IL HR0675

Urges the Chicago Transit Authority to prioritize and expedite planning and construction of a 5.3-mile Red Line extension from the 95th Street Terminal to the vicinity of 130th Street on Chicago's far South Side.

Proposes adding 4 new stations near 103rd Street, 111th Street, Michigan Avenue, and 130th Street, each with bus and parking facilities.

States the extension would reduce travel times for far South Side and South Suburban residents, improve the existing 95th Street terminal performance, and support economic development initiatives.

Notes that the Red Line extension has been proposed since 1967 but the Chicago Transit Authority has not allocated funding for it in the 2014 budget or established a construction timeline.

Requests that the Chicago Transit Authority make firm financial commitments and set specific construction dates to increase credibility and demonstrate commitment to serving all citizens in its service area.