2012-2017: SVS Phase 2 Station Renovation Project

The renovation of the historic depot began construction October 2014 and was completed March 2017.

The opportunity to start phase two was made possible when the City was awarded a $15 million federal Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation. The grant money was combined with local Measure A funds to cover the $35 million construction cost.

The renovation project brought the following benefits:

  • Created a more hospitable, welcoming, convenient station
  • Improved mobility and connections among modes and set the stage for future transportation center expansion, including high speed rail and streetcars
  • Improved condition of building spaces, systems and exteriors, extend building life and add energy-saving features
  • Created a dynamic urban center and gateway to destinations at or adjacent to the Depot and to the city and Railyards
  • Upgrade dtransportation services at the station and introduce new transportation, retail and commercial uses
  • Rehabilitated and restore historic features of the building, which is renown as a classic American rail station
Interior view of Main Waiting Room looking mural open_in_full

View of renovated interior and freshly cleaned historic mural.

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