Metra station on Rock Island Line to get $9 million upgrade
CHICAGO (WGN) — Metra's board of directors gave their approval Wednesday to a nearly $9 million plan to completely renovate the 115th Street-Morgan Park station on the the Rock Island Line.
The depot dates back to 1892. The existing shelter replaced a 125-year-old station house that was damaged by fire in May, 2017 and later demolished. It had been designated a historic landmark by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks in 1995.
Renderings created by Legat Architects and shared by the transit agency indicate the work will include shelter upgrades and a new plaza and sidewalks. Metra also says the project will address stormwater management needs. The station's two parking lots will be resurfaced and get new lighting.
IHC Construction Companies of Elgin was awarded the $8.69 million contract. The firm has committed to meeting Metra's goal of spending 25% of the contract total using firms that are a part of the Illinois Department of Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program. Its chosen subcontractors include Araiza Corporation, Brandenburger Plumbing, Inc., EOS Mechanical, Inc., Pinto Construction Group, Inc., and Sanchez Paving Company, according to a release from Metra.
Work at the station is expected to begin later this year.
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