SEPTA To Hold Open House on 2017 Capital Budget

SEPTA is beginning to seek public input on its new capital budget and program, starting with an open houseJan. 20. 

The Open House on the Development of the Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Budget and 12-Year Capital Program will include two sessions, from noon to 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 20. Both sessions will be held in the SEPTA Board Room on the mezzanine level at SEPTA Headquarters, 1234 Market Street.

SEPTA will make presentations about the capital program during both sessions, at 12:30 p.m. during the first session and 5:15 p.m. at the second. Staff will also be available to answer questions throughout the sessions. Anyone interested is invited to attend, including riders and residents, elected officials, and representatives of citizens groups and public agencies.

SEPTA officials will provide those in attendance with a progress update on work related to the “Rebuilding for the Future” Capital Program. SEPTA embarked on this plan following the passage of Act 89, the state's new comprehensive solution for transportation capital funding. SEPTA is embarking on a significant number of projects to catch up on its $5 billion backlog of critical capital projects, such as bridge replacements, power substation overhauls and new vehicle purchases.

Public comments on the development of the 2017 Capital Budget and 12-Year Capital Program can be given during the open house, or submitted in writing.