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Transit Funding Could Finally Be Back on Track in Missouri

Missouri Times Editorial The Missouri State Legislative Session adjourned with a historic move in support of public transportation. For the first time in two decades, Missouri is set to invest $8.7 million in transit – a sum that would be split amongst the 34 transit providers operating in the state. This increase is critically needed … Continued

Service Changes Set for June 13 to three MetroBus Routes

On Monday, June 13, Metro Transit will make schedule adjustments to three MetroBus routes in Missouri: #58 Chesterfield Valley, #70 Grand and #94 Page. These changes will improve on-time performance and better manage passenger volume on select bus trips. There are no adjustments to MetroBus routes in Illinois or MetroLink service.   Details for the … Continued

MO Legislature Moves Amtrak Service Back to Twice Daily

The Missouri legislative session wrapped on May 13 with a boost to Amtrak service.  The State of Missouri and Amtrak will restore the second of two daily round-trip trains on the Amtrak MidwestSM Missouri River Runner line between the Amtrak stations in Kansas City and St. Louis starting July 1.  MODOT’s initial budget request was for … Continued

Grand Opening Celebration of the “Transit Stop Transformation” Project at the Belleville Transit Center Set for Saturday, June 25, at 12:30 p.m.

  Join Citizens for Modern Transit, St. Clair County Transit District, AARP in St. Louis and Metro Transit as they unveil the region’s latest “Transit Stop Transformation” Project – this time at the Belleville Transit Center, located at 718 Scheel Street in Belleville. The event will get underway at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, … Continued

CITIZENS FOR MODERN TRANSIT TO HOST NEXT “TALKING TRANSIT” EVENT ON JUNE 9

  Discussion to Highlight New Initiatives Underway through Metro Transit Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) has announced plans for its next virtual “Talking Transit” event, which is set for Thursday, June 9, at 8:30 a.m. via ZOOM. This event will highlight new initiatives underway through Metro Transit to expand accessibility and further improve safety and … Continued

Expo Set to Open Phase 1 in August

The latest development along MetroLink is set to open Phase 1 this August delivering housing and retail within steps of MetroLink, MetroBus, and more.   The Expo at Forest Park is on track to open its North Building on August 1 with leasing currently underway. The South Building is set to open on October 1.  The … Continued

CMT Selects Consultant for Public Relations Role

CMT has selected the Hauser Group for its recent RFP for Public Relations services to build ridership on transit. The Hauser Group was selected from a pool of 4 proposals – evaluated based on the following established criteria: Qualifications of person/firm conducting the work Proposal Quality Product samples – samples provided and/or on firm website need to … Continued

CMT Seeking Program/Social Media Associate to Join the Team

Citizens for Modern Transit  Program and Social Media Associate  Position Summary Seeking a Program and Social Media Associate who would be responsible for social media, website management, the oversight of programming like Ten Toe Express and overall organizational support. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive compensation package. As Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) … Continued

Weigh in on the future of Transportation in the Region; Make Sure Transit is a Part of Focus

What will transportation in the St. Louis region look like in 2050? Now is your chance to help East-West Gateway Council of Governments prioritize future transportation investments. Our region is updating our Long-Range Transportation Plan. Take a brief survey to provide your input and ideas for how transportation should evolve in the next 25 years! https://metroquestsurvey.com/nl0x0e


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