PROJECT NAME
Central Station Transit Center Refurbishments
LOCATION
Central Avenue/Van Buren Street
REASON FOR THE PROJECT
Central Station was constructed in 1997 and is heavily used. These ARRA funds allow the City to upgrade Central Station Transit Center's ADA-accessibility, lighting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems and add security cameras, a new signage system, a new, solar roof, shade elements and shade trees.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
March 2010 - January 2011
AMOUNT OF AWARD
$5,000,000
CONTRACTORS
To be determined
JOBS CREATED/SAVED
7.80 in last calendar quarter
BENEFIT TO RESIDENTS
Increased accessibility, safety, convenience and comfort for commuters at Central Station Transit Center, with improved lighting, security cameras and wayfinding signage. Adding shade and solar elements will help reduce the cost of operating the facility.