The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced today that Metro Transit, which serves the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County in Missouri and St. Clair County in southwestern Illinois, has been awarded more than $196 million in federal grant funding to replace aging MetroLink light rail cars. MetroLink opened 30 years ago this year, … Continued
Transit safety is a top regional priority, and leadership continues to take a very active role in addressing challenges, implementing changes and helping the community regain confidence in the system. Citizens for Modern Transit’s latest “Talking Transit” event, set for Wednesday May 31, at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom, will serve as a forum for providing … Continued
Where do you see your MetroLink stop in the future? Here is your opportunity to weigh in at upcoming open houses set for both the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County. Both the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County are taking the next steps to expand the region’s MetroLink system. CITY … Continued
SUMMER-LONG EFFORT OFFICIALLY KICKS OFF WITH A FREE, “DAY ON THE TRAILS” EVENT ON MAY 20TH To encourage residents of all ages to stay active this summer, the St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) – in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – is once again sponsoring its Summer Riding Program. The program allows … Continued
St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) – in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – is kicking off its Summer Riding Program on Saturday, May 20 with a “Day on the Trails.” This free, community event is taking place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Belleville Transit Center (718 Scheel Street, Belleville, IL 62220). It will … Continued
Bi-State Development announced today it is launching a pilot program with metal detectors at select MetroLink stations in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County in Missouri and St. Clair County in Illinois. Transit riders will walk through metal detectors to gain access to MetroLink platforms. The mobile metal detectors will be rotated … Continued
The Monday Shrewsbury Walking Group will be starting back up this coming Monday, May 8th with a tour of historic Maplewood. This walk will be led by CMT staff member Travis Wood and long-time expert on the history of Maplewood Doug Houser. We will meet at Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 MetroLink Station at 8:45 am so we … Continued
A recent report by the Urban Institute finds that more than one in five adults with limited access to public transit skip healthcare visits because of transportation barriers, which can negatively impact long-term health. Similarly, research shows that the expansion of a public transit system, such as the development of a new light rail … Continued
More than 8,000 area residents have collectively trekked thousands of miles exploring the St. Louis region through more than 1,000 guided tours utilizing their own ten toes and Metro Transit. Currently, there are more than 300 returning older adults each session that participate in several different CMT Ten Toe Express Walking Groups along with new … Continued
The “Transit Stop Transformation Project” is a collaboration between Citizens for Modern Transit, AARP St. Louis, St. Clair County Transit District and Metro Transit working together to activate the space around the Belleville Metro Transit Center. This joint-initiative, will convert the transit center area into a fun, artistic space that encourages active play, cultivates community, … Continued
Metro Transit’s next hiring event is scheduled for this Saturday, April 29, at the Brentwood MetroBus Facility located at 3000 S. Brentwood Blvd from 10 a.m until 2 p.m. Interviews will be held for positions such as MetroBus operators, Metro Call-A-Ride operators, mechanics and electricians with the potential for $2,000 signing bonuses. On-site interviews will … Continued
During its “Talking Transit” event held Wednesday, April 26, Citizens for Modern Transit highlighted how transit is a focal point for placemaking, which is an emerging concept that transforms places people simply pass through in route to their next destination – like MetroLink Stations and MetroBus Stops – into active, engaging corridors that connect individuals … Continued
This year, GiveSTL will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary as CMT celebrates 39 years of moving transit advocacy to action. We have set a goal of $3900 for GiveSTL Day to build support for people and places through TRANSIT ADVOCACY at CMT for this year. We hope as a CMT supporter you will consider it … Continued
MetroLink will operate on a single track at different locations along the light rail system during select evenings this week to allow crews to perform necessary construction and maintenance work. Single track operations will take place from 7 p.m. to the end of service on Wednesday and Thursday (April 19 & 20) and from … Continued
KC soccer fans have a new opportunity to visit St. Louis CityPark in St. Louis via Amtrak this spring. Riders interested in taking the Amtrak from Kansas City to Saint Louis for the May 20th St. Louis City SC game vs. Kansas City at CITYPARK can take advantage of a 15% discount train fare for travel … Continued