Transit Drives the Economy
Fact #7
For every $1 in statewide public transit capital investment ~ $10 in overall economic activity is generated in Missouri, a ratio of 10-1. (2023 Economic Impact Study of Public Transit in Missouri)
Our Mission
CMT leads efforts for an integrated, affordable, and convenient public transportation system with light rail expansion as the critical component that will drive economic growth to improve quality of life in the St. Louis region.
CMT Talking Transit Provides Status Update on the Green Line
Panelists Participating in the Virtual Discussion Reinforced the Project is About People, Accessibility and Economic Equity. A status update on the proposed St. Louis MetroLink Green Line and associated development, accessibility, community and economic opportunities were discussed during Citizens for Modern Transit’s (CMT) “Talking Transit” event, hosted on Oct. 16 via Zoom.
St. Louis County to Hold Open Houses on Comprehensive Plan
Great opportunity to weigh in on the importance of transit investment.
December’s Metro Transit Service Change Set to Impact 18 MetroBus Routes in MO & IL
Metro Transit will implement a quarterly service change on Monday, December 2, 2024. This service change will improve MetroBus service frequency and coverage across several routes in Missouri and Illinois.