"When completed, Salt Lake's transit system will connect dozens of communities along the fast-growing Wasatch Front, support new economic development and generate thousands of good jobs for the community," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. "This is a terrific example of how investing in our transportation systems lays a strong foundation for our nation's continued economic growth."

The extension of TRAX service to Draper is the final project in UTA's Frontlines 2015 Program, a $2.9 billion program to build 70 miles of rail in seven years and place a major transit stop within reach of every resident in the UTA service area. Four new light-rail lines, one new commuter rail line and a new light-rail maintenance facility will more than double UTA's existing rail system.