E. 79th St. Red Line

$10M project upgrades the station with ADA compliance, ramps, pedestrian safety features, new platforms, enhanced lighting, sustainability, and improved amenities like bike racks and signage.

E. 79th St. Red Line

About this Project

About the Project

Total cost: $10.0 Million, awarded to Panzica Construction

Project History

  • This is the last key station to become ADA compliant
  • Design was created by GCRTA staff

Scope of Work

  • ADA compliant station
  • Access to the station will be through a series of ramps and stair structures down the existing hillside, similar to E. 116 - St. Luke's, Buckeye - Woodhill and Tri-C - Campus District stations
  • Pedestrian track crossing protected by railroad gate, flashing lights and audible bells
  • New entry plaza will serve as an entrance to the station and a bus waiting environment
  • Separate entrance for Orlando Baking employees
  • Replacement of existing platforms with new Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) which are long enough to accommodate 3-car Red Line trains
  • Upgraded lighting
  • Cameras and emergency call boxes that communicate directly with GCRTA Transit Police
  • Constructed to meet the requirements of the SITES Sustainability Program
  • Replacement of existing track through the station
  • Station amenities including bike racks, trash and recycling receptacles and upgraded station signage and wayfinding

  • A decorative gate at the station with the word 'Orlando' engraved.
    A decorative gate at the station with the word 'Orlando' engraved.
  • A railway crossing with safety barriers and station canopy in the background.
    A railway crossing with safety barriers and station canopy in the background.
  • A ramp leading to the train platform under a canopy with signage.
    A ramp leading to the train platform under a canopy with signage.
  • An overview of the train platform with a train visible on the tracks.
    An overview of the train platform with a train visible on the tracks.
  • A side view of the train platform with stairs and a ramp leading to the platform.
    A side view of the train platform with stairs and a ramp leading to the platform.
  • Signage and entrance to the station with RTA logo visible.
    Signage and entrance to the station with RTA logo visible.
  • Signage at the station directing passengers to trains.
    Signage at the station directing passengers to trains.
  • A view of the railway tracks and platform edge with surrounding greenery.
    A view of the railway tracks and platform edge with surrounding greenery.
  • An aerial view of the train platform and tracks.
    An aerial view of the train platform and tracks.

Progress and Milestones

  • September 2019
    Environmental Clearance
    completed
  • November 2019
    Construction Bid Documents
    completed
  • March 2020
    Construction Notice to Proceed
    completed
  • Existing Station Closure
    completed
  • Construction Complete
    completed

Team and Partners

Panzica Construction Co.
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