Transit Moves People
Fact #9
Transit use has increased nationally faster than any other mode of transportation. It increased 34% between 1995-2011.
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 Teams Up with St. Louis’ Own Professional Midfielder Miguel Perez for Transit Campaign
Citizens for Modern Transit announced it is teaming up with St. Louis’ own professional midfielder Miguel Perez to encourage area residents to take transit. The advertising campaign reinforces that MetroLink and MetroBus are great transportation options for Matchday, work or play.
Secure Platform Plan Moves Forward at Metro Transit, Weigh in
Metro Transit’s Secure Platform Plan continues to move forward with first package estimated to be open by Spring of 2024. In January, the agency announced the MetroLink Secure Platform Plan would be moving forward in a phased approach with six packages each ranging from four to eight stations.
Sponsorship Opportunities for the Upcoming 39th CMT Annual Meeting
Transit is on the move in the St. Louis region – exciting things are happening including light rail expansion, placemaking, and more around the St. Louis transit system. With that said, we are happy to announce the Citizens for Modern Transit 39th Annual Meeting will be in person this year on September 15, 2023. We invite you to join us as a sponsor of this year’s event.