This new report from the National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) takes a look at state legislative action to define Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), plan for and fund TOD projects, “provide ‘last-mile’ transportation solutions to get to and from a transit stop, and a number of other states’ strategies to encourage TOD.” The NCSL is a … Continued
The St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is seeking a consulting firm with expertise in transit station area planning and development. The objective is to develop Station Area Plans for three existing MetroLink station areas along the current alignment and two proposed station areas along the planned Northside-Southside MetroLink extension alignment. This study will be funded … Continued
The Missouri House and Senate have announced their committee assignments for 2013. Below are committees that could have a direct impact on any funding for public transit in Missouri. Please consider dropping a note or an email to these individuals about the importance of an expanded, integrated public transportation system in the state that is … Continued
Success rates for local and state transportation initiatives have been hovering at close to 80 percent since 2010, demonstrating what could be a shift in public support for transit. The fact that voters have come out to the polls in support of transit, and have even gone so far as to vote in favor of … Continued
The birth of the modern streetcar and growing support for tramways is a trend emerging across the U.S. and around the world. With streetcar lines typically being less expensive to build than light rail or subway systems, and more attractive to commuters than buses, it seems that the modern streetcar has a bright future. However, … Continued
Job Posting Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is seeking a talented individual to serve as Grants/Program Manager of the organization. CMT, a 1000-member 501(c)3 organization with a 24-member volunteer board, leads the St. Louis region’s education and advocacy efforts for a robust and expanding transit system, especially light rail, with the goal of building livable, … Continued
The Missouri Blue Ribbon TRansportation Commission released its Missouri Transportation Needs Final Report. According to Co-chair Bill McKenna it was the intent of the committee to determine the needs and options to fix those needs. Over 800 attended the various meetings held around the state with over 200 providing testimony. Bill noted several key points that … Continued
Over the past four years, the Obama Administration has made public transportation and high-speed rail a more central focus of public policy. The concept of a ” National Rail Network” was developed by the Administration with the goal of spurring economic growth and making high-speed rail accessible to 80% of Americans within 25 years. Since … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) will present Economics of Building Around Light Rail in a few short weeks. Set for Wednesday, Feb. 6 at noon at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark, the event will feature National Transit Oriented Development Expert, Dena Belzer, who will provide insight on why building around light rail should … Continued
Following the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) technical assistance panel (TAP) on October 30, 2012, a presentation was held in November to discuss the outcomes of the study and address recommendations for potential development around the Grand MetroLink Station. Since completion of the TAP and panel presentation, ULI has put together a report outlining its recommendations … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit has compiled a database of development occurring around MetroLink stations, which is now available on the CMT website. New developments within a half mile of a MetroLink station were recorded in the database, along with information on the square footage, cost, and type of development. At this time, nearly $16.5 billion … Continued
New validation procedures for MetroLink ticket and 2-hour passes begin today, January 7, 2013. Under the new procedures, ticket vending machines will no longer print the expiration time on the following tickets and passes, requiring them to be validated before boarding: 1-Ride Ticket 2-Hour Pass Round-Trip Tickets (each ticket immediately prior to travel) Tickets from … Continued
Transportation Day 2014 is set for Feb. 4, 2014 in Jefferson City. I hope you will consider joining us in our efforts by attending this morning of meetings with key legislators at the state Capitol. We have heard from legislators that they do no think transit is a priority for people in Missouri because they are not hearing … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit is excited to promote the Guaranteed Ride Home Program with the largest rental car company in North America, Enterprise Rent-A-Car! CMT’s registered transit, bike and walk commuters can now receive special pricing for when they need an emergency ride home, the ability to rent vehicles from all Enterprise Rent-A-Car locations in the Greater … Continued
Congress’ passage of the “fiscal cliff” aversion bill this week included a rise in tax benefits for people who use public transportation to travel to work. The ability to withhold from paychecks the amount transit users spend on trips to work has been a topic pushed since 2011. But since then, the benefit remained almost … Continued