City leaders in West Whiteland Township joined representatives from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority to celebrate the completion of a modernization project at Exton Station on the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail Line.
The project, funded through Act 89 of 2013, was a complete renewal of the station, including high-level platforms for fully accessible boarding; installation of accessible ramps and stairs; construction of a new station building with restrooms, LED lighting and upgraded signage; new passenger waiting areas; installation of covered bicycle parking; redesigning and expansion of parking lots to improve traffic flow; installation of a storm water management system, and installation of new payment systems.
“Dedicated state funding from Act 89 is critical in preserving the transit system for future generations,” said SEPTA Board Chairman Pasquale T. Deon Sr. “We value the strong partnerships we have at the federal, state, and local level.”
The project was part of SEPTA’s “Rebuilding the System” program that upgrades infrastructure throughout the Transit and Regional Rail systems.
“The Exton Station Reconstruction project has transformed an aging station into a vision of modern transportation,” said SEPTA General Manager Leslie S. Richards. “We are proud to now provide full accessibility to all riders, as well as a number of other improvements that will enhance safety and the overall customer experience.”