a new ADA-accessible ramp from the station house to the platform will be constructed alongside new stairs and an extension of the platform itself. Racine with the inclusion of a new elevator, as well as significant upgrades to the auxiliary entrance and exit on S.
Originally built in 1958, work at the Racine Blue Line Station will include fully reconstructing the main stationhouse located at 430 S. On January 1, 2005, weekend service was restored. The work was officially completed on Januwith new elevated structures, track, stations, new communication networks and an upgraded traction power system along the route. Thanks to the funding we received through the Rebuild Illinois capital program, we’re now able to “unlock” one more station and soon provide a fully-accessible transit option for not only this West Side community, but for any of the millions who travel our rail system each year.” In September 2001, the CTA began a historic reconstruction of the Douglas Branch to repair its aging infrastructure. “The CTA has collaborated with Chicago’s disability community to pursue a vision of 100% accessibility for all customers.
“This is another exciting step forward in our commitment to making the entire CTA rail system fully accessible,” said CTA President Dorval R.
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