trains and tracks.
    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metra to close access to tunnel on east side of Homewood Station on March 13

    Feb. 23, 2023
    The station rehabilitation includes the construction of a new, ADA-accessible headhouse on the east side, as well as the installation of new drainage, ventilation, lighting, and...