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• Restructuring Initiatives
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Benefits of "Vision 2020"
Public transportation has lagged behind the shifts in population and employment in the region. Service enhancements are needed to address the growth and new travel patterns. Between 1970 and 1990, the region's population and employment grew by 4% and 21%, respectively.

Older communities experienced declines in population and jobs, while new suburban areas grew rapidly. The 2020 forecasts show renewed growth in the City of Chicago and many of the older suburbs. Over the next 20 years, this plan will provide Pace with the strategy to reshape its system by using new methods and technology to meet market needs and demands. Vision 2020 is the blueprint for the future of suburban transit.

By providing fast and convenient transit services throughout Pace's suburban service area, this plan is expected to substantially improve mobility for all segments of the suburban population, assist communities in their pursuit of improved quality of life, and promote regional smart growth goals.

In summary, the key reasons to implement Vision 2020 are:

Customers

Higher level of suburban mobility

Faster service

More flexible service

Pedestrian and bicycle access

Improved passenger facilities

Greater public safety

Improved connections

Better access to jobs and community facilities

Reduced reliance on the automobile

Regional Development

Positive effect on new development

Less congestion

Infrastructure improvements

Strong economic development

Strong regional public transportation system

Environment

Improved air quality

Better connected communities

Serves Everyone

Work commuters

Riders with strollers

People with disabilities

Seniors

Full Suburban Access

Convenient

Affordable

Easy-to-use

Fast

Direct

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